LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 7

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Newmark Secures $482.5 Million Loan for The Stockman, Auberge Collection Resort in Steamboat Springs, Colorado

🏖 Newmark secured a $482.5 million loan for Stockman Development LLC, led by Marquee Development, to develop The Stockman, Auberge Collection in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. The luxury ski-in/ski-out resort will feature 95 residences and a 59-key hotel managed by Auberge Resorts Collection. The project, designed by OZ Architecture and Nunzio Marc DeSantis Architects, is at Steamboat Ski Resort's base and marks Alterra Mountain Company's continued investment following a $250 million reinvestment program.

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Ireckonu Study Reveals Hotels Miss Re-engaging 20% of Guests Due to Fragmented Data Capture Practices

🏨 September 27, Amsterdam: Ahead of World Tourism Day, Ireckonu urges the hotel industry to unify guest data, revealing that fragmented data causes hotels to miss re-engagement with up to 20% of guests. With only 28% of guest activity captured, Ireckonu highlights a potential in the 22% of transactions from operational areas like restaurants. Emphasizing AI's role, VP Hanna Schiller notes that leveraging technology can enhance guest recognition and loyalty, driving revenue growth.

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Enseo Expands to Nearly 20,000 Guestrooms in 25 Casino Properties, Enhancing Revenue with In-Room Entertainment and WiFi

🏨 Enseo, based in Plano, Texas, is now utilized in nearly 200,000 guestrooms and about 25 casino properties across the U.S. Enseo enhances casino hotels' revenue through in-room entertainment, TV marketing, and WiFi. This tech helps promote on-property activities, driving revenue in restaurants, bars, spas, and casinos. CEO Brian Gurley emphasizes Enseo's role in enhancing guest experience and operational efficiency in the 24/7 casino hotel environment.

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Hotel Equities Expands with Management of 355-Room Kimpton Tres Rios Resort in Riviera Maya, Mexico

🏖 Hotel Equities debuts Kimpton Tres Ríos, a 355-room all-inclusive resort in Mexico’s Riviera Maya, within a 340-acre nature preserve. Situated in Playa del Carmen, the resort features seven restaurants, five bars, and a 10,000-square-foot Kej Spa. Six restaurants and four bars will open this fall, with more to follow in 2027. Amenities include four pools, Club Aventuras for kids, and a two-story fitness center. The management team is led by Jorge Martinez.

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Auburn University's Horst Schulze School Offers BS, MS, and PhD in Luxury Hospitality and Foodservice Management

🏫 Auburn University, in Auburn, AL, offers hospitality education through the Horst Schulze School of Hospitality Management. Students can pursue a BS, MS, or PhD in the field. The program specializes in Luxury Hospitality and Foodservice Management and features on-campus facilities like the Tony & Libba Rane Culinary Science Center and the Laurel Hotel & Spa. These resources provide hands-on learning opportunities, preparing students for the hotel and hospitality industry.

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Stonebridge Adds Dual-Branded Courtyard and Element by Marriott Atlanta Midtown to Managed Portfolio, Expanding Urban Presence

🏨 In 2021, Stonebridge added a dual-branded Courtyard and Element by Marriott Atlanta Midtown to its portfolio, featuring 282 rooms. Located in Midtown Atlanta, opposite the Fox Theatre, the property offers a vibrant cultural scene. Enhancements include the Ponce Room Bar & Kitchen and the Elements RISE breakfast, alongside a fitness center and 11,000 sq ft of event space. Stonebridge aims to elevate guest experiences and drive revenue through strategic marketing and management.

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Amerilodge Group Partners with Hilton to Assemble 1,500 Cleaning Kits for Lighthouse in Oakland County, Michigan

📦 Amerilodge Group, based in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, teamed up with Hilton Hotels on September 16, 2026, in Troy, Michigan, to create over 1,500 cleaning kits for Oakland County's Lighthouse. These kits, part of their "Spirit to Serve Our Community" initiative, include essential cleaning supplies. The effort supports homeless and housing-unstable individuals. Lighthouse, formed in 2019, addresses poverty and housing needs in the area, benefiting from Amerilodge's donation.

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My Place Hotels Relaunches Trend Brand with Three-Tier Franchise Platform at 2026 Miami Convention

🏨 My Place Hotels of America relaunched Trend by My Place at its 2026 convention in Miami, Florida. The platform offers a three-tier conversion opportunity for independent owners. Franchisees gain access to My Place's commercial platform, including a loyalty program, Stay Rewarded, which contributes over 50% of participating hotels' revenue. An introductory royalty structure is available for franchises executed before December 31, 2026. The initiative aims to offer owners a supportive franchise partnership.

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Virdee Expands Integration with Salto to Offer Mobile Wallet Room Keys for Enhanced Hotel Guest Experience

📱 In Austin, Texas, Virdee and Salto have expanded integration to enable room keys in mobile wallets for participating hotels. Guests can securely add their room key to a mobile device, accessing rooms and hotel areas via NFC without unlocking devices. This innovation simplifies guest experience by reducing physical key reliance and streamlining check-in. Hotel teams benefit from minimized front-desk tasks, offering more personalized services and flexible operations, enhancing the overall digital journey from reservation to room access.

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BWH Hotels Opens 128-Suite @HOME by Best Western McDonough, Its First Extended-Stay Hotel in Georgia

🏨 BWH Hotels announced the opening of a five-story, 128-suite extended-stay hotel, @HOME by Best Western McDonough in Arizona. Developed by Apsilon Hotels, this marks the first @HOME by Best Western in Georgia. Strategically located off I-75, the hotel offers amenities like kitchens, workspaces, and EV charging. The brand's U.S. presence expands from St. George, Utah, with a second Atlanta-area property in Fairburn planned for 2027. The global pipeline aims for 34 hotels by 2026.

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