LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 162

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HEI Hotels & Resorts Adds Beacon Hotel & Corporate Quarters to Portfolio

🏡 HEI Hotels & Resorts adds Beacon Hotel & Corporate Quarters to its portfolio, now totaling over 100 properties. Located in Washington, D.C., near the White House, Beacon Hotel boasts 199 guestrooms with 58 kitchenettes, over 10,000 sq ft of event space, and will undergo a multimillion-dollar renovation. HEI manages six properties in the DMV area, including Le Méridien Madison and Hyatt Regency Dulles.

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Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown Completes Property-Wide Renovation

🏢 Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown, managed by Aimbridge Hospitality and owned by Dreamscape Companies and Centerbridge Partners, announced its renovation completion as part of Sheraton Hotels' global brand revitalization. The hotel features 494 guestrooms and suites, redesigned for work/life balance and guest experience transformation, including modernized design and new service signatures like Gatherings by Sheraton. Upgrades encompass nearly 29,000 square feet of event space, new communal spaces, and food and beverage experiences, such as the Library Restaurant & Lounge and the 28th-floor Skye Lounge with Sora Kitchen. Renovation completed over two years, designed by Looney & Associates, in anticipation of the hotel's centennial in 2025. This is part of a global transformation unveiled in 2018 by Sheraton Hotels & Resorts.

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Moxy Hotels Hits 10-Year Milestone, Plans 100 Hotels in Europe by 2026

🌆 Moxy Hotels, under Marriott Bonvoy, plans to hit 100 hotels in Europe by 2025, marking its 10th anniversary since the 2014 Milan launch. The expansion includes 17 new properties, with entries into Spain, Turkey, and Luxembourg. Moxy Barcelona opens in October with 414 rooms and a rooftop pool. Moxy Istanbul Beyoğlu debuts in Turkey by year's end, followed by Moxy Izmir. Moxy Luxembourg Airport recently opened. The growth also spans France, Italy, Portugal, Ireland, Belgium, Poland, Serbia, and Germany, with notable openings such as Moxy Warsaw City and Moxy Dublin Docklands.

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Wyndham Rewards Signs Multiyear Sponsorship With Penn State Sports Enterprises

🏀 Wyndham Rewards became the Proud Hotel Rewards Partner of Penn State Athletics, offering ticket packages for football and men’s basketball starting at 35,000 points. The partnership provides Wyndham members access to game-day packages, suite-level tickets, and VIP experiences such as sideline passes and tunnel access. This multi-year sponsorship leverages Penn State's 31 athletics programs and a 775,000-strong alumni association. Michael Shiwdin and Daniel Solomon emphasized the synergy between Penn State's spirit and Wyndham's member engagement.

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District Hospitality Partners Acquires Hilton Washington DC/Rockville Hotel and Executive Meeting Center

🔔 District Hospitality Partners acquired the Hilton Washington DC/Rockville Hotel and Executive Meeting Center, expanding their upscale hotel portfolio. Located in Bethesda, Maryland, next to the Twinbrook Metro station, this 315-room property provides access to downtown Washington D.C. and its airports. Fred Malek, CEO of the firm, plans to renovate guest rooms, bathrooms, and corridors, following a recent upgrade of the meeting space and common areas by the previous owner. The hotel offers 40,000 square feet of event space with 26 rooms, a 10,000-square-foot ballroom, a fitness center, and dining options.

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This Week’s Comings & Goings

📢 William Dvoranchik becomes VP of Finance at Terranea Resort, overseeing financial operations. Liz Martinez is named General Manager of KLN at Hotel Heron, handling guest service and dining. Mike Kass takes over as General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach, leading a team of 250+. Nazaret Carbonari, with a summer start, is the new General Manager of Waldorf Astoria Cancun, improving guest experience and operations for the 173-room hotel. Antonio Bugarin, with 30 years' experience, oversees the 264-room Hilton Los Cabos as General Manager. Siiri Lobe joins Sheraton Denver Downtown as Director of Sales and Marketing, with 20 years in the field. Tamika Weiss moves to The Elizabeth Hotel as Director of Sales and Marketing. Louis Martin directs food and beverage at Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs. Jessica Bingham manages a 10-person party team as Executive Pastry Chef at Caribe Royale Orlando. Juliette Granon becomes Director of Communications for Rosewood Sào Paulo. Jennifer Goodman is the new Weddings and Events Manager at Grand Hyatt Baha Mar. Sabrina Cendral is appointed VP of Brand Marketing for Unique Vacations, handling Sandals and Beaches Resorts. Kimpton Hotel Monaco Salt Lake City appoints JV Hernandez and Josh Bolden, each with over 15 years of experience, to lead its food and beverage

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Hospitality America to Manage Hotel Avail, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

🏦 Windsor Aughtry Company selects Hospitality America to manage Hotel Avail, Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Rogers, Arkansas, set to open Q2 2025. The 170-room hotel will feature a rooftop restaurant (Oak Steakhouse), café, lobby bar, meeting space, and fitness center. This deal is Windsor Aughtry's 16th development project with Hospitality America, increasing its managed hotels to 21, including 14 Hilton brands. The hotel, located in the Pinnacle uptown area, will cater to both thrill seekers and business travelers. Hospitality America aims to grow from 17 to 40 hotels in under 10 years, with CEO Ben Campbell targeting at least 25 properties in the next 24-36 months.

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Berkadia Announces Sale of Chase Suite Hotel

📌 Berkadia sold the Chase Suite Hotel in Tampa, Florida, consisting of 160 keys on a 4.58-acre waterfront site. Marketed as a redevelopment opportunity, the property near the Westchase Business District includes 12 two-story buildings and a clubhouse, featuring 120 studio suites and 40 two-bedroom suites. Proximity to Tampa Bay, Tampa International Airport, and local attractions emphasizes its prime location for potential condo, hotel, or mixed-use development. Transaction details remain confidential.

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AHLA Hosts 2024 Hotels on The Hill Event

This article was written by Lodging Magazine. Click here to read the original article WASHINGTON—The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) is hosting its annual Hotels on the Hill fly-in…

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CoStar: U.S. Hotel Industry Showed Mixed Performance During August

🏨 In August 2024, the U.S. hotel industry saw a year-over-year increase in occupancy by 1.5% to 66.9%, while the average daily rate (ADR) rose by 2.3% to $157.84, and revenue per available room (RevPAR) increased by 3.9% to $105.67. New York City led the Top 25 Markets with an occupancy spike of 5.2% reaching 87.3%, whereas New Orleans and Phoenix recorded the lowest occupancies at 54.1% and 58.4%, respectively. The Top 25 Markets outperformed others in both occupancy and ADR.

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