LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 53

Drury Hotels Announces Development of New Property in Tampa Bay Area

🏨 Drury Hotels is constructing its newest hotel in Tampa Bay, Florida, set to open in September 2026. This 210-room Drury Plaza Hotel will be the sixth in Florida, marking the third opened in the state over four years. Amenities include free breakfast, Wi-Fi, evening snacks, a business center, and an outdoor pool. It also features 2,500 square feet of meeting space with flexible cancellation policies. The expansion follows a recent opening in Tallahassee in 2024.

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TownePlace Suites by Marriott Nampa Opens

🏨 On September 23, TownePlace Suites by Marriott Nampa opened in Nampa, Idaho, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Located off I-84 near Treasure Valley Marketplace, the hotel is managed by Western States Lodging and Management in partnership with Peterson Development and Gardner Group. The hotel features studio and one-bedroom suites with full kitchens, an indoor pool, complimentary breakfast, and a fitness center. It is close to the Ford Idaho Center and downtown Nampa, offering easy access to Boise Airport.

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Hyatt Centric Chicago O’Hare and Signature Restaurant Open After Revitalization Project

📍 Rosemont, Illinois—Hyatt Centric Chicago O’Hare and its restaurant CIMA opened after a $26.5 million revitalization. The ribbon-cutting ceremony featured Mayor Bradley Stephens, Laurence Elbaum, Jeffrey Bernstein, Sam Haddad, and Aghfar Arun at the newly designed entrance.

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Badlands Hotel Capital Adds Nine Blue Water Properties to Its Portfolio

🏨 Badlands Hotel Capital will manage assets for nine hotels and outdoor properties across six East Coast resorts for Blue Water Development. Properties include the 145-room Commander Hotel & Suites, 60-room Sealoft Oceanfront Hotel, and 120-room Aloft Ocean City in Ocean City. Other notable hotels: 67-room Bay Resort in Delaware, and 112-room Comfort Inn in Florida. With this, Badlands manages 25 properties across North America. Todd Burbage and Al Young emphasize enhanced operations and value growth.

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Marriott Sacramento Rancho Cordova Announces Completion of Renovation

🏨 Marriott Sacramento Rancho Cordova completed a $33 million renovation in Rancho Cordova, California, transforming all 265 guestrooms and suites, over 12,000 square feet of meeting space, and on-site dining. The hotel features a 4,565-square-foot California Ballroom and a 570-square-foot Boardroom. The outdoor Trellis area accommodates up to 300 guests. Culinary updates include Formaggio Restaurant & Bar, offering California-Italian cuisine, and a full-service Starbucks. The renovation aims to enhance the experience for group and business travelers.

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Hyatt Inclusive Collection Finds Connection Between Travel Perceptions and Quality Time

📅 CHICAGO, Illinois—Hyatt's Inclusive Collection's Time Rich Report reveals 82% of Americans feel they lack quality time with loved ones, yet 62% equate travel to quality time. Conducted with Wakefield Research, it highlights 86% of parents crave intentional time, and 84% of couples feel trips benefit relationships post-return. Solo travel is rising, with 55% of respondents feeling lonely. New initiatives, including a campaign with Deepak Chopra, aim to enhance guest experiences and meaningful connections.

USF and McKibbon Hospitality Continue Cooperative Learning Program

📚 In July 2025, Tampa, Florida, McKibbon Hospitality and USF’s School of Hospitality and Sport Management launched their third class of an interactive learning program. Four students will participate over two semesters, shadowing leaders across McKibbon's Tampa hotels and corporate office. Since 2021, numerous USF students have trained in McKibbon's 95+ hotels, including brands like Marriott and Hilton. This partnership aims to equip students with essential hospitality industry skills.

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LivAway Suites Surpasses 100,000 Room Nights

🏨 LivAway Suites, within the first 12 months, sold over 100,000 room nights, marking a major milestone. The brand launched with eight hotels and 14 more under development. Recent openings are in Draper, Utah; Renton, Washington; and Portland, Maine. By 2026, plans include 10 new hotels across Arizona, Texas, Virginia, Colorado, Nevada, Utah, and Florida, aiming for over 30 properties. CEO Mike Nielson emphasizes the growing demand for extended-stay accommodations.

This Week’s Comings & Goings

📄 Oracle Corporation announced promotions for Clay Magouyrk and Mike Sicilia as CEOs. Dreamscape Hospitality appointed Bill Stadler as chief investment officer. MGM Resorts International appointed Ayesha Molino as COO and Gary Fritz as CCO and president of MGM Digital. Pinehurst Resort named David O’Donoghue as executive VP of operations. JLL Project and Development Services appointed five senior executives, including Nick Caprio and Paul Walters, to leadership roles. Various hospitality leaders were also appointed at locations like Peachtree Group and The Ritz-Carlton Dallas.

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StepStone Hospitality Adds Two Hotels to Its Portfolio

🏨 StepStone Hospitality has taken over management of Le Méridien Indianapolis and Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Clayton/St. Louis Galleria Area. Le Méridien is situated downtown, near Lucas Oil Stadium and the Indiana Convention Center, catering to both leisure and business travelers. The Hampton Inn & Suites is in Clayton's business district, close to corporate offices and the St. Louis Galleria. StepStone is eager to enhance value and guest experiences at these locations.

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