Competition intensifies in US midscale extended stay
This year, Extended Stay America celebrates 30 years in business. Originally a pioneer in the midscale, Extended Stay America today remains the only major lodging company exclusively focused on the extended stay category…
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Rising star chef arrested after 'robbing three banks on the same day'
Valentino Luchin is a celebrated chef who has worked in the California food industry for decades - but the robbery accusations are not his first run-in with the law
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President Donald Trump fumes as Dallas hotel manager beheaded in front of family by Cuban national
US President Donald Trump has directly addressed yet another incident of horrific violence during which a father was beheaded in front of his family, declaring the “time for being soft on these Illegal Immigrant Criminals is OVER under my watch!”…
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For god’s sake, spare me from business hotels with personality
A behind-the-scenes look at the work of Rutherford Hall, critical communications strategist
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Mayfield launches offering hoteliers ‘a third way’
Designed for hotels that want the flexibility of independence with the support, systems and scale of a modern platform, Mayfield provides operational freedom, access to global markets and a wide range of systems and advanced technology to increase…
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Noble House preps for next moves
The next-generation Colee family leadership of owner-operator Noble House Hotels & Resorts is gearing up for what they expect to be increasing opportunity for equity participation, acquisition and third-party management growth by launching an…
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AHLA, AAHOA decries failed referendum that will cause minimum wage to escalate to $30 by 2028.
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Legendary hotelier Bob Burns dies
Founder of the Regent brand, Burns was also known for anticipating guests’ needs, respecting staff and advancing global tourism.
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Who’s the Hermit in the Presidential Suite?
In hotel penthouses around the globe, rock stars and heads of state have been displaced by cocooning patients looking to emerge as immortal butterflies.
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Four common misconceptions about auctions
As the industry matures, auctions are proving to be a reliable, transparent and effective way to sell more hotels.
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Luxury hotel REIT Braemar up for sale
The luxury hotel REIT said it doesn’t believe it “can flourish in today’s market environment” and will begin the sales process immediately.
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Why Trinity’s CEO is bullish on the current deal environment
CEO Sean Hehir discusses Trinity’s latest transactions, what he's seeing in the M&A market right now and the robust state of leisure travel.
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Mechanical and semi-automated parking systems offer an alternative to the permanent rigidity of ramps and wide circulation aisles. Systems like stackers or puzzle platforms condense vehicle storage into smaller footprints, freeing up land or…
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Soho House members’ club ‘close to $1.8bn deal to take it private’
The private members’ club Soho House is reportedly close to reaching a $1.8bn (£1.3bn) deal to take it private after a tricky four years listed on the New York stock exchange.
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What hotel investors think about capex in 2025
Typically, major hotel owners had set aside four per cent of gross annual revenue for capital improvements (capex) and four to five per cent in reserves for repair, maintenance, and replacement of furniture, fixtures, and Equipment (FF&E), depending…
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Building hospitality resilience in an era of escalating natural disasters
The hospitality industry operates at the nexus of service and environment, making it uniquely vulnerable to the escalating frequency and intensity of natural disasters. Recent events in North Carolina, Texas and New Mexico serve as stark reminders…
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Portman shifts to acquisition mode
The prolific, big box project developer recognizes the need to acquire assets where their ability to execute complex renovations can drive better returns.
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Extended-stay hotels are here for the long haul. It’s why brands are crowding in
The extended-stay hotel segment is still having its moment. In fact, its shine may have never been brighter. The asset class, characterized by long stays, from several days, to weeks, to months, and design elements, such as in-room kitchens and…
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