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Accor introduced its annual line-up of new hotel openings to date. Across all segments and categories, Accor will bring a collection of new hospitality options across its spectrum of 40+ hospitality brands around the world. The following is a look at Accor’s 2024 openings: Luxury Orient Express Grand Hotel de la Minerve |Opening late 2024 Raffles Jaipur | Opening mid-2024 Raffles Sentosa Resort & Spa | Opening mid 2024 Fairmont Golden Prague | Opening late

DENVER—Stonebridge Cos. acquired a five-property, approximately 1,200 key hotel portfolio spanning the United States in late November. “Our closing of this transaction was especially rewarding due to the size of the portfolio, the multiple moving parts, and speed in which we were able to complete the deal,” said Navin Dimond, CEO and founder of Stonebridge. “We are excited to continue our strategic growth with the acquisition of these top-tier properties across the United States.” “It’s

NORTH BETHESDA, Maryland—Choice Hotels International, Inc. announced that it has completed the integration of the Radisson Hotels Americas business, transitioning nearly 600 hotels to Choice’s franchise system and digital platforms. The integration comes 16 months after Choice acquired the Radisson Hotels Americas brands in August 2022. Choice Hotels President and CEO Pat Pacious said, “With the Radisson Hotels Americas properties now integrated, we are well-positioned to further help reduce Choice franchisees’ costs, continue to boost

PHOENIX, Arizona—BWH Hotels announced a collaboration with Tesla to bring electric vehicle (EV) charging stations to properties throughout North America, with plans to expand internationally. Beginning in 2024, BWH Hotels will begin installing Universal Wall Connectors at selected hotels across North America. With the recent launch of Tesla’s Universal Wall Connector, the charging stations will be designed to charge any North American vehicle model. “This collaboration with Tesla underscores BWH Hotels’ unwavering commitment to sustainability

With the recent opening of its 40th Premier Suites property in Sparks, NV, Extended Stay America (ESA) believes the odds are very much stacked in favor of accelerated growth and additional milestones for the nascent brand. Launched in 2021, the midscale extended-stay flag has gained momentum among developers and boasts a robust pipeline of properties, according to Mark Williams, managing director, franchise development, Extended Stay America. Sandpiper Hospitality developed the hotel and will manage the