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Two-Thirds of Travelers Agree the Best Getaways Are Spontaneous
Motel 6 | April 20, 2023
DALLAS, April 20, 2023 -- As temperatures begin to rise, travelers are getting the urge to explore, and new research shows they're acting on that spur-of-the-moment travel bug. Recent data from leading economy lodging brands, Motel 6 and Studio 6, reveals that two out of three (67%) Americans with travel plans this year say that the best trips are spontaneous and decided on a whim. The study, which surveyed over 2,000 Americans who plan to travel this year also found that almost three-quarters (73%) would be willing to visit a surprise destination. "Taking a last-minute getaway is a great way to add some joy into your life," said ...
NewcrestImage to Acquire 9 Arizona Properties From G6 Hospitality
NewcrestImage | January 6, 2022
NewcrestImage has reached definitive agreement to purchase nine hotels in Arizona from G6 Hospitality – six branded Motel 6 and three branded Studio 6. The transaction is expected to close in early March. “Acquiring properties, along with developing new hotels, are our two primary investment strategies for achieving growth in 2022,” said Mehul Patel, Chairman and CEO of Dallas-based NewcrestImage. “We look forward to creating fresh opportunities for these nine Arizona hotels in keeping with our operating philosophy, abilities, and track record.” According to Patel, Arizona is an attractive market because it...
Holiday Travel in 2021 to Increase With 70% of Americans Planning to Take a Road Trip
Motel 6 | November 17, 2021
DALLAS, TX – November 17, 2021 – Motel 6 today releases its fourth annual holiday survey, revealing that nearly seven in 10 (70%) of those planning to travel for the holidays this year will be road-tripping to their destination. The poll surveyed over 2,000 individuals and found that 82% believe it is important to spend that time with loved ones, and between Thanksgiving and New Year's, the average traveler will be journeying a total of over 600 miles. Of those planning to travel this year, one in three (32%) stayed home last year. When it comes to accommodations, nearly half say they'd consider a hotel or rental just for some privacy. ...
Hospitality Lodging Systems Adds 3 Budgetel Properties
Hospitality Lodging Systems | May 19, 2021
Three hotels have joined the Budgetel portfolio as conversions from other brands: South Point, Ohio -- 142-room conversion from Country Hearth located at the junction of the states of Ohio, Kentucky, and Virginia Paducah, Kentucky – 120-room conversion from Country Hearth located midway between Nashville and St. Louis Marietta, Georgia – 59-room conversion from Motel 6 located in north Atlanta suburb adjacent to the home field of baseball’s Atlanta Braves Budgetel now operates 36 properties. It is one of three brands offered by Atlanta-based Hospitality Lodging Systems (HLS), together with AmeriVu Inn & Suites with 2...
Americans Spent 176 Hours Scrolling Social Media for Travel Inspiration This Year, Data Reveals
Motel 6 | March 30, 2021
DALLAS - March 30, 2021 - The average American spent 176 hours scrolling social media for travel inspiration throughout the past year, according to new research from Motel 6. On the heels of the one-year anniversary of the health crisis, the economy lodging brand released a survey revealing that three in five (60%) Americans experienced a stronger desire to travel in the past 12 months than in a normal year and hope to turn that into a reality in 2021. The survey, which polled 2,000 U.S. adults, found that one in four (24%) respondents have been scrolling for travel inspiration this past year as an outlet for their pent-up desire to tr...
G6 Hospitality Announces 2018 Franchise Awards Winners
G6 Hospitality LLC | October 9, 2018
DALLAS, Oct. 9, 2018 -- G6 Hospitality LLC, a leader in the economy lodging segment and known for its brands Motel 6 and Studio 6 in the U.S. and Canada, today announced its 2018 franchise award winners. At the 2018 G6 Hospitality Owner's Conference in Puerto Aventuras, Mexico, G6 Hospitality executives honored 15 franchisees and partners whose contributions have helped strengthen and grow the enterprise with properties that continue to deliver clean, comfortable accommodations and great guest experiences. G6 Hospitality also revealed that year-to-date, 94 properties have opened under the Motel 6 or Studio 6 brands. "We're ...
G6 Hospitality Signs with HKV Hospitality to Develop First Dual-Branded Motel 6 and Studio 6 in Austin, Texas
G6 Hospitality LLC | December 6, 2017
DALLAS--G6 Hospitality, known for its iconic economy lodging brands, Motel 6 and Studio 6 in the U.S. and Canada, announced the signing of a franchise agreement with HKV Hospitality, LLC to develop a new property in Austin, TX. The new construction will feature both Studio 6 and Motel 6 brand offerings in the same location, and it is currently slated for completion in early 2019. Conveniently located outside downtown Austin, the brand-new Motel 6/Studio 6 property will consist of four floors with 98 total rooms and features enhanced architecture along with a large social area for optimum guest relaxation and enjoyment. The modern accomm...
G6 Hospitality Honors 2017 Franchisee of the Year Recipients Along with Top Performer Awards
G6 Hospitality LLC | November 16, 2017
ORLANDO, Fla.--November 16, 2018--G6 Hospitality, the all-American leader in economy lodging and known for its iconic brands Motel 6 and Studio 6, announced the 2017 Franchisee of the Year along with other award recipients as part of the company's annual brand convention held earlier this month at the Grande Lakes Resorts in Orlando. Themed "The Magic Within", the conference celebrated the brand's leading franchisees, including the 2017 G6 Hospitality Franchisees of the Year Rajashekar M. Reddy of the Motel 6 in Marble Falls, Texas and Nilesh (Mike) B. Patel of the Studio 6 in Mesa, Arizona. G6 Hospitality leaders, franchisees and speci...
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