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Dreamscape Hospitality Assumes Management of Two Marriott Hotels in Louisiana and Arkansas, Expanding Portfolio

🏨 Dreamscape Hospitality has taken over management of two Marriott hotels: Courtyard by Marriott Houma in Houma, Louisiana, and Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Springdale in Springdale, Arkansas. Both are owned by Verge Hospitality Management LLC. The Courtyard serves southern Louisiana's business and leisure sectors, while the Fairfield caters to Northwest Arkansas's expanding region. Adam Patenaude of Dreamscape and Malik Kheraj of Verge emphasize operational excellence and guest experience to ensure long-term property success.

Hilton to Open First Curio Collection Hotel in Hawaii with 210 Rooms by Fall 2026

🏨 Hale Hōkūala Kauaʻi, Curio Collection by Hilton, is set to open fall 2026 as Hilton's first lifestyle brand hotel in Hawaii. Located at Hōkūala Resort, Kauaʻi, this 210-room hotel will feature ocean, mountain, and lagoon views. Designed by Hart Howerton and Architects Hawai‘i, it includes a signature restaurant, an outdoor pool, and 12,000 sq. ft. of event space. General Manager Jon Itoga, with 15+ years of experience, will lead the preopening operations.

Minor Hotels Appoints Alexis Boudrand as Director of Development for France and Francophone Europe Markets

📈 Minor Hotels appoints Alexis Boudrand as Director of Development for France, the Netherlands, and several francophone markets. Based in Paris, Boudrand reports to Yuan Fang. With over 20 years of experience, Boudrand's career includes roles at Accor, JLL Hotels, and CBRE Hotels. The group’s 2026 growth strategy focuses on asset-light models, with 87% of the development pipeline utilizing franchise and management agreements to expand in mature markets.

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Capella Hotel Group Appoints Roland Fasel as President to Double Portfolio by 2030 in New Markets

🏨 Roland Fasel will become Capella Hotel Group's president on April 6, leading their expansion to double by 2030. He will focus on Middle East and Europe markets and enhancing guest experiences. Fasel's 30+ year career includes roles at Maybourne Hotel Group and Aman Resorts. Notably, he managed an $80m repositioning at Badrutt’s Palace. Capella operates 12 hotels, with six Forbes Five-Star properties. Fasel is expected to drive strategic and operational growth.

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Acclaimed Chef Pierre Minotti Appointed Executive Chef of Orrery, Reopening in Spring 2026 with New Vision

🍳 Pierre Minotti, former Executive Chef at the two-Michelin-starred Alex Dilling at Hotel Café Royal, will lead Orrery in Marylebone as it undergoes a transformation. The restaurant will reopen in April 2026 as "Orrery by Pierre Minotti." The Evolv Collection, led by Martin Williams, is behind this move, aiming for Michelin recognition. Minotti's culinary journey began at age 10 and includes working in top Michelin-starred kitchens worldwide. More updates to follow.

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Pierre Minotti Appointed Executive Chef of Orrery, Set to Reopen in April 2026 After Refurbishment

🍳 Pierre Minotti, celebrated Executive Chef, will lead Orrery restaurant in Marylebone, London, post-refurbishment in April 2026. Formerly achieving two Michelin stars in 2022 at Hotel Café Royal, Minotti aims to transform Orrery into a modern, relaxed fine dining destination with Michelin ambitions, emphasizing seasonal and regional ingredients. The Evolv Collection, founded in 1991 by Sir Terence Conran and led by Martin Williams, supports this new chapter.

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Apex Hotels Strengthens Leadership Team With Three Director Appointments Following Dunblane Hydro Acquisition for Portfolio Growth

📈 Craig Fletcher, Yvonne Brennan, and Anna Hart are appointed as directors at Apex Hotels in January 2026 to manage revenue, guest experience, and human resources. This coincides with the acquisition of Dunblane Hydro, driving portfolio growth for the Edinburgh-based group. Fletcher will focus on commercial positioning, Brennan on the guest journey, and Hart on organizational culture, aligning with Apex's broader investment strategy to enhance guest service and operational performance.

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Langham Hospitality Group Names Michele Grosso as Regional VP to Oversee U.S. Operations for Two Brands

📌 Michele Grosso has been appointed as regional vice president, Operations, U.S., for Langham Hospitality Group. He will oversee The Langham Hotels and Resorts and Eaton brands in the U.S. Grosso brings 28 years of luxury hotel experience, joining LHG in 2019. He will continue as managing director of The Langham, Boston. CEO Bob van den Oord highlights Grosso's expertise and leadership as vital for maintaining high-quality guest experiences in the U.S. market.

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Sage Hospitality Group Takes Over Management of 106-Room The Benson Hotel on CU Anschutz Medical Campus

📍 Sage Hospitality Group now manages The Benson Hotel & Faculty Club, a 106-room property on the CU Anschutz medical campus in Aurora, Colorado. Acquired by the University of Colorado and opened in 2023 by AIMCO, The Benson is positioned between Denver and its airport. It features themed rooms, The Common Good restaurant, and a fitness center. The Faculty Club fosters connections among academics and medical professionals. Sage aims to enhance the hotel’s community role through experiential hospitality.

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IHG Hotels & Resorts Appoints Neetu Mistry as Managing Director for Over 400 UK & Ireland Hotels

🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts has appointed Neetu Mistry as Managing Director for its UK & Ireland estate, overseeing 400+ open and pipeline hotels across 11 brands. With 20+ years of industry experience, Mistry succeeds in driving growth and partnerships. Previously, she served as CCO for Cycas Hospitality in Amsterdam. IHG’s UK&I market benefits from strong domestic travel demand and sustained owner investment, offering significant opportunities for growth across all segments.

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