Kimpton Hotel Monaco Salt Lake City to Undergo a Top-to-Bottom Renovation
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Salt Lake City | February 24, 2023
Rancho Bernardo Inn Completes Guestroom Renovation
Rancho Bernardo Inn | February 24, 2023
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Westfields Marriott Washington Dulles Debuts After a Multimillion-Dollar Comprehensive Renovation
Marriott International | October 11, 2023
Chantilly, VA – October 11, 2023 – Marriott International, Inc. is pleased to announce the completion of a comprehensive property renovation to the Westfields Marriott Washington Dulles. The four-story hotel, located at 14750 Conference Center Drive in Chantilly, Virginia has a new look and offers a refreshed aesthetic, upgraded amenities, and enhanced meeting and event spaces. This includes the total renovation of all guest rooms and suites, 21 event rooms, all public spaces, Westfields Lounge and lobby, and the addition of six pickleball courts and six tennis courts. The 336-room full-service property is owned by an affiliate of Lone St...
Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando North Completes Multimillion-Dollar Renovation
Embassy Suites by Hilton | October 10, 2023
Altamonte Springs, Florida – October 9, 2023 Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando North is pleased to announce the completion of a multi-million-dollar renovation to its 277 All-Suite Hotel. The Fourteen-month extensive renovation project includes fresh and modern chic updates to all guest suites, lobby, atrium area, Omaha Steakhouse and more than 7,200 square feet of event spaces. Located at 225 Shorecrest Drive, Altamonte Springs, FL on beautiful Cranes Roost Lake, Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando North is just 8-miles north of Downtown Orlando. Conveniently close to major Orlando venues, such as the RDV Sportsplex, Maitland Art Museum, Orlan...
Great Wolf Lodge Expands Its Pocono Mountains Resort With Completion of $125 Million Resort-Wide Transformation
Great Wolf Resorts, Inc. | October 6, 2023
Scotrun, Pa. – (Oct. 6, 2023) – Great Wolf Lodge Pocono Mountains celebrated the completion of an expansive $125 million, top-to-bottom resort transformation that will give families new reasons to visit the beloved indoor water park resort. Actress and Broadway icon Sutton Foster, and renowned interior designer Nate Berkus were on-hand to help celebrate the official launch of the completely reimagined resort, with Berkus cutting the ribbon for the elegantly-appointed three-bedroom Woodland Villas and Foster capping the festivities by launching a spectacular drone show over the resort. “Our Pocono Mountain resort has long been one of ou...
California’s Hilton Garden Inn Monterey Completes Multimillion-Dollar Renovation
Crestline Hotels & Resorts | October 6, 2023
FAIRFAX, VA / MONTEREY, CA – October 6, 2023 The Hilton Garden Inn Monterey, California is welcoming guests into a newly reimagined hotel featuring cozy gathering places, stylish guest rooms, and a new lobby bar and eatery named Calla. The multi-million-dollar renovation marries style with a perfect location. The hotel is next to Monterey Peninsula College and walking distance to downtown Monterey and the Old Fisherman’s Wharf. Nearby are Monterey Regional Airport, Del Monte Beach, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, and Carmel-by-the-Sea. The hotel is managed by Crestline Hotels & Resorts, LLC (“Crestline”). Each o...
The Iconic & Historic Mauna Kea Beach Hotel to Undergo $180 Million Renovation
Prince Resorts Hawai‘i Inc. | October 5, 2023
KOHALA COAST, Hawaiʻi (October 5, 2023) – Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, an Autograph Collection, Hawaiʻi Islandʻs most iconic and historic resort, announces a $180-million renovation in 2024 that will signal the evolution of its offerings for today’s sophisticated travelers – while preserving its remarkable heritage and timelessness that has captivated guests since Laurance S. Rockefeller opened the resort in 1965. A phased transformation, which will commence in Q2 2024 and be completed in early 2025, will encompass a stunning redesign of the resort’s 252 guest rooms and suites, four dining venues including the resortʻs...
IHG Partners With MMS Land to Debut Vignette Collection in Indonesia
IHG | October 3, 2023
Jakarta, Indonesia – 03 October 2023 – IHG Hotels & Resorts – one of the world’s leading hotel companies with more than 6,000 open hotels across 100 countries – is proud to partner with MMS Land, to debut the first Vignette Collection hotel in Indonesia. Rumah Luwih Bali with its 74 rooms and suites will join the IHG system later this year, before fully converting to a Vignette Collection property in 2024 following an extensive refurbishment. Blending heritage and hospitality, the beachfront luxury colonial-style resort will be refreshed to offer an authentic, experiential, and considerate stay, as part of the growing Vig...
Renovation Trends: Stylish, Custom & Connected
George Rendell | October 3, 2023
Keeping 2023 property improvement (plan) projects on target requires creative procurement, realistic scheduling, and wherever possible, going local By George Rendell After working in the hotel industry for more than 40 years and in design and construction for the past 22 years, I’ve learned to expect the vagaries of every hotel renovation project. But the industry has moved into a new, even more challenging era when it comes to renovation. Higher guest expectations, elevated brand requirements, labor issues and supply-chain challenges have changed the way we budget and undertake every new project. Brand proliferation alone demands...
Alojica Completes Acquisition of Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa
Alojica | October 2, 2023
MEXICO CITY, Oct. 2, 2023 -- Black Creek Mexico ("BCM") is pleased to announce that affiliates of Alojica, a BCM sponsored investment platform, have completed the acquisition of the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa, from an affiliate of Marriott International, Inc. The 433-room beachfront resort, located in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico, is managed by an affiliate of Marriott International under a long-term Marriott Hotels & Resorts agreement. Alojica plans for the property to undergo a transformational capital improvement plan to convert the property into All-Inclusive by Marriott Bonvoy. Planned improvements include a compr...
Pendry Hotels & Resorts Opens Pendry Newport Beach Following Renovation and Rebranding
Pendry Hotels & Resorts | September 28, 2023
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIF. (September 28, 2023) – Pendry Hotels & Resorts today announced the grand opening of Pendry Newport Beach, marking the brand’s eighth property in the collection and third opening in Southern California. Located steps from Fashion Island, one of Orange County’s premier shopping destinations, Pendry Newport Beach features 295 thoughtfully redesigned guestrooms including 114 suites overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Newport Harbor and/or Back Bay. With chic interiors by Studio Munge, Pendry Newport Beach is a sophisticated interpretation of Southern California’s easygoing lifestyle featuring lush, garden-inspired...
Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia Unveils Multimillion-Dollar Renovation
Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia | September 27, 2023
SCOTTSDALE, AZ (September 27, 2023) – Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia is excited to announce the completion of its multimillion-dollar renovation, bringing a fresh and luxurious experience to its guests. The resort, nestled in picturesque Paradise Valley, Arizona, now boasts newly redesigned guest rooms and meeting spaces that blend Spanish-inspired elegance with the tranquility of the desert. The extensive renovation project, which began in June 2023, has transformed the resort's 293 guest rooms and 38 luxury suites into havens of refined beauty. From cozy sofas adorned with cactus silk pillows to Spanish-inspired desk ...
Courtyard by Marriott Washington Capitol Hill/Navy Yard Debuts Comprehensive Renovation
Courtyard Washington Capitol Hill/Navy Yard | September 26, 2023
Modern design and upgraded amenities enhance the guest experience at storied Washington D.C. hotel Washington, D.C. – Sept. 25, 2023 – The Courtyard by Marriott Washington Capitol Hill/Navy Yard, an inspired urban destination managed by HHM Hotels in the heart of the city’s vibrant Navy Yard neighborhood, today announced the completion of a comprehensive property renovation. Offering a refreshed aesthetic, upgraded amenities and enhanced meetings and events capabilities, the renovation ushers in the next chapter of the property’s story. “The needs of today’s traveler continue to shift and this renovation presented an opportu...
Le Méridien Tampa, The Courthouse Completes Extensive Renovation
Le Méridien Tampa | September 26, 2023
Tampa, FL [September 26, 2023] - Le Méridien Tampa, The Courthouse, a cherished registered historic building originally built in 1902, announces it unveiled an extensive renovation on Sep. 22. The extensive redesign was led by Saguez & Dash, and they strategically preserved the hotel's historical charm while infusing it with a fresh identity and a bright, modern aesthetic. "This renovation has truly been a remarkable journey," said Andrew Spicknall, General Manager at Le Méridien Tampa, The Courthouse. "I'm filled with excitement and pride as I witness Le Méridien Tampa emerge from this meticulous process, and I eagerly anticipate t...
Omni Charlottesville Hotel Undergoes $15 Million Renovation
OMNI | September 25, 2023
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (September 25, 2023) – Omni Charlottesville Hotel will soon debut its $15 million renovation of its guest rooms, public spaces, dining venues and meeting space. The hotel renovation’s design combines historic traditions with contemporary touches, drawing inspiration from Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello and the city’s rich culture. “Our team is very excited about this renovation and appreciates the many elements that honor Charlottesville’s history and traditions while also adding modern enhancements,” said Paul Maher, General Manager for Omni Charlottesville Hotel. Upon arrival in the main lobby, guests...
Sheraton Waikiki Unveils $200M Room Renovation
Sheraton Waikiki | September 21, 2023
HONOLULU, HAWAII – The Sheraton Waikiki is celebrating the completion of a multi-year, $200 million room renovation at its oceanfront resort along the famed Waikiki Beach. With breathtaking views of Diamond Head and Waikiki, Sheraton Waikiki sets the scene by the sea and is an ideal home base for travelers visiting Oahu. RESORT TRANSFORMATION The Sheraton Waikiki has undergone a major renovation of all 1,636 rooms and suites. The transformation project brought significant aesthetic and functional upgrades to guest rooms, suites, hallways and elevator landings on guest floors, function spaces, and retail experiences. Reconfiguring guest...
Braintree Group Opens River’s Edge Hotel, a Tapestry by Hilton, in Portland, Oregon
Braintree Group | September 19, 2023
South Waterfront, Portland, Oregon, September 19, 2023 – Braintree Group, a privately held, vertically integrated, national real estate development and investment firm, announced today the grand opening of the River's Edge Hotel, a Tapestry by Hilton. The newly renovated property is centrally located in the South Waterfront neighborhood overlooking the banks of the Willamette River. The 112-room hotel was originally acquired by Braintree Group in June 2021 and officially joined the Tapestry Collection by Hilton on June 13, 2023. Resolute Road Hospitality will manage the property. "Situated along Portland's South Waterfront, overlooking th...
Hotel AKA Brickell Opens in Miami, Florida
AKA | September 19, 2023
MIAMI, FL – SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 – AKA, a global leader in luxury hospitality and the creator of the World’s Most Livable Hotels®, today reveals its design transformation at the 36-story Hotel AKA Brickell, located in the energetic Brickell neighborhood at the Brickell Arch at 1395 Brickell Avenue. Just as Brickell continues to evolve and shape this burgeoning area of Miami, AKA does the same for the hospitality and design space – the brand evolves, shapes and leads the charge. After acquiring the 201-key property in 2021, AKA has invested $16 million into the property with a design reimagination led by world-renowned architect...
Classic Hotels & Resorts Rebrands As Marc & Rose and Launches Property Renovations
Marc & Rose | September 19, 2023
PHOENIX - Sept. 19, 2023 – Renowned hospitality group Classic Hotels & Resorts is rebranding to Marc & Rose Hospitality. It currently operates fourteen iconic hotels and restaurants throughout the American West including the Arizona Grand Resort & Spa, High Country Motor Lodge, Hotel Carmel, Laguna Beach House, La Playa Hotel, The Inn at Laguna Beach and The Scott Resort & Spa. Over the next 12 months, Marc & Rose will reintroduce two of its longest-held and most-beloved properties with multi-million dollar renovations undertaken in collaboration with world class designers: La Playa Hotel in Carmel-by-the-Sea...
Hyatt Adds Hotels in New Markets with Hyatt Place and Hyatt House Openings Across the U.S.
hyatt place | September 18, 2023
CHICAGO--Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the continued strategic growth of the Hyatt Place and Hyatt House brands throughout 2023. This growth includes expanding the brand’s footprint in the U.S. in new markets where there are no Hyatt hotels and the thoughtful expansion of airport locations in key markets. Today’s news comes on the heels of Hyatt announcing significant progress in the development of the Hyatt Studios brand, the latest select service brand in the Hyatt portfolio, including executed franchise agreements for the first locations in Mobile, Ala. and Marysville, Calif., emphasizing Hyatt’s strategy of ...
S Hotels & Resorts Acquires Mercure Glasgow City Hotel Leasehold
S Hotels and Resorts Public Company Limited | September 18, 2023
Asset enhancement work to run throughout 2023 and early 2024 at several major city centre hotels with high potential, as part of effort to maximise the performance of important assets in the UK. BANGKOK, THAILAND: S Hotels and Resorts PCL (SET: SHR), a leading hospitality investment and management company and the hospitality arm of Singha Estate PCL (SET: S), has announced the latest phase of its “3P” (“Profit, Portfolio, Planet”) strategy in the United Kingdom, with significant renovations at several hotels in key cities, including Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel, Mount Royal Hotel Edinburgh, and The Grand Hotel Leicester...
SureStay Plus by Best Western Reading North Makes Its Debut in Pennsylvania
BWH Hotels | September 13, 2023
Reading, Pennsylvania (September 13, 2023) - The SureStay Plus by Best Western Reading North has opened its doors in Reading, Pennsylvania, and invites travelers to experience one of the newest hotel brands in the industry – SureStay® Hotels, comprised of four distinctive brands offering traditional and longer stay travelers’ comfort and value while away from home. The SureStay Plus by Best Western Reading North will provide guests with an experience they can count on, and the amenities today’s travelers have come to expect. SureStay’s service promise reflects the brand and the hotel’s commitment to providing quality service ...
Riu Palace Macao Reopens Following Comprehensive Renovation
RIU | September 12, 2023
Punta Cana, 12 September 2023 — RIU Hotels reopens Riu Palace Macao. After several months of work, the hotel chain is unveiling this elegant 24-hour All-Inclusive Adults-Only hotel after a full renovation. The hotel, which became the first RIU Palace line hotel in the Americas in 1994, had been remodelled once before in 2012. Guests can now enjoy beautiful decor, new menus and new ideas, notably including Elite Club by RIU, an exclusive service with perks and spaces designed for guests looking to take their experience at RIU Hotels to the next level. The common areas are now decorated with the sophistication of the RIU Palace line, with ...
Aloft Denver Downtown Reopens Following Multimillion-Dollar Renovation
Aloft Denver Downtown | September 11, 2023
Denver, CO (September 11, 2023) – Aloft Denver Downtown has officially reopened, unveiling an approximately $3 million makeover, boasting updated guest room accommodations, lobby, food and beverage spaces, fitness center, social lounge, and more. The 140-room hotel is designed for the modern traveler who craves a vibrant social scene and smart style at an accessible rate. The property is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Denver, just steps away from the Colorado Convention Center, 16th Street Mall, and Colorado State Capitol, and is approximately 20 miles from the Denver International Airport. Part of Aloft Hotels®, Marrio...
Radisson Hotel Group Unveils Radisson Blu Pune Hinjawadi Following Comprehensive Renovation
Radisson Hotel Group | September 8, 2023
Radisson Hotel Group is delighted to announce the much-anticipated re-opening of the Radisson Blu Pune Hinjawadi post comprehensive renovations. Positioned as a gateway to the city's bustling business and vibrant entertainment hubs, this exquisite hotel is located amidst verdant greenery and enjoys proximity to major corporate parks. The hotel is easy to reach from Pune International Airport, Pune railway, and bus stations. It also has ample parking space for those traveling by car. Boasting its strategic location, Radisson Blu Pune Hinjawadi further offers proximity to notable landmarks such as Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park, Shaniwar Wada,...
Reimagined Americana Motor Hotel Debuts on Route 66
Practice Hospitality | September 8, 2023
Inspired by Flagstaff’s natural wonders, scenic drives and lunar history, Americana Motor Hotel is open following an extensive transformation led by Practice Hospitality, a Dallas-based hotel management company and operator of award-winning hotels with intentionally-crafted experiences and soul. Parked right on historic Route 66, this retro-futuristic motor hotel offers 89 artful rooms, a year-round heated pool, fenced in “Barkyard” with dog wash station, spacious Backyard with firepits, and telescopes to explore the star-spangled sky in the world’s First International Dark Sky City. “Flagstaff is a year-round playground filled...
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