LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 7

1 min

Cornell University's Pillsbury Institute Marks 20 Years of Fostering Hospitality Entrepreneurship with Education and Mentorship Programs

📖 PIHE at Cornell University celebrated its 20th anniversary. Over two decades, it has supported student entrepreneurs through its Entrepreneur in Residence program and a three-pillar approach: Education, Engagement, and Experiential Learning. Key events include Hackathon, Pitch Deck, and Business Plan competitions. PIHE aims to prepare future hospitality leaders by fostering creativity and innovation.

1 min

EOS Hospitality Adds The Press Hotel in Portland, Maine to Its Over 60-Property Management Portfolio

📰 EOS Hospitality has added The Press Hotel, Autograph Collection, in Portland, Maine, to its portfolio, expanding to over 60 properties nationwide. This marks EOS's 15th property in New England. Originally built in 1923, the hotel was home to the Portland Press Herald. Now, it honors its journalistic roots with vintage typewriters and newsroom-inspired designs. CEO Simon Mais emphasizes the importance of preserving the hotel's unique character while enhancing guest experiences.

1 min

Lodgco Hospitality to Convert Two Florida Properties into Ascend Collection Hotels by July 2026

🌊 Lodgco Hospitality will convert Ameniti Bay and Magnolia Pointe in Florida into Caretta Bay Sarasota and Coral Pointe Sarasota by July 1, 2026. The transformation aligns with the Ascend Collection by Choice Hotels. The names highlight the local marine environment, drawing on the loggerhead sea turtle (Caretta caretta) and regional coastal identity. General Manager Ashleigh Gonzalez will continue leading operations, aiming for enhanced visibility and guest satisfaction, supported by their partnership with Mote Marine.

3 min

Charlestowne Hotels Expands Food and Beverage Portfolio with Five New Concepts Across U.S. Locations

🍴 Charlestowne Hotels is expanding its food and beverage portfolio with new projects across five locations. In Lake Forest, Illinois, The Brasserie at Deer Path Inn revamped its dining experience, boosting dinner services to all weeknights. Primos Tacos & Tequila opened in Hamilton, New York, targeting locals and students. In Santa Fe, New Mexico, two new concepts, Railyard Social and Green Rabbit, will launch by Fall 2026. Milwaukee, Wisconsin, will welcome Ondra at Hotel Laureum, offering coastal dining.

3 min

Portman Secures $540 Million Financing for 700-Room Cincinnati Downtown Marriott, Groundbreaking Set for July 21

🏨 On July 21, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Portman, with local and state partners, will break ground on the Cincinnati Downtown Marriott. The $540 million project, featuring 700 rooms and 60,000 sq. ft. of meeting space, is supported by $249 million public funds, including a $50 million state grant. Aimbridge Hospitality manages, with financing from Bank OZK and others. Public-private partnerships are key to this urban transformation aimed at boosting local economic growth.

1 min

U.S. Hotel Performance in May 2026: Occupancy Up 0.6%, ADR Increases 3.4%, RevPAR Rises 4.0%

📅 U.S. hotels in May 2026 reported a 0.6% rise in occupancy, reaching 65.7%. The average daily rate (ADR) increased by 3.4% to $168.51, and revenue per available room (RevPAR) rose by 4% to $110.76. Philadelphia led with a 4.3% occupancy increase to 74.4%. Las Vegas saw significant gains in ADR (13.5% to $238.40) and RevPAR (17.9% to $188.69) due to a strong event calendar. Overall, 20 of the top 25 markets experienced RevPAR growth.

San Diego Mission Bay Resort and San Diego Wave FC Announce Branded Suite and Exclusive Gameday Packages at Snapdragon Stadium

🏟 San Diego Wave FC has teamed up with San Diego Mission Bay Resort to introduce a branded San Diego Wave FC Suite in 2026. Located at Snapdragon Stadium, the suite offers team décor, merchandise, and optional premium Loge Box seating for four. The collaboration aims to enhance fan engagement with women's sports, which has gained significant momentum in 2026. The partnership provides immersive experiences that connect fans with the Club year-round.

Kimpton Miralina Resort in Paradise Valley Announces $70 Million Renovation Completion by Early 2027

🏖 Phase Two at Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas, Paradise Valley, Arizona, will launch in Q4 2026. It adds 134 Valley Villas, The Enclave, a hotel-within-a-hotel, Arizona's first Katsuya restaurant, and 50,000 sq ft of meeting space. Completion by Q1 2027 will bring 404 renovated keys, six pools, 22 event venues, and two restaurants across 40 acres. The new phase emphasizes privacy with The Enclave's 10 residences and wellness-focused amenities.

Cambria Hotel O'Fallon Marks Milestone with Completed Installation of 112 Modular Guestroom Units in Missouri

🏨 O'Fallon, Missouri—Construction of the 112-key Cambria Hotel O'Fallon, the first modular hotel project in the area, used 73 pre-manufactured guestroom modules. Developed by Koucar and Choice Hotels, modules were built in RISE Modular's facility in Owatonna, Minnesota, reducing weather-related delays. The first floor includes various amenities. RISE Modular and MGA Architects collaborated on this project, with the hotel set to open later this year.

Soul Community Planet Hotels Launches First SCP WildFree Property in Colorado Springs, Emphasizing Wellbeing and Sustainability

🏨 SCP Hotels launched SCP WildFree Colorado Springs Hotel, their first under the WildFree brand, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This property reinvents the classic motel for modern travelers, featuring a 5,000-square-foot fitness and yoga center, art-filled spaces, and the Provisions Market. Emphasizing sustainability and local culture, it offers Fair Trade Pricing and the Every Stay Does Good program. SCP WildFree targets younger travelers seeking character-rich, values-driven accommodations.

Input your search keywords and press Enter.