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Park Hotels & Resorts announced the completion of a $100 million renovation of its Royal Palm South Beach Miami, a Tribute Portfolio Resort, on July 22.
“Our investment in the Royal Palm reflects Park’s disciplined approach to capital allocation and our ability to create meaningful long-term shareholder value through high-return redevelopment projects,” said Thomas J. Baltimore Jr., Chairman and CEO of Park.
The renovation included the hotels’ 404 guest rooms and suites, “including the addition of 11 new guest rooms,” the hotel’s lobby and entryway, four new food and beverage concepts, indoor and outdoor public spaces, pool, beachfront amenities, and approximately 20,000 square feet meeting spaces.
Resolute Road Hospitality (RRH) announced the completion of “a comprehensive renovation” at the Residence Inn Boise West in Boise, Idaho, on July 23. The 104-suite, extended stay property underwent a property-wide renovation encompassing the property’s public spaces, guest suites and amenities to “enhance the guest experience and strengthen its position in one of the region’s fastest-growing markets,” RRH said.
“As a Boise-based management company, it’s especially meaningful for us to be part of a project that invests directly back into our own community,” said Gary Horton, President of RRH. “Working alongside Virga Capital, we approached this renovation with a focus on how today’s guests live and travel. We’re proud to deliver an elevated experience here in Boise while continuing to drive strong performance for ownership.”
The RESET Hotel in Twentynine Palms, California, has joined Marriott International’s Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy, the hotel company announced on July 27. The hotel is located on 180 acres of high desert landscape within close proximity to Joshua Tree National Park. The RESET hotel is the first new brand to join Marriott’s outdoor-centric collection since its launch in September last year.
“RESET was created to offer a more thoughtful way to experience the desert, one that brings guests closer to the landscape without competing with it,” said Shannon Ching, Co-founder of RESET. “Joining Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy gives us the opportunity to introduce that experience to a broader global audience while preserving the independent vision and sense of place that define the hotel.”
Choice Hotels International’s WoodSpring Suites brand was ranked number one extended stay brand in JD Power’s 2026 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction index study, Choice announced on July 27. The designation marks the fifth year in a row that WoodSpring has been recognized as a standout in the economy extended stay category.
“Earning the top ranking for the fifth time in a row is a powerful reflection of the consistency and dedication our owners, operators, and teams bring to delivering an exceptional guest experience every day,” said Matt McElhare, Vice President and Extended Stay Segment Lead, Choice Hotels International. “WoodSpring Suites is purpose-built to serve today’s extended stay traveler, and this recognition reinforces our leadership in the segment and our commitment to delivering value, comfort and reliable service for longer-term guests.”
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