LODGING Staff

🏕️ La Concha Key West, managed by Remington Hospitality, transitioned from a Crowne Plaza to a Marriott Autograph Collection property after a $35-million renovation in 2023. Located on Duval Street, Key West, the hotel offers 160 guest rooms, 14 suites, and seven Grand Dame Villas with concierge-level services. Notable features include Pure Wellness air purification systems in 10 rooms and a reimagined food and beverage experience with venues like Tropicado and Perla. The property aims to immerse guests in local culture, highlighted by partnerships with Key West organizations and cultural events.

🏠 The TownePlace Suites Knoxville Cedar Bluff was sold on December 3, 2024, by Hunter Hotel Advisors to a local investor, with representation from Tim Osborne, senior vice president. Located in a commercial and retail corridor near I-75 & I-40, the hotel is close to Downtown Knoxville, the University of Tennessee, and major corporations. The 97-key hotel offers amenities like a fitness center and outdoor pool. The new owner plans to renovate the property to meet current TownePlace standards.

📰 Extended Stay America, a leading mid-priced extended stay hotel brand in the U.S., announces the opening of Extended Stay America Premier Suites – Nashville – Smyrna in Tennessee, developed by RREAF Holdings and managed by McNeill Hotel Company. The three-story, 115-room property offers free Wi-Fi, breakfast, a fitness center, laundry, pet-friendly outdoor area, and fully equipped kitchens in suites. Positioned near key facilities like Nissan’s Smyrna Vehicle Assembly Plant, Amazon Fulfillment Center, and Middle Tennessee University, it aims to serve long-term guests. This marks Extended Stay America Premier Suites’ growth as the fastest-growing midscale extended stay brand since its 2021 launch, doubling its franchise owners in the past year.

🏨 A-1 Hospitality Group, based in Kennewick, Washington, announced a partnership with Delta Inn Hotel Group, led by CEO Scott Kim, to manage three Portland, Oregon airport hotels. The properties include the 150-key Courtyard by Marriott Portland Airport, the 121-key Hilton Garden Inn Portland Airport, and the 104-key Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Portland Airport. The deal aims to leverage both companies' strengths for growth in the hospitality industry.

🏨 WorldHotels, under the BWH Hotels global network, extends its WorldHotels Crafted collection in North America and Europe. Ron Pohl, President of WorldHotels, highlights the authentic, local craftsmanship experiences these hotels offer. The expansion includes City Hotel Gouda in the Netherlands with a range reflecting Gouda's heritage. Elm Hurst Inn & Spa, since 1872 in Ontario, Canada, offers 45 rooms, three luxury suites, a spa, and event venues. Flaner Hotel in Warsaw, Poland, features over 70 rooms in 1920s Art Deco style and ample parking. Hotel Croydon in Miami Beach, Florida, has 104 modern rooms, a rooftop sun deck, and is close to major attractions. Idlewyld Inn & Spa, built in 1878 in London, Ontario, provides 21 unique rooms and a gourmet restaurant. Saga Hotel Oslo in Norway offers elegant rooms and studio apartments with breakfast and a lobby bar.

🏠 Miami, Florida—Sonesta Miami Airport completed a multi-million-dollar, five-month renovation in June 2024, featuring a ribbon-cutting with local dignitaries and brand executives. The design team Dileonardi and HITT contractor revitalized 309 guestrooms and public spaces, including a rooftop pool, private cabanas, a 24/7 fitness center, and a new restaurant, Tailwinds. The hotel offers 7,400-square-feet of event space, with the Royal Palm Ballroom accommodating up to 160 guests, and connecting rooms for families or groups.

🏡 Opening in early 2025, The Ann Savannah, Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy, will add 157 premium suites, including studios and one- to four-bedroom units, in Savannah Historic District. Marie Dalis-Brown, director of sales, highlights the property's blend of modern comforts and historic charm. Onsite amenities feature a restaurant, fitness center, and a pool, with The Malin workspace opening in Summer 2025. Located near River Street, downtown Savannah, and an 18-minute drive from Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport.