Track Motel 6 in one place. This hub aggregates the latest news and developments around the iconic US economy lodging brand, as covered by trusted sources. A quick way to follow this budget hotel chain.
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Nobu Brings Its Hospitality Concepts to Egypt
29 June 2026This article was written by Hospitality Design. Click here to read the original article Nobu has debuted its first hospitality concept in Egypt within developer SODIC’s Eastown District New Cairo
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U.S. Hotel Industry Sees 9.7% RevPAR Growth, Driven by Strong Business Travel and Gains Across All Chain Scales
25 June 2026🏨 RevPAR gains in the U.S. hotel industry hit 9.7% year-over-year for the week ending June 20. Luxury led with a 17.4% increase, while upscale rose 9%, mid-market 3%, and motels 1.7%. Strongest demand is seen Monday through Thursday, indicating business travel. Risks such as the Iran conflict and rising costs could impact demand. The trend aligns with Hilton CEO’s view of broadening demand across all market levels.
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Award-Winning Hoteliers Share Seven Key Strategies for Enhancing Guest Experience in 2026 Hospitality Industry
25 June 2026📈 2023 GuestRevu GREAT Awards celebrated top hotels based on guest reviews from Google, TripAdvisor, and Booking.com. Marius Botes of Thaba Eco Hotel and Eugenia Danilikhina of Hotel Indigo St. Petersburg emphasized authentic experiences and data-driven personalization. John Rogers of LUX South Ari Atoll highlighted staff empowerment and communication. Hotels focus on removing friction, offering unique local experiences, and leveraging feedback for continuous improvement. Entries for the 2026 GREAT Awards close on June 30, 2026.
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Shiji’s Daylight PMS Rollout Achieves Migration of Over 100 Hotels at Peak Rate of 9 Per Day
25 June 2026📅 Late October to mid-December, over 100 hotels successfully migrated to Daylight PMS with a peak rollout speed of 9 hotels per day and an average of 7. The rollout was executed with a wave-based model, emphasizing standardized, centralized data migration. Parallel teams ensured efficient execution across properties. Key strategies included clear communication, iterative improvements, and end-user readiness through a train-the-trainer approach, empowering internal champions to maintain consistency.
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Soul Community Planet Hotels Launches First SCP WildFree Property in Colorado Springs, Emphasizing Wellbeing and Sustainability
23 June 2026🏨 SCP Hotels launched SCP WildFree Colorado Springs Hotel, their first under the WildFree brand, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This property reinvents the classic motel for modern travelers, featuring a 5,000-square-foot fitness and yoga center, art-filled spaces, and the Provisions Market. Emphasizing sustainability and local culture, it offers Fair Trade Pricing and the Every Stay Does Good program. SCP WildFree targets younger travelers seeking character-rich, values-driven accommodations.
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LG Electronics Debuts Pro:Centric Cloud in U.S. for Enhanced Hotel TV Management and Guest Engagement
17 June 2026📶 LG Electronics USA launched the LG Pro:Centric Cloud, a hospitality TV content management solution, in San Antonio, Texas. This cloud-native solution, announced at HITEC, allows hotels to manage in-room display content remotely without physical servers. It reduces infrastructure complexity, offers a scalable, OPEX-based expense model, and supports third-party integrations. Features include customized content, streaming services, and real-time monitoring, enhancing guest engagement and operational efficiency.
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Oracle Unveils AI-Powered OPERA Cloud Assistant to Streamline Hotel Operations Across 2,100 Wyndham Properties
16 June 2026💻 Oracle announced the Oracle OPERA Cloud Assistant, AI-powered features for OPERA Cloud used by over 2,100 Wyndham properties. These tools automate room assignments, generate rate descriptions, and support global operations in 230 countries. The AI capabilities streamline operations and improve guest experiences by personalizing services, optimizing revenues, and facilitating multilingual communication, enhancing productivity without disrupting workflows per Scott Strickland of Wyndham and Laura Calin of Oracle.
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Keycafe to Unveil Mews and Cloudbeds Integrations at HITEC 2026 for Automated Hotel Key Management.
15 June 2026🔑 Keycafe will showcase its key management solutions at HITEC North America 2026, June 15–18, in San Antonio, Booth #431. The platform integrates with Mews and Cloudbeds, automating guest key access via a SmartBox. It offers real-time access logs and remote access control, streamlining hotel operations and offering contactless key management. Keycafe serves brands like Marriott and Hilton, providing rapid deployment and a substantial return on investment by eliminating manual key handling inefficiencies.
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G6 Hospitality CEO Sonal Sinha Steps Down; Nikhil Heda and Anuj Ladha Promoted to Key Leadership Roles
12 June 2026📈 G6 Hospitality, based in Dallas, Texas, announced the departure of CEO Sonal Sinha, who played a crucial role in stabilizing and integrating the company. Nikhil Heda is promoted to country head, and Anuj Ladha to national head of brand performance, both aiming to grow the Motel 6 and Studio 6 brands in the U.S. Ankit Tandon, vice chairman, will increase U.S. presence to support growth, leveraging Heda’s 20+ years and Ladha’s 5+ years in hospitality.
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Oliver Hospitality Plans to Double Portfolio by 2027, Expanding into Florida with Sarasota Modern Hotel Acquisition
12 June 2026🏨 Oliver Hospitality plans to double its portfolio by 2027, focusing on repurposing historic buildings. Currently, it has seven hotels and seven dining concepts. Recent expansions include The Sarasota Modern in Florida, debuting in November 2025, with 89 rooms and a resort-style pool, and The Nashville Reserve in Tennessee, offering residential-style lodging. The Nashville property will feature studio to two-bedroom layouts, full kitchens, and a redesigned meeting space for up to 25 guests.
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IHG Surpasses One Million Rooms Worldwide as Oyo Climbs Rankings Amid Wyndham’s Setbacks in China
9 June 2026🏨 IHG surpasses a million rooms, joining the top hotel groups globally. Notably, Oyo, with its American acquisition G6, rises three spots, surpassing Accor. In 2025, Wyndham lost 68,000 rooms in China after contract issues with Tian Rui, impacting its global ranking. Meanwhile, Accor retains its 7th position. Hyatt’s new deal with Dossen Group aims to boost its presence in China. Jin Jiang and BTH’s growth is steadying, indicating maturity.
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Chip Conley Discusses His Journey from Joie de Vivre Founder to Airbnb Mentor Amidst Personal Health Battles
9 June 2026📈 Chip Conley battled stage 3 cancer while recording a powerful podcast episode. He founded Joie de Vivre at 26 with $1.1 million, transforming it into America’s second-largest boutique hotel brand. Later, as Airbnb’s “Modern Elder,” he helped turn it into the world’s most valuable hospitality company. In 2016, a potential Airbnb-Marriott partnership failed due to franchisee opposition. Despite health challenges, Conley continues to innovate with the Modern Elder Academy, impacting 9,000 alumni from 60 countries.
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Eugene’s Hotel Market Thrives With 40% Revenue Growth Since 2016, Driven by Technology Sector Expansion
5 June 2026🏨 Eugene’s hotel market has thrived, driven by university development, tech growth, and outdoor attractions. The $1 billion Phil and Penny Knight Campus and $125 million in university research spending fuel economic expansion. Over 70 tech firms like Pipeworks Studios have relocated to Eugene, boosting hotel demand. Since 2016, hotel room-night revenue surged by 40%. In 2025, Lane County recorded 3.5 million overnight stays, with Eugene-Springfield capturing 80% of the $1.4 billion visitor spending.
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Revo Hospitality Group Liquidates, 175 Properties in Germany and Austria Up for Bids; Oyo’s Parent Among Bidders
2 June 2026🏨 Revo Hospitality Group, operating 175 properties mainly in Germany and Austria, filed for insolvency in January at the Charlottenburg District Court, Berlin. At its peak, Revo managed up to 250 hotels. By June, the group faced full liquidation, with 450 staff in Berlin made redundant. Administrators are marketing 120 contracts to five selected bidders from over 100 offers. Prism, Oyo’s parent, and Aroundtown are speculated to be among these bidders.
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GuestRevu Opens Entries for 2026 GREAT Awards in June, Recognizing Excellence in Global Hospitality
2 June 2026🏨 Hotels can enter the 2026 GuestRevu GREAT Awards from June 1-30. This third edition includes all lodging types worldwide, judged by online reviews from Tripadvisor, Booking.com, and Google. Data is analyzed by Stenden University South Africa. Winners will be announced in October 2026 for Europe, America, and APAC, and in November for Africa. The awards emphasize guest satisfaction and exceptional hospitality, with partners like Cendyn and Stayntouch enhancing this global celebration.
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McKibbon Hospitality Celebrates 100 Years of Growth and Innovation in Hotel Development and Management
22 May 2026🏨 McKibbon Hospitality is celebrating its centennial in 2026, with roots tracing back to 1926 in Gainesville, Georgia. Originally a Piggly Wiggly franchise, the company evolved over decades, entering the hospitality sector in 1946 and expanding through strategic acquisitions and partnerships with Holiday Inn, Marriott, and Hilton. It operates over 100 hotels, employs 3,200 staff, and will commemorate the milestone at a Nashville conference in November. Despite challenges, McKibbon emphasizes sustainability, strong relationships, and employee development.
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Shiji Completes Successful Rollout of New PMS Across 100+ Hotels in Six Weeks with Structured Planning
21 May 2026📋 In late October to mid-December, Shiji executed a complex PMS rollout for over 100 hotels, averaging seven hotels per day. Challenges included data migration and integration certification, tackled by cross-functional task forces. Peak days saw nine hotels onboarded. Effective governance, structured execution, and on-site task forces ensured alignment and quick resolution of issues. Consistent communication and customer understanding were pivotal to maintaining momentum and control throughout the tightly managed schedule.
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G6 Hospitality and Natson Hotel Group to Develop 18 Studio 6 Plus Extended-Stay Properties Across the U.S.
11 May 2026📍 G6 Hospitality and Natson Hotel Group signed an agreement to open 18 Studio 6 Plus properties in the U.S. Development starts this month, with the first openings in 2027. Studio 6 Plus, launched at G6’s convention in April, targets extended stay, with 60-80 rooms, full kitchens, and automated check-ins. Natson, with over 100 properties, currently operates 75 G6 hotels. Extended-stay RevPAR hit $78 in 2024, up 14% from 2019, as demand surged.
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G6 Hospitality Appoints Krishna Paliwal as President to Lead Midscale Extended Stay Strategy and Growth Initiatives
5 May 2026🏨 G6 Hospitality appointed Krishna Paliwal as president of midscale extended stay. With over 20 years in hospitality, Paliwal previously led La Quinta and Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham. He will drive G6’s midscale extended stay strategy, following the launch of Studio 6 Plus. Paliwal is known for integrating architecture, design, operations, and development for brand growth. He also supports the BSP Education Society, aiding nearly 1,000 young women in northern India.
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Marriott International and Hilton Lead Luxury Hotel Groups with Thousands of Properties Across the Globe
2 May 2026📍 Marriott International, headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, operates nearly 8,000 properties across 138 countries. Hilton Hotels & Resorts boasts over 6,700 hotels globally and was named one of the World’s Best Workplaces in 2021. Jinjiang International in Shanghai owns several well-known properties and offers specialized training. Accor operates 5,200 properties in 110 countries. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, headquartered in New Jersey, is the world’s largest hotel franchisor with 9,000 locations worldwide.
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G6 Hospitality Launches Studio 6 Plus Extended-Stay Brand with Rates of $75–$90 and RevPAR Targets $60–$70
29 April 2026🛌 G6 Hospitality launched Studio 6 Plus, an upper-economy extended-stay brand, at its franchisee convention in Cancun, Mexico. Rates are expected at $75–$90, with RevPAR targets of $60–$70. Rooms will feature full kitchens, and properties will have 60–150 rooms. The brand targets professionals needing long-term stays. Studio 6 Plus offers enhanced privacy with interior corridors and a three-click automated check-in. Franchisees are charged only for direct bookings. Upcoming projects and locations remain unannounced.
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G6 Hospitality Launches Studio 6 Plus Extended-Stay Brand Targeting Upper-Economy Segment with $75–$90 ADR Goals
29 April 2026📍 G6 Hospitality, operator of Motel 6 and Studio 6, announced Studio 6 Plus, a new extended-stay brand, in Dallas, Texas. This brand targets upper-economy travelers with ADRs of $75-$90 and RevPAR of $60-$70. Studio 6 Plus offers 60–150 rooms featuring full kitchens and smart TVs. It employs a tech-forward approach with a three-click check-in system and enhanced security features. Franchisees benefit from a fee structure tied to brand-generated bookings, excluding third-party OTA channels.
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Terry Kline to Retire After 12 Years Leading Franchise Development at My Place Hotels of America
29 April 2026📈 Terry Kline, Executive VP of Franchise Development at My Place Hotels, will retire in May after 40+ years in hospitality. He joined the brand at its inception, leading franchise growth for 12 years. Kline’s history with the Rivett Organization dates to the mid-1980s, contributing to brands like Super 8 and Settle Inn. His legacy includes team-building and fostering relationships. The Rivett Organization and My Place Hotels commend his dedication and leadership.
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Hyundai HAIM and TPG Angelo Gordon Acquire Two Co-Living Assets in Seoul for KRW111.5 Billion from IGIS
28 April 2026💰 South Korea-based IGIS Asset Management divested Mangrove co-living assets in Seoul for KRW111.5 billion to Hyundai HAIM and TPG Angelo Gordon. Mangrove Sinseol and Dongdaemun have 311 and 177 keys, respectively, on sites of 902.8 sqm and 653.1 sqm. Centurion acquired Karratha, Australia’s AUD45 million Velocity Village and Motel. Japan’s GPIF invested JPY10 billion in Phoenix’s real estate fund. Changi Airport plans a private terminal at Terminal 2 by mid-2027.
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Remote Work Tools Enhance Hotel Teams’ Productivity, Communication, and Workflow Across Various Locations and Roles
23 April 2026💻 Remote work tools help hotel teams stay organized, connected, and productive from any location. Such tools enable better communication across departments by allowing quick updates on shifts, room statuses, and guest requests. With shared task boards, cloud storage, and video meetings, employees can access schedules and documents remotely, saving time and enhancing workflow. Portable monitors further aid in managing multiple tasks efficiently, fostering a more comfortable workflow for hotel staff.
