LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 33

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Barings Partners with Waterton to Invest in Three Outbound Hotels

🏖 CHARLOTTE and CHICAGO—Barings and Waterton recapitalize two Outbound Hotels: The Virginian Lodge in Jackson, Wyoming, and Outbound Stowe in Vermont. Poco Diablo Resort in Sedona, Arizona, acquired in December 2024, will reopen as Outbound Sedona in Q2 2026. The Virginian Lodge offers 165 rooms in Jackson Hole; Outbound Stowe has 76 rooms in Vermont's Green Mountains. Management by CoralTree Hospitality includes Outbound Mammoth and Outbound Yosemite.

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Arlo Hotels Announces Partnership With Kind Traveler

💵 Arlo Hotels, through the Kind Traveler partnership, will contribute $0.50 per night per guest to local charities across New York, Chicago, Miami, and Washington, D.C. Locations include Arlo SoHo, Arlo NoMad, Arlo Midtown, Arlo Williamsburg, Arlo Chicago, Arlo Wynwood, and Arlo Washington DC. The program, supported by Kind Traveler's ESGB, provides real-time metrics on local impact. A 2025 report states 73% of travelers want spending to benefit local communities, with sustainability influencing 84% of travel choices.

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Sofitel New York Debuts Updated Design

🏨 November 2025, New York City: Sofitel New York unveils its extensive renovation, inspired by Art Deco elements from Manhattan and Paris. The hotel, featuring 398 accommodations (346 guestrooms, 52 suites), showcases redesigned interiors with French-inspired aesthetics. Highlights include the 28th-floor Penthouse, Social 45 Bar & Bistro, and updated meeting spaces. Nearly 30% of Sofitel hotels globally are undergoing revitalization, reflecting the brand's commitment to excellence and modern French luxury, blending elegance with New York's vibrancy.

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HSMAI Foundation Shares Findings From Report on How Generative AI Is Changing Executive Hiring in Hospitality

💻 MCLEAN, Virginia—The HSMAI Foundation's report, "How Generative AI is Reshaping Executive Hiring in Hospitality," highlights AI's impact on recruitment. SearchWide Global noted a 60-80% reduction in workloads, with AI boosting efficiency and expanding candidate pools. AI tools are used by 44% of organizations, reducing time-to-hire by up to 86%. Leadership roles now require analytics fluency, with 30-40% emphasizing this. AI identifies nontraditional talent, broadening diversity in leadership.

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The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami, Announces Reopening Following Renovation

📍 The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami, reopens December 8, 2025, post $100 million renovation. 🏨 The overhaul includes 421 guestrooms with Atlantic views, revamped lobby, and enhanced leisure amenities. 🏖️ Upgrades feature the new Ritz-Carlton Spa, expanded water sports, and Cliff Drysdale Tennis Center. 🍽️ Culinary experiences boast six dining venues, including Luma and Paralía. 🥗 Wellness offerings align with Tremble fitness. 🌴 This is the first major update in nearly 25 years.

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JLL Announces Sale of Sheraton Phoenix Downtown

🏨 PHOENIX, Arizona— Sheraton Phoenix Downtown, a 1,003-room hotel, was sold by JLL's Hotels & Hospitality group in one of Arizona’s largest hotel sales. Built in 2008 and renovated for $45 million in 2020, the 33-story hotel features 112,000 square feet of meeting space. Located near the Phoenix Convention Center, its amenities include a 4,300-square-foot fitness center, three dining venues, and an outdoor pool. The sale highlights Phoenix's dynamic lodging market.

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Peachtree Group Announces Opening of Tru by Hilton Huntsville

🏨 Peachtree Group opened a 98-room Tru by Hilton in Huntsville, Alabama, near Boeing, NASA, and the FBI’s Huntsville campus. This is Peachtree’s sixth hotel opening in 2025. The hotel, located close to key government contractors and Redstone Arsenal, features open social spaces, complimentary breakfast, a 24/7 market, a fitness center, and lounge areas. Peachtree’s hospitality division manages the hotel, emphasizing the area's robust aerospace and defense industries.

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Ledgestone Hospitality Announces Opening of First La Quinta Inn & Suites in Phoenix Area

🏨 Phoenix, Arizona—On November 13th, Ledgestone Hospitality opened the La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Phoenix West/Glendale/Tolleson, a new 95-room hotel. Owned by Build AZ, led by Dr. Tushar Gohel and Shital Patel, the hotel held a ribbon-cutting with the West Valley Chamber of Commerce. Highlights include free WiFi, complimentary breakfast, and a fitness center. Alise Hannebaum is COO of Build AZ, with Steve Clinkenbeard attending to support the La Quinta Del Sol prototype launch.

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AHLA President and CEO Testifies Before Congress

🏨 In Washington, D.C., Rosanna Maietta, CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association, testified before the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee to highlight hotels' economic impact. Travel and tourism generate nearly $900 billion GDP and $83 billion in tax revenue, supporting 1 in 25 American jobs. Post-pandemic recovery remains challenging with rising costs. Maietta advocated for policy changes, including visa reforms, Brand USA funding, preventing a government shutdown, and supporting the American Franchise Act to bolster the industry.

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AHLA President and CEO Testifies Before Congress

📈 Rosanna Maietta, CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association, testified in Washington, D.C., highlighting the economic impact of hotels, which generate nearly $900 billion in GDP and $83 billion in tax revenue annually, supporting 1 in 25 U.S. jobs. She urged legislative action as the U.S. prepares for global events like the World Cup and 2028 Olympics. Maietta presented four policy recommendations, including H-2B visa expansion and restoring Brand USA funding. Rising operating costs challenge the industry post-pandemic.

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