LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 86

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Palette Hotels Awarded Management of DoubleTree by Hilton Washington Meadow Lands Casino Area

🏠 Palette Hotels will manage the 140-room DoubleTree by Hilton Washington Meadow Lands Casino Area in Washington, Pennsylvania. They will oversee a multi-million dollar refurbishment, including technology enhancements, new signage, landscaping, and renovations of the lobby, guestrooms, bathrooms, meeting spaces, restaurant, bar, and lounge. The hotel, owned by Sunrise Gold Hospitality, offers an outdoor pool, fitness center, business center, and 13,000 square feet of event space. It marks Palette's fourth collaboration with Hilton and their second hotel in Pennsylvania.

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Coury Hospitality Expands Vin Hotel Collection With Flagship Growth, New Location

🏨 Coury Hospitality expands its Vin Hotel Collection with the flagship Hotel Vin in Grapevine, Texas adding 120 guest rooms and 26 suites by late 2025, totaling 240 rooms, and introducing Hotel Vin Pinnacle Hills in Rogers, Arkansas, opening in summer 2026. The $72 million+ Hotel Vin Pinnacle Hills will feature 125 rooms, a rooftop bar, over 10,000 square feet of event space, and amenities such as marble bathrooms and designer toiletries.

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Coury Hospitality Expands Vin Hotel Collection With Flagship Growth, New Location

🏨 Coury Hospitality is expanding its Vin Hotel Collection, with the Hotel Vin in Grapevine, Texas set to break ground in late 2025 for a transformative expansion adding 120 guest rooms (including 26 suites) to total 240 rooms, an outdoor pool, a 5,000-square-foot event space, a restaurant, and a spa. Hotel Vin Pinnacle Hills in Rogers, Arkansas, broke ground in fall 2024 and is slated to open in summer 2026, featuring a $72 million+ investment, 125 guest rooms, a rooftop bar, an outdoor pool, and over 10,000 square feet of event space near amenities including an amphitheater and bike trails.

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Omni Hotels & Resorts Announces Launch of Omni Select Business

💰 Omni Hotels & Resorts launched Omni Select Business for small and midsize businesses (SMBs) at their over 50 locations in the U.S. and Canada, offering 9% off standard rates, loyalty perks, a Select Guest sign-up bonus of double Omni Credits, and flexible travel options with no membership costs. Program eligibility requires legally registered SMBs without existing Omni corporate rates and a minimum of 50 room nights per year. Travel agencies and wholesalers cannot join.

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Omni Hotels & Resorts Announces Launch of Omni Select Business

💰 Omni Hotels & Resorts launched Omni Select Business, a travel program for small and midsize businesses (SMBs), across over 50 U.S. and Canada locations. The program offers 9% off standard rates, free loyalty perks like welcome drinks and Wi-Fi, plus a sign-up bonus of double Omni Credits on the first three stays. Eligible businesses must book a minimum of 50 room nights annually and cannot already have Omni corporate rates; travel agencies and wholesalers are excluded. No cost or long-term commitments required to join.

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W Austin Hotel Offers Largest Suite in the City After Renovation

🏡 W Hotels and Opry Entertainment Group announced the multi-million-dollar renovation of W Austin, featuring Austin’s largest suite - Penthouse I at 1,798 sq ft. Four of the 32 premium suites, including Penthouses I and II, offer two bedrooms, bathrooms, and panoramic views. The suites display Texas artist Ysabel Lemay's hypercollage panoramas and other exclusive artworks. Located in the 2nd Street District, W Austin is adjacent to Austin City Limits Live venue and near Lady Bird Lake.

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W Austin Hotel Offers Largest Suite in the City After Renovation

🏛 W Hotels and Opry Entertainment Group unveiled a multi-million-dollar renovation of W Austin, offering Penthouse I, Austin's largest suite at 1,798 sq ft. Four of the 32 premium suites feature two bedrooms and bathrooms and luxury amenities like marble bathrooms, Miele espresso machines, and personalized concierge service. Exclusive Texas artworks decorate the suites, with panoramic views inspired by the "Violet Crown" moniker. Located near Austin City Limits Live, W Austin connects guests to the city's culture.

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Aimbridge Hospitality Selects Canary Technologies for Digital Tipping

💰 Aimbridge Hospitality has partnered with Canary Technologies to adopt a digital tipping solution for over 1,000 properties worldwide. The solution allows guests to tip staff via mobile devices, streamlining the process and integrating with HR systems. This adoption reflects a shift towards cashless solutions in the hospitality industry. Aimbridge's VP of HR, Conrad Riddle, notes the move enhances guest experiences and staff satisfaction. Hotels using Canary’s system report a 5-10% rise in guest satisfaction and up to 75% reduction in staff turnover.

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Bally’s Baton Rouge Hotel Modernizes Guest Experiences With Agilysys Software Solutions

🎰 Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel, formerly Belle of Baton Rouge, in Alpharetta, Georgia, partners with Agilysys, Inc. for technology solutions, including Versa PMS and InfoGenesis POS. Slated to open fall 2025, pending Louisiana Gaming Commission approval, the complex will feature 25,000 sq ft of gaming, various lounges, casual and fine dining, and a renovated 242-room, 10-story hotel. The hotel aims to revitalize downtown Baton Rouge with land-based casino, entertainment, and hotel experiences. Agilysys will provide 11 solutions to enhance staff and guest interactions, enable mobile services, contactless payments, digital marketing, and manage bookings and services.

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This Week’s Comings & Goings

🏢 Cendyn promoted Yakesh Arora to CTO. Lark Hotels appointed Kai Gilsey as SVP of operations. Auberge Resorts Collection named Mohamed Elbanna as EVP of global operations. Zucchetti North America appointed Estella Hale as VP of commercial strategy. McNeill Hotel Company named Katelyn Wiersma as regional director of sales. Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront named Rocco LaFronza as director of operations. The St. Regis Washington, D.C. appointed Alaina Sweeney as GM. Vintners Resort announced Michael Collins as GM for an upcoming $15+ million transformation. Grace Hotel, Auberge Resorts Collection, appointed Jerry Diamantatos as GM. The Statler named Shyam Lalu as GM. Hilton appointed Randy Morton as GM of Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas. Gardiner House named Stephanie Nelson as director of sales. InterContinental New York Barclay Hotel appointed Savannah Seaman as director of marketing. Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa named Lizzie Long as marketing manager. The Sea Pines Resort appointed Katie Cacciola as associate director of marketing. Dreamscape Hospitality named Jill Burgess as director of hotel accounting. Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk appointed Denis Ehmig as executive chef. SuiteOp announced Jordan Cohen as head of growth. LionGrove made four key executive appointments. JLL PDS named Ben Jackson as global head of development services

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