LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 106

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Omni Hotels & Resorts Appoints Adam Hayashi as Chief Revenue Officer

📌 Omni Hotels & Resorts appointed Adam Hayashi as Chief Revenue Officer in Dallas, Texas. Hayashi, with over 20 years in hospitality, previously served as Global VP of Revenue Management at Accor. He reports to Jeff Doane, Omni’s Chief Commercial Officer. Hayashi is recognized for his expertise beyond revenue management and contributions to the industry, including his role on the HSMAI America’s Board and being named one of HSMAI’s Top 25 Extraordinary Minds in 2019.

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Highline Hospitality Expands Portfolio With Acquisition of Hilton Atlanta Airport

🏨 Highline Hospitality Partners acquired the Hilton Atlanta Airport, marking their 15th hotel and 2nd property in Atlanta. Located near Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, the hotel features 510 guestrooms, 40,000 square feet of meeting space, and amenities including two pools and a fitness center. Highline's portfolio now includes over 4,100 guestrooms and surpasses $1 billion in assets. HEI Hotels & Resorts will manage the property, their first collaboration with Highline. Plans for strategic renovations are forthcoming.

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Marriott Bonvoy Launches Cinematic Global Campaign Celebrating How Travel Shapes Us

🏖️ Bethesda, Maryland—Marriott Bonvoy launched "You Are The Greatest Souvenir" campaign, developed with Wieden+Kennedy New York, focusing on travel's transformative power. The campaign, directed by Fleur Fortuné, features outdoor lodging, dining, and boutique hotel experiences. Launching on April 5, it will appear during the NCAA DI Men's Final Four and Women’s Championship, on Netflix, Hulu, in airports, and on United Airlines. Marriott Bonvoy Moments offers exclusive experiences, including a collaboration with Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter Tour.

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Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego Unveils Reimagination Of Sally’s Restaurant

🍴 Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego unveiled the transformation of Sally’s restaurant set for a full launch in May, introducing Baja Med cuisine. With an expanded outdoor terrace, the waterfront venue is the first milestone in the hotel’s property-wide enhancement. Chef de Cuisine Alvaro Garcia, drawing from regional flavors, has designed a menu featuring dishes like grilled Spanish octopus and a 32-ounce tomahawk steak, complemented by mezcal- and tequila-based cocktails, local craft beers, and regional wines. New programming includes a "Sunset Salute" toast, "Mini Hour" with miniature dishes and cocktails, and “Sally’s Til 6” with oyster specials. Sally’s accommodates events for 10 to 400 people along the San Diego Embarcadero.

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Hilton Brooklyn New York Completes $5.5 Million Renovation

🖤 Hilton Brooklyn New York, managed by HHM Hotels and owned by Ohana Real Estate Investors, completed a major renovation, updating guest rooms, meeting spaces, and communal areas. Inspired by the property's history and Brooklyn's nautical heritage, the design by Whitehall Interiors features a maritime color palette and rope motifs. The hotel offers 196 guest rooms, ranging from 315 to 670 square feet, equipped with modern amenities like smartphone docking stations, 55-inch HD TVs, and Crabtree & Evelyn bath products. The Black Walnut lobby bar serves gastropub cuisine and boasts a selection of local beers, wines, and signature cocktails. The hotel's updated meeting space totals 1,740 square feet, with flexible room configurations. An upgraded fitness center now includes new equipment and a Peloton bike. The Hilton Brooklyn New York is conveniently located near 13 subway lines and attractions such as the Barclays Center and the Brooklyn Academy of Music.

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Grand Hyatt Atlanta Launches the Completion of Its Multi-Phased Renovation

🏠 Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead completed its renovation, collaborating with DLR Group and designONE studio. The project includes new dining spaces, reimagined guestrooms, a 24-hour market, and a modern phone booth "The Nest". "The Fabled" lounge and Cassis restaurant offer crafted cocktails and breakfast, respectively, while "Le Petit Chef" introduced in February 2025 provides a dinner theater experience. The hotel boasts 42,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor spaces, including a Grand Ballroom for up to 1,000 guests, meeting rooms with Wi-Fi and AV, and an outdoor West Terrace with a garden and firepits.

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Hunter Hotel Advisors Closes $31.47 Million in Financing for Three Hotels

🏨 Hunter Hotel Advisors announced the closing of $31.47 million in financing for three hotel properties in Atlanta, Georgia. Adeel Amin secured the deals: Home2 Suites El Paso Airport got $14.37 million (CMBS), Hampton Inn & Suites Houston Medical Center NRG Park $12.82 million (SBA 504), and Fairfield Inn Columbia Northwest/Harbison $4.28 million (SBA 7(a)). Notable is the Home2 Suites deal with a 12 percent debt yield and a ~68 percent loan-to-cost ratio. Despite market challenges, the firm provided tailored financial solutions.

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CoStar: U.S. Hotel Industry Closes March With Positive Yearly Comparisons

🏨 U.S. hotel industry saw positive yearly comparisons through March 29, 2025. Occupancy increased by 4.4% to 65.1%, ADR rose to $161.65 (up 2.5%), and RevPAR grew by 7.0% to $105.19. St. Louis topped the Top 25 Markets with occupancy up 27% to 76.8%, ADR up 15.8% to $138.00, and RevPAR up 47% to $105.94. Conversely, New York City and Oahu experienced RevPAR declines of 9% ($229.99) and 5.4% ($217.74), respectively.

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Everhome Suites Continues Expansion With Three New Hotel Openings

🏨 Choice Hotels International announced three Everhome Suites openings in Huntsville, Alabama; Chandler, Arizona; and Temecula, California. The company now operates 10 Everhome Suites nationally, with plans for 25 by year-end and over 65 in the pipeline. Everhome Suites Huntsville features 98 guestrooms, Chandler has 114, and Temecula boasts 117. The brand, contributing to a 10% year-over-year growth in Choice Hotels’ domestic extended-stay rooms, represents about half of the economy and midscale extended-stay hotels opened or under construction in 2024.

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BWH Hotels Announces Partnership With United Soccer League

⚽ BWH Hotels (BWH) partnered with the United Soccer League (USL), debuting on April 6th, 2025, as a presenting partner for 100 USL Championship and League One matches on CBS. BWH will also enhance the viewing experience with the Best Western Travel Map and introduce the Hometown Hero Award at the USL Championship Final in November 2025. The partnership extends to ESPN, ESPN+, TUDN broadcasts, and digital integrations, positioning BWH as the Official Hotel Partner and Preferred Hotel Supplier for the USL.

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