LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 55

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Hotel Equities Announces Planned Retirement of Founder

📈 ATLANTA, Georgia—Fred Cerrone, founder of Hotel Equities, will retire on November 22, 2025, after 58 years in hospitality. Cerrone, who became Sheraton's youngest general manager at 21 and a Marriott franchise pioneer, will remain as chairman emeritus. Post-merger with Springboard Hospitality, Brad Rahinsky is now co-chairman, and Ben Rafter is CEO. Cerrone's legacy of integrity and service will continue to guide the organization.

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Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel Completes Renovation

🏨 Northbrook, Illinois—Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel completed a property-wide renovation managed by The Gettys Group and Ste Marie Design. Starting in 2020, the renovation took place in two phases: updating all guestrooms first and then public spaces, meeting venues, and exterior. Now open, the hotel boasts 20,000+ sq ft of flexible space, 21 breakout rooms, and The Greenery venue for up to 500 guests. Enhancements include a new club lounge and tech-forward fitness center.

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Crescent Hotels & Resorts Announces Opening of The REMI Scottsdale, Autograph Collection

🏨 Scottsdale, Arizona—Crescent Hotels & Resorts opened The REMI Scottsdale, Autograph Collection, the first of its kind in the area. The hotel features 161 art-forward guestrooms by RSP Architects, including two Loft Suites on the pool deck. Culinary options include Kauboi, a Japanese steakhouse, F/Sixteen, an American diner, and Allegra Pool & Bar. The hotel boasts Scottsdale's highest rooftop bar and offers event spaces for gatherings and celebrations.

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The Venetian Resort Las Vegas Debuts New Signature Suites

🏨 The Venetian Resort Las Vegas revealed a major milestone in its $1.5 billion reinvestment with the debut of new Signature Suites. These suites are invitation-only and feature Italian craftsmanship, including Murano glass and walnut timber. The Chairman Suites, spanning 8,000 square feet, and the Presidential and Penthouse Suites showcase luxurious design elements. Design collaboration involved Meyer Davis, Richmond International, and Wimberly Interiors. The transformation also introduces new culinary and entertainment experiences.

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Rebel Hotel Company Adds Domain Sunnyvale to Its Portfolio

🏨 Rebel Hotel Company has added Domain Sunnyvale to its West Coast collection in Silicon Valley, a strategic expansion in the California tech corridor. Located minutes from major corporate tech headquarters, the hotel features contemporary rooms, workspaces, and local culinary influences. Rebel aims to provide boutique creativity with large-platform efficiency, enhancing guest experiences and management. This expansion is part of Rebel's recent growth across key markets nationwide.

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Hunter Hotel Advisors Brokers Sale of Hilton Garden Inn Springfield

🏨 Hunter Hotel Advisors facilitated the sale of the 117-key Hilton Garden Inn Springfield on July 11, 2025. Witness Investment acquired the property from Schulte Hospitality Group, with the transaction led by Spencer Davidson. Located in Springfield, Illinois, near Interstates 72 and 55, the hotel is close to key destinations like the University of Illinois Springfield. The hotel features an on-site fitness center, indoor pool, and The Garden Grille & Bar.

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L’Auberge de Sedona Joins Small Luxury Hotels of the World

🏨 L’Auberge de Sedona, Arizona, joined Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH), enhancing global visibility while maintaining its luxury experience. The resort, owned by DiamondRock Hospitality and managed by Aimbridge Hospitality, is now bookable on Hilton.com and the Hilton Honors app due to SLH's partnership with Hilton Hotels. SLH's portfolio includes nearly 600 hotels globally.

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Berkadia Announces Note Sale of Hotel Indigo and 500 Met

🏨 July 16, 2025, Brooklyn's Williamsburg: Berkadia and Cushman & Wakefield brokered the sale of Hotel Indigo and 500 Met, featuring 187 hotel rooms, 75 residential units, and 152 parking spaces. The buyer, a joint venture of HN Capital Partners, 109Co, and Farallon Capital Management, acquired the mixed-use development built in 2019. The transaction highlights New York City's strong market for high-quality, well-located properties, despite challenging capital market conditions.

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Lodging Econometrics: U.S. Hotel Construction Pipeline Continues to Grow in Q2 2025

🏨 At the end of Q2 2025, U.S. hotel construction pipeline has 6,280 projects/737,036 rooms, up 3% YOY. 1,120 projects/138,776 rooms are under construction. Upper midscale leads with 2,282 projects/219,875 rooms. Extended-stay brands make up 39% of projects. By 2025's end, 293 new extended-stay hotels/30,341 rooms will open. 329 hotels/39,628 rooms opened in H1 2025. 2025 forecasts 735 new hotels/84,788 rooms, a 1.5% growth. 2026 anticipates 823 hotels/89,073 rooms, and 2027 forecasts 902 hotels/96,242 rooms.

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AC Hotel Arlington National Landing Opens

🏨 AC Hotel Arlington National Landing, located in Arlington, Virginia, has opened after a multi-million dollar renovation, becoming the largest AC Hotel in North America with 355 guestrooms. The property features 8,800 square feet of meeting space, a 4,000-square-foot fitness center, and an AC Kitchen & Lounge. The hotel, formerly the Crystal City Marriott, offers easy access to transportation and nearby attractions like Amazon HQ2 and Virginia Tech’s campus. The AC Lounge operates a European-style buffet and happy hour.

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