Silverwest Hotels Plans Summer 2020 Opening of Le Meridien St. Louis Clayton
Le Meridien St. Louis Clayton | January 29, 2020
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach Re-Opens Following $90 Million Renovation
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLC | January 27, 2020
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center Completes Phase Two of Nearly $20 Million Renovation
Embassy Suites by Hilton | March 13, 2020
TAMPA, Fla. - The 360-suite Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Downtown Convention Center has completed its final phase of a multimillion-dollar property renovation. The transformation focuses on bringing forth a vibrant, contemporary design with a touch of coastal inspiration. All the hotel’s public spaces are completely renovated to maximize and create functional space throughout the hotel. The hotel’s expansive atrium fosters an atmosphere of socializing and unwinding for guests. The renovated guest suites feature modern comforts, including two 55” flat screen high-definition TVs, a refrigerator, coffee maker, microwave and a selectio...
White Lodging Plans Conversion of Marriott Plaza San Antonio to The Otis Hotel San Antonio, Autograph Collection
White Lodging | March 12, 2020
White Lodging and Marriott’s Autograph Collection announced today that they will completely transform an existing 251-room property into The Otis Hotel San Antonio, Autograph Collection. Drawing from the city’s culture and the property’s rich history, The Otis Hotel will be the choice for easygoing luxury in the Alamo City. The Otis Hotel is San Antonio’s first Autograph Collection property, which is Marriott International’s global collection of more than 180 inspiring distinctive hotels around the world, that are Exactly Like Nothing Else. The Otis Hotel San Antonio is the second of its namesake, with the first opening in Austin...
Iconic Little Palm Island Resort & Spa Reopens in Florida Keys
| March 5, 2020
LITTLE TORCH KEY, Fla. – Little Palm Island Resort & Spa – part of the Noble House Hotels & Resorts collection – officially began welcoming guests on March 1, 2020. After undergoing a complete re-imagination, the four-acre, ultra-luxe private island resort is the last Florida Keys property to reopen following Hurricane Irma in September 2017, marking an end to the exhaustive restoration process. “We’ve invested a lot of careful thought and attention to details in rebuilding Little Palm Island to retain elements loved by guests while ushering in sophisticated new design elements and amenities, said Kevin Geanides, the r...
Crestline Completes Renovation of Courtyard by Marriott Charlottesville – University Medical Center
Crestline Hotels & Resorts, LLC | March 5, 2020
Charlottesville, VA – March 5, 2020 - Tucked under the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains and in the heart of this University of Virginia historic community, guests will find the newly reimagined 139-guestroom Courtyard by Marriott Charlottesville - University Medical Center. The hotel’s redesign features a refreshed and modernized lobby with media pods, communal tables, plush lounge furniture and upgraded televisions. The all new Courtyard Crate, is a redesigned sundry shop with freshly brewed Starbucks® coffee and specialty beverages via the self-serve Serenade brewing machine. The shop sells an enhanced selection of merchand...
Grand Nikko Tokyo Bay Maihama Set for May Opening Following Rebranding
| March 3, 2020
TOKYO -- Grand Nikko Tokyo Bay Maihama is pleased to announce that it will open its doors on May 1st, 2020. Currently operating as the Tokyo Bay Maihama Hotel Club Resort, the hotel will be rebranded and operated by Okura Nikko Hotel Management Co., Ltd. from that date. Grand Nikko Tokyo Bay Maihama will offer a Southern European atmosphere incorporating a striking pink exterior. The hotel will provide guests with a unique opportunity to refresh both their minds and bodies while enveloped in a refreshing resort breeze, inspired by the concept "The epitome of quality, where guests can experience ultimate comfort, unlock all their senses." ...
Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate Plans Renovation
Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate | March 2, 2020
Orlando, FL (March 2, 2020) – Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate announced plans for a renovation that includes fully reimagined guest rooms, villas, as well as exciting updates to public spaces and meeting rooms, which will elevate the overall guest and meetings experience. Slated to begin in June and for completion in early Fall 2020, all 720 guest rooms and suites will be updated with new furnishings, carpet, and décor including lighting, paint, artwork, linens, drapery and bathroom restoration, with no detail being left untouched. All 49 villas will be refreshed with new light fixtures, chandeliers, furniture, new larger TV’s and ...
McKibbon Hospitality Begins Renovation of Aloft Asheville Downtown
Aloft Hotels | February 27, 2020
Asheville, NC (Feb. 27, 2020) – McKibbon Hospitality, an award-winning leader in hotel management, today announced that Aloft Asheville Downtown has begun an all-encompassing renovation, implementing modern, stylistic upgrades, new soft goods and refreshed amenities throughout. The hotel remains open during the renovation, which began in January 2020 and is expected to be completed this March. Upon completion, guests will experience new carpeting, seating and fabrics in all guest rooms, suites and public spaces. Blending bold patterns and vibrant colors, the hotel’s refreshed look reinvigorates the space while staying true to the brand...
Noble Investment Group Completes Comprehensive Upgrade to Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Perimeter Center
Noble Investment Group | February 26, 2020
ATLANTA, Feb. 26, 2020 -- Noble Investment Group ("Noble") today announced the Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Perimeter Center has completed a comprehensive upgrade and enhancement to all hotel guestrooms and suites, public areas, and meeting and event spaces. The hotel is situated in the heart of the Perimeter Center area of Atlanta, one of the largest office markets in the southeast with nearly 29 million square feet of office space. Perimeter Center is home to the world headquarters of United Parcel Service, Cox Enterprises, AT&T Mobility, Haverty's and Newell Rubbermaid and major hubs for State Farm, Auto Trader, Mercedes-Benz a...
Multimillion-Dollar Renovation Completed at Holiday Inn® – Houston Intercontinental Airport
| February 26, 2020
HOUSTON - February 26, 2020 - The Holiday Inn ® hotel at Houston Intercontinental Airport is celebrating its grand reopening after undergoing a multimillion-dollar renovation. The hotel now features 414 stylish rooms and the new Texas-fare diner, Blue Dixie Kitchen. Leisure or business travelers will be treated to functional, flexible and enjoyable spaces to meet their various needs during their stay. From the moment guests walk into the lobby until they lay their head down at night, every space has been renovated, refreshed or redesigned to ensure a pleasurable experience. John Muller, General Manager for Holiday Inn® – Houston...
Pebblebrook and SH Hotels Plan 2021 Opening of 1 Hotel San Francisco
1 Hotels | February 19, 2020
Currently operating as Hotel Vitale, the property will undergo a full $25 million renovation and conversion BETHESDA, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Pebblebrook Hotel Trust (NYSE: PEB) (the “Company”) and SH Hotels and Resorts today announced the planned transformation of Hotel Vitale to the sustainability-focused, mission-driven and luxury experiential 1 Hotel San Francisco, which is expected to open in 2021 following a full renovation and conversion into a flourishing urban retreat. Located on the Embarcadero waterfront overlooking the Bay Bridge, and steps from the historic Ferry Building, the property has a great location and is current...
Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino Reaches Milestone Topping Out of Expansive, Third Tower
Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino | February 19, 2020
LAS VEGAS (February 19, 2020) – Thirteen months after breaking ground, the Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino has topped out on its expansive, third hotel tower. The announcement comes in conjunction with newly-released room renderings highlighting the stylish design of the studio king and one-bedroom suite offerings. Boasting over 250,000 square feet of additional hospitality space the new tower is on track to begin booking this spring for stays starting in September 2020. Anchored by seven guest-room floors and adding 495 new rooms to the property’s existing inventory of 629, the Downtown Grand’s third tower, located on the east sid...
Pebblebrook Hotel Trust and Margaritaville Enterprises Bringing Margaritaville Hotel to San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter
Margaritaville | February 13, 2020
BETHESDA, Md.--February 13, 2020-- Today, Pebblebrook Hotel Trust (NYSE: PEB, “Pebblebrook” or “the Company”) and Margaritaville Enterprises LLC announced the global lifestyle brand’s second west coast resort, The Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter. The property is expected to open in 2021 in downtown San Diego, California. Located in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter, just blocks from Petco Park and the San Diego Convention Center, the hotel will feature 235 guest rooms as well as signature Margaritaville food and beverage concepts. Travelers can immerse themselves in the excitement of the city while staying in a trul...
Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center Undergoes Renovation and Division to Two Hotels
Marriott International | February 4, 2020
FEBRUARY 4, 2020 — BETHESDA, MD - Marriott International has unveiled an exciting new offering at Frankfurt Airport following a long-term commitment to upgrade and elevate the existing Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center. The renovation of the property not only delivers a revamped Sheraton hotel to the market but also a brand-new Marriott hotel, bringing two of Marriott International’s most well-known brands together in one location for the first time. Each hotel is distinct and retains individual brand characteristics, including guest rooms, executive lounges and lobby experience, but shares expansive facilities incl...
Silverwest Hotels Plans Summer 2020 Opening of Le Meridien St. Louis Clayton
Le Meridien St. Louis Clayton | January 29, 2020
(ST. LOUIS; January 29, 2020) – Silverwest Hotels announces plans today for Le Meridien St. Louis Clayton, a new upscale hotel destination for creative and culturally-minded travelers and locals alike in downtown Clayton, Missouri, just outside of St. Louis. Located at the corner of Bonhomme Ave. and Bemiston Street (7730 Bonhomme Ave, St. Louis, MO 63105), the 268-room hotel will open this summer after a multi-million dollar, full-scale transformation. Silverwest Hotels acquired the property over 18 months ago, and the new Marriott brand mark showcases the extensive investment into restoring the property as a destination for St. Louis. ...
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach Re-Opens Following $90 Million Renovation
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLC | January 27, 2020
MIAMI, Jan. 27, 2020 -- The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach is thrilled to have re-opened its doors following a $90 million, multi-year renovation that touched all elements of the property. Ideally located in the heart of South Beach, Miami, the landmark hotel was originally imagined by architect Morris Lapidus, and following its floor-to-ceiling restoration is set to deliver a rare and refined experience marked by timeless design, thoughtful programming, and the anticipatory service of the Ladies and Gentlemen of The Ritz-Carlton. "Today, The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach – a treasure in the brand's portfolio and in Miami - returns better th...
Tapestry Collection by Hilton Debuts in Northern California With The Inn at Saratoga
Tapestry Collection by Hilton | January 22, 2020
SARATOGA, Ca. - The Inn at Saratoga, Tapestry Collection by Hilton opens this month after an extensive renovation, including a new name and contemporary design, in the heart of charming downtown Saratoga, California. The 47-room boutique hotel will open its doors on January 21 at 20645 Fourth Street, just minutes away from some of the best wineries, golf courses and hiking the region has to offer. The Inn at Saratoga will be the first Tapestry Collection property in Silicon Valley, providing a quiet haven a short drive away from the stomping grounds of some of the world’s most innovative companies. The Inn at Saratoga offers thoughtful a...
Park Hotels & Resorts Unveils The Reach Key West Following Multi-Million-Dollar Renovation
The Reach Key West, Curio Collection by Hilton | January 21, 2020
KEY WEST, Fla. - Following a multi-million-dollar renovation, the newest addition to Hilton’s upper upscale Curio Collection, The Reach Key West recently made its debut and will be the brand’s first property in the destination. The reimagined 150-room resort, owned by Park Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: PK), is positioned on the only natural sand beach in the southernmost tip of the continental U.S. in Key West. The resort also features a new oceanfront restaurant and bar, Four Marlins, with a completely modernized design that offers delicious cuisine amid sea breezes on the open-air wood deck. “The Reach Key West is a highly antici...
HOF Village, LLC Announces $21 Million Renovation to Upcoming DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Canton, Ohio
HOF Village, LLC | January 9, 2020
Expected to join the DoubleTree by Hilton brand in the summer of 2020, the hotel will welcome travelers with comfortable accommodations and best-in-class hospitality CANTON, Ohio, Jan. 9, 2020 -- HOF Village, LLC (HOFV), the owner of the premier sports, entertainment and media enterprise surrounding the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, today announced that it will open a DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in Downtown Canton. The fully renovated hotel, which was acquired by HOFV in October 2019, is expected to open in the summer of 2020, in time to welcome guests for the 2020 Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Week Powered by Johns...
The Westin New Orleans Unveils $30 Million Renovation
Westin Hotels & Resorts | January 9, 2020
NEW ORLEANS, Jan. 9, 2020 -- The Westin New Orleans is pleased to announce the completion of a $30 million revitalization spanning the entire hotel. The extensive architectural and interior redesign includes major renovations to all guestrooms and suites, lobby/check-in, and 30,000 square feet of meeting space. The hotel also features new dining establishments Bistro at the Bend restaurant and Observatory Eleven bar and lounge, as well as new special event space, Riverbend Ballroom. The restaurant, bar, and ballroom are located on the 11th floor, where hotel guests may enjoy cocktails, Southern cuisine through a regional lens, and the abili...
Rosewood Little Dix Bay Opens on BVI’s Virgin Gorda Following an Extensive, Four-Year Reimagination
Rosewood Little Dix Bay | January 7, 2020
VIRGIN GORDA, British Virgin Islands, Jan. 7, 2020 -- Following a four-year closure and comprehensive renovation, Rosewood Little Dix Bay on Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands debuts today, marking one of the year's most highly anticipated openings. Originally founded by conservationist Laurance Rockefeller over half a century ago in 1964 and long regarded as one of the world's greatest getaways, the iconic resort has been completely revived and redesigned while staying true to its identity as a leading example of ecotourism. Set across 500 acres of pristine private beachfront and breathtaking flora and fauna, the reimagined resort pr...
Pebb Capital & Lease Florida Open New Hampton Inn by Hilton in Miami Beach, Florida
Pebb Capital | January 7, 2020
The reimagined historic Hampton Inn at The Continental features 100 guestrooms managed by Driftwood Hospitality Management Pebb Capital – a diversified, multi-strategy real estate and private equity investment firm – in a partnership with LeaseFlorida, today announced the opening of Hampton Inn at The Continental in Miami Beach, Florida. The new 100-key hotel features a wide range of amenities in one of the U.S.’ leading tourism destinations. This news follows the partnerships acquisition of the historically-designated property in 2016 and subsequent engagement in a $25 million rehabilitation to reposition its interiors to align with...
Quality Inn Clearwater Beach Begins Renovation and Rebranding to Dolphin Sands Beach Club
Choice Hotels International, Inc | January 6, 2020
Clearwater Beach, Fla. (January 6, 2020) - The Quality Inn beachfront hotel, located at 655 S. Gulfview Blvd., is currently undergoing a complete transformation and will relaunch in the Spring as Dolphin Sands Beach Club. The all new hotel will become part of Choice Hotels’ upscale Ascend® Collection which features historic, boutique and one-of-a-kind hotels that reflect the cultural fabric of their communities, creating a truly unique and rewarding guest experience. Dolphin Sands Beach Club boasts a premier location on the south end of Clearwater Beach next to the Hampton Inn and Suites, affording easy access to the area’s top att...
RMS Companies Plans Spring 2020 Opening of The Lloyd Following Renovation and Rebranding
RMS Companies | January 2, 2020
January 2, 2020 – Stamford, CT – On January 1, 2020 Hotel Zero Degrees in Stamford will close to make way for The Lloyd, a new luxury boutique hotel being developed by RMS Companies. The entire building will be renovated and transformed into a 94-room luxury boutique hotel with a warm modern design. The lobby lounge will include a celebrity chef-curated breakfast and will serve cocktails and a bar menu in the evenings. “After ten successful years of operating Hotel Zero Degrees Stamford, we are excited to transform this facility into the finest boutique hotel in the area with luxury accommodations and amenities, as well as first class ...
Best Western® Hotels & Resorts Welcomes Newly Renovated Best Western Premier® Hotel in Kansas City
Best Western Hotels & Resorts | December 19, 2019
Kansas City, Missouri (December 19, 2019)—Best Western Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of its newest upscale property, the Best Western Premier Kansas City Sports Complex Hotel. The newly renovated hotel opened its doors to guests as a Best Western Premier property offering modern décor, upscale amenities and superior service travelers have come to trust from the Best Western Premier Brand. “We couldn’t be more excited to join the exclusive Best Western Premier brand,” said Dennis Hulsing, Owner of the Best Western Premier Kansas City Sports Complex Hotel. “Our newly renovated property will be a shining example of wha...
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