LODGING Staff

🏨 San Juan, Puerto Rico—Condado Vanderbilt Hotel completes renovations of 317 guestrooms and 100 suites, designed by HBA International. The hotel introduces an in-suite wellness package and welcomes executive chef Juan A. Peña. The wellness package offers Commodore Oceanfront Suite stays, a sleep-inducing massage, wellness kit, and $200 hotel credit. Chef Peña oversees eight dining outlets with a focus on luxury. This renovation marries historical essence with modern luxury.

🏨 Azul Hospitality has opened the Residence Inn by Marriott Reno South in Reno, Nevada, owned by the Pegram and Carano families. The 128-room hotel features kitchenettes, a fitness center, 24-hour laundry, a breakfast buffet, an outdoor pool, and a meeting room. Located near Tamarack Casino and Reno-Tahoe International Airport, it's a 10-minute drive from major attractions. CEO Alvaro Fraile highlights Azul's strategic partnerships in high-demand markets.

🍽 Indianapolis' JW Marriott welcomes Dean’s Steak & Seafood on November 6. General Manager Alan Forman, with nearly 20 years in the industry, leads the restaurant, focusing on memorable guest experiences. Menu highlights include Japanese A5 and Dry-Aged Prime steaks, a 36-ounce Wagyu Tomahawk Ribeye, a raw bar, Langostino “Escargot Style”, and firsts like herb-roasted rack of lamb and table-side martini service.

🏨 Cobblestone Hotels opened a new hotel in Bellefontaine, Ohio, celebrating with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Representatives from the Logan County Chamber of Commerce, Mary Rutan Health, and Richwood Bank attended. Ben Vollrath from the Chamber emphasized community support for success. The hotel offers amenities like high-speed internet, complimentary hot breakfast, and 24-hour coffee, aiming to keep business local. Jeremy Griesbach highlighted the brand's dedication to small-town America, fostering growth and prosperity.

📈 ATLANTA, Georgia—In 2025, Monomoy Property Ventures and Axonic Capital acquired 590 West Peachtree Street, planning substantial renovations for Marriott Atlanta. The property, featuring 462 guestrooms and 30,000 sq ft of meeting space, will be managed by Schulte Hospitality Group. Renovations start in late 2026, post-World Cup, and aim for a reopening before Super Bowl LXII in 2027, enhancing the property’s appeal with modern upgrades and integration into the Marriott Bonvoy loyalty program.

🏨 Meyer Jabara Hotels assumed management of The Abbey Inn & Spa on October 1, 2025. Located in Peekskill, New York, this 1876-built former convent now features 42 guestrooms, a spa, and a farm-to-table restaurant. Situated one hour north of NYC, it offers Hudson River views. Owned by Martin and Irene Ginsburg, the hotel caters to luxury travelers and events. MJH’s entry into the Hudson Highlands aligns with its growth strategy focused on unique, high-character experiences.

🏨 Waterford Hotel Group expands in 2025, adding the Sheraton Flowood The Refuge Hotel & Conference Center in Mississippi and the Maison Dupuy Hotel in New Orleans. Sheraton Flowood, with 200 rooms and 27,000 sq ft of event space, marks Waterford's first in Mississippi. Maison Dupuy becomes Waterford's sixth New Orleans boutique addition this year. Both properties enhance Waterford's Marriott partnership and boutique collection, focusing on strategic growth and unique guest experiences.