LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 94

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Nobu Debuts at Grand Wailea and Hotel Del Coronado

🏠 Nobu Matsuhisa’s Japanese cuisine arrives at Grand Wailea, a Waldorf Astoria Resort in Wailea, Hawaii, and Hotel del Coronado in Coronado, California. The two iconic resorts have undergone multi-year renovations and now feature Nobu Grand Wailea Maui with a 13,000 square foot space after a $350 million renovation, and Nobu Del Coronado with a 3,700 square foot space. Nobu Wailea offers desserts like Kona Coffee Tres Leches Cake, while Del Coronado has 156 seats, including 120 outdoor with Pacific views.

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IHG Reports Q1 2025 Trading Update

🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts' Q1 2025 update showed a global RevPAR increase of 3.3%, with Americas at 3.5%, EMEAA at 5.0%, and Greater China down 3.5%. Rooms revenue saw Business up 3%, Leisure up 2%, Groups up 5%, average daily rate up 2.2%, and occupancy up 0.6 percentage points. Gross system size growth was 7.1% YOY, with 14,600 new rooms opened. Net system size grew 4.3% YOY, totaling 987,000 rooms across 6,668 hotels. IHG signed 25,800 rooms in Q1, marking a 9.4% YOY pipeline increase. A $324m portion of a $900m share buyback program was completed, reducing share count by 1.9%.

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Grand Bohemian Lodge Asheville Reopens with Renovations and Lodge Designation

🏡 In September 2024, Hurricane Helene damaged the Kessler Collection's Asheville property, leading to extensive restorations. Led by Mark and Diana Kessler, the Grand Bohemian Lodge Asheville has been revitalized with enhancements including an expanded Grand Bohemian Gallery, a culinary experience at Red Stag Grill with refreshed menus featuring local ingredients, updated wellness offerings at the renamed Spa at Grand Bohemian, and expanded meeting spaces. The Manor House now provides a new 450-square-foot meeting space, and the art gallery showcases a 2025 collection, with over 700 curated bottles in the wine vault. The project was a collaboration with local artisans and businesses to lift the community.

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Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa Announces Completion of Multi-Million Dollar Renovation

🏠 Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa in Santa Ana Pueblo, New Mexico completed a $15 million renovation of 327 guestrooms with a cultural and Pueblo-style design. The renovation included new room décor with local woven fabrics and pueblo clay pottery designs, spa-inspired bathrooms with marble countertops, and resort corridors with Native American patterns. Additional offerings include horseback rides, cultural activities, and a learning center with Native American artifacts. General Manager Claudia Wattenberg emphasized the luxury and cultural heritage reflected in the updates.

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The Radical Hotel Joins Tapestry Collection by Hilton

🏛 The Radical Hotel in Asheville's River Arts District, North Carolina, joined Tapestry Collection by Hilton, which includes nearly 160 independent hotels. After recovering from Hurricane Helene, the boutique hotel and living art installation, housed in a refurbished 1920s warehouse and former cereal factory, features 70 guestrooms and suites. The property, managed by Driftwood Capital, debuted in October 2023, offering a unique experience with a local touch, art-forward design, and a rooftop bar.

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ForWard Conference Moves to Atlanta, Centers Theme on Amplifying Power for Women in Hospitality

📝 Nearly 1,000 hospitality professionals attended the AHLA Foundation's ForWard Conference in Atlanta, at Hyatt Regency, to empower women in leadership. The event featured speakers like Jennifer Hyman, Lamiaa Laurene Daif, and Makeba Riddick, offering sessions on negotiation, AI, guest expectations, and more. The ForWard initiative seeks to address the underrepresentation of women in hospitality leadership through professional development and networking.

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DoubleTree by Hilton Unveils ‘piebird’ Dining Concept

🥧 DoubleTree by Hilton unveils piebird, a new restaurant/bar concept by StiR Creative Collective, starting fall 2025 in Nanuet, New York, followed by Asheville, North Carolina in early 2026. Piebird offers a modern take on American classics, with a focus on specialty pies and a balanced menu inspired by various U.S. regions. It features seasonal pies, the staple piebird Pie, and unique cocktails like the Cookie Martini and piebird Palmer. The design echoes a cozy, vintage-inspired aesthetic to complement DoubleTree's hospitality.

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Choice Hotels International Reports Q1 2025 Results

💰 Choice Hotels International, Inc. reported a net income increase of 44% to $44.5 million in Q1 2025, with diluted EPS up 52% to $0.94. Adjusted EBITDA reached a record $129.6 million, up 4%. Adjusted diluted EPS also set a record at $1.34, a 5% increase. Net global rooms grew 2.8%, while domestic extended stay rooms surged 10.8%. Domestic RevPAR increased by 2.3%, with extended stay and midscale/economy outperforming their respective chain scales. Total Q1 2025 revenues hit $333 million, with partnership services and fees up 28% to $25.4 million. A liquidity of $593.8 million was reported, and $64.6 million spent on share repurchases. The 2025 outlook has been adjusted to anticipate more moderate domestic RevPAR growth.

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MacNaughton Hospitality Partners With Stayntouch

🏨 Stayntouch updated its partnership with MacNaughton Hospitality for three Oahu properties: Waikiki Malia, Lotus Honolulu, and Hotel Renew. The Stayntouch PMS platform enhances personalized service, guest experiences, and operational efficiency. MacNaughton Hospitality offers three distinct Hawaiian experiences, prioritizing service and local values. Their VP, Carmine Iommazzo, highlights the platform's role in operational modernization and guest engagement, while Priya Rajamani of Stayntouch endorses their contribution to MacNaughton's authentic hospitality.

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HREC Arranges Sale of Best Western Territorial Inn & Suites

📌 Best Western Territorial Inn & Suites in Bloomfield, New Mexico, consisting of 65 rooms, was sold by HREC Investment Advisors, who represented VWH Enterprises Inc. The hotel was purchased by JHMC Inc., a southwestern US regional hotel management company. The transaction was led by Jeffrey Duni, senior vice president of HREC. The acquisition aims to streamline sales and management with a nearby Best Western in Farmington, New Mexico. Bloomfield, with a population of around 8,000, is strategically located near US 64, offering access to the Four Corners region and attractions like the Aztec Ruins National Monument.

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