LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 49

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Stayntouch Announces Partnership With Sonesta

🤝 BETHESDA, Maryland—Sonesta International Hotels Corporation, operating over 1,100 properties and 100,000+ rooms across 13 brands, has chosen Stayntouch as a preferred PMS provider. After a two-year evaluation, Stayntouch was selected for its scalable, cloud-native platform. This tech supports Sonesta’s franchise growth and enhances guest experiences. Dan Ferrell emphasized the need for flexibility and speed, while Jacob Messina highlighted the shared commitment to empowering hotel teams with adaptable technology.

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My Place Hotels of America Debuts in California

🏨 My Place Hotels of America opened its first California location in Redding. The hotel, developed by Pacific NW Redding LLC and managed by Legacy Management, boasts 64 guestrooms with full kitchens and pet-friendly amenities. Located near attractions like Cobblestone Shopping Center and Redding Motorsports Park, it offers easy access to Redding Municipal Airport. This expansion marks a significant milestone for the brand as it continues its growth in the Pacific Northwest.

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Maestro PMS Announces Launch of Maestro Touch

📱 Maestro PMS launched Maestro Touch in Markham, Ontario, bringing touch operations to hotel front desks via tablets. This update simplifies processes, reduces training time, and enhances staff capabilities. Key features include check-out functionality, digital signature capture, and real-time room availability. Tuscany Residence Aruba reported improved guest experiences over four months using Maestro Touch, highlighting its personal check-in process. Tim Major, President of Maestro PMS, emphasizes the tool's impact on hotel operations and profitability.

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Raines Adds Home2 Suites by Hilton Charlotte University Research Park to Its Portfolio

🏨 Raines acquired and now manages Home2 Suites by Hilton Charlotte University Research Park in Charlotte, North Carolina, along I-85 and 485. The 105-key hotel offers fully equipped suites, a pet-friendly environment, an indoor pool, fitness center, meeting rooms, and complimentary amenities. Located near UNC Charlotte and Atrium Health University City, it's close to major employers like IBM, AT&T, and Wells Fargo. In 2024, Raines expanded with over 20 properties, continuing growth into 2025.

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CBRE: Commercial Real Estate Lending Continued to Rebound in Q2 2025

🏢 Commercial real estate lending in Dallas, Texas, rebounded in Q2 2025, with the CBRE Lending Momentum Index climbing 45% year-over-year to 275. Multifamily loan spreads narrowed by 22 bps to 150 bps, while non-agency loan closings saw debt funds rise 89% quarter-over-quarter. Government agency lending for multifamily assets reached $28.9 billion, a 31% increase from Q1 2025. The average Loan-to-Value Ratio ticked up to 63.3%, reflecting a less conservative lending environment.

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Thomas Financial Group and Phoenix Lender Services Close Loan for Reset Hotel

🏨 In Joshua Tree, California, Thomas Financial Group, part of Community Bankshares Inc., closed a $7.5 million USDA B&I loan to refinance a construction loan for the Reset Hotel, located five minutes from the national park. The hotel spans 11.17 acres, offers 65 modular steel-frame rooms, and includes a swimming pool, clubhouse, and more. Expected to create over 20 jobs, it also involves an $11.2 million CPACE loan, boosting the Morongo Basin economy.

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Remington Hospitality Appoints Cory Chambers as Chief Commercial Officer

📈 Cory Chambers has been appointed as the chief commercial officer of Remington Hospitality in Dallas, Texas. His role focuses on leading the company's commercial strategy, including revenue management and enhancing guest engagement, to support growth in key markets. Chambers previously served at HVMG and has experience with Marriott and White Lodging. He holds a BBA in Marketing from James Madison University and an MBA from Babson College.

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Avion Hospitality Assumes Management of Dual-Branded Hyatt Hotels in Houston

🏨 Avion Hospitality, as of August 2025, manages the dual-branded Hyatt Place and Hyatt House Houston Medical District hotels on behalf of TMC Hotel, LTD. Located near the Texas Medical Center, these hotels offer 298 rooms and 5,700 sq. ft. of meeting space. This expansion increases Avion's Houston footprint to eight properties and its national portfolio to 31 hotels across 13 states, aligning with its growth strategy and operational excellence.

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IHG Hotels & Resorts Reports Half-Year 2025 Results

📈 IHG Hotels & Resorts reported half-year 2025 results with a global RevPAR up 1.8% and total gross revenue reaching $16.7 billion. The company opened 207 hotels, signed 324 new properties, and surpassed one million rooms globally. Operating profit increased by 13%, and adjusted EPS rose 19%. The global pipeline has 338,000 rooms across 2,276 hotels. Net debt increased by $579 million, influenced by $605 million in shareholder returns. Adjusted EBITDA was $1,259 million.

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CoStar, Tourism Economics Further Downgrade U.S. Hotel Growth Forecast

📈 Arlington, Virginia—2025-26 U.S. hotel growth projections from CoStar and Tourism Economics were downgraded at the 17th Annual Hotel Data Conference. For 2025, demand is down 0.6%, ADR by 0.5%, and RevPAR by 1.1%. In 2026, demand drops by 0.5%, ADR by 0.3%, and RevPAR by 0.7%. GOP margins are cut by 0.3 percentage points for 2025 and 2.3 points for 2026 due to higher F&B costs. Economic recovery is expected post-trade talks.

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