LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 24

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Choice Hotels Reports Second Quarter 2026 Net Income of $64 Million Despite 21% Year-Over-Year Decline

💸 Choice Hotels International, Inc. reported second-quarter 2026 results in North Bethesda, Maryland: net income reached $64 million, yet declined 21% from 2025. U.S. room openings rose 27%, with 6,400 new rooms. Adjusted EBITDA hit $175 million, while adjusted EPS was $2.02. Global net rooms grew 2.6%, with U.S. RevPAR rising 1.3%. Choice returned $139 million to shareholders and reported $475 million in liquidity. Global franchise agreements increased by 20%, reaching 11,200 new rooms.

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Crestline Hotels & Resorts to Manage SpringHill and TownePlace Suites Avon Vail Valley, Totaling 243 Rooms

🏖 Crestline Hotels & Resorts will manage two hotels in Vail Valley, Colorado: the 116-room SpringHill Suites and the 127-room TownePlace Suites. Set near Beaver Creek and Vail’s ski slopes, these hotels offer amenities like complimentary breakfast, a fitness center, an outdoor pool, and 1,515 sq. ft. of event space. Guests can enjoy the Corduroy Bar and Bites, and benefit from free shuttles to skiing spots. Both properties are equipped with suites offering kitchen facilities and mountain views.

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My Place Hotels Opens First Florida Property in Port Charlotte, Offering 63 Extended-Stay Rooms

📍 My Place Hotels opened a new 63-room property in Port Charlotte/Punta Gorda, Florida, located along the I-75 corridor at Kings Highway. This is the first new hotel in the area in over five years and one of two extended-stay options. Legacy Development began site work in 2022, with construction starting in 2025. The hotel is owned by PCMP 23, LLC and managed by Legacy Management, LLC. Three additional Florida locations are under development.

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Accor Debuts in Las Vegas with 2,884-Room Treasure Island Hotel Joining Handwritten Collection

🎲 Treasure Island TI Las Vegas Hotel opened under Accor's Handwritten Collection, marking Accor's debut in Las Vegas. With 2,884 rooms, it’s now the largest hotel in the Accor network. The launch campaign, "The Treasure of the Las Vegas Strip," is active. Located on The Strip, it features a 24-hour casino, pool, spa, theater, dining venues like Phil's Steak House, and connects to over 400 shops. Inspired by "Treasure Island," the hotel retains its adventurous theme.

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Hilton Garden Inn Cincinnati/West Chester Completes $1.6 Million Renovation of 125-Room Property in Ohio

🏨 Hilton Garden Inn Cincinnati/West Chester underwent a $1.6 million renovation over six months, completed in August 2026. Located in West Chester Township, Ohio, the 125-room property received updates to its guestrooms, lobby, meeting spaces, fitness center, pool, and outdoor areas. Managed by Ivy Hospitality and owned by Sterling Hospitality LLC, the hotel offers amenities such as free WiFi, an on-site restaurant, room service, an indoor pool, pet-friendly rooms, and Digital Key access.

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Minor Hotels Implements Oracle OPERA Cloud in 106 Properties Across 59 Countries to Enhance Digital Transformation

💻 Minor Hotels successfully implemented Oracle OPERA Cloud across 106 locations in 59 countries, enhancing its digital transformation strategy. The initiative aims to unify data and guest experiences across brands like Anantara, Avani, and NH Hotels, eliminating property-level server costs. This strategic partnership with Oracle supports global operations and AI-driven personalization. The next deployment phase targets hotels in Australia and New Zealand, focusing on seamless guest interactions and operational efficiency.

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Radisson Hotel Group Launches Global Long-Stay Initiative Targeting Corporate Partners with Unified Commercial Model

🏨 Radisson Hotel Group, in 2026, unveiled "Long Stays by Radisson Hotels," targeting increased demand for extended stays. This initiative, aimed at B2B partners, standardizes booking with tiered pricing, unified service, and structured commercial terms to enhance corporate partnerships. It supports markets like Dubai, Riyadh, Zurich, and Amsterdam with personalized services and flexible solutions to optimize revenue and boost partner loyalty.

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Marriott Reports Q2 2026 Earnings: $766M Net Income, 3.4% Global RevPAR Growth, Adds 17,900 Rooms Globally

💰 Marriott International reported second-quarter 2026 results in Bethesda, Maryland. RevPAR rose 3.4% globally, with U.S. & Canada seeing a 5% increase, while international RevPAR fell 0.5%. Net income was $766 million, with adjusted net income at $844 million. Adjusted EBITDA reached $1,592 million. The firm added 17,900 rooms, totaling over 1,814,000 rooms globally. Marriott repurchased 3 million shares for $1.1 billion. Their development pipeline reached 629,000 rooms, with 44% under construction.

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Lark Hotels Launches 21-Room Shore Haven in Falmouth, Massachusetts, at Historic 1800s Property

🏨 Lark debuted Shore Haven in Falmouth, Massachusetts, this week. The 21-room hotel, located across Surf Drive Beach, is in a historic 1800s property. Guests can enjoy a heated saltwater pool, picnic areas, and a location close to Falmouth's attractions like Main Street and Nobska Lighthouse. Rooms range from double queens to two-bedroom suites, equipped with modern amenities. Shore Haven offers small plates breakfast, complimentary coffee, tea, and sleep kits.

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Engine Acquires Options Travel to Enhance Corporate Travel with New AI-Native Online Booking Tool

🛫 Engine, a travel tech company, acquired Options Travel, a corporate travel management firm in Denver, Colorado. The acquisition allows Options Travel to continue its independent operations under its existing leadership and staff. After nine months of collaboration, Engine developed a groundbreaking AI-native Online Booking Tool reducing booking times to 2.5 minutes. This tool enhances booking, payments, and customer management for TMCs. Elia Wallen and Brett Buynack highlighted the need for modern technology in the travel industry.

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