Articles tagged “aloft”

Tourism

Saudi Arabia Nearly Doubles UAE in Hotel Room Construction

Destinations in the Middle East understand that to realize their very ambitious tourism goals, they need to create enough infrastructure. Little wonder then that Saudi Arabia is now racing ahead of United Arab Emirates to build more hotel rooms.

Saudi Arabia Nearly Doubles UAE in Hotel Room Construction

Tourism

Puerto Rico Events Sector Grows, Fueled by First Hotel Launch in El Distrito

Puerto Rico has seen its share of setbacks recently, but a fresh approach to experiential events paired with the launch of a tech-centered complex make the island an emerging leader for destination events.

Puerto Rico Events Sector Grows, Fueled by First Hotel Launch in El Distrito

Hotels

Marriott’s Revamp of Aloft and Element Points to the Future of Select Service Hotels

Everyone suspected the efficiency and consistency of the Marriott "machine" would be a perfect match up for Starwood's creative and innovative lifestyle brands. While it appears to be working for Aloft and Element, the true measure of success will be what Marriott can do with a brand like Sheraton.

Marriott’s Revamp of Aloft and Element Points to the Future of Select Service Hotels

Hotels

Netflix and Streaming Video Are Replacing Hotel Pay-Per-View Entertainment

If the advent of artificial-intelligence-driven smart speakers like Google Home and Amazon Echo is any indication, the Internet of Things is that much closer to becoming a reality, even when we check into our hotel rooms.

Netflix and Streaming Video Are Replacing Hotel Pay-Per-View Entertainment

Hotels

Following Marriott’s Lead, Starwood’s Aloft Pilots an In-Room Streaming Service

Consider this the eventual next evolution of making your hotel room a real home away from home.

Following Marriott’s Lead, Starwood’s Aloft Pilots an In-Room Streaming Service

Hotels

Despite Marriott Merger, Starwood Isn’t Easing Up on Element Hotel Rollouts

In fact, given all the praise that Marriott CEO Arne Sorenson has heaped on Element in recent weeks, it wouldn’t surprise us if Element’s growth gets even bigger when Marriott takes over. Element hotel owners and developers are probably thanking their lucky stars, too, knowing this brand won’t be going away anytime soon.

Despite Marriott Merger, Starwood Isn’t Easing Up on Element Hotel Rollouts

Hotels

Starwood Is Expanding Its Select-Service Footprint in New York

The hotel industry is looking for ways to grow and meet consumer demands. One route Starwood is taking is increasing the number of its select-service properties in New York state by 80 percent.

Starwood Is Expanding Its Select-Service Footprint in New York

Hotels

Starwood Concedes That Sheraton Is a Tired Brand

Sheraton needs more than a new marketing campaign. Hopefully substantive changes will be part of the plan.

Starwood Concedes That Sheraton Is a Tired Brand

Hotels

Starwood Betting That High Cost of Mobile Check-Ins Will Be Worth It

If things go Starwood's way, then all of that expense in introducing keyless entry at Aloft and W properties will be recouped in higher occupancies and rates.

Starwood Betting That High Cost of Mobile Check-Ins Will Be Worth It

Hotels

Starwood’s Room Growth Below Expectations, and Lifestyle Brands Don’t Help

Lifestyle hotel brands such as Starwood's Aloft and Element are growing substantially, but the smaller number of rooms in these properties is weighing down Starwood's growth. Starwood is looking at some creative ways and partnerships to jumpstart room growth.

Starwood’s Room Growth Below Expectations, and Lifestyle Brands Don’t Help