Hilton Opens Its First U.S. Virgin Islands Hotel — LODGING
Hilton announced its debut in the U.S. Virgin Islands with the opening of the 126-room Hampton by Hilton St. Thomas.| LODGING Magazine
Hilton announced its debut in the U.S. Virgin Islands with the opening of the 126-room Hampton by Hilton St. Thomas.| LODGING Magazine
During summer 2025, hotel and lodging owners are undoubtedly focused on maximizing occupancy and guest satisfaction. Yet a sometimes-overlooked consequence of increased occupancy rates can be the increased risk of pest introductions, particularly from transient guests inadvertently bringing in unwelcome hitchhikers like bed bugs. This heightened foot traffic, combined with warmer temperatures, creates an environment ripe for various pest challenges that can swiftly undermine even the most met...| LODGING Magazine
ATLANTA, Georgia—Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG) announced that the company has added nine new management agreements year-to-date, including one ground-up development, to its nationwide portfolio. “HVMG is on pace for an extremely successful 2025, especially given the current transaction environment. We have expanded our footprint across the southeastern, western, and central United States with the addition of these hotels,” said Robert Cole, president and chief execut...| LODGING Magazine
Omni Hotels & Resorts announced the promotion of Laura Trussel McKoy to chief creative officer. In this role, McKoy will continue to lead the interior design for both renovations and new developments while overseeing the brand’s overall creative vision. McKoy joined Omni in February 2007 as director of interior design and later advanced to creative director and vice president of interior design. Accor announced the appointment of Ranju Alex as its chief executive officer for […] The post ...| LODGING Magazine
NEW YORK, New York—Recreation at Moxy NYC Downtown debuted a new look following the completion of a redesign that combined vintage gaming elements with mid-century Americana. The updates include leather seating and sectional sofas adaptable for a variety of gatherings, custom-made medicine ball ottomans, a mix of dining and accent chairs, upholstered in velvets and textured vinyls, patterned stools, throw pillows, and layered fabrics. The new design also highlights Americana with real leath...| LODGING Magazine
DALLAS, Texas—The board of directors of Braemar Hotels & Resorts Inc. announced that it is initiating a process for the sale of the company. The board of directors formed a special committee comprised solely of independent and disinterested directors to explore a range of strategic alternatives, aimed at maximizing both near- and long-term shareholder value. After reviewing various strategic options to maximize value for shareholders, the board has determined that it is in the best […] Th...| LODGING Magazine
GREENVILLE, South Carolina—Hospitality America’s PEACH Con 2025 brought together more than 50 hotel leaders, corporate partners, and industry experts to address the trends redefining the guest experience. With the theme “Navigating New Frontiers; Where Trailblazers Thrive,” the three-day leadership conference equipped attendees with strategies to strengthen performance while preparing for hospitality’s future. In his opening address, Hospitality America President and Chief Executive...| LODGING Magazine
DALLAS, Texas—Ashford Hospitality Trust, Inc. announced the completion of the sales of the Hilton Houston NASA Clear Lake in Houston, Texas, for $27 million and the Residence Inn Evansville East in Evansville, Indiana, for $6 million. When adjusted for the company’s anticipated capital expenditures, the combined sale price represents a 1.3 percent capitalization rate on net operating income or a multiple of 45.3 times Hotel EBITDA for the twelve months ended July 31, 2025. Exclud...| LODGING Magazine
In March of this year, Mary Beth Cutshall assumed the position of chief growth officer of Vision Hospitality Group in Chattanooga, Tennessee. As her title suggests, she is responsible for helping expand this hospitality development, ownership, and management company’s portfolio of owned and operated hotels throughout the United States. Tracing her “success story” for LODGING, Cutshall related some highlights of her career path, during which she worked at all levels of the industry, from...| LODGING Magazine
BELLEVUE, Washington—Staypineapple announced a new pet wellness program designed to make traveling with pets easier for its guests. The company is partnering with Zoundz, a sound therapy app developed for dogs and cats to help reduce anxiety and promote calmness, and VEG ER for Pets, a provider of 24/7 emergency veterinary care. Staypineapple is offering guests who book the Pineapple Pup Package a free 14-day trial of the Zoundz app, with a special promo code sent before […] The post St...| LODGING Magazine
Hilton announced the opening of Hilton Arlington Rosslyn The Key. The hotel marks the first property to debut the brand’s refreshed identity.| LODGING Magazine
Red Roof announced the opening of the 53-room Red Roof Inn Washington, D.C. The hotel is located near several attractions.| LODGING Magazine
Lodging Econometrics shared the Q1 2025 U.S. Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report. The totals represent an increase in projects.| LODGING Magazine
Lodging Econometrics released its Q2 2025 U.S. Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report, which highlighted a year-over-year increase.| LODGING Magazine
Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) announced the opening of Red Lion Inn & Suites Blue Springs.| LODGING Magazine
The Wildbirch Hotel is now open in Anchorage’s Mushing District, offering an experience as the city’s first lifestyle boutique property.| LODGING Magazine
Hyatt Hotels Corporation reported first-quarter 2025 results| LODGING Magazine
Hyatt Regency Austin announced that the property will be undergoing a full-hotel renovation, with completion expected in September 2025.| LODGING Magazine
