CoStar: Holidays and Natural Disasters Impact U.S. Hotel Performance
WASHINGTON—Due to Rosh Hashana, the U.S. hotel industry reported negative year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through Oct. 5, 2024. U.S. Hotel Perform
The Hotel Franchise Model: An Enduring ‘Engine of Opportunity’ Worth Preserving
For guests, business owners, employees, and investors, the U.S. hotel and lodging industry is incredibly appealing. In part, that’s because we have a franchising system that has
Brittain Resorts & Hotels Partners With Provident Hotels & Resorts
MYRTLE BEACH, South Carolina—Officials of Brittain Resorts & Hotels announced the company has partnered with Provident Hotels & Resorts to operate its portfolio of eight
Hyatt Partners With Mind Share Partners for Workplace Mental Health
CHICAGO—Hyatt announced a new collaboration with Mind Share Partners, a nonprofit that is changing the culture of workplace mental health. Rooted in global colleague insights and
Hospitality America Updates Tech Infrastructure
GREENVILLE, South Carolina—Hospitality America is investing in its technology infrastructure aimed at updating business intelligence across its hotel portfolio. The initiative wi
This Week’s Comings & Goings
Makeready announced the expansion of its executive leadership team with the appointment of Eric Gavin as president of operations. In this new role, Gavin will focus on management p
City Express by Marriott Expands into the United States and Canada
Marriott International, Inc. announced the expansion of the City Express by Marriott brand into the United States and Canada, marking the company’s entry into the affordable mids
Hoteliers Tout Better Development Conditions, Extended Stay During Lodging Conference Opening Session
Slightly more favorable development conditions, the slow return of business travel, and explosive growth within the midscale, extended-stay segment were among the key topics discus
Wyndham Launches Accelerator Circle as Networking Platform for Diverse Hoteliers
PARSIPPANY, New Jersey—Networking for Wyndham’s Black Owners and Lodging Developers (BOLD) and Women Own the Room franchisees now includes access to peer-to-peer connections an
From Economy to Luxury: Versatile Sleep Solutions for Every Hotel
Have you ever wondered why some hotels stand out with their superior sleep experience? The secret may be simpler than it seems—it’s all about the mattress. Specifically, a trus