LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 82

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Lighthouse Announces Launch of Connect AI

💻 Lighthouse launched Connect AI in Denver, providing an AI engine for hotels to connect with AI travel platforms. It enables AI-driven bookings via platforms like ChatGPT and Claude. Data shows 50% of travelers will use AI for leisure travel in the next 12 months. Connect AI boosts hotel visibility, information access, and direct bookability. Lighthouse supports over 80,000 hotels, handling 1.7 billion daily price changes globally, ensuring data accuracy and integration with various booking engines.

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Marriott International Signs Agreement to Debut City Express by Marriott in El Salvador

🏨 Marriott International, Inc. partners with Corporación Polaris and Cardedeu to introduce four City Express by Marriott hotels in El Salvador, adding 440 rooms. The properties, aimed at business and leisure travelers, include City Centro by Marriott San Salvador (opening by end of 2025), City Express by Marriott Aeropuerto (late 2026), City Express by Marriott Santa Elena (2026), and City Express Plus by Marriott San Benito (late 2027). El Salvador’s hotel capacity has recently more than doubled.

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Miami Worldcenter Names Rentyl Resorts Exclusive Hospitality Partner

🏖️ MIAMI, Florida—June 2025, Rentyl Resorts appointed as exclusive hospitality partner and property manager for Miami Worldcenter’s retail environment. Tasked with elevating tenant engagement and guest services, Rentyl aims to integrate a seamless hospitality experience. The announcement coincided with the Miami Worldcenter Grand Opening, where Rentyl was the Exclusive Hospitality Sponsor. Services include strategic development, property management, real estate sales, marketing, and 24/7 guest support, enhancing both residential and retail experiences.

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This Week’s Comings & Goings

📁 Sonder Holdings Inc. announced leadership changes with Francis Davidson stepping down as CEO and Janice Sears appointed interim CEO. Virgin Hotels Collection appointed Chris Stevens as COO and Rayhan Arif as CCO and CFO. PEG named Garett Bjorkman as CEO. RMS appointed Chetan Arjun as CFO, and HVMG appointed Jessica Myers as VP of finance. Key appointments also occurred at The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort, Lansdowne Resort, Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe, OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group, and Appellation Healdsburg.

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Hospitality America Announces Opening of Hotel Avail Rogers, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

🏨 In June 2025, Hospitality America opened the 168-room Hotel Avail Rogers, part of Hilton’s Tapestry Collection, in Rogers, Arkansas. Located in the Pinnacle Hills neighborhood, it offers proximity to local attractions like the Rogers Convention Center and Topgolf. The hotel features two dining options and over 8,000 square feet of event space. Managed by Hospitality America, it's their second hotel in Arkansas and part of Windsor Aughtry's 14-property portfolio.

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Dellisart LLC Expands Portfolio With Six New Management Contracts

📊 Dellisart LLC announced the addition of six new hotel management contracts in Q2 2025 at Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina. These contracts underscore their diverse portfolio spanning multiple markets. As an approved manager for Hilton, Marriott, and Wyndham, Dellisart utilizes its proprietary Hotel Sales Max and Hotel Rev Max platforms to enhance performance and profitability. CEO Douglas Artusio emphasized their expertise in streamlining operations and boosting returns on investment for hotel owners.

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Rebel Hotel Company Launches Renegade Hotels

🏨 Rebel Hotel Company, headquartered in New York, introduces Renegade Hotels, a new focus-service division. Launching with Fairfield Inn Clovis, Comfort Inn Clovis, and the upcoming Hyatt Place Clovis, this division aims to expand quickly, adding at least three hotels within 30 days. CEO Brian Sparacino emphasizes Renegade's independent mindset and performance-first approach, catering to real estate owners seeking flexibility and improved guest experiences.

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G6 Hospitality Announces Results of Its Revenue Management Program

💸 G6 Hospitality's Revenue Management Services (RMS) program showed significant results in Q1 2025, achieving 11% year-over-year revenue growth and a 10% higher Average Daily Rate (ADR) compared to non-RMS properties. Revenue-managed properties saw an 11.5% web and app channel growth, while non-RMS properties declined by 4.4%. April 2025 continued this trend with a 9% revenue growth for RMS properties. The ADR for RMS properties was $78.24 versus $66.68 for non-managed ones. The newly launched My6 app increased direct bookings by 14%.

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HRI Hospitality Adds Hilton New Orleans St. Charles Avenue to Its Portfolio

🏨 HRI Hospitality added the Hilton New Orleans St. Charles Avenue to its portfolio, managing the 252-room hotel. Originally built in 1926 as the Louisiana Masonic Temple, it features 24 suites and 32 executive rooms. Located in New Orleans' Central Business District, the hotel will undergo renovations in early 2026, adding presidential suites and a lobby bar. The on-site restaurant, Luke, offers Creole-inspired cuisine. The hotel boasts over 10,000 sq. ft. of event space.

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Extended Stay America Suites – Tampa – Casino Area Opens

🏨 Extended Stay America announced the opening of its 50th Premier Suites hotel, Extended Stay America Suites – Tampa – Casino Area, in Tampa, Florida. Managed by ESA Management LLC, this four-story hotel offers 122 rooms equipped with full kitchens, workspace, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Located near the Florida State Fairgrounds and Seminole Hard Rock Casino, it includes amenities like a fitness room and free breakfast.

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