LODGING Staff

🏨 Reset Hotel in Twentynine Palms, California, opened by PM Hotel Group, features 65 rooms on 180 acres near Joshua Tree National Park. Guests can enjoy a saltwater pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, cold plunge, yoga classes, and communal spaces. Interiors by Gry Space emphasize desert-inspired design. Split Rock Bistro opens in early 2026, offering all-day dining with seasonal, local flavors. The hotel includes art installations and self-guided trails across 100 preserved acres.

🎤 Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando, Florida, announced a $40 million renovation featuring revamped guestrooms and suites, including the signature restaurant The Kitchen, Velvet Bar, and the hotel’s façade. The design by KTGY is inspired by California sunsets. The hotel, owned by Loews Hotels & Co, Universal Destinations, and Hard Rock International, offers music memorabilia, live music events, and exclusive theme park benefits at Universal Orlando Resort, enhancing the guest experience.

🏨 Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk will complete a $5.7 million renovation of its meeting and event spaces by late summer 2025. Located in San Antonio, Texas, design updates feature custom Axminster carpets, dark wood finishes, and bronze accents. Functional enhancements include a modern sound system, digital signage, and integrated audiovisual technology. Guestroom upgrades involve floor-to-ceiling windows and 75-inch TVs. Positioned near Riverwalk attractions, the hotel aims to blend modern design with local culture.

🏨 Kimpton will enter Napa Valley, California, with Kimpton Napa, a 123-room hotel opening in 2028. Encompassing two four-story buildings, it will offer amenities like morning coffee, evening refreshments, and pet-friendly services without extra charges. The project, managed by Stratus Development Partners, will include a rooftop bar, garden patio, and outdoor spa. This expansion is part of Kimpton’s growth, with nearly 150 global properties in development, including new locations in Texas, California, and Hawaii.

🏨 Crescent Hotels & Resorts has opened the dual-branded AC Hotel by Marriott Symphony Park and Element by Westin Symphony Park in Las Vegas, Nevada. Developed by Jackson-Shaw, this is the only dual-branded, non-gaming hotel in the Symphony Park district and the world's largest AC/Element hotel. It features a piano lounge, a saltwater pool, and 18,000 sq. ft. of event space. Located near The Smith Center, it includes a 19-foot sculpture by artist Larry Domsky.

☕ Hilton Anaheim, California, has unveiled its newly renovated Starbucks as part of Starbucks' Green Apron Service initiative. This design, featuring wood tones, open sight lines, and natural light, aligns with Hilton Anaheim's broader renovation. Sergio Bocci, the hotel's general manager, highlighted its strategic location near the Anaheim Convention Center. The renovation emphasizes convenience and quality for travelers. Future enhancements include Mobile Order & Pay. Ana Cordero from Starbucks emphasized the space's value for guests and locals.