HOTELSMag.com - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 22

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PM Hotel Group opens RESET Hotel Joshua Tree

🏨 PM Hotel Group announced the launch of RESET Hotel near Joshua Tree National Park, the first new hotel in 15 years in the area. Located on 180 acres in Twentynine Palms, it offers 65 rooms, a saltwater pool, and over 100 acres of preserved land. The hotel features sustainable design and community-focused hospitality. Split Rock Bistro will open in early 2026, offering locally inspired dishes. RESET aligns with PM Hotel Group's strategy for design-focused hotels.

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OUTRIGGER appoints VP of global brand marketing

📈 Jason Pirock has been appointed as vice president of global brand marketing at OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group. He will develop brand strategies and oversee media and marketing initiatives. With over 18 years in senior marketing roles, he previously led marketing at Springboard Hospitality. His expertise includes brand strategy and team leadership. Sean Dee, executive vice president, highlighted Pirock’s role in expanding OUTRIGGER's global presence as a leading beach resort brand.

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Six Senses La Sagesse appoints new GM

🏝️ George Vlachopoulos has been appointed as general manager of Six Senses La Sagesse, Grenada, the first North American Six Senses location. With a track record in hospitality across the Caribbean, Europe, and Southeast Asia, Vlachopoulos previously managed Park Hyatt St. Kitts. Six Senses La Sagesse is located on Grenada’s southeastern coast, spanning 38 acres, and boasts 56 pool suites and 15 private villas emphasizing sustainability and wellness.

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Orient Express La Minerva names new GM

📅 Orient Express appointed Simone Giorgi as general manager of Orient Express La Minerva in Rome, effective October 1, 2025. With over 20 years in luxury hospitality, Giorgi's career began in 2000. His previous roles include general manager at Park Hyatt Milano, Il Salviatino, JK Place Capri, and Villa Cora. Orient Express La Minerva, set in a 17th-century palazzo near the Pantheon, opened in April 2025. CEO Gilda Perez-Alvarado emphasized Giorgi's role in reinforcing Orient Express's commitment to Italy.

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Kimpton to open its first property in Napa Valley

🏨 Kimpton, part of IHG’s luxury portfolio, plans to open a hotel in Napa Valley, California, in 2028, joining 10 other properties in the state. The hotel will be located on First Street and the Napa River, featuring 123 guestrooms in two four-story buildings. Guests can enjoy amenities like a rooftop bar, garden patio, and outdoor spa. Stratus Development Partners owns this property, marking its first IHG hotel. Napa Valley attracts over 4 million visitors annually.

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IHG opens Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg

🏨 Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg Downtown, owned by Viral 24 LLC, has opened as IHG Hotels & Resorts' 175th Indigo property. Located near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, it features 136 rooms and the market's largest rooftop experience. Amenities include a heated infinity pool, Altitude Restaurant and Rooftop Bar, and a fitness center. The hotel offers 9,300 sq. ft. of event space and is dog-friendly, allowing two dogs up to 100 lbs per room.

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Accor rebrands four Australian hotels with Elanor

🏨 Accor and Elanor Investors Group will rebrand four hotels in October 2025. Byron Bay Hotel becomes The Sebel Byron Bay, Barossa Weintal transitions to Mercure Barossa Valley, Clare Country Club relaunches as Peppers Clare Valley, and Adabco Boutique Hotel becomes Mantra Wakefield Adelaide. Managed by 1834 Hotels, these changes aim to boost performance and guest satisfaction. The project involves refurbishments and adds to Accor's nine-hotel portfolio, enhancing brand position and commercial outcomes.

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Blackstone acquires EAST Miami from Trinity, Certares

💸 Funds managed by Trinity Investments and Certares Real Estate Management sold the EAST Miami, a 352-room hotel, to Blackstone Real Estate. The hotel, opened in 2016 at Brickell City Centre, a $1.1 billion development, saw over a 60% net operating income increase under Trinity and Certares’ ownership since 2021. This sale is Trinity GP Fund I L.P.'s first realized asset, highlighting strategic involvements and Blackstone’s investment in Miami's growing Brickell area.

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Onko Chishin adds two new ryokans

🏨 Onko Chishin Inc. will open two historic onsen ryokans: IZU RETREAT in November 2025 and OTARU RETREAT in December 2025. IZU, located in Atagawa, Izu Peninsula, features 16 suites with private onsens. OTARU, in Otaru, Hokkaido, consists of 18 rooms with sodium-calcium chloride hot springs. Both properties aim to provide cultural engagement and access to Japan’s major cities. CEO Tomoki Matsuyama emphasizes their mission as storytellers of Japan's hidden treasures.

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A balanced breakfast: How hotels are serving the most important meal of the day

🥗 Hoteliers struggling with breakfast costs since 2022 amidst rising expenses, with 60% revising budgets. A Turner/HotStats survey finds continental buffet with made-to-order items most profitable. Entegra advises using GPOs for cost-effective sourcing, while Bridgeton emphasizes portion control and waste management. Wellness-focused options like protein pancakes gain popularity. AI aids in reducing waste by tracking buffet returns. Innovations like programmable ovens and Scholl’s versatile breakfast solutions keep meals efficient and guest-friendly across Europe and beyond.

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