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Starwood’s Luxury Collection Spends $200 Million on Hotel Revamps

The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts has invested $200 million in restoring heritage hotels in Spain, France, and Italy. The properties include: Hotel Alfonso XIII, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Seville:…

News December 5

Online Exclusive – Soleto, Los Angeles

For the design of Soleto Trattoria & Pizza Bar, nestled amid the high-rises of downtown LA, Lee Maen of Innovative Dining Group (IDG) chose a familiar partner: Santa Monica-based Studio…

Projects December 5

Japanese Hotelier Fujita Kanko Opens Office in Taipei

Japanese hotelier Fujita Kanko Inc. will open an office in Taipei. With the new location in Taiwan, the company plans to promote its 50-plus properties in Japan while building business…

News November 30

W New Orleans French Quarter Reveals Overhaul

W New Orleans – French Quarter has unveiled a $9 million renovation to its guestrooms, Living Room lobby, and Studio meeting spaces. New York-based Nemaworkshop redesigned the hotel’s accommodations to…

News November 30

Bill’s Gamblin’ Hall in Las Vegas Converting to Boutique Hotel

Caesars Entertainment Corporation will invest $185 million in the conversion of Bill’s Gamblin’ Hall & Saloon to a boutique lifestyle hotel. The Las Vegas Strip property will undergo a complete…

News November 30

Hersha Hospitality Recognized for Sustainable Initiatives

The National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts (NAREIT) has named Hersha Hospitality Trust the winner of its Light Award for sustainable initiatives. Through its EarthView program, Hersha has reduced…

News November 30

First Best Western Plus Arrives in the Philippines

Best Western Plus has rebranded the Antel Hotel in Makati City, marking the brand’s entry into the Philippines. The property opened its new Serenity Tower, which joins the A. Venue…

News November 29

Shooting Star Casino in Northern Minnesota Implements Sustainable Programs

Shooting Star Casino, Hotel and Event Center in Mahnomen, Minnesota, is aiming to reduce its carbon footprint by implementing a variety of sustainability initiatives. An extensive recycling program salvages cardboard…

News November 29

Oahu’s Turtle Bay Resort to Embark on $60 Million Makeover

Turtle Bay Resort on Oahu’s North Shore will start a $60 million renovation in early January 2013 that will last throughout the year. Honolulu-based WCIT Architecture, who oversaw the property’s…

News November 29