HOSPITALITY NEWS
Global Report
CoStar World News for Jan. 30Firm looks to acquire New Zealand hotel operator; London office investments off to strong 2025 start; Developer plans sustainable French logistics park
Why developing all-inclusive resorts in Europe remains challengingEurope-based hotel companies with Caribbean all-inclusive resorts in their portfolios have found a tougher road to launch the segment on their home continent.
Choice Hotels taps new partner to expand booking optionsChoice Hotels and Westgate Resorts have partnered to expand booking options for Choice Hotel members.
International brands, investors see increasing potential for lifestyle hotelsThe rise of the lifestyle hotel segment has led to a spike in brand acquisitions, and a panel of executives discussed how lifestyle brands must keep their original vision to keep driving profitability.
How hotels are keeping grab-and-go food and beverage freshHotels are refining their grab-and-go offerings in food and beverage to boost guest satisfaction and increase efficiency in their business.
Investor interest in European hotels is high, but pricing remains an issueA panel of Europe-based executives from hotel ownership companies discussed their investment strategies as the transaction market on the continent heats up.
Puneet Chhatwal outlines Indian Hotel Company Limited's 2030 vision for more than 700 hotelsIndian Hotels Company Limited CEO and managing director Puneet Chhatwal discussed how the company is growing ever more asset-light while keeping an eye open for strategic investment.
Design & Construction
Classic roadside hotel in Southern California gets upgrade for modern travelersThe mid-century modern style has been retained at renovated City Center hotel in Long Beach.How DC hotel demand is trending ahead of Trump's second inaugurationPreliminary CoStar data shows strong demand in the Washington, D.C., market for President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration this upcoming Monday.
Lenders take majority ownership of Aimbridge in debt restructuring dealAimbridge Hospitality has reached a new deal with its lenders, giving majority ownership of the company to its first lien lenders to convert more than $1.1 billion in debt to equity and receive an infusion of $100 million.
Whitbread maintains upbeat outlook about Premier Inn in UK, Germany despite challenging environmentWhitbread executives are confident the scale, market share and commercial levers of its Premier Inn hotel brand give it an advantage in the U.K. and a soon-to-be-profitable portfolio in Germany.
Global Hotel Alliance seeks expansion through loyalty programsThe Dubai-based Global Hotel Alliance is seeking growth in North America, levering its loyalty program, GHA Discovery.
California hotel openings hit lowest point since 2014The latest California hotel development survey from Atlas Hospitality Group shows the state had 35 new hotels open in 2024, the lowest amount since 2014.
Podcast
Mocktails, non-alcoholic drinks can elevate experiences for many hotel guestsIn this HNN podcast, Karl McElligott, food and beverage director at Olympia Hospitality, talks about the growing popularity — and number of options — of zero-proof drinks that give guests more options when dining or having a night out.Now part of open-travel area, EU members Bulgaria and Romania hope visitor numbers growHoteliers in Bulgaria and Romania hope eased travel regulations and improved connectivity with the European Union will spur more travel demand as many travelers have avoided both countries due to their proximity to Russia’s war with Ukraine.
Launch of Nifty Tourism Index puts India’s hotel industry in the spotlightIn India, the launch of the Nifty Tourism Index is showering recognition on the country’s hotel and tourism industries.
How the hotel industry changed in 2024Hotel News Now's end-of-year coverage recaps the biggest hospitality industry news of 2024.
Omni Hotels owner refinances Nashville property for $300 millionTRT Holdings, owner of the Omni Hotels & Resorts chain, refinanced the Omni Nashville Hotel for $300 million with the assistance of JLL.
How hotels can spice up their drink and food menus in the new yearKimpton's annual Culinary and Cocktail Trend Forecast features the classic martini and black tahini on its list for 2025.
Featured
5 things to know
5 things to know
Headlines for Jan. 31
Analytics
College football playoff, inauguration events drive hotel demand in Atlanta and DC
Analytics
Design & Construction
Tapping Avana for a co-lending program, IHG hopes to spark American hotel growth
Design & Construction
HNN Video
HNN Video
Brands
Labor challenges, other woes still weigh on hospitality industry
Brands
5 things to know
5 things to know
Analytics
Compressed market allows for higher rates
Analytics
Podcast
Podcast
Analytics
Tell Me More podcasters discuss the effects of wildfires, inflation and hurricanes
Analytics
Operations
Brands leverage artificial intelligence to go beyond today's simple, automated conversations
Operations
Hospitality
Acore buys The Line in Washington's Adams Morgan neighborhood
Hospitality
Design & Construction
Pantone's Mocha Mousse represents shift to calming palette
Design & Construction
Sale
Deal follows investment giant’s recent retail portfolio acquisition in SoHo
Sale
Operations
Craig Smith talks about path forward with new ownership
Operations
Brands
Here’s a Live Overview of What’s Happening in the Market Today
Brands
International News
Spain
Demand for resorts differs in Europe versus in the Caribbean
Spain
Podcast
Podcast
Japan
Hotel tax in Kyoto unlikely to influence overall tourism
Japan
Monaco
Head sommelier Patrice Frank oversees the Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer’s wine collection
Monaco
United Kingdom
Whitebridge Hospitality execs say 2025 could be another 'bonkers' year
United Kingdom
Romania
Countries fully joined Schengen area on Jan. 1
Romania
India
Executives of India's hotel companies hope for greater recognition for travel and tourism countrywide
India
Interview
Interview
France
CEO of extended-stay hotel business talks to Business Immo about the company's plans
France
Podcast
Podcast
South Korea
Asia-Pacific markets see trends stabilized to end 2024
South Korea
France
Individual property deals and portfolio swaps were more prevalent than 2023
France
United Kingdom
Buybacks strategically add value to shares and hotel metrics
United Kingdom
France
Law causes hoteliers to scramble for government-subsidized eco-certification
France
Thailand
Thailand-based Minor acquired global Spanish hotel brand in 2018
Thailand
Australia
Australian hotel owners discover the nuances of franchising brands
Australia
Malaysia
Both properties in Malaysia's capital managed by Banyan Tree
Malaysia
The CEOs of major hotel brand and management companies speaking at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit said they believe the new Trump administration can benefit the hotel industry, but they're hoping it will focus on economic growth.
AI everywhere all at once: How further adoption 'will change everything' in hotels
Looking at 2025 technology trends for the hotel and hospitality industry means confronting the huge impact expected from artificial intelligence.
Podcast
Journey to ownership: How these medical professionals made their move into hotels
Bruce and Kameko Burdine joined the Next Gen in Lodging podcast to discuss how they got into hotel ownership after starting with short-term rentals.
Podcast
Europe's hotel markets to weather supply changes, thinner calendar of events
Europe's events calendar in 2025 stands little chance of mirroring that of 2024, which included the Olympics in Paris and the European Football Championships across Germany.
US hotel industry heads into 2025 with fewer unknowns
Editors recap the second day of the 2025 Americas Lodging Investment Summit with takeaways, quotables and more highlights from the event.
Rockbridge appoints Mike Deitemeyer to executive team
Former Aimbridge Hospitality President and CEO Mike Deitemeyer is joining hotel owner, developer and operator Rockbridge Holdings and will lead its luxury lifestyle hotel development.
Featured
5 things to know
5 things to know
Headlines for Jan. 31
Analytics
College football playoff, inauguration events drive hotel demand in Atlanta and DC
Analytics
Design & Construction
Tapping Avana for a co-lending program, IHG hopes to spark American hotel growth
Design & Construction
HNN Video
HNN Video
Brands
Labor challenges, other woes still weigh on hospitality industry
Brands
5 things to know
5 things to know
Analytics
Compressed market allows for higher rates
Analytics
Podcast
Podcast
Analytics
Tell Me More podcasters discuss the effects of wildfires, inflation and hurricanes
Analytics
Operations
Brands leverage artificial intelligence to go beyond today's simple, automated conversations
Operations
Hospitality
Acore buys The Line in Washington's Adams Morgan neighborhood
Hospitality
Design & Construction
Pantone's Mocha Mousse represents shift to calming palette
Design & Construction
Sale
Deal follows investment giant’s recent retail portfolio acquisition in SoHo
Sale
Operations
Craig Smith talks about path forward with new ownership
Operations
Brands
Here’s a Live Overview of What’s Happening in the Market Today
Brands
International News
Spain
Demand for resorts differs in Europe versus in the Caribbean
Spain
Podcast
Podcast
Japan
Hotel tax in Kyoto unlikely to influence overall tourism
Japan
Monaco
Head sommelier Patrice Frank oversees the Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer’s wine collection
Monaco
United Kingdom
Whitebridge Hospitality execs say 2025 could be another 'bonkers' year
United Kingdom
Romania
Countries fully joined Schengen area on Jan. 1
Romania
India
Executives of India's hotel companies hope for greater recognition for travel and tourism countrywide
India
Interview
Interview
France
CEO of extended-stay hotel business talks to Business Immo about the company's plans
France
Podcast
Podcast
South Korea
Asia-Pacific markets see trends stabilized to end 2024
South Korea
France
Individual property deals and portfolio swaps were more prevalent than 2023
France
United Kingdom
Buybacks strategically add value to shares and hotel metrics
United Kingdom
France
Law causes hoteliers to scramble for government-subsidized eco-certification
France
Thailand
Thailand-based Minor acquired global Spanish hotel brand in 2018
Thailand
Australia
Australian hotel owners discover the nuances of franchising brands
Australia
Malaysia
Both properties in Malaysia's capital managed by Banyan Tree
Malaysia
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