Articles tagged “extended stay”

Marriott's scale and skew to slower growing segments has meant it has lagged behind its closest competitor Hilton on net unit growth for many years. Whilst its exposure to luxury historically disadvantaged growth, renewed interest in the development of luxury hotels post Covid will likely aid Marriott in bridging the unit growth gap with Hilton.

Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at business travel in the U.S., Marriott's new budget brand, and LGBTQ travelers in India.

Marriott's move underscores how hot the extended-stay category is.

Blueground's second acquisition this year is part of its strategy to build a global accommodation network, listing third-party inventory.

Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at travel's coronavirus recovery, Airbnb's optimism, and Hilton's extended-stay moves.

It was only a matter of time before Hilton formally announced it was opening an extended-stay brand, considering it's becoming a hot commodity for its major rivals.

Forget spas and cocktail bars. Indoor kitchens are the must-have perk at U.S. hotels now. Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, and Wyndham are smart to bet that the long-stay trend will be here for the long term.

Choice Hotels has defied U.S. economic uncertainty. One reason? The blended travel trend has extended its stay post-pandemic.

Prepare for Hilton to launch a long-stay apartment hotel brand. It's yet another move down into a more affordable segment by the operator.

Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks closer at United’s earnings, Extended Stay America’s optimism, and American Airlines’ airfare strategy.