Hotel Development News & Trends

SpaFinder and Leading Spas Partner to Connect World's Largest Spa Audience with Premiere Vacation Spas Around The Globe

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:48:08 EST

SpaFinder, Inc. and Leading Spas today announced that the companies will partner to present Leading Spa's collection of the most exquisite spas in the world to millions of consumers in 27 countries who select and book spa vacations at SpaFinder.com and its websites in Europe and Japan.

Cambria Suites Breaks Ground in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 06:35:58 EST

Horizon Hospitality and the Pittsburgh Penguins Partner to Build Hotel Adjacent to New Consol Energy Center

Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel Unveils $70 Million Renovation

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 06:35:58 EST

Colorado's Largest Hotel Completes Comprehensive Transformation of Guest Rooms, Suites, Lobby and Health and Fitness Program

IHR Completes Sale of the Hilton Garden Inn Baton Rouge Airport to Fairwood Capital

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 06:35:58 EST

Proceeds Used to Pay Down Amended Senior Credit Facility

WCI, Inc. Renovates Oregon Holiday Inn

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 07:38:15 EST

Project Refreshes WCI's original design from 10 Years Ago

Expedia Expands Hotel Relationships in Europe, Grows In-Bound International Bookings

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:58:12 EST

Online Travel Leader's Efforts Help European Hoteliers Boost Occupancy, Reach Travelers Around the Globe

Benchmark Hospitality Introduces 'Marenas Resort' located oceanside near Miami

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:08:59 EST

Benchmark Hospitality International announced today the addition of the newly renamed Marenas Resort, located in Sunny Isles Beach (Miami), Florida, to the company's expanding portfolio.

Staybridge Suites Reveals Two New Interior Designs Created By Nation's Top Design Students

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:08:59 EST

Innovative approach brings fresh perspective to standard hotel room décor

Hotel Indigo Opened 13 Hotels and Signed 14 Deals Globally Through 3rd Quarter 2009

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:08:58 EST

Boutique brand delivers refreshingly local hotel experience for both owners and guests

Distinguished(R) International Hotels, Residences and Resorts Welcomes Mount Falcon Country House Hotel in Ireland

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:53:33 EST

Distinguished International(R) Hotels, Residences and Resorts is pleased to welcome the Mount Falcon Country House Hotel in West Ireland, as the newest member of its international properties.

The Autograph Collection - Marriott's New Brand and Exclusive Group of Independent Hotels and Resorts

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:11:34 EST

Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) launched today The Autograph Collection, a new brand within the company's global portfolio comprised of upper upscale and luxury, independent, hotels with distinctive personalities in major cities and desired destinations worldwide.

Marriott International Announces Five New Hotels in the Middle East & Africa

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:09:06 EST

Includes first properties in Algeria, Ghana and Morocco

Urgo Hotels Acquires Two-Year Old, Luxury Singer Island Resort, Converts Hotel to Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island Beach Resort & Spa Brand

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 11:58:54 EST

Acquisition Signals Company's Intent to Step Up Acquisition of Hotels and Resorts, Third-party Management Contracts in U.S., Canada and Caribbean

Doubletree by Hilton Expands European Hotel Portfolio to Romania

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 11:46:38 EST

Doubletree by Hilton, Oradea is due to open in September 2010

Starwood Hotels Set to Double Portfolio in Puerto Rico

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 10:26:36 EST

Will Open the Sheraton Puerto Rico Convention Center Hotel and Debut the W and St. Regis brands in the Next 12 Months

Rockwell Group Europe to Design the New W Paris-Opera

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 10:24:50 EST

Rockwell Group Europe has teamed up with Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide to design the W Paris-Opéra, W Hotels' debut in France. Diego Gronda, Managing and Creative Director of RGe, the Madrid satellite office of New York's Rockwell Group founded by David Rockwell, is leading the design team on this innovative project scheduled to open in 2011.

Starwood Hotels Announces the Sale of the St. Regis New York's Retail Space for $117 Million

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 11:15:38 EST

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) announced today that the Company has closed on the sale of 24,700 square feet of retail space at the St. Regis New York.

New 21c Museum Hotel to Open in Cincinnati, Ohio

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 13:01:26 EST

Building on its mission of engaging the public with contemporary art and supporting the revitalization of American downtowns, 21c Museum Hotels will renovate and restore the former Metropole Hotel - an historic landmark in downtown Cincinnati - to its original purpose as a hotel and a centerpiece of the city.

Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center Seeks Proposals From Qualified Management Firms to Serve As Its Operator

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 10:01:48 EST

With the assistance of its advisor, PKF Consulting of Atlanta, the Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center (HR&CC) is seeking proposals from qualified management firms interested in operating the 332 room historic hotel and adjoining conference site in Roanoke, Virginia.

Starwood Hotels Signs Agreement to Sell Bliss Spas to Steiner Leisure for $100 Million

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 09:11:08 EST

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) announced today that the company has signed an agreement to sell the Bliss spa and product company to Steiner Leisure Limited (Nasdaq:STNR) for $100 million. As part of the transaction, Bliss and Remede spas and amenities will remain exclusive to Starwood in the hotel category at W Hotels and St. Regis Hotels respectively.