Sonnenblick-Eichner Company Arranges $26,000,000 Of First Mortgage Financing for Residence Inn By Marriott Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, California
Sonnenblick‑Eichner Company arranged a $26 million first‑mortgage loan for the Residence Inn by Marriott in Walnut Creek, California. The non‑recourse, fixed‑rate loan is interest‑only for five years and replaces an interim bridge loan. The 160‑room extended‑stay hotel, located less than half a mile from the Walnut Creek BART station, benefits from lower financing costs amid a recovering Northern California hospitality market.
Barcelona’s Short-Term Rental Phase-Out Begins to Shift Demand Back to Hotels
Barcelona is beginning to phase out its roughly 10,000 licensed short‑term rental units, tightening the supply of alternative lodging. The reduction is already nudging tourists toward hotels, especially in central districts where enforcement is strongest. Early data shows higher hotel...
Travel And Tour World Reveals Top 100 Convention Centers in the World for 2026
Travel and Tour World released its 2026 ranking of the world’s top 100 convention centers, highlighting venues that combine massive scale with digital and sustainable innovations. The report notes that nearly 70 % of the listed venues have advanced green certifications and that...
HVS Asia Pacific Hotel Transactions Bulletin Week Ending 3 April 2026
Nomura Real Asset Investment formed a fund to buy the 515‑key Centara Grand Hotel Osaka for roughly $257 million, paying about $498 k per key. Hulic Co. sold its Yokohama Minatomirai mixed‑use asset in a deal valued at over $485 million, representing more...
175-Hotel Insolvency Case in Germany Highlights Growing Pressure on European Operators
German insolvency courts have opened proceedings for a portfolio of 175 hotels linked to Revo, marking one of the largest recent hotel bankruptcies in Europe. While occupancy and room rates remain relatively stable, operators face surging labor, energy, and maintenance...
Downtown Seattle’s Hotel Seattle Listed for Sale with Redevelopment Flexibility
The historic Hotel Seattle at 315 Seneca Street has been placed on the market by CBRE Hotels as a fee‑simple interest, free of brand or management ties. Recent upgrades—including a new roof, façade work, elevator, and modernized electrical and plumbing—eliminate many...
Prime Investment Properties Lists the Basalt Mountain Inn for Sale - A Premier Roaring Fork Valley Hospitality Opportunity
Prime Investment Properties has listed the Basalt Mountain Inn, a 25‑room boutique hotel in downtown Baslet, Colorado, for sale. The property is offered at $6.25 million and features 10,738 sq ft of renovated space, positioned less than 20 minutes from Aspen and Snowmass ski...
Accor and Risma Announce New Projects and Training Academy in Morocco
Accor and Moroccan developer Risma announced a multi‑project partnership in Morocco, highlighted by the upcoming Sofitel Tangier luxury hotel on the city’s corniche. The collaboration also includes a comprehensive renovation program to modernize existing Accor properties and improve market segmentation....
HVS Southern Europe Expands Team with New Leadership in Asset Management and F&B
Hospitality consulting firm HVS Southern Europe announced two senior appointments on April 3, 2026. Rúben Paula was named Head of Asset Management and Investment, bringing more than 25 years of hotel operations and turnaround experience across Europe, the Caribbean and Africa. Giovanni Fiorin joined as...
Why Events Like Harry Styles' Tour Demand a Smarter Direct Channel Strategy for Your Hotel - By Paige Lopez
Hotels can tap into “live tourism” by targeting event‑driven travelers, such as those attending Harry Styles’ 2026 Together Together Tour. Lighthouse data shows a 67% year‑over‑year spike in forward demand in Amsterdam and a 700% surge in bookings after the...
Hotel Industry News Today – April 2, 2026 | Hotel News Resource
Luxury hotel chains are broadening their portfolios beyond traditional rooms, moving into aviation, rail and cruise experiences to capture affluent travelers. U.S. hotel performance rebounded in February and late March, led by San Francisco’s event‑driven occupancy and ADR gains, while New Orleans...
Hampton Inn & Suites Selma-San Antonio-Randolph AFB Listed for Sale in Expanding San Antonio Market
The Hampton Inn & Suites Selma‑San Antonio‑Randolph AFB has been placed on the market. The 150‑room limited‑service hotel, located off I‑35 near Randolph Air Force Base and The Forum at Olympia Parkway, completed a full 2024‑2025 renovation, leaving it with minimal near‑term capital needs. Ongoing...
Radisson Hotel Group Surpasses 100 Hotels in Africa, Accelerating 2030 Growth Ambition
Radisson Hotel Group announced it now operates or has under development more than 100 hotels across Africa, marking a key milestone in its 2030 growth plan. In the past 12 months the brand signed over 15 new hotels, adding roughly...
Sofitel London St James Completes Suite Renovation by Pierre-Yves Rochon
Sofitel London St James has finished a multi‑phase overhaul of its six signature suites, unveiling the new Suite 70 and the Opera Suite. The redesign was executed by Paris‑based interior‑architecture studio Pierre‑Yves Rochon, featuring bespoke furniture, custom textiles, and curated 1970s‑inspired art....
Is the Middle-Class Traveler Disappearing - or Just Being Priced Out?
Travel recovery is increasingly uneven, with luxury and upscale hotels maintaining strong pricing while average daily rates remain above pre‑pandemic levels for mid‑range properties. This price pressure is squeezing middle‑class travelers, prompting shorter trips, off‑peak bookings and greater reliance on...
The Ritz-Carlton Opens Hotel in Wuhan’s Yuexiu Global Financial Center Tower
The Ritz‑Carlton has launched its first hotel in central China, occupying the 48th floor and above of Wuhan’s 330‑metre‑tall Yuexiu Global Financial Center Tower. The 204‑room property features a 270 sq m suite, a rooftop bar, Cantonese restaurant, and a sky‑high spa...
Marriott Opens Four Points by Sheraton São Vicente Resort in Cape Verde
Marriott International has opened the Four Points by Sheraton São Vicente Resort, its first hotel in Cape Verde and the 500th select‑service property in the Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) region. The 127‑room resort sits above Laginha Beach in Mindelo and...
Strong Demand, Weak Margins: The New Reality of Hotel Performance in 2026
U.S. hotels are seeing occupancy and ADR hold steady, even surpassing pre‑pandemic RevPAR in many markets. Yet operating expenses—especially labor, energy and insurance—are climbing, squeezing profit margins. Industry leaders such as Marriott and Hilton are pivoting from pure revenue growth...
Unlocking Agility in Hospitality Finance with Driver-Based Budgeting
Hospitality operators are shifting from static, incremental budgets to driver‑based budgeting, a method that links financial plans directly to operational metrics such as occupancy, ADR and labor hours. The new approach turns the budget into a dynamic model that updates...
Avoid Overpricing or Underpricing Your Independent Hotel: Are Your Rates in Line With the Market? - By Femke Nollet
Independent hotels often swing between underpricing to fill rooms and overpricing that scares guests away, both eroding RevPAR. Misaligned rates can deepen OTA dependence, dilute brand value, and leave revenue on the table even when occupancy looks healthy. Simple market...
HVS U.S. Market Pulse: March 2026 - By Rod Clough
HVS’s March 2026 Market Pulse shows U.S. hotel RevPAR up 3.9% year‑over‑year, with occupancy rising across luxury, midscale and economy segments despite inflation, the Middle‑Eastern conflict, and longer airport security lines. Luxury properties lead the RevPAR gains, while economy and midscale...
North American Hotel and Holiday Accommodation Sponsorship Deals Reach $303.11 Million in 2025
Corporate sports sponsorship spend by North American hotel and holiday‑accommodation firms hit $303.11 million in 2025, representing 50.1% of global spend and 436 deals. The region’s dominance stems from the U.S. and Canadian sports ecosystem, especially the big‑four leagues and college...
From Guests to Members: Hotels Test a New Hospitality Model
Hotel operators are piloting membership programs that grant ongoing access to lounges, coworking spaces, wellness facilities and curated social areas, shifting focus from nightly stays to continuous engagement. The model introduces recurring revenue streams and positions hotels as community hubs...
Precise Resort Tenerife Opens in Puerto De La Cruz After Two-Year Refurbishment
Precise Resort Tenerife reopened in Puerto de la Cruz after a two‑year, €10 million (about $11 million) refurbishment, transforming the 1970s Maritim Hotel into a modern 4‑star destination. The 153‑room property now offers sea‑view balconies, family suites, and a range of new...
AYARA Platform to Develop 50 Business Hotels Across Saudi Arabia by 2029
AYARA Platform, backed by a $1 billion partnership between Patel Family Office and Abdel Hadi A. Al‑Qahtani & Sons, will develop 50 branded business hotels across Saudi Arabia by 2029. The vertically integrated model will deliver 5,000‑7,000 rooms using modular construction and in‑house furnishings. Projects target...
HVS Insights: Navigating Uncertainty - The Middle East Crisis and Its Effect on India’s Hospitality Industry - By Mandeep S...
The escalation of the Middle East crisis in February 2026 has led to more than 40,000 flight cancellations or reroutes, forcing airlines onto longer, fuel‑intensive paths. Brent crude has surged past $100 per barrel, pushing fuel costs to 30‑40% of...
FIFA Releases Thousands of Hotel Room Blocks As World Cup Demand Patterns Shift
FIFA has released thousands of hotel rooms it previously blocked for the 2026 World Cup, including roughly 2,000 rooms in Philadelphia and 800 in Mexico City. The move reflects a recalibration of accommodation needs as the tournament draws nearer and...
U.S. Travel Runs $2.2 Billion Deficit as Outbound Spending Outpaces Inbound Demand
The U.S. travel industry recorded a $2.2 billion trade deficit in January 2026 as American tourists spent $23.1 billion abroad, outpacing the $20.9 billion spent by international visitors in the United States. Inbound spending declined 3% year‑over‑year, while outbound travel grew 7%, widening...
Meliá Hotels International to Open Five Hotels in Tunisia by 2030
Meliá Hotels International announced a five‑hotel expansion in Tunisia, targeting roughly 3,000 rooms by 2030. The first 307‑room Meliá Hotels & Resorts property will open in Mahdia later this year, followed by hotels in Tabarka, Monastir, Djerba and Tunis City...
Survey: Trust, Transparency, and Rewards Now Outweigh Price for U.S. Hotel Guests
A Choice Hotels International survey of 2,142 U.S. adults shows that trust, transparency, and rewards now eclipse price as the primary factors influencing hotel selection. Eighty‑three percent of respondents say trust determines perceived value, while 64% prioritize loyalty rewards. Hidden...
Lighthouse Named to Fast Company's Annual List of the World's Most Innovative Companies of 2026
Lighthouse, the AI‑driven commercial platform for hospitality, has been named to Fast Company’s 2026 World’s Most Innovative Companies list, joining 720 honorees across 59 sectors. The company recently unveiled The Hotels Network app, the first direct‑booking solution for hotels inside...
Hotel Industry News Today – March 23, 2026 | Hotel News Resource
A looming Department of Homeland Security funding impasse threatens TSA pay, risking airport delays and potentially dampening spring U.S. hotel demand. Meanwhile, hotels are seeing a surge in shorter, last‑minute bookings, driven by shifting traveler demographics and AI‑powered search tools....
Accor Details Pipeline Growth Across Emblems, MGallery, Handwritten, and Ennismore Collections
Accor announced that its collection brands now operate more than 180 hotels worldwide and have a pipeline of over 125 additional properties, representing roughly 65% growth in the coming years. The Emblems Collection targets 60 hotels by 2032, while MGallery...
TSA Pay Lapse Threatens to Disrupt U.S. Air Travel As Funding Fight Drags On
A federal funding lapse has left Transportation Security Administration officers working without pay, driving daily absenteeism to about 10%—five times the normal rate—and spiking to 25‑38% at major hubs such as JFK, Atlanta, and Houston. The staffing shortfall threatens checkpoint...
Greece International Air Arrivals Rise 5.9% in 2025, Driven by Market Diversity and Off-Season Growth
Greece recorded 31.0 million international air arrivals in 2025, a 5.9% rise from 2024. Athens International Airport handled 12 million passengers, up 9%, while Thessaloniki saw a 10.2% increase. The growth stemmed from a broader market mix—no single source exceeded 17.4%—and a...
Hotel Booking Trends 2026: Are Shorter Stays and Last-Minute Searches the New Normal? - By Jonathan Gough
Global hotel search data shows a 9% rise in one‑night stay queries and a 9% increase in bookings made within 28 days from Q1 2023 to Q4 2025, signaling a shift toward shorter trips and last‑minute planning. North America leads the change,...
Sedona’s Lodging Market: Resilience and Pricing Power - By Zabada N. Abouelhana
Sedona’s lodging market has stabilized after the pandemic surge, with occupancy holding in the high‑60 % range and average daily rates remaining above historical levels. Limited new supply due to topography and zoning continues to give hotels pricing power, while visitation...
Hotel Industry News Today – March 20, 2026 | Hotel News Resource
Hilton announced a partnership with YOTEL, using its loyalty, distribution and technology platforms to scale the tech‑forward brand without acquiring it. The move reflects a broader asset‑light strategy among major operators, while AI‑driven search tools like Lighthouse’s Connect AI aim...
What Is a Hotel Asset-Light Strategy?
The hotel asset‑light strategy shifts growth focus from property ownership to management, franchise and brand‑licensing agreements. Leading chains such as Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Accor and Hyatt use this model to expand rapidly while keeping capital out of real‑estate. Revenue comes...
Residence Inn Kansas City Airport Listed for Sale as Fee Simple Interest
The 152‑room Residence Inn Kansas City Airport, a Marriott‑branded extended‑stay hotel, is now listed for sale as a fee‑simple interest. Built in 2007 and last renovated in 2015, the property has seen $5.9 million of capital investment, roughly $39,000 per room....
Jet Fuel Disruptions Threaten Long-Haul Travel Flows in 2026
Jet fuel supply disruptions linked to Middle East conflict are threatening long‑haul air travel in 2026. Reuters reports African airlines see fuel accounting for up to 55% of costs, with some nations holding as little as ten days of reserves....
Travel Becomes an Emotional Release Valve in 2026
Travel in 2026 is evolving from pure leisure to an emotional release valve, with consumers booking trips to alleviate stress, reward themselves, and reset mentally. Booking.com’s 2026 research shows 73% of Mexican travelers book without a special occasion, and 24%...
U.S. Hotel Performance Is Improving, but Margins Remain Under Pressure
U.S. hotel performance posted modest gains in early 2026, with occupancy at 52.4%, ADR at $152.09 and RevPAR edging up 0.4% YoY – the first increase since March 2025. Despite the uptick, real rate growth remains well below inflation, and...
HVS Takeaways: Optimism Dominates at Hunter Conference 2026- By Courtney Vris
Optimism dominated the 2026 Hunter Conference as luxury and upper‑upscale hotel segments posted strong RevPAR gains, outpacing economy‑mid‑scale properties. Attendees highlighted the upcoming FIFA World Cup as a potential demand catalyst, while also noting the lingering risks of Middle‑East tensions...
From Dining to Lodging: Restaurant Brands Expand Into Hotels
Restaurant groups such as Nobu, Cipriani, The Wolseley and Soho House are extending their iconic dining brands into the hotel sector, creating integrated lifestyle properties. The shift taps into the rise of experience‑driven travel, where guests seek immersive food, design...
Global Air Passenger Demand Expected to Double by 2050, IATA Projects
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) projects global air‑passenger demand to more than double by 2050, reaching 20.8 trillion revenue passenger kilometres (RPKs) under its mid‑range scenario. Growth is driven by a 3.1% compound annual growth rate, with higher‑growth and lower‑growth...
JLL Lists 249-Room Candlewood Suites Portfolio in Bluffton and Charleston
JLL has placed two Candlewood Suites extended‑stay hotels in South Carolina on the market, comprising 249 rooms across Bluffton‑Hilton Head (124 rooms) and Charleston‑Northwood (125 rooms). The assets can be purchased as a combined portfolio or individually, and are offered...
Research Finds Luxury Travel Demand Growing Among Aspiring Travelers
Arrivia’s new "New Luxury Travel Playbook" surveyed 2,190 U.S. leisure travelers and found a growing appetite for luxury experiences among households with $100,000‑$1 million net worth. Comfort, convenience, privacy and attentive service now outweigh price as primary luxury drivers, with 34%...
Global Wellness Summit to Hold 20th Anniversary Event at Angsana Laguna Phuket in 2026
The Global Wellness Summit will celebrate its 20th anniversary at Angsana Laguna Phuket from November 10‑13, 2026. The invite‑only conference is slated to be the largest in the organization’s history, drawing CEOs, physicians, investors, technologists and policymakers. Four co‑chairs—representing finance,...
Tempo by Hilton Tucson Uptown Tops Out, Targets January 2027 Opening
Tempo by Hilton Tucson Uptown has topped out, completing its vertical structure and moving toward a planned opening in January 2027. The five‑story, 144‑room hotel sits at 7400 N. Uptown Dr., within Bourn Companies’ 2 million‑square‑foot redevelopment of the former Foothills Mall site. Operated by...