LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 16

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Hunter Advisors Debuts Strategic Rebranding

📈 Hunter Advisors launched a strategic rebrand in 2024, simplifying its name from Hunter Hotel Advisors. This rebrand includes a new visual identity and websites, HunterAdvisors.co and HunterConference.co, unifying its advisory and conference platforms. Teague Hunter, CEO, emphasized the focus on growth while honoring family values. Lee Hunter, COO, highlighted the brand's scale and roots. The rebrand strengthens Hunter's mission to connect hotel owners and investors, supporting long-term growth and legacy.

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Raines Announces Development of The Lantern Hotel Rock Hill

🏨 Rock Hill, South Carolina, in collaboration with various partners, is set to open its first boutique hotel, The Lantern Hotel, in fall 2026. It will feature 56 guest rooms, a restaurant, bar, speakeasy, and event space. The project, led by Raines and designed to revitalize the historic Andrew Jackson Hotel site, focuses on employing individuals with disabilities through WinthropLIFE. This initiative reflects a commitment to community impact and inclusive hospitality.

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The Algonquin Hotel Announces New Menus at The Blue Bar Restaurant & Lounge

🍴 The Algonquin Hotel in New York has unveiled new culinary and cocktail experiences at The Blue Bar Restaurant & Lounge. The menu features dishes like Burrata Brûlée and Lamb Ribs, and cocktails such as Round Table and Hamlet VIII. Collaborating with the Al Hirschfeld Foundation, the redesigned menus incorporate historical Hirschfeld drawings. This initiative honors the hotel’s legacy while embracing modern flavors, reflecting the vibrant cultural history of New York over the past nine decades.

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JLL Arranges Refinancing for The Candler Hotel Atlanta, Curio Collection by Hilton

🏨 JLL's Hotels & Hospitality Group secured refinancing for The Candler Hotel, a 265-key boutique part of Hilton’s Curio Collection in downtown Atlanta. Originally built in 1904, the 17-story building was Atlanta's tallest for 23 years. Converted into a hotel in 2019, it retains original features like a marble lobby. It's near 17.3 million sq ft of Class A offices and major venues. JLL’s team was led by CEO Kevin Davis.

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Hyatt Announces Global Debut of Unscripted by Hyatt Brand

📍 Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Indochina Kajima partnered in January 2026 to expand the Unscripted by Hyatt brand in Vietnam. This agreement increases Hyatt's Vietnam presence from four to ten hotels, integrating six existing Wink properties, including Wink Saigon Centre and Wink Danang Centre, and a new Wink Hanoi Westlake opening in late 2026. The seven properties offer over 2,000 rooms, catering to modern, tech-savvy travelers. Wink hotels emphasize design-forward, tech-enabled, and sustainable features.

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Lark Shares Details of Anticipated Hotel Openings for 2026

🏠 Lark will expand its lifestyle brand in 2026 with four openings: Cambridge Common House (16 rooms) in Cambridge, MA, The Drew Hotel (25 rooms) in Plymouth, MA, Shore Haven (21 rooms) in Falmouth, MA, and The Penny Lane (18 rooms) in Hampton Bays, NY. All set for spring 2026, these properties feature unique designs, historic renovations, and sustainable practices, like solar energy and no single-use plastics at The Penny Lane.

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OTH Hotels Resorts Adds Courtyard by Marriott Manassas Battlefield Park to Its Portfolio

🏨 OTH Hotels Resorts will manage Courtyard by Marriott Manassas Battlefield Park starting January 2026. Located in Manassas, near Washington, D.C., the hotel features 149 rooms, 1,248 sq ft of meeting space, a fitness center, an indoor pool, and The Bistro restaurant. This marks OTH's fifth East Coast management contract in 2025, showcasing their regional growth. The focus includes optimizing revenue, maintaining brand integrity, and enhancing guest experiences.

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Global Rescue Survey: U.S. Travelers Prefer Hidden Gems and Historic Destinations

🌎 LEBANON, New Hampshire—According to the Global Rescue Traveler Sentiment and Safety Survey, 65% of travelers prefer hidden gems over iconic attractions, with women (69%) and non-U.S. travelers (68%) slightly more inclined. History appeals to 75% of travelers, with U.S. tourists (78%) leading. One-third of Americans would pay $3,500 for a 3.5-hour supersonic flight to London, with women more hesitant (27%) than men (30%).

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AHLA Issues Statement on Release of Supplemental H-2B Visas

🌎 On December 31, 2025, in Washington, D.C., the Trump Administration announced the release of 35,000 supplemental H-2B visas. Rosanna Maietta of the American Hotel & Lodging Association praised the move, which assists small business hoteliers facing staffing shortages. The H-2B visa program, capped at 66,000 visas annually, is essential for filling seasonal roles in remote vacation spots. AHLA urged for a more need-based visa system instead of current arbitrary limits.

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Hilton Milwaukee Completes Renovation

🏨 Hilton Milwaukee, Wisconsin, completed a $42 million renovation, updating its 1920s architecture. The project included a refreshed lobby and bar, 554 restyled guestrooms, and over 34,000 square feet of renovated meeting spaces. Guest rooms now feature Art Deco-inspired furnishings, motion-sensor lighting, and premium Kohler fixtures. The renovation preserves the hotel's legacy while welcoming new visitors for leisure, business, or conferences at the expanded Baird Center.

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