Hilton CEO Sees ‘Opportunity’ For Hotel Acquisitions
Hilton executives said Wednesday that acquisitions are possible – a shift from the past 16 years when it has focused on creating new brands rather than buying up existing ones…
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Hilton CEO Sees ‘Opportunity’ For Hotel Acquisitions
Hilton executives said Wednesday that acquisitions are possible – a shift from the past 16 years when it has focused on creating new brands rather than buying up existing ones…
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Work begins on transformative condo and hotel development in Beverly Hills
Construction has begun on One Beverly Hills, a nearly $5-billion condominium and hotel complex that promises to transform the Beverly Hills skyline and be a commanding presence on its western edge…
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New U.K. Boutique Hotel to Open in Former Historic Department Store
The Store, a 101-room boutique hotel, will open in April at the location of the former Boswells Department Store, paying homage to the historic Oxford U.K…
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Surrenne, a luxury private members club gym and spa launches in London in April, with membership costing £10,000 a year. Spanning almost 2,000sq m across four floors, Surrenne is part of Maybourne Hotel Group’s new all-suite hotel, The Emory…
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Swampscott Hadley School Hotel Developer Picked: Select Board
The Select Board unanimously backed Clearview Investment Management's proposal to renovate the property into a 55- to 60-room hotel…
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11 of the world’s best luxury hotel bathrooms
Form and function find equal balance in these incredible hotel bathrooms that showcase beautiful design and luxurious amenities. The value of a beautiful bathroom cannot be overstated…
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TUI reveals new hotel line to encourage guests to live in the moment with ‘The Mora’
Brand strategy agency DesignStudio sought to diversify TUI Hotels & Resorts’ portfolio with a luxury hotel line that focuses on being in the moment…
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When Jumbos Become Hostels: How This 747 Became One Of Sweden’s Coolest Hotels
This Swedish Jumbo 747 was once a Pan Am Clipper but is now one of the most unique hostels in Europe…
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The Private Jet Villa Is World's First Boeing 737 Hotel Conversion, Will Blow Your Mind
Airplane conversions are not rare, but they're not the norm, either. Upcycling decommissioned aircraft is a task only for the strongest of hearts and the deepest of pockets, no matter how low and attractive the price of the fuselage…
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Bobobox, Indonesia’s largest outdoor accommodation operator, is looking to expand into either Japan or the US this year, as it seeks to deploy its sleeping pods and cabins in two of the world’s most developed lodging markets, according to president…
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Talaat Mostafa's ICON completes acquisition of 7 Egyptian state-owned hotels
Egypt's leading real estate developer Talaat Mostafa Group (TMG) has completed the final acquisition contract for a majority equity stake of 51 percent with full management rights in seven state-owned hotels, the TMG said in a disclosure statement…
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Tourists and business travellers alike hit the road again last year, boosting demand for hotel rooms by 11 per cent Canada wide…
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HOTELS IHG Hotels & Resorts re-enters Swedish market with the signing of voco Stockholm Kista
IHG Hotels & Resorts has entered into a franchise agreement with Mogotel and development partner Revelop, to mark IHG’s re-entry into Sweden with voco Stockholm Kista…
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Cheval Blanc to Launch in Seychelles
The Mahé Island property will feature 52 villas designed as an ode to creole traditions. Luxury hospitality brand Cheval Blanc is set to unveil Cheval Blanc Seychelles this fall. Nestled along Mahé island’s Anse Intendance beach, the new location…
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Hotel Industry Investors Cheer Expected Rate Cuts and Improving Fundamentals in 2024
Insurance Costs and Lack of International Travelers Dampen Profitability Expectations - As owners, investors and operators met in Los Angeles for the Americas Lodging Investment Summit, a healthy dose of optimism permeated the conference halls and…
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HB on the Scene: Catching up with Mark Shalala
Christina Trauthwein, VP, Content and Partnerships, Hotel Business speaks with Mark Shalala, SVP, development, upscale brands & real estate, Choice Hotels International, about the company and its upscale brands…
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THAILAND’S HOTEL INDUSTRY WILL ADD 10,000 ROOMS BY 2024
The Thai hotel industry is expected to grow by around 10,000 new rooms in 2024, according to Jasper Palmqvist, senior director for Asia Pacific at STR Global, a global provider of data, analytics, and marketing for the hospitality industry…
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How this beauty brand transformed its space into a luxury hotel of brands at the Ajio Luxe Weekend
From a lazy Sunday-inspired Maison Margiela suite to Huda Beauty’s “School of Snatch”, Laura Mercier’s immersive space and more, ‘The Tira Grand Hotel’ brought together an impressive line-up of luxury beauty brands at the Ajio luxe Weekend…
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