LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 2

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The Roosevelt New Orleans Opens Cafe Alice, an All-Day European-Style Cafe Honoring Alice Roosevelt with Unique Menu.

🏨 In New Orleans, The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel, opened Café Alice, inspired by Alice Roosevelt. With Executive Chef Daniel Mills and Pastry Chef Kareena Dennis, the cafe features European-style dining and an imaginative menu. Signature items include Alice’s Emily Spinach Benedict and Alice Blue Latte. The design, crafted by ForrestPerkins, reflects Alice’s personality. Partnering with Audubon Nature Institute, sales of special cookies support marine rescue efforts.

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Accor Reports Q3 2026 Revenue Increased by 7.7% to $1.68 Billion with 4.9% RevPAR Growth

📈 Accor reported Q3 2026 financials with key highlights including: RevPAR increased by 4.9%, net unit growth by 3%, and a 9.5% pipeline increase. Revenue reached $1.68 billion, a 7.7% rise at constant currency. Accor opened 63 hotels, adding nearly 9,000 rooms. Total hotel portfolio stands at 5,857 hotels with 885,219 rooms. Luxury & Lifestyle division's RevPAR grew by 8.3%. The Americas region saw a 6.5% RevPAR rise, driven by Brazil’s healthy growth.

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U.S. Hotel Construction Pipeline Reaches Record 1,094 Projects and 137,371 Rooms Under Construction in Q3 2026

🏨 Q3 2026 U.S. hotel construction pipeline: 1,094 projects, 137,371 rooms under construction. Next 12 months: 2,175 projects, 246,793 rooms starting; 2,632 projects, 308,835 rooms in early planning. Luxury scale: 108 projects, 25,776 rooms, up 14% (projects) and 19% (rooms) YOY. Extended stay: 2,352 projects, 236,219 rooms. Shared sites: 1,506 projects, 149,303 rooms. 2026: 598 new hotels, 68,191 rooms; 2027: 668 hotels, 72,667 rooms; 2028: 775 hotels, 86,377 rooms.

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Cloudbeds Launches Mobile POS Solution to Integrate Hotel Restaurant and Retail Sales on Unified Platform

💻 Cloudbeds launched Cloudbeds POS in San Diego, California. The mobile point-of-sale system integrates hotel restaurants, bars, spas, and shops into a unified platform, optimizing operations and guest billing. Managers use desktops for configuration, while staff manage orders via mobile. It supports cash, Tap to Pay, Pay by Link, and room charges, even offline. CEO Adam Harris highlights its role in connecting sales and service to expand hotel operations and revenue.

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G6 Hospitality Announces New Studio 6 Plus Development Agreement in Marshall, Illinois, Construction Begins 2027

🏨 G6 Hospitality signed a development agreement for a new Studio 6 Plus hotel in Marshall, Illinois, with Vijaykumar Patel. Construction begins in Q2 2027. Located on Interstate 70, Marshall connects travelers between Illinois and Indiana. Studio 6 Plus, introduced in April 2026, features full kitchens and digital check-in. Nikhil Heda and Krishna Paliwal of G6 Hospitality praised Patel's market knowledge. Patel values technology integration for cost efficiency in his first new-construction project.

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Hard Rock Casino Tejon Breaks Ground on $725 Million Expansion, Adding 406-Room Hotel and More by 2028

🎵 In Mettler, California, the Tejon Indian Tribe and Hard Rock International broke ground on a $725 million expansion of Hard Rock Casino Tejon, aiming for a Summer 2028 opening. The project includes a 406-room hotel with 119 suites, 3,000 slots, new dining options, and a Rock Spa with 13 treatment rooms. Construction follows the casino's November 2025 opening, with the expansion set to elevate the venue into a full-service resort and entertainment destination.

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Amerilodge Group Opens 105-Room Holiday Inn Express & Suites in Kalamazoo, Michigan Near Major Employers

🏨 Amerilodge Group has opened the 105-room Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kalamazoo East in Kalamazoo, Michigan, near Interstate 94. Asad Malik, CEO, stated the investment highlights the area's economic potential. The hotel features the Formula Blue 2.0 design, modern furnishings, and amenities like a heated pool, fitness center, and 1,100 sq ft of meeting space. General Manager Jake Saucedo aims to foster strong community ties. The hotel targets tourists and local businesses.

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IHG Hotels & Resorts Reports Q3 RevPAR Growth of 5.3% and Opens 92 Hotels, Enhancing Global Pipeline

🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts reported Q3 2026 results: global RevPAR increased 5.3%, with Americas up 6.8%, EMEAA up 5%, but Greater China down 3.3%. Q3 saw 92 hotels opened (12,900 rooms) and 164 hotels signed (21,100 rooms). The global system reached 1,060,000 rooms. $707 million of a $950 million share buyback program is complete. IHG expects FY26 adjusted EPS growth near the top of its 12-15% target.

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Avatar Hotel Santa Clara Opens Goldie’s Diner, Offering Scratch-Made Comfort Food and Craft Cocktails

🍴 Santa Clara, California—Avatar Hotel Santa Clara, part of Hilton's Tapestry Collection, launched Goldie’s Diner, offering comfort food and cocktails. The diner features a scratch-made kitchen, local craft beers, and seats up to 150 guests for events. Kevin McAteer, food and beverage director, emphasizes familiar yet quality dishes. Managed by Lodging Dynamics, Goldie’s aims to be a community hub for dining and events.

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Atlanta Marriott Peachtree Corners Completes Major Renovation with New Restaurant, Updated Guestrooms, and Enhanced Amenities

📍 Atlanta Marriott Peachtree Corners completed a comprehensive renovation in Peachtree Corners, Georgia, enhancing guestrooms, amenities, event spaces, and introducing a new restaurant, Exchange 475. The project included contemporary furnishings, a redesigned fitness center, a refreshed indoor pool, and an expanded M Club. Mayor Mike Mason praised the investment in the area. General Manager Melinda Suchman highlighted the modernized guest experience. The hotel is conveniently located near Norcross, offering easy access to Atlanta's business and entertainment hubs.

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