LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 14

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HEI Assumes Management of Four Marriott-Branded Hotels in Orlando, Florida

🏨 HEI Hotels & Resorts acquired four Marriott-branded properties in Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, Florida, with 1,590 rooms total. The portfolio includes the Sheraton Orlando Lake Buena Vista Resort and three Marriott Orlando Village hotels. The Sheraton, with 490 rooms, is undergoing renovations, featuring 40,000 sq. ft. of meeting space. Nearby attractions include Disney and Universal parks. HEI aims to enhance performance and value through strategic management with L&R Hotels.

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Hunter Advisors Brokers Sale of Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel

🏨 Hunter Advisors facilitated the sale of the Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel, a 408-room establishment in Columbus, Ohio, from JW Marriott Family Enterprises to Whitestone Companies. The 22-story hotel includes 23,810 square feet of meeting space across 18 rooms. The deal, brokered by Robert Taylor and Sophia Pittaluga, highlights Columbus's economic and demand potential. Whitestone's acquisition marks their third investment in Columbus within the past 10 months, emphasizing their focus on upper-upscale urban hotels.

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Georgia Leaders Unite With Hospitality Industry to Advance Human Trafficking Prevention Efforts

👮 Georgia's Attorney General Chris Carr, State Senator Shawn Still, and hotel industry leaders gathered at the Georgia State House to combat human trafficking, focusing on the hospitality sector's role. They highlighted the importance of standardized training for hotel staff to identify trafficking signs. The American Hotel & Lodging Association and the Georgia Hotel & Lodging Association emphasized partnerships and training expansion, aligning the travel ecosystem against trafficking. Georgia aims to lead nationally in prevention through coordination and vigilance.

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Crestline Adds Hotel Spero, Vignette Collection by IHG, to Its Portfolio

🏨 Crestline Hotels & Resorts announced its management of the 236-guestroom Hotel Spero, Vignette Collection by IHG in San Francisco’s Union Square. Originally built in the 1920s, the hotel preserves its Spanish Colonial Revival architecture. It features 3,000 square feet for events and a 24/7 fitness center. Crestline now manages nine hotels in California. The signature restaurant is set for a transformation, aiming to become a popular spot for visitors and locals.

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JLL Secures Acquisition Financing for Home2 Suites Fort Worth Cultural District

🏨 JLL Capital Markets secured acquisition financing for the Home2 Suites Fort Worth Cultural District, a 162-key hotel in Fort Worth, Texas. The borrower is a joint venture between Ad Astra Capital and TMGOC Ventures. The property, managed by Lexima Lodging, was built in 2020 and offers amenities like a 630-square-foot meeting space, outdoor pool, and 24-hour fitness center. It features structured parking for 162 guests and 20 additional covered spaces.

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La Concha Key West, Autograph Collection, Celebrates 100th Anniversary Following Renovation

📅 Remington Hospitality celebrated the 100th anniversary of La Concha Key West, Autograph Collection, on January 22, 2026, in Dallas, Texas. The hotel, a key landmark since 1926, underwent a recent renovation to align with Marriott’s standards while preserving its 1920s style. The centennial event featured a time capsule ceremony and cocktail demonstrations. A partnership with Reef Relief supports local coral reef conservation.

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My Place Hotels of America Opens Property in Mesa, Arizona

🏨 My Place Hotels of America announced the opening of My Place Hotel-Phoenix East/Mesa in Mesa, Arizona. Owned by Opwest Partners and Iridius Capital and managed by Legacy Management, this 86-room property is their third hotel in three years. Located near Mesa Gateway Airport, it features amenities like a 24-hour store and full kitchens. The joint venture aims to open 20 locations in the coming years.

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AHLA Issues Statement on Tina Patel Testifying Before Congress and Advocating for Hotel Franchising

📈 Tina Patel, co-principal and CFO of Promise Hotels, testified before Congress in Washington, D.C., on behalf of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA). During a U.S. House Committee hearing on small business franchising, she highlighted how franchising aids entrepreneurship. Patel urged the passage of the bipartisan American Franchise Act (H.R. 5267) to establish stable regulations for franchisees. AHLA CEO Rosanna Maietta emphasized franchising's role in supporting nearly 3 million jobs nationwide and fostering economic growth.

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Driftwood Capital Appoints Carlos Rodriguez Jr. as Chief Executive Officer

📆 Carlos Rodriguez Jr. has been appointed CEO of Driftwood Capital as of January 2026 in Miami, Florida. Driftwood Capital, co-founded with Carlos Rodriguez Sr. in 2015, manages approximately $3.5 billion in hospitality assets and has over $1 billion in active projects. The firm oversees more than 80 hotels through Driftwood Hospitality Management. Rodriguez Sr. will continue as Executive Chairman, focusing on long-term strategy and relationships.

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Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook Announces Renovation

🏨 Oak Brook, Illinois—Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook is renovating its guestrooms and corridors, set to complete by early May 2026. Managed by Davidson Hospitality, the redesign involves DLR Group, Grumman Butkus, and Elements of Hospitality. Updates include preserved hardwood floors, modern furnishings, and enhanced lighting. The hotel, a former corporate campus, remains open with 30,000 square feet of event space, a spa, and an indoor pool. Renovation embraces original architecture with contemporary materials.

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