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Nancy Trejos, Skift
Best Western's unique longstanding model gives much power to its member hotels. But as changes quickly alter the industry's landscape, can the chain still compete effectively under the old ways?
1 month ago
Nancy Trejos, Skift
Ace Hotel has finalized the consolidation of its ownership after years of disputes with the estate of late co-founder Alex Calderwood. Now that that's been settled, what will the boutique hotel chain concentrate on next?
3 months ago
Jennifer Parker, Bloomberg
Kudos to the hotel industry for finding a way to repurpose these architectural gems. Now there's something to get bullish about.
4 months ago
Isaac Carey, Skift
When it comes to meeting spaces, ambience is becoming almost as important as functionality. As event organizers move away from generic conference rooms, boutique event companies like Etc. Venues and Convene are starting to expand.
4 months ago
Isaac Carey, Skift
As the boutique trend sweeps the events industry, a handful of venue providers are jostling for top spot. London's Etc. Venues thinks its "laser focus" will allow it to stand out in the United States, but will it be able to compete with more established players like Convene?
4 months ago
Nancy Trejos, Skift
W Hotels were once the hottest hangouts in town but two decades after its creation, it has been overshadowed by its younger competitors. Marriott inherited the W Hotel brand when it bought Starwood in 2016. Now it's up to Marriott to make the W brand shine again.
4 months ago
Expedia Group Lodging Partner Services + Skift
Independent hotels struggle to keep up with larger hotels and chains when it comes to adopting the latest technology, thanks to high costs and complexity of implementation. However, they stand to benefit substantially if they adopt the right systems.
5 months ago
Andrew Sheivachman, Skift
Standard Hotels buying into Bunkhouse Group seemed like a perfect match, one boutique hotel innovator investing in another. The goodwill seems to have soured since then, and it's difficult to know exactly what happens to the Bunkhouse brand without its founder.
6 months ago
Kate Krader, Bloomberg
Beyond the buzz of coveted stars, it's notable that The Hoxton's two restaurants have earned recognition from Michelin for quality value. The boutique lifestyle hotel's heavy emphasis on and investment in amenities seems to be paying off, just five months after opening.
6 months ago
Andrew Sessa, Bloomberg
Colleges are investing in upscale lodgings that reflect the brand of the school. This is a smart move to attract prospective faculty, donors, and students.
7 months ago
Reed Stevenson, Bloomberg
The famed hotel is best known for hosting foreign leaders, including U.S. presidents. But the rebuild, featuring two new buildings, also offers owners the opportunity to benefit from other mixed-use real estate developments scheduled in the area.
7 months ago
Danni Santana, Skift
With 18 hotels signed, opened, or under construction, Nobu Hotels is growing its hotel portfolio rapidly. But the chain is focused only on major global markets.
8 months ago
