North America

North America

Hyatt Expands Select Service Pipeline in Americas

Hyatt Hotels is expanding its select service pipeline by 25% in the Americas, with significant global growth of its Caption by Hyatt and Hyatt Studios brands, while also upgrading its Hyatt House and Hyatt Place brands for better efficiency and guest experience.

Alan Woinski | 16 hours ago

North America

CBRE: Hotel Performances Vary Worldwide

CBRE’s 2024 Global Hotels Midyear Outlook highlights modest RevPAR growth in the U.S., strong resilience in Northern Latin America, slower growth in Europe with luxury outperforming, rising occupancy in the Middle East, and increased air travel boosting Asia Pacific markets.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 4 days ago

North America

Marriott Re-imagines the W Hollywood

W Hollywood, reimagined by Marriott International, Trinity Investments, and Oaktree Capital, now offers redesigned amenities including 319 rooms, dining options, a rooftop venue, a revamped gym, and extensive event spaces.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 5 days ago

North America

Global Tourism Numbers in First 7 Months Beat 2023, Approach 2019

International tourism in the first seven months of 2024 grew by 11% compared to 2023, nearing 2019 levels, with all regions showing strong recovery, led by the Middle East, and many countries exceeding pre-pandemic arrival numbers and receipts.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 6 days ago

North America

Hotel Rates in Top U.S. Markets Outpace Inflation

Hotel rates in the top U.S. markets have risen significantly, with higher-end hotels raising prices the most, affecting travelers' choices on destinations and trip duration.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 7 days ago

North America

Ashford Hospitality Trust Announces Reverse Stock Split

AHT revealed they were notified by the NY Stock Exchange for failing to meet the minimum $1 bid price requirement and will implement a 1-for-10 reverse stock split to regain compliance.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 1 week ago

North America

Regent Hotels Returns to the U.S.

The Regent Santa Monica Beach opened on October 1 as Regent's first U.S. hotel since IHG's 2018 acquisition, following a $150 million renovation.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 2 weeks ago

North America

Hotels Could Benefit From Cut in Interest Rates

Analysts expect the Fed's interest rate cuts to boost hotel REIT earnings, with Ashford Hospitality Trust and Braemar Hotel Trust being the biggest beneficiaries.

Alan Woinski | 2 weeks ago

North America

Hyatt Unveils Plans for Luxury and Lifestyle Expansion

Hyatt Hotels Corporation is expanding its luxury and lifestyle hotel portfolio with over 20 recent and planned openings across the U.S., Canada, Latin America, and the Caribbean through 2025.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 2 weeks ago

North America

OYO to Buy Motel 6 from Blackstone for $525 Million

OYO is acquiring G6 Hospitality from Blackstone for $525 million, adding 1,500 U.S. and Canadian locations while keeping Motel 6 and Studio 6 brands independent.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 2 weeks ago