Oklahoma’s state capital has a diverse base of demand drivers that help insulate it from
Hoteliers may rest assured that even if CPI growth picks up—using history as a guide&mdas
Hotel owners and operators get creative as guests’ breakfast tastes and expectations chan
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Ashford spinning off
Ashford Hospitality Trust is spinning off its highest RevPAR hotels with the creation of A
Total revenue for the U.S. hotel industry reached an estimated $162.8 billion, according to the
A quick renovation period relies on the relationship between the hotelier, the contractor and t
Even though he heads a public company, Ashford Hospitality Trust Chairman and CEO Monty Bennett
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • All OTK nominees vot
Looking at all chain-scale segments, most markets across the U.S. saw an average profit change
Whether it’s leading a traveler from one market to the next or protecting the integrity o
Boomerang Hotels CEO Brendan Watters says the company is targeting key product types and region
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Report: Strategic Ho
Exclusive relationships with nearby facilities, such as restaurants, spa or golf courses, targe
Committed group occupancy during the third quarter is up only 0.1% compared to the transient se
Denihan Hospitality Group plans to focus expansion on urban locations in key gateway markets in
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Execs expect more ac
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was down 1.9% to 67.1%; ADR increased 1.5% to $10
Hotel company leaders speaking at the NYU Investment Conference believe conditions are rig
The U.S. hotel industry is still bifurcated. While the top 25 markets post record returns, hote
Ask Arne Sorenson for his top priority as president and CEO of Marriott International, and his
The one-day summit generated thought-provoking commentary on the changing behavior of the world
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Omni buys 5 resorts
Omni will continue to grow its brand and will announce additional acquisitions soon, Chief Mark
Best Western’s descriptor strategy is paying off in improved performance and brand image,
The results of the proxy fight between Morgans and OTK Associates won’t officially be kno
As guests’ eating habits evolve, some hoteliers are reevaluating their F&B offerings
Of all the nations facing economic hurdles, the U.S. is in the best position to recover, econom
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Survey: UK vacatione
The mood at last week’s NYU Investment Conference was both buoyant and reserved. That&rsq
In this week's roundup of news from the Americas region: STR and STR Global reports pe
The role of hotel branding and franchising companies continues to evolve as soft brands be
The new economy brand designed to appeal to cost-conscious millennials will have approximately
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Survey: Women do mos
While there are glimmers of hope, getting a luxury hotel project off the ground is a difficult
Major hotel franchisors are developing different strategies for marketing their brands.
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR: Early May data
Hoteliers are wise to anticipate the needs of the next generation of travelers but not at the e
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 1.3% to 60.3%; ADR rose 4.1% to $104.83; a
The hold period for the 25 La Quinta properties acquired by NewcrestImage will be short as the
Executives on a panel at the NYU Investment Conference said the hotel industry should continue
Female executives from different segments of the hospitality industry shared their strategies f
Morgans Hotel Group CEO Michael Gross said the current board of directors is “100% commit
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Affluents will lead
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 0.8% to 69.3%; ADR was up 0.9% to CA$134.07;
Top-level executives participating on a panel at the NYU Investment Conference discussed s
The market’s occupancy rose 16.9% to 70.9%; its ADR jumped 26.6% to $98.22; and its&
Once-dominant full-service flags are facing increased competition from their select-service cou
The idea that the New York Hilton Midtown would have the audacity to drop room service is inter
A report detailing “elaborate” expenses at a 2010 training event for the embattled
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Report: First US AC
Hotel brand and management companies need to be flexible to reflect local needs and the structu
Included in this month’s roundup of news from Europe: Lender nixes HPT, NH Hoteles deal;
Unions often dampen profitability at hotels—especially those with a heavy F&B compone
Many global hotel companies are turning to Turkey, and especially Istanbul, for expansion oppor
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Positive industry ou
A panel of hotel company CEOs looked beyond China and India to other parts of Asia, Latin Ameri
The marginal increase in supply in the U.S. hotel sector isn’t a threat and hotel values
As property operations return to pre-recession levels, it seems like a good time to improve the
F&B used to be viewed as a liability. Now hoteliers are rebalancing their offerings to sati
Owners, operators, brokers and lenders gathered at the Marriott Marquis in Manhattan to network
With a second U.S. opening announced Monday, Virgin Hotels also is looking at global expansion
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Details on Marriott&
Marriott executive Brian King said the design-led brand will meet an underserved need in the se
Shifts in demographics of smartphone users should spur hoteliers to review their mobile technol
Management and development company Magnolia Hotels is lean, mean and looking to grow, said CEO
Investors used to discount F&B in the underwriting process, but now these outlets are contr
A forgotten line item no more, food and beverage is emerging as a key driver of hotel profitabi
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • National park hotels
Orlando International Airport is rolling out an automated I-94 Customs form that will expedite
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 1.3% to 67.8%; ADR rose 4.9% to $110.89; a
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy fell 0.9% to 65%; ADR was up 1.1% to CA$133.13; a
Operating hotels within a national or state park can be challenging because of their
The dual-branded hotel concept now includes splitting an existing hotel into two properties and
Chris Nassetta, president and CEO of Hilton Worldwide, discussed the “cultural revolution
Luxury Hospitality 2013, a one-day conference that will take place in Lausanne, Switz
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Wyndham signs deal f
From Dubai to Nigeria to Ethiopia, the Middle East/Africa region has potential to cha
Non-hotel brands like Nobu and Virgin are capitalizing on personalized experiences and nic
As consumers become more savvy, they can quickly decipher what platforms and channels offer the
The company is determined to reinforce its position in the upscale segment, said Christophe Lan
The first location is under development in Manhattan, and a second location will follow in West
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Commune launches val
STR Analytics launched the Pulse Report, an all-new report that helps hoteliers understand a pr
A combination of developers are building the first location in Manhattan and a second loca
Included in this roundup of news from the Middle East/Africa region: Qatar plans $5.5-billion f
With a speedway located in the Rocky Mountains as a back drop, participants at the annual Track
Next week’s court case pitting the U.S. against Apple has similar models and potenti
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • John Q. Hammons dies
Hoteliers should embrace sports group consumers to keep this growing base of demand coming back
With his passing at age 94, John Q. Hammons will be remembered for the many hotels and innovati
Determining pricing strategies can be difficult, but it’s important for hoteliers to use
Battered by perceptions of security problems, Mexico is trying to rebuild the country’s t
94-year-old John Q. Hammons died Sunday in Springfield, Missouri, according to the John Q. Hamm
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Travel industry laud
Occupancy was up 1.3% to 66.8%, ADR was up 3.8% to $110.86 and RevPAR increased 5.2% to $7
A quick rebound from the recession makes Milwaukee a popular target for hotel developers.
Many hoteliers are engaging in a neglectful act that could take minutes to rectify.
This list of terms is meant to be an ongoing resource within the ever-changing hotel industry.<
View the latest results from the Q1 hotel earnings season.
The outlook for future business activity in the U.S. hotel industry increased 0.2% during April
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • HIL: US hotel outloo
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy fell 0.8% to 65.2%, ADR was up 1.3% to CAD$131.94 and
Overall, the U.S. hotel industry’s occupancy was up 1.3% to 66.8%, ADR rose 3.8% to $110.
Japan’s Fujita Kanko plans to expand its Gracery and Washington brands as the country&rsq
Negotiations between OTAs and suppliers are more complex today because of demand swin
Though still in its infancy, India’s hotel industry is fueled by sophisticated revenue-ma
Paul Whetsell backed into the hotel industry. Just as quickly, he almost was beaten out of it.<
To capitalize on the growing middle class in China, hoteliers should look to social media.
As of Wednesday, no hotels in Moore, Oklahoma, were reported closed after an EF-5 tor
Three markets in the Europe region achieved RevPAR increases of 15% or more during the month of
The Asia/Pacific region’s occupancy ended the month with a 0.5% decrease to 68.6%; its&nb
The region reported a 3.4% increase in occupancy to 65.7%; a 0.7% increase in ADR to $171.
Following the downturn, Hostmark executives said they’re back to the more normal cycle of
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR Global reports A
The region reported a 3.5% increase in occupancy to 63.8%; a 3.4% rise in ADR to $112.31;
When working with meeting planners, hoteliers need to offer options, alternatives, expertise an
The travel industry in the Middle East is relying on e-commerce to open its borders to a more d
Hotels outside Moore, Oklahoma, are filling with displaced residents and emergency crews. Offic
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Residents seek refug
Overall, the U.S. hotel industry’s occupancy rose 3.5% to 63.8%; its ADR was up 3.8%
A company’s performance is the result of the actions of all of its employees, proving tha
Ground will break on at least six Cambria Suites hotels this year, and Choice hopes to have 30
The U.S. hotel development pipeline is heating up. The question is whether too much hotel const
In this week's roundup of news from the Asia/Pacific region: Manila is growing fast; global
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR and Tourism Econ
Performance was sluggish during the first three months of the year but don’t put too much
Even as supply slowly increases, the beginning of 2013 is showing strong signs of growth for th
Total industry revenue levels topped an estimated $162 billion, according to STR Analytics'
Now in its golden years, the Swedish hotel company is looking to steal share through expansion,
The company is looking for equity partners that share Waterford’s culture, goal
F&B is necessary for hotel companies not only to provide a positive guest experience but al
There’s an infection running rampant in your hotel, and, if cultivated wisely, can prove
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Report: US deals on
Platforms that allow travelers to book properties from private, residential property owners hav
Guests will book a hotel that has a strong online presence and will return to the hotel if it t
GM Ronald Maidens at the Best Western Premier Petion-Ville works to make a difference in the li
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 0.1% to 62.7%; ADR rose 3.7% to $109.93; a
The Baird/STR Hotel Stock Index reported a 0.4% increase in April to 2,784. Year-to-date 2013,
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR: US weekly resul
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 0.3% to 64.3%; ADR was up 1.7% to CA$132.58;
The market’s occupancy rose 20.9% to 80.6%; its ADR jumped 56.5% to $150.59; and its
Airlift remains a big challenge for the Caribbean region, but things remain positive for h
Primarily a West Coast player, a newly revamped Red Lion looks to expand to airport and univers
Choice’s technology team has identified three trends it hopes to capitalize on durin
Hoteliers must navigate the Americans with Disabilities Act on at least two main fronts: employ
Much maligned for kicking the can down the road, the extenders-and-pretenders are now primed to
Business activity in U.S. hotels increased in April, according to e-forecasting.com’s Hot
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Choice earmarks $40m
Comp sets might be vital, but other levels of aggregation can also reveal interesting insights
Houston’s expanding energy sector and booming job market is piquing hoteliers’ inte
The company is giving away free PMS property management systems to hotels converting to Magnuso
Choice joins other franchisors that are kicking in funds from their balance sheets to accelerat
The Middle East/Africa hotel development pipeline comprises 492 hotels totaling 120,345 rooms,
The Europe hotel development pipeline comprises 814 hotels totaling 134,912 rooms, according to
The Asia/Pacific hotel development pipeline comprises 1,804 hotels totaling 387,179 rooms, acco
A viable weekly revenue meeting should involve four structured components, not last longer than
While the mood in the Caribbean hotel industry is optimistic, challenges remain for hoteliers i
Hunter Hotel Advisors announced the sale of the 120-room Hilton Garden Inn in Greenville, South
The Chinese economy hotel chain opened 82 hotels in the first quarter, all but eight are manage
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR, STR Global rele
The total active U.S. hotel development pipeline comprises 2,700 projects totaling 319,482 room
The Central/South America hotel development pipeline comprises 242 hotels totaling 37,506 rooms
The Caribbean/Mexico hotel development pipeline comprises 124 hotels totaling 20,676 rooms, acc
China’s economic slowdown forced Home Inns & Hotel Management into a state of modest
In this week's roundup of news from the Americas region: STR reports Q1 results; HVS examin
Finding a great manager requires good planning, an understanding of qualifications and identify
Hospitality development might be a key factor in Haiti’s struggle to emerge from its econ
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Early ETP adopters a
For property-level hoteliers, Expedia’s new program that allows guests to book on Expedia
The reality of the U.S. hotel industry is that most owners stay with the same affiliation, be i
While most of the country’s industries were hit severely by the crisis, France remains on
Africa’s most populous country boasts an expanding economy, hot markets and several hotel
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR: Early April dat
Hotel lenders are finding imaginative ways to get deals done, panelists said during Meet the Mo
If Dubai is on the cutting edge of the hotel industry, then the future looks exceedingly bright
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was down 0.6% to 62.7%; ADR rose 2.7% to $110.14;
The REIT acquired the 142-room Pier House Resort and Caribbean Spa in Key West for $90 million.
To date in 2013, Meliá has added seven hotels with 1,776 rooms, and has an additional pi
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 0.9% to 64.5%; ADR was up 1.5% to CA$130.11;
The market’s ADR rose 12.3% to $179.71, its RevPAR increased 23.3% to $157.01 and its occ
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Hoteliers gear up fo
STR predicts occupancy for the summer months will rise 1% to 70%, ADR will increase 4.4% to $11
Several hoteliers report advanced bookings are up dramatically, backing up a forecast from
Mixed-use development opportunities in the Middle East are transforming the evolving hotel land
The five-brand company has 1,105 hotels in operation currently, of which 53% are franchised and
A noisy quarter in China hasn’t deterred IHG from seeing tremendous prospects in the regi
Pro forma RevPAR for the quarter increased 10.6% over 2012, driven by a pro forma ADR incr
The debt market has come a long way in just six months, financing experts said during Meet the
A lender’s objection to the debt refinancing related to the proposed $325-million in
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • CEOs outline challen
Several global hotel chains are partnering with travel bloggers who have emerged as an influent
Sunstone Hotel Investors will selectively grow its portfolio while deleveraging its balanc
The shift in timing of Easter from April into March adversely impacted RevPAR in the first
Investment activity is a bright spot in 2013 with established markets bouncing back and emergin
Global hotel leaders revealed their basic management strategies, the crucial owner-operator rel
Because of great efforts by brands, hotel managers and line-level employees, arriving at the fr
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • PKF: Guests not will
Nominee Penny Pritzker’s business ties could cast a poor light on the hotel industry.
It’s time to start viewing Google+ as more of a search-engine optimization tool and less
The company reported a 2.1% increase in occupancy to 66.4%, ADR rose 3.8% to $103.06 and RevPAR
Featured in this month’s roundup of news from Europe: Hennequin is ousted at Accor; news
This one-day nationwide simulcast conference explored hotel market intelligence on a national b
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • HVS, STR highlight 1
Strong market fundamentals in New York City present hoteliers with opportunities to find succes
The REIT saw year-over-year RevPAR increases of 5.1%, but CEO Ed Walter said a drop in governme
Uncertainty in government travel casts doubts over the Washington, D.C. hotel market.
Future convention bookings and robust leisure demand are fueling strong hotel performance in Sa
A diverse economy, new office development and the promise of a new convention center are helpin
Increases in hotel demand are outpacing supply growth in the Philadelphia market.
Strength in downtown and Santa Monica spark strong performance for the Los Angeles hotel market
Both Denver and the Rocky Mountain resort areas are experiencing growth in occupancies and aver
It might be time to buy and develop hotels in Florida due to low interest rates and availabilit
Minimal new supply is helping the Dallas hotel market recover from the recession.
REITs are leading hotel buying in Chicago, according to a presentation last week during one of
With limited new supply expected in the next two years, average rates in Atlanta show growth at
More consumers than ever before are expected to travel in the coming years, despite severa
All three major markets in Ohio have reached levels of revenue per available room that exceed t
Despite high occupancies and rates, Manhattan hotel performance has room to grow, said local ho
The HVS-STR Hotel Valuation Index forecasts continued value appreciation for U.S. hotels throug
An emerging set of new rules is exerting subtle and significant shifts in the landscape of hote
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Report: New World to
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 0.4% to 65.2%; ADR rose 3.2% to $110.19; a
Hotel industry veteran Rick Frank is on board at Pillar Hotels and Resorts to look for opportun
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Hyatt’s group
The market’s occupancy rose 7.9% to 87.3%; its ADR rose 19.6% to $185; and its RevPA
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 0.3% to 65%; ADR was up 2.5% to CA$127.51; a
Banks are back in the hotel lending business with a keen eye on adaptive reuse projects, said p
Construction costs are down and new supply is at a minimum. Financing for new construction, how
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Optimism abounds in
Executives at Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide would sell their entire owned portfolio t
Ukraine’s hoteliers have struggled to score much demand since the UEFA 2012 football cham
Whitbread wants to increase the number of rooms of its Premier Inn brand by 45% to 75,000 rooms
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Hotel transaction vo
It’s a lot harder today to climb the hotel company ladder into the CEO's office.
Executives at some of the country’s largest hotel management companies highlighted the ta
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • W brand plans global
When Starwood Hotels launched its W brand 15 years ago, little did hoteliers know what influenc
As it celebrates its 15th anniversary, Starwood Hotels' W brand has big plans for growth ou
The next wave of boutique hotel development could be in the U.S. heartland, executives said dur
The Hawaiian hotel industry is enjoying strong performance but has little hotel development in
The composite indicator, which gauges future monthly overall business conditions in the U.S. ho
Developer Bob Sonnenblick said the green movement would be an embarrassment to the hotel indust
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • US Senate appro
Full-service assets might provide more opportunity to extract value, but select-service hotels
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was down 1.2% to 64.7%; ADR rose 2.6% to $109.62;
From the desks of the HotelsNewsNow.com editorial staff: • NH Hoteles calls of
Capital abounds in the hotel market but only for those deals that meet a set list of requiremen
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy fell 2% to 62.3%; ADR was up 1.5% to CA$128.06; a
Executives from Accor, Hilton, Jinjiang, Home Inns and Wyndham said they will continue to push
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Denis Hennequin out
The region reported a 3.8% increase in occupancy to 67.1%; a 5.4% increase in ADR to
The region reported a 1.2% increase in occupancy to 58.1%; its ADR fell 1.1% to €96.3
The Asia/Pacific region’s occupancy ended the month with a 1% decrease to 70%; its A
The Americas region reported a 0.2% increase in occupancy to 63.7%; a 3.9% rise in ADR to
Rapid supply growth is leading to an influx of new brands either entering or launching in China
Mantra Group recently opened its first hotel in Asia and the hotel and resort management group
Executives from Residence Inn by Marriott and Value Place, which bookend the extended-stay segm
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • $10 billion in new h
As the Chinese markets evolve, many hoteliers face the need to reposition their hotels, often f
Most proposed hotel financing deals have to be a perfect strike for the lender to be interested
Approximately $10 billion in new hotels opened in the U.S. during 2012, according to the debut
The Boston hotel community acted with professionalism, care, compassion and an attitude of hosp
The U.S. hotel industry’s occupancy rose 0.4% to 63.7%; its ADR was up 4.2% to $110.
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Practicing preventio
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Hoteliers adapt to e
Rising wages might be giving China’s domestic travelers more discretionary income, but th
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Report: US property
The Big Easy bested its top 25 U.S.-market counterparts with double-digit growth in all three k
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 5.3% to 59.6%; ADR was up 3.8% to CA$126.88;
Hoteliers in wine regions are partnering with local wineries to appeal to leisure and business
Choosing a brand—or even whether to brand a hotel—depends on a hotel’s l
An innovative collection of hotels around the world are integrating live theatre and arts produ
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • HIP: US hotel activi
With the development of two 1,000-plus-room convention hotels and a strong cultural center
In a hotel environment filled with opportunity, investors must decide whether it’s best t
A series of deadly blasts near the finish line of Monday’s Boston Marathon forced evacuat
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Boston bombings forc
Eric Strand, VP of operations for Drury Hotels, crossed the finish line of the Boston Marathon
Failure to upgrade America’s airports, roads and bridges could hamper inbound tourism.
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • JLL: Dubai real esta
Fundraising is still a challenge, but private equity executives during the HELP confernece said
Developing markets around the world are getting into the mixed-use game with hotel-branded
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • More lenders report
More lenders are drinking from the hotel trough as fundamentals remain solid and the CMBS marke
The Caribbean/Mexico hotel development pipeline comprises 118 hotels totaling 20,015 rooms, acc
No guest request is ever impossible. Some only take longer to fulfill than others, said Alejand
The Central/South America hotel development pipeline comprises 235 hotels totaling 36,349 rooms
Canada’s hotel development pipeline comprises 203 projects totaling 22,845 rooms, accordi
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 7.7% to 63.8%; ADR rose 3.2% to $108.12; a
Global chains and hotel affiliation networks are looking more and more the same.
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR releases new US
The total active U.S. hotel development pipeline comprises 2,717 projects totaling 320,750 room
The Europe hotel development pipeline comprises 818 hotels totaling 135,115 rooms, according to
The Middle East/Africa hotel development pipeline comprises 483 hotels totaling 118,713 rooms,
The market, which hosted the NCAA Men’s Final Four basketball games on 6 April, repo
Stronger capital markets have increased the attractiveness of hotel acquisitions as more bidder
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 9.8% to 55.2%; ADR was up 3.3% to CA$124; an
The Asia/Pacific hotel development pipeline comprises 1,788 hotels totaling 385,043 rooms, acco
The recent sale of the Trump Plaza Atlantic City casino hotel in New Jersey for the bargain pri
Hotel executives continue to be bullish on China, where the national economy is picking up stea
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Examining the hotel
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is a hotbed of domestic travel demand within all price points, and&
Chicago-based investment firm Oxford Capital has made a name for itself executing complicated d
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Hyatt’s Driski
Several global hotel chains outline lofty growth targets in this month’s roundup of hotel
The Baird/STR Hotel Stock Index reported a 5.9% increase in March to 2,773.
The U.S. hotel sector will power through short-term issues, panelists said during a genera
For the most part, the U.S. hotel industry has yet to come to grips with the hard and soft cost
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • European day-use boo
With its largest shareholder gearing up for a proxy battle, Morgans Hotel Group Company inked a
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Starwood Hotels coul
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was down 3.9% to 62%; ADR rose 3.2% to $109.63; a
The U.S. hotel industry reported a RevPAR decrease during Easter week, the first weekly RevPAR
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR reports US, Cana
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy fell 9.7% to 54.9%; ADR was down 1.5% to CA$121.9
The Easter holiday's calendar shift caused a decrease in demand for hotel rooms in the U.S.
A surge in demand for low-cost accommodation in Indonesia has kicked hotel development int
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Hotel lenders show i
Hotels connected to airport terminals enjoy higher occupancies and rates than those located nea
Germany's stable economy has lenders feeling more comfortable about providing loans to
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Morgans clears debt,
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Rising interest rate
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Study: Sale prices f
Four panelists at a Hunter Hotel Conference session represented separate styles of hotel invest
There is a clear correlation between the quality of infrastructure, the traveler’s experi
Javier Friera Acebal got hooked on hospitality while waiting on England’s royal family du
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR: US hotels post
Occupancy and ADR also increased during the week ending 23 March, according to STR data.
Hoteliers are reaping strong returns in Dubai, but elsewhere throughout the Gulf Cooperation Co
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Marriott loses appea
In two years, Hilton Worldwide has seen the Europe, Middle/East and Africa region grow to 15% o
The Atlanta event creates a learning environment to reinforce several key points of discussion
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • IHG to offer free In
Data presentations during the Hunter Hotel Conference offer optimism for the future of the
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR Global releases
Hoteliers during the Hunter Hotel Conference at the Marriott Marquis in Atlanta discuss the fin
With few viable options, investors are looking to put their money to work in the hotel sector,
A combination of liquidity in the marketplace, low interest rates and favorable supply and dema
The country’s hotel market might be experiencing a performance slump, but interest from f
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Marriott’s Sor
A panel of hotel company CEOs at the Hunter Hotel Conference forecasted strong industry perform
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 1.4% to 66.6%; ADR rose 4.5% to $112.05; a
Hoteliers during Day Two of the Hunter Hotel Conference outlined the challenges and opportuniti
As GM of the Montage Beverly Hills, Hermann Elger blends old-world refinement with casual elega
The R.W. Baird/STR Hotel Stock Index is up 6.7% year to date despite wheelbarrows full of polit
Hoteliers’ outlooks on opposite sides of the pond could not be more different.
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Optimism abounds at
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 1.6% to 60.7%; ADR was up 1.7% to CA$124.46;
Pessimism has gripped Spain, where hoteliers predict a slump during the key Easter week holiday
Panelists at the 25th annual Hunter Hotel Conference said the hotel industry will face issues a
There’s no shortage of black swans circling the hotel sector, but performance has risen a
While most of the optimism from ALIS remains, sequestration and the lack of group business grow
Hotels in the market posted double-digit gains in both metrics, including a 25.4% increase in R
Nearly 1,000 owners, operators, brokers and lenders gathered at the Marriott Marquis in Atlanta
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • PKF-HR forecasts pro
Hotel companies employ a variety of strategies to attract the best and brightest into sales car
Anchoring a hotel to a shopping center allows operators to target a wide audience of consumers
An analysis of more than 7,900 closed properties reveals interesting trends regarding age, chai
With 775,000 rooms in the global hotel pipeline, the looming requirements for staffing are enor
The fast-moving mobile world can feel like the Wild West, but that doesn’t mean revenue m
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • KSL buys 27-hotel Ma
KSL is planning a significant brand investment and hotel expansion program in the UK, as well a
In this week's roundup of news from the Americas region: STR and STR Global release America
The real stories in the hotel industry come from the street-corner owners and operators more th
One-off deals will always be Wyndham Hotel Group’s bread and butter, said CEO Eric Danzig
Cautious owners and GMs hope Country Inns & Suites’ new design prototype will drive p
New CEO Federico Gonzalez Tejera took quick action to stem the bleeding at NH Hoteles. Now he&r
Expecting to generate significant cash over the next three years, Starwood Hotels & Resorts
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Country Inns aims fo
In an effort to attract business travelers and a younger demographic, executives at Country Inn
After spending the first two years of his tenure focused primarily on the hotel brand’s i
A hotel is only as good as the people who work there. Encouraging team members to concentrate o
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Revel changes leader
With a growing number of displaced and homeless people, emergency shelter programs are seeking
There’s a big difference between addressing what’s urgent and what’s importan
User reviews, friends’ insights and social media are beginning to play an increasingly im
Having increased its share of the branded market from 3% in 2000 to 18% in 2010, the U.K.&rsquo
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Report: Switzerland
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 0.8% to 60.1%; ADR was up 1.9% to CA$135.85; and&
As the deadline for implementation approaches, some hoteliers are still searching for answers o
The global economy is a scary place, but hoteliers need not fear shocks—provide
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 1.2% to 62.7%; ADR rose 4.6% to $109.55; a
After years of inactivity, Vienna’s sparse global branded 5-star hotel presence will inte
Tech-savvy hoteliers should be on the lookout for established tactics such as specific targetin
Hoteliers should spend less time squawking about fake reviews and more time embracing the best
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Business travelers b
InterContinental Hotels Group opened 39 hotels during 2012 and signed an additional 48, said Ro
The Middle East/Africa hotel development pipeline comprises 491 hotels totaling 120,524 rooms,
The Europe hotel development pipeline comprises 850 hotels totaling 140,459 rooms, according to
The Asia/Pacific hotel development pipeline comprises 1,780 hotels totaling 380,902 rooms, acco
PhoCusWright’s Carroll Rheem discussed key European consumer travel trends ranging from s
Positive economic predictions abound, but there’s nothing positive about the bubble
After a lengthy hiatus and despite ongoing volatility, hotel investors of all shapes and sizes
The Hotel Industry Pulse index was flat during February, which suggests a stagnation in growth
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • CCRA: Spring global
In this month’s roundup of news from Europe: Marriott, Yoo launch new brands; NH Hoteles
The total active U.S. hotel development pipeline comprises 2,728 projects totaling 320,397 room
The Central/South America hotel development pipeline comprises 236 hotels totaling 36,548 rooms
The Caribbean/Mexico hotel development pipeline comprises 124 hotels totaling 20,444 rooms, acc
The U.S. sequestration is cutting into hotels’ government-related business, one of the mo
The company's integration of Motel 168 remains on track and further improvements in Re
The Baird/STR Hotel Stock Index reported a 0.5% increase in February to 2,619. The index ended
ADR ramp up is occurring more slowly in “low tier” Chinese cities, executives said
Hoteliers point to a growing number of demand drivers leading to a healthy pipeline of renovati
The 2% hike in payroll taxes isn’t affecting the hotel industry as much as it is the reta
STR Global’s Elizabeth Randall Winkle led a panel of developers and brokers in a 40-minut
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR: February prelim
HotelNewsNow.com caught up with a diverse group of six hotel owners who discussed how they
Hotel development is a slow process in Haiti, but experts believe the country has potential for
Having a prepared plan for managing a social media crisis can make all the difference, sources
For hotel GMs to be successful in today’s world, they need to focus on relationship build
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 2% to 61%; ADR rose 4.3% to $107.18; and&n
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Forward-looking data
Traditional suburban brands are now eyeing locations such as Chicago and Manhattan to
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 3.1% to 59.2%; ADR was up 1.5% to CA$128.06;
Getting a hotel off the ground is difficult enough. But what about developing an enti
Hotel companies announced a bevy of deals and developments during the International Hotel Inves
Business interactions via technology will never replace the value or ROI of being face to face
As GM of the Hyatt Regency Mexico City, Kurt Straub believes being a GM provides opportunities
This month's roundup of news from the technology sector: Mobi
Travel marketing and advertising experts say companies such as Apple, Amazon, Facebook, Microso
As Facebook moves further down the demand funnel from awareness to conversion, it's moving
Hotel technology experts discuss ways the industry can move beyond connectivity and begin using
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Cost more important
In a post-recessionary climate, hoteliers are focusing on the more palatable notions of health
Ireland reported RevPAR increases of 11.8% to €60.30 ($78.45) for the 12-months to January
The Shanghai-based company plans to more than double its portfolio to 2,500 hotels by 2021.
For the full year 2012, the occupancy rate for all China Lodging hotels was 94%, two percentage
A trio of recently appointed hotel CEOs shared strategies for their respective companies during
If hoteliers want to sell more of their products or services, they need to explore different wa
Construction costs are rising as hotel developers prepare for a building boom expected to
Hotel owners, operators and investors gathered at the International Hotel Investment Forum in B
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Swell of portfolio s
In this roundup of news from Middle East/Africa: The world’s tallest hotel opens in Dubai
The association facilitates workgroups of voluntary hoteliers and suppliers who donate their ti
Several state legislatures are providing economic incentives to hotel owners who need assistanc
Leaders of developed nations are beginning to understand the role of travel and tourism in econ
A number of hotel portfolios were dealt during the past two weeks, and hotel investors and
The new 3-star brand will be developed by Inter Hospitality, a subsidiary of Inter Ikea, which
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Marriott, IKEA paren
Tour de Data, hosted by STR Analytics and the STR family of companies, is making its next stop
Panelists debated the value of hotel brands during an opening session at the International
The San Diego hotel market has many demand drivers, and in recent years the city has become a g
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group executives look to enhance the guest satisfaction, brand perception
Two pending legal actions have the potential to mar the hotel industry’s generally positi
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Starwood, Marriott i
Carlson Companies CEO Trudy Rautio addresses key issues facing the company and the overall indu
The ability to share guest data across a single platform is leading most of the large hotel bra
Paris hotels report consistently solid performance, making it a safe bet for investors around t
Mixed-use development has evolved in recent years to feature retail, restaurants, vacation owne
The REIT is positioning its assets to take advantage of the industry’s peak cash flow yea
The REIT’s President and COO John Murray said the potential deal could help further the c
The buyers, who will take the company private, are a consortium of new investors including Carl
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • American Hotel Incom
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 1.3% to 61.7%; ADR rose 3.4% to $107.40; a
Leading hotel chief information officers and chief technology officers discuss key topics such
Hotel companies hatch diverse plans to grow their businesses as industry fundamentals remain st
What is the key to winning one of Forbes Travel Guide's recently announced star award ratin
The hotel REIT landscape is too crowded and RLJ Lodging Trust will look to fuel consolidation w
Chairman and CEO Monty Bennett was reticent on the REIT’s plans for the future, although
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • NH sells 20% stake t
The market’s occupancy rose 10.5% to 77.9%; its ADR increased 9.5% to $123.32; and i
Industry leaders identify a trend in changing investor profiles as the financing climate for ho
Katherine Lugar says her experience at a retail industry association prepared her for the chall
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Diana Nelson to assu
As the full implementation of the Affordable Care Act draws closer, hotel owners and operators
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Whitbread reports qu
La Quinta Inns & Suites has entered into development agreements to debut the brand in Hondu
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Tenacity drives the
Companies are engaging in alternative recruitment strategies to find GMs who possess strong lea
With less group business on the books in the U.S., hoteliers are attempting to steal share thro
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Carey Watermark acqu
When Javed Ali first joined the Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi, he was embarrassed by the proper
The market’s occupancy was up 14.5% to 75.9%; ADR rose 21.7% to $113.27; and its Rev
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • 43 European hotels c
The U.S. capital achieved double-digit growth in both metrics, including a 25.8% increase in Re
While not back yet to record levels, hotel occupancies are improving in Las Vegas. However, ave
Hotel real estate experts debate whether a long-term infusion of private equity capital—w
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Accor, Marriott, Fel
With an improving economy and more investment options, Mexico’s hotel industry is seeing
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • IHG RevPAR up 5% in
The equivalent to REITs in the U.S., FIBRAs have an important impact on the transactions m
Muted levels of new hotel construction probably account for few hotel brand introductions.
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Ryman CEO shares col
The upscale Hilton brand opened 49 hotels during 2012. The next 12 months promise to bring
Executives speaking at the Mexico Hotel & Tourism Investment Conference are looking forward
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • RevPAR recovery elud
Whether scouting for talent in Major League Baseball or repurchasing company stock, potential i
Many major U.S. markets have yet to reach their previous peaks in RevPAR, according to an STR A
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Extended stay posts
The market's occupancy was up 2.5% to 68.9%; ADR jumped 71.7% to $224.05; and RevPAR grew 7
Hoteliers in New Orleans are cashing in on Mardi Gras and the Super Bowl, but which event gener
Hotel management companies are hiring, with several attributing their growth to an increase in
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Nylo Hotels on a str
Small boutique brand Nylo Hotels looks to grow its portfolio through conversions and
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Choice Hotels eyes a
Hotel executives need to be nimble and creative as they maneuver through a political and econom
As chairman and CEO of design firm Gettys, Roger Hill is in a unique position to observe shifts
After a 248% increase in deal volume during 2012, the Scandinavian hotel transaction market is
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Virgin’s portf
With its first property nearing the finish line and another announcement on the way, Virgin Hot
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Payroll tax hike dea
Preet Inder Singh had dreams of studying geology in Antarctica until a detour funneled him into
The 2% payroll tax hike that went into effect earlier this year could cause hotel consumer sati
Jim Amorosia has Blackstone’s buy-in—and some hefty expectations—as he attemp
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • U.S. weekly performa
The market's occupancy rose 24.5% to 71.1%; its ADR jumped 125.9% to $289.03; and its RevPA
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Katie Taylor steps d
The resignation of Four Seasons CEO Kathleen Taylor narrows the number of women executives who
With quality urban assets largely picked over, some REITs are expanding beyond their traditiona
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Financial incentives
Franchisors increasingly are floating key money, sliver equity and performance guarantees to in
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Special report: &ldq
CEOs from Spain’s largest hotel chains, including Meliá Hotels International, NH H
Hoteliers are developing packages, programs and amenities that cater to the wants—and wal
Using the philosophy of answering the door when opportunity knocks, HotelNewsNow.com welcomes r
Despite shifts in the meetings industry to accommodate shrinking budgets and time-starved profe
Group demand has not recovered at the pace of transient demand, becoming less concentrated in t
2012 wasn’t a kind year for Washington, D.C.’s group meetings market. But planned i
Despite the economy’s recent toll on meetings bookings, a recent JLL report points to Rev
Hoteliers discuss best practices to combat a trend toward smaller and shorter meetings.
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • TravelClick: Q1 comm
Some REIT executives during ALIS said it’s a good time to buy while others cited a rising
The struggling ESA chain received a jolt of energy from former Starbucks CEO Jim Donald, who is
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Super Bowl boost pro
Although Switzerland has faced setbacks, the country’s hoteliers are hopeful 2013 wi
Hoteliers in the Big Easy project packed houses and strong rates for Super Bowl weekend.
The market’s occupancy rose 16.4% to 74.7%; its ADR increased 15.6% to $129.64; and
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Drury tops Market Me
With an anticipated end to decades-old travel embargos, Cuba’s undersupplied hotel indust
The key to long-term success lies in an efficient cost structure, customer loyalty and establis
The global tourism industry shows no signs of slowing after topping the 1-billion mark last yea
With solid underlying fundamentals in the hotel industry, the 2,500 attendees of ALIS had a pos
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • IREFAC shares invest
IREFAC closed ALIS with a candid discussion about popular trends in near-term hotel investment,
Executives highlighted performance in some of the country’s hottest hotel markets during
The country’s hotel sector suffered during 2012 despite a few bright spots from key marke
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Scotland hotel returns ou
From the sky-is-falling hysteria to rose-colored-glasses-skewed euphoria, attendees at ALIS hav
During ALIS, a panel of executives from hotel brands debated the potential for hotel oversatura
Things are looking up for the resort segment, where demand increases and loosening debt are spu
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Red Lion plans new brand
Executives from some of the country’s largest management companies said they’re exp
The market’s occupancy rose 20.2% to 57.7%; its ADR was up 31.6% to $169.66; and its RevP
Five years after the industry’s worst downturn on record, data shows hotels are nearly ba
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR revises 2013, 2014 fo
Rapid development and unpredictable shifts in market dynamics are only two hurdles facing inves
A look back at STR’s “Market Forecast Reports” shows generally little varianc
Breaking news and headlines from the Americas Lodging Investment Summit at LA Live in Los Angel
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • IHG to receive $31m in li
The country’s GDP slowdown is taking its toll on the hotel industry, where executives at
An annual Thayer Ventures event in advance of ALIS was a win-win for both the technology compan
Brands are playing an increasingly important role in India’s crowded hotel landscape, exe
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • China’s economy exi
Travel and tourism accounted for 6% of India’s total GDP—a percentage that will onl
One huge challenge kept popping up in my discussions with executives and property-level manager
For every opportunity exists a challenge in this burgeoning hotel industry, according to speake
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Host sells Atlanta Marrio
Brand executives are keen to expand their footprints in emergent India, according to sources at
Miami’s ADR rose 22.1% to $223.78; its RevPAR was up 26.7% to $182.23; and its occupancy
An influx of supply is thwarting demand growth in the emerging market, according to sources at
A regional snapshot of hotels opened in 2012 and expected openings in 2013.
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • JLL: Global commercial re
The best way to capitalize on marketing efforts is for hoteliers to develop a two-pronged appro
Healthy gains in ADR have made development of mid-tier assets financially feasible in the heavi
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Host still pursuing other
Several Western hotel companies are introducing new hotel amenities and services to attract the
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Koger, Host lawsuit settl
A $3-billion, five-project theme-park development in the emirate could spark as many as 100 new
Emerging markets globally are improving roads and railways as hotel development executives look
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR: Preliminary Dec
What can hoteliers learn from Starbucks? When it comes to social media, quite a lot.
The U.S. hotel industry has potential for epic appreciation and is poised to increase ADR above
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • New York’s str
New York's ADR rose 39.7% to $264.51; its RevPAR jumped 66.8% to $207.22; and its occupancy
Visitors from countries including China, Japan and South Korea are boosting performance of hote
Hotel management agreements should balance the rights of both owners and operators.
Russia boasts 13 cities with more than 1 million residents, although leveraging so much untappe
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • JLLH: Global deal vo
Many hotel brands are realizing high rates of return on marketing campaigns that target emergin
Obstacles exist amid mixed-use development, but sources say the rewards can be well worth the r
Stagnant supply coupled with increases in overall room demand resulted in improved industry-wid
Though metrics are up and fundamentals have returned, there still exists a large pool of distre
With the financing market still recovering, developers are working with smaller footprints to g
Development in the country’s booming hotel industry is outpacing training of the skilled
A continually high supply pipeline coupled with ongoing delays in opening a new airport are app
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Bain Capital invests
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Spain’s Parado
Victims from Superstorm Sandy are being displaced from their hotels, as operators struggle to a
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Maldives hoteliers h
Associates left no stones unturned during a recent operations meeting I attended at the Hilton
Now that U.S. lawmakers have averted an economic disaster by approving a tax deal, the hotel in
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • US fiscal cliff aver
Brand executives highlighted the top challenges and opportunities for the year ahead.
Although Canada's economy is strong, sources point to the lack of global demand growth for
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Big brands discuss s
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Analysts assign grad
HotelNewsNow.com reached out to several analysts for their evaluation of some of the most notab
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • US hotels pushed for
Despite persisting negative headlines, the U.S. hotel industry continued to post strong and ste
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Pinnacle to buy Amer
Hoteliers are cashing in on the fervor surrounding a Mayan prophecy that calls for the end of t
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • PKF: Uncertainty clo
The market’s occupancy jumped 18% to 57.5%; its ADR was up 23.3% to $95.98; and its&
The segment posted the largest increases in occupancy and RevPAR for the month, according to ST
As various technologies make it easier to collect, share, analyze and use consumer data, compan
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • India’s DLF ag
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Deloitte: Optimism f
For a look behind the scenes of operating a convention hotel, follow HotelNewsNow.com’s S
As hotels consider opt-out alternatives, hoteliers need to be careful not to commoditize the ho
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • IATA forecasts trave
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Brand.com, OTA chann
An annual list of the top 50 best places to work features only one hotel company, meaning there
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • PKF forecasts strong
A comparison of how the nation’s two coasts are recovering might foreshadow future perfor
The market’s ADR rose 44% to $211.34; its RevPAR jumped 64.9% to $183.07; and its occupan
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Price gouging versus
Samples in Times Square and the Jersey Shore show no evidence of price gouging in the days surr
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR releases prelimi
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • South American condo
Successful sales managers customize plans and develop skilled salespeople who can impact all se
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Preliminary US Novem
On the verge of my first-ever trip to India, I turned to HVS to examine some of the top trends
There are two separate SBA loans: the 7(a) and 504. Each program equips borrowers with loans th
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • New Orleans rates in
The city’s hoteliers reported double-digit gains in ADR and RevPAR for the week ending 1
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Speed of constructio
Occupied roomnights might appear to be peaking, but the high amount of pent-up demand shows eve
As owners and operators work through the budgeting process, they need to evaluate whether their
In this roundup of news from the region: MEA countries report positive monthly hotel performanc
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • First Mexican hotel
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Spanish hoteliers pe
Economic ills and government austerity measures will weigh heavily on hotel performance during
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Blackstone will buy Apple
Hoteliers were reluctant to say whether they will comply, and the AH&LA’s Joe McInern
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 5.2% to 47.2%; ADR rose 5.9% to $96.06; an
Demand growth is expected to decline in 2013, however, TravelClick executives said there still
Columbus, Ohio, will reallocate funds from the city’s bed tax directly toward funding to
Kate Martin hasn’t looked back since her first hotel gig at the age of 15. Now GM of the
In a risky financing environment, one way to stand out to lenders and investors is by developin
At the heart of the issue is whether franchisors and brand managers should be collecting fees f
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 1.4% to 59.4%; ADR was up 2.4% to CA$126.02; and&
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Agency model spurs c
With the U.S. credit market still trying to regain its footing, some investors are turning to t
As sanctions loosen in Myanmar, international travelers are visiting the country for the first
The market’s occupancy rose 15.6% to 86%; its RevPAR was up 23% to $218.25; and its
Hoteliers in the past encouraged brand consistency, but guests today want an individualized app
With the number of hotel deals still muted in Europe, speakers at EHIC discussed the importance
Texas-based Omni Hotels & Resorts remains diligent in its quest for adding hotels to its po
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Despite economy, Eur
Millennials are stigmatized as self centered and lazy, but they have skills and a wealth of kno
Optimism and reality were blended into candid conversations about the status of the European ho
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Website ‘bluep
While ground-up construction is still proving difficult in the hotel industry, some hoteliers a
HotelNewsNow.com recently caught up with Expedia CEO Dara Khosrowshahi, who said commissions pa
The marketing plan is no longer a document carved in stone but one that is able to adapt to an
In this week’s roundup of news from the Asia/Pacific region: Orient-Express rejects buyou
Several hotel companies are seeing an uptick in conversions after adding customer reviews to th
Sources said hoteliers can steal market share from online competitors by understanding how user
Hoteliers and room distributors are overhauling their online presence to steal market share by
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Israel cancellations
Occupancy fell 4.1% to 60%; ADR was up 1.8% to CAD$126.75; and RevPAR decreased 2.4% to CAD$76.
Hoteliers fall into the trap of maintaining the status quo. But as innovation becomes a more pe
By implementing employee idea systems, thousands of small innovative ideas suggested by staff c
In an effort to ease closing and hasten the deal-making process, prospective hotel buyers are b
An emerging trend for hoteliers, including some of the major U.S. brands, is to mirror the well
The board of directors of NH Hoteles has appointed Rodrigo Echenique Gordillo as non-executive
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 4.6% to 62%; ADR rose 6.4% to $108.63; and
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Hoteliers express co
Three markets achieved RevPAR increases of more than 20%: Tel Aviv (+36.2% to €159.68); Du
In year-over-year measurements, the Asia/Pacific region’s occupancy ended the month virtu
Overall, the U.S. hotel industry’s occupancy rose 2.4% to 64.4%; its ADR was up 4.2%
The region’s occupancy increased 4.6% to 65.5%; its ADR rose 9.4% to $183.97; and it
The Americas region ended the month with a 2.4% increase in occupancy to 64.3%; a 3.9% gain in&
As fighting between Israel and Hamas continues, hoteliers in the region are noticing some cance
The U.S. National Labor Relations Board is scrutinizing common policies, meaning hote
PhoCusWright’s Travel Innovation Summit merges innovators with an entrepreneurial spirit
Jean-Jacques Reibel of the InterContinental Hong Kong isn’t shy about paying attention to
The up-and-coming emirate is breaking out of the shadows of Dubai and Abu Dhabi thanks to a mas
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • KKR bid for NH Hotel
Dave Madden, GM of LivingSocial Escapes, said successful operators are focused on capturing val
The U.S. hotel industry posted increases in the three key performance metrics, including a 6.7%
IT professionals say it’s nearly impossible to keep up with the ballooning bandwidth dema
NH Hoteles’ shareholders are mulling a proposed investment stake from KKR, which could he
In this week's roundup of news from the Americas region: Data firms reveal new 2013 forecas
Revenue managers need to make it a priority to understand their audience and provide relevant,
The outlook for the U.S. hotel industry edged upward, according to the Hotel Industry Leading i
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Israel, West Bank ho
The best forecasting starts with a strong foundation of historical data, which is then adjusted
At last week’s PhoCusWright Conference, Google shed little light on future plans but reit
As group demand rebounds with the broader economy, hoteliers are evaluating conference and work
Universal Orlando Resort, along with its joint-venture partners, is busy prepping its hotels fo
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Focus shifts as hote
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy was up 0.9% to 62.6%; ADR rose 3.1% to $107.91; a
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 4.1% to 62.8%; ADR was up 2.6% to CA$126.93;
As the hotel ecommerce space evolves, hoteliers and OTAs at the PhoCusWright Conference discuss
The ongoing economic downturn has caused third-quarter demand to contract, especially in the co
With ADR forecasted to lead RevPAR increases in 2013, making the right decisions in the revenue
Conventional wisdom is that everyone is using social media. But conventional wisdom is not alwa
The pace of recovery has been faster than expected in the industry, although it&
Heavy hitters in the online travel space discussed how their businesses are adapting to a slowd
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • French consortium ac
The best experiential hotels tell the best stories, taking guests to a new setting or spac
Home Inns’ recently acquired Motel 168 brand saw upticks in revenue and occupancy during
Top executives at Hilton and Accor addressed the state of the industry, luxury hotels and the v
Nearly two-thirds of the hotels opened were of the franchised-and-managed model.
As concerns over guestroom security mount, hoteliers need to review their procedures and polici
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Data firms release n
The Europe hotel development pipeline comprises 868 hotels totaling 140,952 rooms, according to
The Asia/Pacific hotel development pipeline comprises 1,697 hotels totaling 374,523 rooms, acco
A bumpy U.S. economic recovery coupled with financial uncertainty is weighing on investor confi
The region’s fragmented mid-market hotel sector is ripe for consolation, although a lack
The revised U.S. hotel industry forecasts are still largely favorable, despite some pullback af
The Middle East/Africa hotel development pipeline comprises 488 hotels totaling 121,026 rooms,
Panelists at the inaugural Hotel and Lodging Legal Summit discussed best practices for handling
As U.S. hotel companies expand into Asia, executives need to assess how they can implement eco-
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • World Travel Market
The improving metrics of the Caribbean hotel industry has drawn interest from international cap
Hoteliers voiced support for the new Food & Beverage STAR Benchmarking Report, which will a
The Caribbean/Mexico hotel development pipeline comprises 124 hotels totaling 19,318 rooms, acc
The Central/South America hotel development pipeline comprises 233 hotels totaling 33,396 rooms
The total active U.S. hotel development pipeline comprises 2,590 projects totaling 290,257 room
A panel during the World Travel Market discussed the biggest challenges and opportunities facin
Statewide occupancy increased by 4.1% during the first three quarters of the year to 77.8%, whi
Contracts between partners can vary greatly from country to country, and panelists at the Hotel
The U.K. rolls out a new pension plan, Copenhagen hotels go green and Fiesta gets a new name in
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Execs tackle wide ra
The Caribbean hotel industry has put the recession behind it and has many opportunities ahead,
“Challenges” emerged as the recurring theme during the opening general session of t
STR Analytics used a day-to-day comparison to map demand changes for each market tract in the U
The U.S. presidential election might be over, but the outlook for 2013 is as cloudy as it&rsquo
Renovations to hotel lobbies, dining areas and guest bathrooms provide the greatest bang for th
Lofty expectations can only help movie box-office receipts. Hoteliers, on the other hand, risk
The company made substantial progress during the third quarter in paying down its debt and intr
Executives during CHICOS discussed the challenges of investing in the region, including em
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Priceline acquiring
Raymond “Rip” Gellein Jr., took the opportunity during the company’s third-qu
Occupancy for comparable owned and leased hotels increased 270 basis points year over year, dri
The Baird/STR Hotel Stock Index reported a 7.8% decrease in October to 2,282 but is up 12.
Hotel digital marketers discuss allocating the 2013 marketing budget, investing in personnel re
Shopping tours, “Nollywood” and luxury car brands are just a few of the rising issu
Niki Leondakis joins Commune Hotels & Resorts from Kimpton Hotels & Restaurant Group wh
The company appointed former Rosewood Hotels & Resorts executive John M. Scott II
As of September 30, there were 228 hotels in the pipeline, including 43 leased-and-operated hot
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • STR: US, Canada week
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy fell 2.5% to 57.7%; ADR was up 1.2% to $104.40; a
The Chinese economy chain opened 104 hotels during the third quarter, 79 of which it manages. M
Year-over-year occupancy for New York fell 7.3% as a result of Superstorm Sandy during the week
With the corporate rate negotiation season well underway, hotel executives are seeing year-over
Trends in the hotel digital marketing space include: having a simple framework for measurement;
Deloitte’s Nick van Marken, chairman of next week’s European Hotel Investment Confe
The International Hotel, Motel + Restaurant Show will be held 10-13 November at the Javits Cent
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy fell 4% to 55.9%; ADR was up 1.1% to CA$125.58; a
Several European hostel operators are offering trendy rooms and public spaces that could eat aw
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Barack Obama re-elec
Weekly performance data from STR reveals double-digit occupancy declines in some key U.S. citie
Incumbent President Barack Obama won the U.S. presidential election late Tuesday night. This in
Despite excellent fundamentals, hoteliers still are not able to increase room rates.
The fragmented online payment landscape is creating headaches for hoteliers, according to a pan
Disruptions caused by the renovation of 27 hotels and rebranding of 35 others caused HPT’
The company's third quarter results supports Meliá's two-track strategy for
Hoteliers around the world need to understand the source of their guests—whether foreign
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • IHG seeking new bids
While a slowdown in RevPAR was evident in September, industry leaders believe that the met
The group added 108 hotels during the third quarter and expects to hit the 1,000-property mark
Among the most pressing trends and trepidations facing the global tourism industry are taxation
Included in this MEA news roundup: Dubai is a hot city for global hotel investment; the MEA reg
Executives of IHG are focused on refreshing their extended-stay brands to create an enviro
The new survey will monitor revenue and occupancy trends for smaller accommodation businesses o
Hotel properties’ RevPAR decreased 0.9% to $116.24 in the third quarter compared wit
Silos can act as communication barriers. To be truly successful, management must find a way to
ADR increased 5.8% to $102.68; occupancy decreased 1.2 percentage points to 75.1%; and RevPAR g
The Americas reported a 4.6% RevPAR increase, the highest increase of all the regions.
Same-store RevPAR, excluding Starway Hotels, increased 5% during the quarter.
With hoteliers preparing to cast their votes in the U.S. presidential election Tuesday, the Hot
IHG executives believe hotels should provide travelers with more than just a service while they
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Strategic’s ne
Tom Magnuson is pushing for global expansion of his membership and brand company by offering ow
Newly named CEO Raymond L. “Rip” Gellein Jr. said Laurence Geller’s departure
Hoteliers in the region are targeting global and domestic demand, rather than intra-regional to
Customer satisfaction starts with knowing a customer’s wants, interests, needs and expect
Strategic Hotels & Resorts announced Friday the company's President and CEO Lauren
Hurricane Sandy had a widespread impact on occupancy across the Caribbean, according to data fr
Fallout from the storm continues to complicate hotel operations in New York as hotel managers j
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • US Travel: US domest
Not only are renovations at the Morgans New York taking longer than expected and impacting quar
While the top 25 MSAs continue to be attractive to builders and owners, there is a definite upt
While the U.S. Travel Association is forecasting travel to increase in 2013, that growth will c
A candid conversation with one of his mentors drove David Kirken from a path toward professiona
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 6% to 65.1%; ADR was up 4.7% to $109.65; and
Several teams are working to assign unique identification codes to every hotel. But their
Before Sandy made landfall in the U.S., her path of destruction began in the Caribbean, where h
The new Sunbeam® Elite CR1003
New sites, new booking models and new parity workarounds have yet to save me any money over boo
Technology guru John Burns shared some of the most influential trends shaping the hotel industr
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Greek hotel industry
While she shares some traits with her father, Ivanka’s appearance at the HICAP conference
Executives of the casino and hotel operators shared updates on a number of percolating projects
ComScore and Cornell University study results show the number of travelers visiting TripAdvisor
A number of factors led to Hyatt Hotels Corporation’s weaker-than-expected Q3 RevPAR resu
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy rose 3.4% to 67.8%; ADR was up 2.7% to CA$130.42;
Most of the top global brands are scrambling to develop hotels in Colombia’s coastal city
In this month's roundup of news from the technology sector: New sites explore hotel resale;
MGM Resorts International's rooms revenue decreased 3%, primarily due to a 2% decrease
The January 2013 deadline is fast approaching, and, although most hoteliers are already prepare
The RevPAR increase reflects a 6.9% increase in ADR to $144.06 and a 50-basis-point decrease in
In this week’s roundup of news from the Asia/Pacific region: Aston launches a new select-
Recently STR Analytics plotted occupancy and ADR performance data on an X-Y axis to show the di
Though the full impact of Hurricane Sandy is still being measured, hoteliers provided status re
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Hoteliers survey San
The anticipation of hotel values increasing well into 2016 should fuel much more debt availabil
American travelers are not as price sensitive as hoteliers might think, as evidenced by steady
In a country where domestic travelers prefer to stay with family and friends, hotel marketers a
HotelNewsNow.com's Daily Update newsletter will not publish Tuesday because of weather-rela
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Hurricane Sandy caus
The storm, expected to make landfall late Monday, already has grounded thousands of flights and
Hoteliers in the capital city of Denmark have emerged at the forefront of sustainability within
Hotel values are projected to increase for one of the longest stretches in recent memory. Are i
New York and San Francisco might whet investors’ appetites, but these five secondary mark
While some investors prefer to gamble on higher premiums in the country’s most volatile m
Hotel values have been increasing consistently since August 2011, but they still have a long ro
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Caribbean hoteliers
Regardless of what you choose to do, doing it well often leads to success, said Pierre-Louis Gi
Not all items lifted from hotel rooms are created equal. While the removal of some could be reg
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Choice, Starwood rel
The city led all top 25 U.S. markets with a 20% increase in ADR and a 36% in RevPAR for the wee
Experts suggest hotel managers respond to all online reviews. However, with the increasing amou
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Wyndham: Industry-wi
Contributing to the U.S. deal slowdown seen this year could be hotel sellers waiting to see who
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Starwood Capital to
Panelists at last week’s Lifestyle/Boutique Hotel Development Conference remain optimisti
In this week's roundup of news from the Americas region: Hotels throughout the region repor
The company's Premier Inn economy chain notched a 2.4% gain in RevPAR during the first half
The capital city of Azerbaijan has welcomed new luxury properties from Jumeirah, JW Marriott an
The Miami-based company has renamed its management arm to Indie Hotels & Resorts and
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Revenue managers spe
Strong occupancy is lifting midscale hotel performance today, but the 2013 outlook is not quite
With the economy recovering, brands and owners are adding amenities with the aim of provid
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Video: Joyce discuss
Landing a huge corporate contract is no cure-all, as travel agents might book outside of a corp
Speakers at the Lifestyle/Boutique Hotel Development Conference told attendees that afford
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Shareholder offers $1.86b
Despite increased attention and investment in the mobile and online channels in recent years, n
Hoteliers are in a unique position to identify and combat human trafficking, provided they are
As hotel development continues to flourish in Asia, developers look to the budget segment to fi
Hotels, owners and management companies are making huge strides when it comes to sustainability
A sustainable asset coupled with eco-friendly operations can have major effects on a property&r
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Countries such as Sri Lanka and Myanmar are capturing the attention of hotel developers and inv
With optimism in the air, hoteliers said it’s a good idea to have a hotel developmen
Despite a global economy that appears to be slowing, hotel investors in Asia are finding opport
Regional market spotlights highlight this roundup of news from the Europe hotel industry.
Even as growth moderates and potential obstacles loom, performance data from STR Global shows c
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Report: Irish hotels
Strong demand will continue to drive rate growth, according to hoteliers during breaks at the 2
Hoteliers in U.S. border cities are benefitting from the influx of Canadian travelers who are c
The long hours and relatively low compensation of GMs have left the next generation of leaders
Chris Nassetta of Hilton Worldwide, said there’s no doubt the company will go public and
Industry leaders told attendees of HICAP that despite a slowdown in some areas, Asia&rsquo
The luxury segment’s occupancy rose 8.4% to 78.6%; its ADR increased 6.3% to $288.78
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Global regions see s
Hoteliers during breaks at the 2012 Lodging Conference tell HotelNewsNow.com how they think the
Deans from five of the world’s leading hotel schools discussed the most pressing obstacle
After difficulties attracting leisure travelers during the downturn, demand is up once again fo
A focus on quarterly earnings is undermining the long-term efforts required to provide excellen
Several U.S.-born midscale brands were developed with upscale aspirations in Asia. Now the bran
Included in this Middle East/Africa news roundup: Sub-Saharan Africa is a hotel development hot
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Investors: Debt is c
Panelists at the Lodging Conference talk about the new landscape luxury hotels face in the afte
In today’s unstable marketplace, the pop-up hotel phenomenon has allowed operators to get
With interest rates low, now is an ideal time to buy or refinance cash-flowing assets, accordin
Savvy hoteliers are targeting a growing segment of travelers by offering female-focused ameniti
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • La Quinta to sell 46
A “perceived volatility” in the market continues to hinder hoteliers’ confide
How does the hotel industry stack up against airlines and the food-service industries in terms
Hotel industry performance indicators provided attendees of the Lodging Conference with some co
An economist’s surprising election outlook highlights this grab-bag edition of &ldqu
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Hotel leaders share
The city’s hotels on average posted the largest weekly increases in occupancy and RevPAR,
Top hotel executives give attendees of the Lodging Conference their thoughts on the state of th
Expedia said it has more than 13,000 hotels signed up for its Traveler Preference program and e
HotelNewsNow.com brings you the latest news and headlines from the 18th annual Lodging Conferen
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Blackstone could tak
On the day its $1.9-billion acquisition of Motel 6 and Studio 6 was finalized, Blackstone's
While cost reductions are crucial, the best asset managers are those who can push profit in the
As we strive to become better leaders ourselves, it helps to examine some of the common traits
Germany’s top hotel markets have posted steady growth and increased investment during the
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • BWI developing exten
While transactions haven’t reached fever pitch, there are a number of reasons panelists a
In this week’s roundup of news from the Asia/Pacific region: Starwood Hotels opens the la
Travel companies must work together and share information if they want to keep their customers
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Brands expand i
What are the most important things every hotel marketer needs to know about the American travel
Guest satisfaction with hotel staff is at a seven-year low, but that does not mean people&
Having established footprints in China’s first-tier cities, the big brands are venturing
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Analyst: 7 Days Grou
Thayer Lodging Group’s chairman and CEO has a hungry mind that’s trying to take a b
While there are many potential buyers waiting in the wings, banks continue to have stringent un
The U.S. resort market has experienced positive growth in the three key metrics for 29 consecut
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • 7 Days Group receive
Sources report the expiration of the program could further tighten the hotel lending environmen
The market also posted the highest actual occupancy (94%) for the week, according to year-over-
The U.S. government’s third round of “quantitative easing,” or “QE3,&rd
Brands are cracking down on mandated refreshes and full-scale renovations, and owners are the o
Still in its relative infancy, the Poland hotel market has developed a stable base of domestic
While email is said to be widely ignored by those born after 1990, millennials are st
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Gaylord
The Highland Group projects extended-stay hotels will finish the year with a RevPAR increase of
Despite strong fundamentals, global investors are finding it difficult to make headwind in Scan
With Laurence Geller and Gerald Lawless participating on the same panel, there was bound to be
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Gaylord shareholders
Seismic shifts in the geopolitical landscape are having dramatic impacts on consumer confidence
Local brands and global chains alike are buying into Sub-Saharan Africa’s economic and po
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Compete study brings
The investment landscape is still challenging, but hotels as an asset class are back en vogue a
City-center properties and unique resorts have performed well, but the hotel industry in genera
The Peruvian government is boosting incentives to attract investment in infrastructure while th
A thriving economy and modern metropolis make Santiago—along with its pristine surroundin
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Lack of confidence r
What do a gregarious TV personality and Google have in common? Hint: Only one has eaten pig bra
With the continent’s economic picture in disarray, hoteliers see a few positive signs of
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Sands opens Sheraton
The Florida market, which hosted the RNC at the end of August, posted the largest increases in
The U.S. hotel industry’s occupancy ended the week with a 0.5% decrease to 66.2%; AD
The Islamic holy city will welcome 30 new hotels by 2015, headlined by a 26-hotel, multibranded
The chain-scale segments follow similar patterns through each cycle—though upper-tie
The holy city does not admit non-Muslims, but that has not quelled developers’ appetites
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Hoteliers hit budget
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Regent returns
Executives from global brands were at SAHIC in Lima, Peru, last week hoping to find local, well
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Hoteliers big winner
Gabelli will vote against Gaylord's move to REIT status—a last-ditch effort that won&
HotelNewsNow.com celebrates its fourth anniversary by looking back at an industry that has emer
The upturn still has a lot of life in it, thanks in part to a continued low level of supply and
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • More opposition to G
The U.S. hotel industry reported a 15.7% increase in profitability during 2011, with gains varyin
The transient and group segments proved resilient as the industry ebbed and flowed during th
A bill is on its way to the U.S. Senate that would put an arbitrary spending limit on government
Hoteliers in college towns saw an uptick in demand during move-in weekend, but there are several
Premier sporting events such as the Olympics can provide an immediate operating boost for hotels,
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • RB Capital builds, buys
An influx of clean-up crews, government officials, insurance auditors and others provided a boon
I was ready to praise the hospitality industry for providing a platform for global bonding. But
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Red Lion suspends &lsqu
The pace of hotel transactions is slowing, but investor confidence is gaining traction, according
The sector has strong fundamentals and a few years of solid growth behind it, but broader macro
The company has suspending its formal “strategic alternative process,” which sought,
Experts at SAHIC spent two days identifying the best South America markets and inviting deep-pock
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Eagle Hospitality avoid
Beyond Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, other secondary and tertiary markets are emerging as regio
Niche hotels often yield more revenue as guests look to those properties to provide unique experi
Whether a hotel is flagged or not flagged—a noted brand or well-known independent—eac
Hotel sales departments and meeting planners are battling emotions left over from the most rece
Though hoteliers focus on the rapid expansion in the BRIC countries, the U.S. hotel pipeline is g
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Federal hotel spending
Owners are putting capital into their properties again, and some are getting away with spend
The lack of private investment is likely to deter U.S. hotel demand, said STR co-founder Randy Sm
Data, demand and drivers of revenue were among a litany of topics discussed during the Fourth A
Although demand is back for the U.S. hotel industry, panelists at the closing session of the Ho
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Forecasts, adapting to
A rant from a panel attendee at the Hotel Data Conference reveals the misguided perception of O
Since OTAs own the pay-per-click landscape, hotel marketers must look ahead.
As the reach of Google+ expands, a new challenge for hotel digital marketers is understanding how
The non-top 25 markets comprise 68.7% of U.S. room supply and according to STR’s Chad Churc
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Hotel Data Conference d
While the demand recovery in the U.S. has finally stabilized within the top 25 markets, rates are
Looming macroeconomic threats. Record-breaking demand. Data wonks during the Hotel Data Conferenc
The most challenging part of running a hotel with more than 1,000 rooms is managing the differe
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Global hotel prices ris
Second-guessing the next generation’s abilities is common, but after attending a recent p
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Hawaii heating up for h
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle while traveling is no easy task. Several brands are capitalizin
In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy ended the week with a 4.9% increase to 65.7%;
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial team: • Hotel bars emerge as per
I love parsing through MMGY Global’s “Portrait of the American Traveler” stud
Panelists at the Southern Lodging Summit @ Memphis agreed there is debt available for certain pro
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • PKF: Hoteliers selling
Overseas buyers accounted for a decade-high $1 billion of Australia's hotel sales—90% of th
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Accor reports on busy f
There are a lot of reasons to be upbeat about the hotel industry today, though it’s tough
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial staff: • Debt yield takes center
In this week's roundup of news from the Americas region: Mexico City, San Francisco report
New Orleans' hoteliers find themselves much better prepared as Tropical Storm Isaac ap
Hoteliers looking for debt are finding lenders are putting more of a focus on the cash-on-cash re
Having largely bypassed Florida, the storm is predicted to hit the Gulf Coast Wednesday as a Ca
From the desks of the HotelNewsNow.com editorial team: • Anxious hoteliers eye Is
Government-run Scottish Development International is trying to lure upper-tier hotel investment
As fiscal-year 2012 comes to a close, U.S. lawmakers either must allow tax increases to
The cyclical nature of the hotel industry means another deep downturn will come sooner or later
