LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 2

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Dreamscape Hospitality Assumes Management of The Doyle Hotel in Charlottesville, Transitioning to Tapestry Collection by Hilton

🏨 Dreamscape Hospitality has taken over management of The Doyle, a boutique hotel in Charlottesville, Virginia, and plans to convert it into a Tapestry Collection by Hilton. Located between the University of Virginia and Charlottesville’s Downtown Mall, The Doyle offers multiple dining options, including The Lobby Bar + Restaurant and a rooftop venue. Dreamscape aims to enhance operational performance and guest satisfaction. The hotel is set to capitalize on its prime location and unique offerings.

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Jeff Moore Joins Hilton as Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, Leaving Uber Leadership Role

💻 Jeff Moore joins Hilton as executive vice president and chief technology officer on October 26, 2026, in McLean, Virginia. Previously, Moore was VP of software engineering at Uber, leading a global team of 2,500 engineers. He will report to CEO Chris Nassetta, focusing on utilizing AI and next-gen technology. Moore, with over 20 years of experience, also held roles at Amazon and Anheuser-Busch and holds three U.S. patents.

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Access Point Financial Report Highlights 85% Growth in Hotel Loan Volume Amid Rising Construction Costs by Q2 2026

🏨 Access Point Financial released a report on hotel construction loans, highlighting key trends up to 2026. Hotel development is shifting from new builds to renovations due to rising costs. Luxury hotels show active construction with 59 projects underway by Q1 2026. Construction costs rose by 8% in 2022 and 6% in 2023. Hotel CMBS rates are 5.85%-6.85% as of July 2026. U.S. hotel supply growth dropped to 0.5% in 2025, leading to increased mergers and acquisitions.

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G6 Hospitality Partners with FBI to Combat Human Trafficking Across Motel 6 and Studio 6 Networks Nationwide

📰 G6 Hospitality has partnered with the FBI to combat human trafficking across its network, focusing on prevention, intelligence sharing, and training. Initially targeting properties in Texas, they aim to expand nationwide. A key tool is the Protect24.ai platform, now enhanced with an age-range filter. Plans include a Human Trafficking Conference for law enforcement and franchisees. Ankit Tandon emphasizes cooperation for safety, while the FBI highlights the importance of industry partnerships.

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Aimbridge Hospitality to Operate The Westin Cincinnati and Future Cincinnati Downtown Marriott in Expanded Portman Partnership

📍 Aimbridge Hospitality partners with Portman to manage The Westin Cincinnati and the upcoming Cincinnati Downtown Marriott. The Westin Cincinnati, a 456-key hotel acquired by Portman in 2025, will undergo renovations starting next year. The Cincinnati Downtown Marriott, a new 700-key hotel, broke ground on July 21, 2026, and will feature 60,000 sq. ft. of meeting space. The project secured $540 million in financing. Both hotels are located in Cincinnati’s central business district.

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Choice Hotels International Opens 600th Extended-Stay Property, Everhome Suites Denver Airport, Amid 13% Room Growth

🏨 Choice Hotels International opens its 600th extended-stay hotel, Everhome Suites, at Denver Airport, North Bethesda, Maryland. The hotel features studio and one-bedroom suites with kitchens. It is supported by sectors like healthcare and construction. Choice Hotels' extended-stay portfolio includes four brands, reporting 13% room growth in Q2 2026, marking 12 consecutive quarters of double-digit growth. The company has nearly 30,000 extended-stay rooms in development. Rimrock Companies owns the new property.

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IHG's Hotel Indigo Reaches 200 Global Locations, With 134 More Properties in Development Pipeline

🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts celebrated the opening of the 200th Hotel Indigo worldwide. Since 2019, Hotel Indigo doubled its properties to 200, with 134 more in development. The brand launched in 2004 and spans 30+ countries, recently expanding to the Caribbean, Portugal, and Peru. Recent openings include Turks & Caicos, UK, and China, with upcoming locations in Costa Rica, Thailand, and Saudi Arabia. Vicki Poulos highlights the brand's focus on cultural uniqueness.

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Travel + Leisure Co. and Wyndham Partner to Expand Sports Illustrated Resorts, Launching First Nashville Location with More Planned

🏟 Travel + Leisure Co. partnered with Wyndham Hotels, expanding Sports Illustrated Resorts' platform, initially launched in 2023. The first fully branded resort in Nashville, with 185 suites, is open. Future resorts are slated for Chicago (fully operational by 2027), Baton Rouge (first hotel component, opening in 2027), and Tuscaloosa (first ground-up resort, opening in 2028). The initiative aims at blending Travel + Leisure’s brand with Wyndham’s infrastructure to create sports-themed destinations.

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The Lodging Conference 2027 in Phoenix to Host Over 3,000 Hotel Industry Leaders Amidst Market Challenges

🏨 From October 5-8, 2023, over 3,000 hotel industry professionals will gather at The Lodging Conference in Phoenix, Arizona, held at the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort and Spa. This 31st edition will address rising development costs, labor shortages, and AI implementation. Notable sessions include "The Dealmakers: Development" and "The AI End User." Awards will honor Jagruti Panwala and Liam Brown for industry contributions. Over 36,000 have attended since inception, emphasizing networking and insights.

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AAHOA's 5th HerOwnership Conference in Nashville Empowers Women Hoteliers with Focus on Ownership and Leadership

📚 September 27–28, Nashville, Tennessee—The fifth annual HerOwnership Conference by AAHOA gathered women hotel owners to focus on ownership operations, technology, and growth. The event featured masterclasses on legal issues and hotel financing, with sessions on AI and portfolio diversification. Keynote by Simi Shah of South Asian Trailblazers highlighted the importance of AAHOA. AAHOA President Laura Lee Blake praised the confidence of women hotel owners. Arti and Purnima Patel emphasized the importance of networking and mentorship.

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