Automatic - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 45

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Game-changing metrics: How Super Bowl LX will shape San Francisco’s hotel market

🏈 Super Bowl LX, on 8 February, will take place at Levi’s Stadium, San Francisco Bay Area. In 2016, San Francisco's hotels saw a 30% RevPAR increase, ADR of $244.36, and 81% occupancy. The 2026 forecast predicts a 37% rise in ADR to $293.69, with RevPAR at $192.81. October year-to-date stats show occupancy up 4.9%, ADR up 5.9%, and RevPAR up 11.3%. San Francisco’s hotel supply is 20% larger than New Orleans, affecting demand concentration.

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Luxury with soul: Jordi Caralt on redefining hospitality through emotion and purpose

🏨 Jordi Caralt Coloma, Corporate General Manager of Hidden Hotels, emphasizes the evolution of luxury hospitality towards emotional and authentic experiences over material excess. With over 30 years of industry experience, Jordi advocates for leadership that inspires through authenticity and empathy. Hidden Hotels, with properties like Gran Hotel Inglés and Posada Terra Santa, prioritize personalization and sustainability. The future of luxury hospitality will focus on emotion, sustainability, and meaningful connections, becoming "emotional sanctuaries" that prioritize people and the planet.

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Where Contemporary Luxury Meets Mexico’s Coastal Soul: Park Hyatt Cabo del Sol Opens its Doors

🏖️ Hyatt Hotels Corporation and RLH Properties announced Park Hyatt Cabo del Sol's debut, marking the first Park Hyatt in Mexico. Located in Cabo del Sol, Baja California Sur, the resort features 163 guestrooms and 88 suites with ocean views, private terraces, and plunge pools. With 34,500 square feet for events and a 59,000-square-foot wellness center, it's a luxury destination. Dining includes Costamar and Mesa Madre, with Executive Chef Miguel Gomez leading culinary efforts. Araya Spa opens in Q1 2026.

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The future of housekeeping: strategies for smarter, faster hotel operations

💻 Mews and Flexkeeping are transforming hotel housekeeping through tech innovation. In episode 55 of Matt Talks, Flexkeeping CEO Luka Berger discussed using modern PMS and tech for housekeeping efficiency. Flexkeeping automates tasks, reducing errors, with one hotel automating over 14,000 tasks in three months. Mews powers over 12,500 customers in 85+ countries. The partnership enables real-time updates and AI communication, revolutionizing housekeeping operations and guest satisfaction with a future vision of AI and robotics.

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Meliá Hotels International to Debut Its First Hotel in the Dolomites in 2026

🏖️ Meliá Hotels International partners with Gruppo Stay to open its first project in the Dolomites, set for May 2026 in Auronzo di Cadore, Italy. The four-star hotel will offer 53 rooms, a restaurant, bar, and spa, becoming Meliá's 16th Italian property. Just two hours from Venice, it's ideal for exploring the UNESCO-designated Cadore Dolomiti. It will coincide with the 2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics and features proximity to Dolomiti Superski, with 450 lifts and 1,200 km of slopes.

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Waldorf Astoria to Come to Spain’s Malaga Province with Waldorf Astoria Marbella

🏨 Hilton and Higuerón Developments announced the Waldorf Astoria Marbella, opening in 2029 in Spain's Malaga Province. The resort will feature 120 guest rooms, 120 branded residences, a 750 sqm spa, and a championship golf course redesigned by Robert Trent Jones Jr. Dining options include Peacock Alley and a signature restaurant. The signing ceremony was on 5 November in New York, attended by Hilton CEO Christopher J. Nassetta and Higuerón CEO Javier Rodríguez.

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Hampton by Hilton Set for India Expansion with First Five Hotel Signings in Partnership with NILE Hospitality

Hilton and NILE Hospitality will introduce five Hampton by Hilton hotels in India within two years, targeting Amritsar, Vrindavan, Raipur, and Lonavala. The expansion involves over 350 keys, catering to mid-market travelers with localized offerings. Hampton by Hilton maintains its status as the #1 lodging franchise for 16 years. Each hotel will feature optimized layouts and regionally inspired amenities, including a unique breakfast concept. This initiative responds to high demand for quality, affordable accommodations in India's evolving travel economy.

IHG Hotels & Resorts Expands Its Luxury Lifestyle Portfolio in Morocco with the Signing of the First Kimpton in Marrakech

🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts will introduce Kimpton Marrakech, a 67-room luxury hotel, in Q4 2026, through a franchise with Sirayane Hospitality. Located near Marrakesh-Menara Airport, it aims to attract affluent travelers seeking luxury outside Marrakech city center. This marks Kimpton's entry into Morocco, expanding IHG's presence in the country. Marrakech, drawing 25% of Morocco's visitors, is a cultural hotspot and gateway to the Atlas Mountains.

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Holiday Inn Commemorates 50 Years in Greater China, Unveils its Next-Generation Brand Evolution

🏨 IHG's Holiday Inn celebrates its 50th anniversary in Greater China with a commemorative brand book and the launch of Holiday Inn’s next-generation evolution. Founded in 1975 with its first hotel in Hong Kong, Holiday Inn now boasts over 250 hotels open or in development in the region. The brand's transformation includes enhanced guest experiences, new design elements, and the appointment of actress Cecilia Yip as Brand Ambassador.

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MGallery Collection Unveils New Address on the Island of Oléron, between Pine Forests and the Ocean

🏨 MGallery and CLR Hôtels plan to open Bel Hôtel Oléron - MGallery Collection in April 2026, on Oléron Island in Saint-Trojan-les-Bains. The hotel will transform the 1970s Novotel Thalassa into a 102-room luxury retreat, featuring 8 suites, directed by Michelin-starred chef Pierre Gagnaire. Located in a Natura 2000 site, it offers a spa, thalassotherapy, and local culinary experiences, emphasizing environmental conservation and regional collaboration.

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