LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 66

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American Hotel & Lodging Association Adds 11 New Companies to Premier Partner Program, Including Deloitte and PwC

💰 AHLA, March 2026, announced 11 new companies joining its Premier Partner program. Silver Partners include Deloitte, PwC, and Quore. Associate Partners are Amazon Web Services, ConnexPay, EDS Service Solutions, Enseo, Hapi, MindClick, PepsiCo, Purchasing Management International, and Signal Restoration. These partners provide strategic insights and trends to AHLA members, enhancing guest experiences and operational efficiency. Rosanna Maietta, AHLA CEO, emphasized the importance of these partnerships in meeting evolving hotel guest expectations.

ESa Opens 120-Room Hotel Eastport in The Villages, Florida, Featuring Mid-Century Design and Sustainability Initiatives

🏨 The Villages, Florida—Hotel Eastport opens in Eastport Town Center, featuring a 91,752 sq. ft. space with 120 guestrooms and a 3,000 sq. ft. ballroom. Designed with mid-century modern aesthetics, it includes an ice cream shop, restaurant, two bars, a pool, and a fitness center. The hotel achieved a 30% energy reduction using sustainable materials. Views of Central Lake connect guests to Florida's environment. Partners included Ignyte, Michael Pape, and others.

Engine Integrates with SAP Concur, Offering Access to 900,000 Global Hotel Properties through Hotel Connector

🏨 Engine announced an integration with SAP Concur in New Orleans, Louisiana, expanding access to over 900,000 global hotel properties for Concur Travel users. This enables automatic e-receipt integration for those using Concur Expense. The integration allows business travelers to access competitive hotel rates within the Concur Travel ecosystem, while companies maintain control over travel spend. This collaboration simplifies expense management by automatically transferring receipts to SAP Concur, enhancing visibility and reporting.

The Georgian Hotel in Santa Monica Joins The Unbound Collection by Hyatt After 2023 Restoration

🏨 Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced that The Georgian, an oceanfront hotel on Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica, California, has joined The Unbound Collection by Hyatt. The Georgian, opened in 1933, underwent a restoration in 2023. It offers 84 guestrooms, including 28 suites, many with Pacific views. The hotel features art deco details, a restaurant focusing on Californian produce, and Gallery 33, which hosts local art year-round, including works by Sharon Stone and Billy Zane.

Concord Hospitality Expands Portfolio in 2026 with Hilton Jacksonville Opening and New Strategic Partnerships

📈 Concord Hospitality, in 2026, expanded its management portfolio with key openings and partnerships. The Hilton Jacksonville at Mayo Clinic opened in Jacksonville, Florida. Management of South Shore Harbour Resort, Texas’s largest waterside resort with 237 rooms and over 25,000 sq. ft. of event space, was assumed. The Opus Collection added three properties, including The Waymark in Chattanooga, Tennessee, a 148-room hotel, and The Union Hotel in Flemington, New Jersey, reimagined as part of a larger development.

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Naomi Frost Launches Frost Hospitality LLC in 2023 to Enhance Operations and Leadership in the Hospitality Industry

📖 Naomi Frost began her hospitality career at 18 in a small hotel in a town with under 7,000 people. She won Red Roof Inns’ Circle of Excellence Trailblazer award in 2023 and founded Frost Hospitality LLC that year. She led a hotel to exceed revenue records during the pandemic and created inclusive programs for leadership. In 2025, women advanced in lodging leadership roles, supported by initiatives like AHLA’s ForWard. Frost is optimistic about diversity in hospitality for 2026 and beyond.

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Key West Historic Inns Joins Small Luxury Hotels of the World, Adding Four Boutique Properties in Old Town Key West

🏨 Key West Historic Inns, a collection of boutique properties in Old Town Key West, joined Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) in March 2026. The properties include Lighthouse Hotel, Winslow’s Bungalows, Ridley House, and Ella’s Cottages, offering travelers personalized, historic experiences near Duval Street and cultural landmarks. Sara Nolan, managing director, highlights the partnership as a way to showcase Key West's history and culture to those seeking unique boutique stays.

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The Livingston, Brooklyn's First Hyatt-Branded Hotel, Opens with 104 Rooms and Upscale Amenities

🏨 The Livingston debuted in Brooklyn, New York, as the first Hyatt-branded hotel in the area, developed by Midas Hospitality and ACRES Capital. It features 104 rooms, 15 with balconies, offering city views. Located near the Barclays Center and Brooklyn Museum, it provides easy access to Manhattan. Amenities include complimentary WiFi, a 55-inch TV, and pet-friendly options. Guests can enjoy dining at The Grove Lantern and Goldfinch Café, with a rooftop terrace available for events.

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Hilton Announces Exclusive Franchise Agreement with YOTEL, Expanding Lifestyle Segment Across 23 Hotels in 10 Countries

🏨 Hilton signed an exclusive franchise agreement with YOTEL, expanding Hilton's global portfolio by integrating YOTEL's 23 hotels across 10 countries. The goal is to triple YOTEL's portfolio under the new Select by Hilton brand. This partnership enhances YOTEL's visibility while maintaining its unique brand identity. The first Select by Hilton hotels are set to be bookable via Hilton channels by late 2026. YOTEL, launched in London in 2007, is known for its tech-forward amenities.

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Roomiy Finance Launches NOI-as-a-Service to Boost Hotel Profitability with Predictable Cash Flow Model

💸 Roomiy Finance, based in San Francisco, California, launched NOI-as-a-Service to enhance hotel profitability without increasing debt. This fintech solution converts future room nights into predictable cash flow, bypassing credit card fees and commissions with a flat fee. Amid shrinking margins, high labor costs, and weak RevPAR growth, Roomiy’s platform lowers distribution costs to boost net operating income (NOI). Co-founders Khalid Ladha and Duncan Hall emphasize cost control and operational simplicity for hotels.

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