Future of Lodging

In hotels, as in banking, the real money is in being a capital-light intermediary rather than actually owning things. No wonder Posadas is pursuing its international expansion with an asset-light strategy.

Ever since Hyatt acquired Apple Leisure Group for $2.7 billion in 2021, it has been expanding its presence in the all-inclusive resort segment, which has gone upscale in recent years.

Now that all the big hotel chains are muscling into the all-inclusive space, Sandals aims to stand out by reminding travelers of its Caribbean roots.

All signs point to the buyout offer being okayed, given that it has support of Soho House's largest shareholder, Ron Burkle, and that it values the company at an 83% premium to its most recent market closing price.

The thing about small lifestyle hotels is that they're supposed to be unique and special. But a new joint venture called Lark Hospitality claims it can help run these properties lucratively for owners by applying some best practices at scale.

The agreement helps Hyatt meet surging demand while expanding earning and redemption options for loyalty members in a crucial market.

Hilton is wise to fine-tune its brands, adapting them for localized appeal in emerging markets. It will also need to develop relationships with the next generation of owners if it wants to expand its empire.

The move would give Minor International more flexibility in managing its assets and capital and comes a month after the chairman announced an ambitious growth strategy

In 2025, Belmond is rolling out offerings with old-school opulance that feels ripped from the pages of an Agatha Christie novel — if Christie's characters had wellness spas and farm-to-table dining. Think of Belmond as an anti-Aman: less minimalist zen, more maximalist glamour.

Can a music label make a good hotel brand? Universal Music Group believes you'll pay $400 a night to stay at its new Umusic Hotels. It aspires to build "cultural hubs" that combine hotel, entertainment, and local music heritage.