LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 71

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Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island Resort Begins Suite Renovations

🏨 Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island Beach Resort & Spa in Florida is renovating its 192 suites with completion expected in early 2026. This final phase of a multimillion-dollar renovation, which began in 2022, includes redesigned one- and two-bedroom suites featuring a modern coastal aesthetic. The renovations, designed by LEO A DALY, will incorporate light wood accents, a softer color palette, and updated kitchens. The resort also enhanced its lobby, restaurant, bar, pool areas, and fitness center.

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The Ballantyne Hotel Announces Fall 2025 Opening of Dunbar Social by Topgolf Swing Suite

🎲 In late September 2025, The Ballantyne, a Luxury Collection Hotel in Charlotte, NC, will debut Dunbar Social by Topgolf Swing Suite. This venue, the first of its kind in a North Carolina hotel, will feature five simulator bays for up to 10 people each and host up to 100 individuals. Covering 9,200 sq ft, it offers a mix of indoor and outdoor seating, including a bar with signature cocktails. Guests can enjoy gaming, dining, and various events.

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Preferred Hotels & Resorts Expands Portfolio With 18 New Members

🏨 Preferred Hotels & Resorts welcomed 18 new member properties from April 1 to June 30, 2025. Highlights include Amara Singapore's 389 rooms, and Castello di Velona Resort in Italy with 45 rooms. Green Pastures in Austin opens Fall 2025 with 63 rooms. Himalayas Hotel Shanghai features 412 rooms, while Imlauer Hotel Schloss Pichlarn in Austria offers 110 rooms. These hotels span locations including Singapore, Italy, Texas, China, and Austria, offering unique, immersive experiences.

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OpenTable and KAYAK Debut List of the Top 100 Hotel Restaurants in America

🍴 OpenTable and KAYAK, on July 2025, released a list of 100 top hotel restaurants in the U.S., reflecting dining's growing role in travel decisions. Key stats show 47% of Americans book trips for restaurants, with KAYAK seeing a 51% rise in its "restaurant" hotel filter usage. Surveys reveal 73% would revisit hotels for dining, and 38% choose hotels based on restaurants. The list includes venues from Arizona to Virginia based on OpenTable and KAYAK data.

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Hotel Communication Network Announces Partnership With Stingray

🎵 Hotel Communication Network (HCN) teams up with Stingray to offer 20 channels of licensed music streaming on in-room tablets in Chicago, Illinois. Guests can multitask while listening to curated playlists. The ad-supported platform means no cost to hotels, eliminating infrastructure requirements. Kevin Bidner, HCN's CEO, highlights the evolution in guest experience. David Purdy, Stingray's CRO, emphasizes enhancing hotel stays without royalty fees charged to hotels.

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Extended Stay America Announces Launch of Client Connect

📲 Extended Stay America (ESA) launches Client Connect, a business travel program, in Charlotte, North Carolina, offering tailored services for business travelers requiring extended stays. With over 30 years experience and 700+ locations, ESA focuses on personalized partnerships, competitive rates, and flexible policies. The program addresses needs of construction crews, traveling nurses, and military personnel, providing dedicated account management, streamlined booking, and a Direct Bill Program. Available immediately, enhancements are underway.

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CoStar Reports Mixed U.S. Hotel Industry Performance Results in June

🗺 June 2025, Arlington, Virginia—The U.S. hotel industry had mixed results over the past year. Occupancy dipped 1.7% to 68.5%, while ADR increased slightly by 0.4% to $162.51, impacting RevPAR, which declined by 1.2% to $111.32. New York City led with an 88.5% occupancy, up 0.9%. New Orleans and Phoenix saw the lowest occupancy at 53.8% and 59.5%, respectively. Top 25 Markets outperformed others in occupancy and ADR metrics.

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Peachtree Group Launches $250 Million Special Situations Fund

💰 Peachtree Group launched a $250 million Special Situations Fund targeting mispriced, high-quality hotel and commercial real estate assets, amid $1 trillion in loans maturing by 2025. Focused on the U.S., particularly Texas, Florida, and California, Peachtree aims to address refinancing challenges with creative capital solutions. They anticipate a 60-90 day first close, completing within 18 months. Strategies include off-market acquisitions, preferred equity, and distressed purchases from lenders.

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Raines Adds Two DoubleTree by Hilton Properties to Management Portfolio

🏨 Raines unveils two new DoubleTree by Hilton hotels in Summerville and Greenville, South Carolina, both opening in July 2025. DoubleTree Greenville features 126 rooms, while DoubleTree Summerville boasts 95 rooms. Renovations include updates to guestrooms, public areas, and dining facilities. Located near major highways, both hotels offer easy access to local attractions. Grey Raines, managing partner of Raines, highlights their commitment to enhancing guest experiences in these key Southeast markets.

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Azul Hospitality Adds Hilton Garden Inn Colorado Springs to Managed Portfolio

🏨 San Diego, California—In 2025, Azul Hospitality added the 168-room Hilton Garden Inn Colorado Springs Downtown to its portfolio. Located in downtown Colorado Springs, it offers an indoor pool, fitness center, and around 5,000 square feet of meeting space across four rooms. A rooftop bar with Pikes Peak views is set to open this fall, and a spa concept is planned. CEO Alvaro Fraile highlighted the hotel's potential for increasing revenue.

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