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Toby Harris finds his mark in bringing British darts to AmericaThe CEO of State of Play Hospitality is looking toward a long-awaited New York opening and the road to more than 50 locations.
US hotels are 'smooth sailing' into 2027Co-hosts of the "Tell Me More: A Hospitality Data Podcast" recorded a special episode at the 2026 Hotel Data Conference, highlighting a few surprises and takeaways gleaned from the annual event.
Better guest experience can start with watching the dataExperts from outside the hotel industry say data informs customer-focused thinking.
Ryman to buy 1,592-key Grande Lakes Orlando Resort from Trinity joint ventureThe $1.38 billion price tag includes two hotels, a JW Marriott and a Ritz-Carlton
Key reopening, non-core hotel sales help Park reshape portfolio in second quarterThe hotel REIT reported 7.1% revenue per available room growth for core assets in the quarter, excluding the only recently reopened Royal Palm South Beach Miami.
Acceleration of business travel, urban leisure demand drives RLJ to boost outlookThe REIT completed the conversion of its Renaissance Pittsburgh to Marriott's Autograph Collection in the second quarter.
Hoteliers confident in stable US demand trends despite persistent cost increasesCoStar News Hotels recaps the Hotel Data Conference with takeaways from the event.
'Outsized rate growth' in first half of year, expected stability in second lead Host to raise outlookThe hotel REIT has nearly completed its renovation program of its Hyatt Hotels Corp.-branded properties and is making progress on its Marriott International-branded ones.
He grew up visiting New York’s landmarks. Now he runs one.Delfin Ortiz hopes to turn the world’s most famous New Year's Eve address into an everyday destination.
Summit Hotels CEO: Second-quarter success about 'more than the World Cup'Both business and group travel saw a rebound before and after the summer mega event
Choice shifts priorities to net unit growth under interim CEOThe hotel brand company increased its full-year 2026 outlook across several metrics.
Expedia Group continues B2B growth, acquires AI platformsOnline travel agency Expedia Group achieved a 6% increase in booked room nights in the second quarter.
Hotel development in India booms as access to smaller cities growsIndian development of infrastructure and connectivity, notably in secondary and tertiary cities, is sparking aggressive growth push from the branded hotel sector as companies take advantage of an undersupplied space.
The good and bad of China's travel outlookAnalysts are increasingly worried over domestic travel weakness in China the world's second most populous country.
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Access Point Financial, TMGOC provided $120 million in bridge loan, preferred equity investment
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Influence on hotel occupancy, revenue varies across markets and with competing events
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Company expects to be more aggressive chasing opportunities, chief investment officer says
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World Cup among drivers of stronger pricing power
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Company's portfolio predominantly in China as development pipeline stretches to 3,000 properties
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Sixth Street Partners and Riller Capital acquire Pier House Resort & Spa for $190 million
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The most important 90 days in a hotel’s life
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Demand growth expected to be 'low, slow'
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Americans are flocking to Europe, but international demand to US hasn't returned the favor
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More than 1.2 million Brits have such contracts, a new high
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Pipeline, profitability growth in China seen as strength for hotel brand company
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AI, World Cup top topics of conversation
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Inflation tempers consumer sentiment, but trips still a priority
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Development
Slowdown comes during dispute over citywide video gambling terminals
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Here’s a Live Overview of What’s Happening in the Market Today
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International News
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Guests slowly move north to cooler parts of continent
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India
Indian hoteliers beginning to fully embrace asset-light model
India
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China
Analysts worry over domestic travel weakness
China
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The two partners cancel a planned merger with Treebo
India
Spain
Sites had been acquired in 2023 on behalf of Adia
Spain
Saudi Arabia
Project has total investment of $393 million, includes 295 branded residential units
Saudi Arabia
Vietnam
By hotel count, Vietnam is Accor’s third-largest market in Asia
Vietnam
Russia
High borrowing costs and construction delays stymie growth of hospitality sector
Russia
Australia
Deal is one of the largest single freehold hotel transactions in Australian history
Australia
Cuba
Scrutiny on military-linked hotel ownership puts pressure on international hotel brands
Cuba
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Saudi Arabia
Project flexibility, government initiatives crucial to overcome global supply disruption
Saudi Arabia
United States
Tourist demand for Europe remains strong but is shifting
United States
Jo Boydell, CEO of United Kingdom economy hotel firm Travelodge, has resigned after a number of security incidents at its hotels over the past few years. The company's CFO will become interim chief executive.
Sydney hotel supply squeeze sparks shift to conversions, capital-light models
Sydney, Australia, is on a roll thanks to sound economic fundamentals and a lack of supply, but hoteliers state it will need to fill in those supply gaps to satisfy demand from international guests, major events and a strong corporate base.
Customizable experiences are key to capturing guest spend, hoteliers say
Hotel operators are balancing how best to budget the marketing required to develop unique programming that attracts travelers seeking unique experiences.
Hotel owner, operator finds opportunity in 'shoulder nights,' targets market dominance
Parks Hospitality plans to grow its business in other parts of the week.
Shorter booking windows, experience-driven demand shift hoteliers' leisure revenue strategies
Experts say that getting creative with data is key to cracking the code.
Hotel REIT execs see more activity, conviction in the deals market
Better overall fundamentals and a competitive debt environment are just some of reasons why buyers feel more confident now.
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5 things to know
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Headlines for Aug. 20
Access Point Financial, TMGOC provided $120 million in bridge loan, preferred equity investment
Analytics
Influence on hotel occupancy, revenue varies across markets and with competing events
Analytics
Ownership
Company expects to be more aggressive chasing opportunities, chief investment officer says
Ownership
Analytics
World Cup among drivers of stronger pricing power
Analytics
Earnings
Brands
Company's portfolio predominantly in China as development pipeline stretches to 3,000 properties
Brands
5 things to know
5 things to know
Ownership
Sixth Street Partners and Riller Capital acquire Pier House Resort & Spa for $190 million
Ownership
Opinions
The most important 90 days in a hotel’s life
Opinions
Analytics
Demand growth expected to be 'low, slow'
Analytics
Analytics
Americans are flocking to Europe, but international demand to US hasn't returned the favor
Analytics
Opinions
More than 1.2 million Brits have such contracts, a new high
Opinions
Earnings
Brands
Pipeline, profitability growth in China seen as strength for hotel brand company
Brands
Podcast
Operations
AI, World Cup top topics of conversation
Operations
Analytics
Inflation tempers consumer sentiment, but trips still a priority
Analytics
Development
Slowdown comes during dispute over citywide video gambling terminals
Development
Brands
Here’s a Live Overview of What’s Happening in the Market Today
Brands
International News
Latvia
Guests slowly move north to cooler parts of continent
Latvia
India
Indian hoteliers beginning to fully embrace asset-light model
India
Podcast
China
Analysts worry over domestic travel weakness
China
India
The two partners cancel a planned merger with Treebo
India
Spain
Sites had been acquired in 2023 on behalf of Adia
Spain
Saudi Arabia
Project has total investment of $393 million, includes 295 branded residential units
Saudi Arabia
Vietnam
By hotel count, Vietnam is Accor’s third-largest market in Asia
Vietnam
Russia
High borrowing costs and construction delays stymie growth of hospitality sector
Russia
Australia
Deal is one of the largest single freehold hotel transactions in Australian history
Australia
Cuba
Scrutiny on military-linked hotel ownership puts pressure on international hotel brands
Cuba
Podcast
Saudi Arabia
Project flexibility, government initiatives crucial to overcome global supply disruption
Saudi Arabia
United States
Tourist demand for Europe remains strong but is shifting
United States
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