LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 87

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Wyndham and Soliteight Announce Plans to Bring Super 8 Brand to Spain and Portugal With 40 New Hotels

📌 Wyndham Hotels & Resorts signed an exclusive development agreement with Soliteight Hotel Projects SA to open 40 Super 8 hotels in Spain and Portugal over the next decade. The first Super 8 will debut in Leiria, Portugal, in Q4 2027. Spain received a record 94 million international visitors in 2024, while tourism in Portugal also grew significantly. Spain's GDP rose by 3.2% in 2024, and RevPAR surged by 142% since 2019. The Super 8 brand addresses a 10% market gap in budget brand penetration in Iberia.

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Flamingo Resort & Spa Joins the Tapestry Collection by Hilton

🪶 In Santa Rosa, California, the Flamingo Resort & Spa, established in 1957, is now part of the Tapestry Collection by Hilton. Managed by Pyramid Global Hospitality and owned by Palm House Hospitality, the resort offers 170 rooms and suites, 20,000 square feet of event space, a spa with signature treatments like the only Hydrafacial in Santa Rosa, and a fitness & wellness center. Guests can enjoy venues such as Lazeaway Club and Wild Bird cafe, as well as Vintage Space lounge.

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CoStar: Mixed U.S. Hotel Industry Performance Results in March

🏨 U.S. hotel industry in March 2025 reported mixed performance: Occupancy slightly down by 0.3% to 63.6%, ADR (Average Daily Rate) rose 1.1% to $161.78, and RevPAR (Revenue Per Available Room) increased 0.8% to $102.89, compared to March 2024. Miami saw the highest occupancy at 83.2%, despite a 0.4% drop. Detroit and Minneapolis had the lowest at 54% and 55%, respectively. Top 25 Markets outperformed others in occupancy and ADR.

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Extended Stay America Premier Suites Expands Into Colorado Market

🏨 Extended Stay America opened a new Premier Suites hotel in Colorado Springs, as part of its expansion in high-demand markets. Developed by Integrated Hospitality Construction, the four-story, 120-room hotel features free Wi-Fi, complimentary breakfast, and fully equipped kitchens in each suite. Located near five major military bases and various corporations, it's ideal for both business and leisure travelers. The brand also plans a new Denver hotel, adding to their Pueblo location opened in 2024.

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50+ Hotel Management Companies to Know in 2025

🏨 In 2025, the U.S. hotel industry is adapting to challenges with 55% of HAMA survey respondents changing brand/management strategy. The American Hotel & Lodging Association sees over 14,000 new jobs but staffing remains below 2019 levels. Alberigo Hotel Management, featured in LODGING's 2025 guide, manages 2,350 rooms across 20 properties, focusing on guest experience and operational excellence. Contact: Richard Alberigo, President-CEO, richard@alberigohotelmgt.com.

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Peachtree Group Receives USCIS Approval for EB-5 Funded SpringHill Suites by Marriott Development

🏠 Peachtree Group received I-956F approval from USCIS for the SpringHill Suites by Marriott construction in Bryce Canyon, Utah. They provided $16.95 million in construction financing for the 127-room hotel, expected to complete by mid-2025, 10 minutes from the national park. This is the firm's third hotel development with I-956F approval after Boone, North Carolina, and Palmdale, California projects. Peachtree's EB-5 program, launched in 2023, offers foreign investors green cards for $800,000 investments creating at least 10 full-time jobs.

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PM Hotel Group Announces 2024 Annual Sustainability Report

🌱 PM Hotel Group in Chevy Chase, Maryland, released its seventh annual sustainability report in 2024. The report shows the company's progress in environmental stewardship, community impact, and social responsibility. Initiatives included assembling 2,100 hygiene kits, providing an estimated 105,000 hand washes, 88,200 tooth brushings, and 44,100 showers. They bagged 2,500 pounds of food for the North Texas Food Bank, equaling 5,000 meals. PM Hotel Group created 2,000 hours of employment for those facing work barriers and installed EV chargers at ten properties, with plans for 45 more in 2025. The Windsor Suites in Philadelphia planted 5,000 trees in Rwanda, while Airlie in Northern Virginia maintained a National Wildlife Federation habitat certification. Hilton BWI Airport's composting partnership diverted over 26,000 pounds of organic waste. During Earth Week 2024, various hotel teams engaged in sustainability activities like tree planting and promoting organic products.

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Driftwood Capital Closes $1.2 Billion Hospitality Portfolio Consolidation Across 18 Assets

🏨 Driftwood Capital closed a $1.2 billion consolidation of 18 Hilton, Marriott, and Margaritaville-branded hotels across 10 states, totaling 4,203 keys. Wells Fargo led the financing with a $330 million securitized senior loan and ACORE Capital provided $85 million in preferred equity. The portfolio, which has seen nearly $370 million in renovations and development, includes the 520-key Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake of the Ozarks, the 353-key Marriott San Diego Mission Valley, and other key properties in high-growth markets such as California, Texas, and Florida. The transactions form part of Driftwood's strategy for building high-quality hotel portfolios and represent over $2 billion in recent recapitalizations.

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Staypineapple Marks Earth Day With Meaningful Progress in Sustainable Practices

🌍 Staypineapple, a national boutique hotel brand based in Bellevue, Washington, has eliminated single-use plastic water bottles across all properties since 2024, diverting around 600,000 bottles from landfills. Guests now receive complimentary PATH refillable water bottles and can use Quench Water Bar refill stations. Aiming for 75% waste diversion by 2027, Staypineapple is pursuing Green Key certification for its Chicago property by the end of 2025 and enhancing waste diversion training for team members.

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G6 Hospitality Adds Over 150 Corporate Clients in 2025

📌 In 2025, G6 Hospitality, parent company of Motel 6 and Studio 6, added over 150 corporate clients, with major accounts in construction, transportation, agriculture, retail, and transitional housing, primarily from Texas, California, and Florida. More than 500 meetings led to a 26% revenue increase in Q1 2025 from Q1 2024. The company adds about 50 new corporate accounts monthly and focuses on industries and small-medium businesses with annual bookings of $15,000 to $1 million. Natson Hotel Group, a key franchisee, saw a doubled corporate revenue in Q1 2025 compared to the previous year.

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