LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 16

Night exterior of a modern office complex, featuring a curved glass tower labeled The Crescent and a glowing lawn sculpture.

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Turning Stone Resort Casino Opens The Crescent Hotel and Salt Fine-Dining Restaurant in Verona, New York

🏨 Verona, New York—Turning Stone Resort Casino announced the opening of The Crescent, a 258-room luxury hotel, and Salt, a new fine-dining restaurant. The Crescent offers access to spas, entertainment, and a medical center, while Salt, on the seventh floor, provides outdoor dining with views of the Mohawk Valley. Developed with Elizabeth Blau, Salt features dishes like caviar tacos and a 40-ounce tomahawk steak, highlighting the Oneida Indian Nation's local ingredients.

Cafe interior with a black-and-white diamond-checkered floor, round pendant lights, and a wall gallery in an arched alcove.

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Fidelity Hotel in Cincinnati to Open July 28 with Signature Restaurant and Café Showcasing Local Cuisine

🍴 Cincinnati, Ohio — On July 28, the Fidelity Hotel, located in the restored Gwynne Building, will open with two culinary concepts: Gwynne and Cora’s Café. Executive Chef Brad Bernstein highlights Ohio River Valley ingredients. Gwynne offers dishes like Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb and seasonal cocktails. Cora’s Café features Fidelity Single Origin coffee, pastries, and cocktails like 6th & Main. The café also hosts a market showcasing local goods, merging historical roots with contemporary flair.

Spacious hotel room with a large bed, two nightstands, lamps, and an upholstered chair near a windowed wall.

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InterContinental New York Barclay Unveils Long-Term Transformation Plan Ahead of 100th Anniversary Celebration

🗽 InterContinental New York Barclay, four months before its 100th anniversary, previews "The Barclay Reimagined" in New York. The centennial campaign, "Journey to 100," highlights its history through storytelling. The hotel introduces redesigned guestrooms as part of a long-term enhancement plan. General Manager Sofia L. Vandaele emphasizes preserving the hotel's legacy while modernizing for the future. Further details on the transformation will be revealed in 2027.

Hotel room with two large white beds, red upholstered headboards, and a seating area by a window; blue accent wall and patterned rug.

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JdV by Hyatt and Highline Hospitality Partners Open The Lowline Hotel in Charleston with 197 Rooms

📍 Opening in November 2024, The Lowline Hotel in Charleston, South Carolina, by JdV and Highline Hospitality Partners, reimagines the former Hyatt Place Charleston Historic District with 197 rooms on King Street. Designed by Ealain Studio, it's inspired by Charleston’s maritime heritage. Features include Leeward Restaurant, Pour Taproom, and nearly 8,000 sq. ft. of event space. Amenities: a fitness center, indoor pool, and valet parking, creating a modern, Charleston-rooted experience.

White multi-story hotel with a blue 'City Express by Marriott' sign above a covered entrance, curved driveway, and surrounding greenery under a clear blue sky.

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Marriott Debuts City Express Brand in Canada with Opening of Port Hope Hotel Featuring 91 Rooms

🏨 City Express by Marriott opened its first Canadian hotel, City Express by Marriott Port Hope, in Ontario along Highway 401. This 91-room hotel connects travelers to major destinations like Toronto and Ottawa. It offers refreshed accommodations, complimentary breakfast, high-speed WiFi, and 24/7 amenities. Port Hope is recognized for its historic architecture and proximity to Cobourg Beach. Paul Cahill, Marriott's COO for Canada, highlights this expansion as a step to enhance Marriott's hospitality with comfort and convenience.

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Survey by American Hotel & Lodging Association Reveals 56% of Americans Plan Summer Travel Despite Higher Costs

🛫 WASHINGTON, D.C.—The American Hotel & Lodging Association survey reveals 57% of Americans find travel costs higher than last year, yet 56% still plan summer trips. Despite price hikes, 69% value vacations, opting for closer destinations and budget-friendly travel modes. Travelers cut shopping (43%), dining (39%), and entertainment (26%) first, preferring hotels with perks. AHLA's Rosanna Maietta states vacations remain a priority, with travelers favoring road trips and hotels offering complimentary amenities to enhance experiences.

Tower crane looms over a partially completed white apartment building with exposed concrete floors and scaffolding, under a bright blue sky.

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Caliber Breaks Ground on 114-Room Hyatt Studios Extended-Stay Hotel in Steamboat Springs, Opening in 2027

🏨 Caliber broke ground on a Hyatt Studios extended-stay hotel in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. This four-story, 57,971-square-foot property will feature 114 rooms and is slated to open in the latter half of 2027. This hotel is the first of three projects, with others in Scottsdale, Arizona, and Georgetown, Texas. It will include amenities like kitchens, ski storage, and EV charging. The project aims to meet demand in high-tourism markets.

Exterior view of The Clara Hotel, a brick building with large glass atriums and flags at the entry at dusk

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The Clara Hotel Opens in Plano, Texas, Following Extensive Renovation of Former NYLO Hotel in Legacy Corridor

🏨 Plano, Texas—The Clara Hotel has opened after transforming from the former NYLO Hotel. Located in the Legacy Corridor, it features 176 guestrooms including eight specialty suites, plus meeting spaces, a heated outdoor pool, and a 4,000-square-foot courtyard. The hotel is part of Hilton's Tapestry Collection. Field & Vine, led by Executive Chef Daniel Armand, offers French-Haitian-Texan cuisine, while Archer provides an evening cocktail lounge experience with a navigation-themed drink menu.

Entrance to Bardessono Hotel & Spa with a stone sign, lush desert landscaping, and a tree-lined path ahead

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Peregrine Hospitality Expands Napa Valley Presence with Addition of Hotel Yountville and Bardessono Hotel & Spa

🏨 Peregrine Hospitality expands its portfolio, adding Hotel Yountville and Bardessono Hotel & Spa in Napa Valley. Hotel Yountville, in Yountville, CA, features 80 luxury rooms on five acres, offering a spa, outdoor pool, and event spaces. Bardessono Hotel has 65 luxury suites and is LEED Platinum-certified. It offers wellness-focused amenities, a rooftop pool, and sustainable systems. Both hotels provide easy access to Napa Valley’s wineries and cultural attractions.

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DerbySoft Partners with Travelodge to Enhance Hotel's Direct Distribution and Access Across Corporate Travel Networks

💻 DerbySoft and Travelodge, July 2026, announced a partnership to enhance Travelodge's direct distribution. Travelodge, with over 47,000 rooms across 630+ hotels in the UK, Ireland, and Spain, will utilize DerbySoft's platform to connect with travel management companies and corporate booking channels. The collaboration aims to streamline booking and payment processes, enhance operational efficiency, and improve access for business travelers. Nick Jacobs and Duane Overgaard emphasize the expansion of reach and seamless booking experiences.

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