LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 54

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White Lodging Announces Return of Jason Druso as Regional Vice President

💰 Jason Druso rejoined White Lodging in Merrillville, Indiana, as regional vice president in 2025. From 2015 to 2025, he helped develop over 50 independent restaurant concepts. Previously vice president of food and beverage, Druso will now oversee hotels and restaurants nationwide. Chris Anderson, COO, highlighted his impact on transforming food and beverage operations over the past decade. Druso previously worked at Winegardner & Hammons and in various steakhouse management roles.

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Holiday Inn Express by IHG Announces Partnership With Costa Coffee

☕ Holiday Inn Express and Costa Coffee have partnered to serve Costa's freshly brewed coffee at over 1,300 U.S. locations, aiming for a full rollout by early 2026. A survey by Suzy shows 61% of consumers believe coffee quality reflects hotel guest value. Justin Alexander from Holiday Inn Express emphasizes enhanced breakfast experiences, while Amy Daugherty of Costa Coffee highlights their commitment to quality and hospitality, aiming to create joyful moments for travelers.

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Hunter Hotel Advisors Brokers Sale of Hyatt Place Albuquerque/Uptown

🏨 August 19, 2025, Albuquerque, New Mexico: Hunter Hotel Advisors facilitated the sale of the 126-key Hyatt Place Albuquerque/Uptown to Sun Capital Hotels. This acquisition marks Sun Capital's seventh property in Albuquerque and twelfth overall. The hotel, located in the Uptown district, offers proximity to ABQ Uptown and Coronado Center's 1.4 million square feet of retail space and amenities such as 1,127 square feet of meeting space, a business center, outdoor pool, and dining options.

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JLL Announces Sale of The Boxer Boston

📍 JLL's Hotels & Hospitality Group sold The Boxer Boston, an 80-key historic hotel in Boston's West End, to Eurostars Hotels Company, part of Grupo Hotusa. Originally built in 1904 and renovated in 2013, it features 80 guestrooms, a fitness center, and the Bulfinch Social restaurant. This is Eurostars’ fifth U.S. hotel. Located near TD Garden and North Station, the purchase supports Eurostars’ expansion in urban tourism.

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Accor Selects Oracle Hospitality OPERA Cloud for Global PMS

💻 Oracle and Accor, June 2025, Austin: Accor transitions global properties to Oracle OPERA Cloud PMS, enhancing hotel operations. The platform standardizes data across properties, aiding performance monitoring and decision-making. Accor prioritizes a consistent, high-quality guest experience and operational efficiency. Oracle's collaboration is highlighted as strategic. Accor adopts Oracle OPERA Cloud Sales and Event Management for enhanced meetings and events management, providing digital self-service tools for event planning. Oracle emphasizes Accor's adaptability and innovative approach in hospitality.

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W Hotels Completes Renovation of W New York – Union Square

💡 W Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy, unveiled the $100 million renovation of the 256-room W New York – Union Square in New York City, housed in the historic Guardian Life Building and originally designed by Rockwell Group in 2001. The hotel features a transformed Living Room Café, a new seafood brasserie called Seahorse, the only rooftop bar in Union Square, and 2,587 square feet of meeting space. The hotel aims to blend historic architecture with modern luxury.

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Extended Stay America Premier Suites Jacksonville Airport Opens

🏨 Extended Stay America Premier Suites Jacksonville Airport opens in Charlotte, North Carolina, announced by Mark Williams. The hotel, developed by TMGOC Ventures with Willow Street Capital, is a newly constructed four-story property with 124 rooms and is located three miles from Jacksonville International Airport. Amenities include free Wi-Fi, complimentary breakfast, and a 24-hour fitness room. The site supports Jacksonville's growing medical, logistics, and aviation sectors, catering to both extended-stay guests and the local community.

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Dreamscape Hospitality Adds The Monarch Hotel to Its Portfolio

🏨 Dreamscape Hospitality is taking over management of The Monarch Hotel in Old Town Scottsdale, Arizona. The hotel features suites, some with private balconies, two pools, and on-site dining at La Flora Restaurant. It is undergoing renovations and will reopen as a JdV by Hyatt property in early 2026. The location is close to attractions like Butterfly Wonderland and the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art.

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Signia by Hilton Debuts in Texas With New Signing

🏖 Hilton will convert La Cantera Resort & Spa in San Antonio, Texas, to Signia by Hilton La Cantera Resort & Spa, accepting reservations from October 1, 2025. With a recent $40 million, 11-month renovation, the resort features 496 guestrooms, 34 boutique-style villas, five pools, and 115,000 square feet of meeting space. Dining includes nine experiences and amenities like Loma de Vida Spa & Wellness and the La Cantera Golf Club. Owned by Ohana Real Estate Investors, Hilton will manage the resort.

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This Week’s Comings & Goings

📈 Choice Hotels International appointed Joshua Sloser as chief commercial officer. Stockdale Capital Partners named Gina Abbott as president of property management. IHG Luxury & Lifestyle Americas appointed Gina Genna as senior director of marketing for Texas. La Bahia Hotel & Spa appointed Travis Kilway as director of revenue management. Waikīkī Beach Marriott Resort & Spa appointed Mark Weatherill as general manager. The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas appointed Guntram Merl as general manager. Balboa Bay Resort named Diego Bernal as executive chef.

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