Group business is top of mind for hoteliers in 2024, with research finding that hoteliers are prioritizing ways to strengthen customer relationships, improve outreach with new and repeat business, and plan and execute events more effectively. With this research, Amadeus developed an enhanced Delphi solution. Designed to support teams from sales lead to execution, Delphi has been updated to better meet the needs of any hotel. Whether a small property with limited resources, a full-service […] The post Amadeus Debuts Delphi Direct Online Booking Platform appeared first on LODGING Magazine ..read more

MEDIA, Ohio—The groundbreaking ceremony for The Legacy Hotel in Medina, Ohio, will be held on the hotel’s site and attended by local and state officials, project partners, and community members on July 26, 2024. Jason Stevenson, the project’s developer, said, “We are excited to bring The Legacy Hotel to Medina, creating a space that honors the rich history of this area while providing modern amenities and services. We take great pride in partnering with local […] The post The Legacy Hotel Breaks Ground in Medina, Ohio appeared first on LODGING Magazine ..read more

The first half of 2024 confirmed Accor’s growth outlook, which was presented at the Capital Markets Day on June 27, 2023, and reiterated in recent earnings and revenue releases. The group’s diversification, both in terms of geographies and segments, plays a role for each of the two divisions. During the first half of 2024, Accor opened 146 hotels, representing 24,000 rooms—i.e. net unit growth of 4.1 percent—over the last 12 months. At the end of […] The post Accor Shares First Half of 2024 Growth Outlook appeared first on LODGING Magazine ..read more

WASHINGTON—The U.S. hotel industry reported higher performance results than the previous week and positive comparisons year over year, according to CoStar’s latest data through July 20, 2024. U.S. Hotel PerformanceJuly 14-20, 2024 Percentage change from comparable week in 2023:Occupancy: 73.5 percent (up 1.0 percent)ADR: $165.91 (up 2.4 percent)RevPAR: $122.02 (up 3.4 percent) The U.S. RevPAR level was the highest for any week on record. Among the Top 25 Markets, Houston saw the highest year-over-year increases […] The post CoStar: U.S. Hotel Industry Reports Higher WeeklyPerformance appeared ..read more

Built in 1928, The Marcus Whitman is the oldest operating hotel in Walla Walla, Washington, and has a special place in the community. Honoring that legacy was a guiding principle of the hotel’s most recent renovation, completed in June. “We went with a theme that strikes a balance between historic and contemporary, preserving the historic infrastructure in the guestrooms and public spaces while adding contemporary touches,” said General Manager Ted Hawksford. The final element of […] The post Reviving a Vintage Venue appeared first on LODGING Magazine ..read more

WEST JORDAN, Utah—LivAway Suites has announced the opening of its first hotel located in the Salt Lake City metropolitan area. LivAway Suites caters to construction workers, traveling medical professionals, the military, displaced families, digital nomads, and others seeking intermediate to long-term accommodations. Having broken ground on this location in West Jordan, Utah, in June 2023, the 126-suite hotel was constructed in just over 12 months and offers suites with fully equipped kitchens and technological enhancements […] The post LivAway Suites Opens First Hotel Near Salt Lake City, Utah ..read more

PARSIPPANY, New Jersey—Wyndham Hotels & Resorts announced results for the three months ended June 30, 2024. Highlights include: “The resilience and highly cash-generative nature of our business model was once again on full display this quarter,” said Geoff Ballotti, president and CEO, Wyndham. “Amid a normalizing domestic RevPAR environment, we delivered strong adjusted EBITDA driven by net room and ancillary fee growth. We awarded 33 percent more hotel contracts domestically which grew our development pipeline […] The post Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Reports Q2 2024 Results appeared firs ..read more

WASHINGTON—The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) announced the launch of its Hospitality Law Database, which gives hoteliers quick access to a nationwide compendium of state and local laws that impact hotel operations. This new online tool will help hotel owners, managers, human resources professionals, lawyers, and others navigate and abide by the ever-changing patchwork of state and local laws that affect the hotel industry. Tracking laws across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, […] The post AHLA Launches Hospitality Law Database appeared first on LODGING Magazine ..read more

LONDON, England—InterContinental Hotels & Resorts announced a partnership with Timeshifter, an app based on the latest circadian science that devises personalized jetlag mitigation plans to help travelers manage the causes and symptoms of jetlag. InterContinental is introducing a range of “Intentional Flexibility” initiatives, designed to support guests in navigating their day-to-day travel. Timeshifter plans are based on guests’ chronotypes, normal sleep patterns, itineraries, and personal preferences, resulting in a personalized solution specific to each trip, […] The post InterContinent ..read more

WASHINGTON—The U.S. hotel industry reported improved performance results from the previous month, according to June 2024 data from CoStar. June 2024 Percentage change from June 2023:Occupancy: 69.6 percent (flat)ADR: $161.30 (up 1.5 percent)RevPAR: $112.33 (up 1.5 percent) Among the Top 25 Markets, New York City experienced the highest levels in each of the three key performance metrics: occupancy (up 2.5 percent to 87.8 percent), ADR (up 4.4 percent to $317.91), and RevPAR (up 7.0 percent […] The post CoStar: U.S. Hotel Industry Improves Monthly Performance appeared first on LODGING Magazine ..read more