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The Courtyard by Marriott Waikiki Beach in Honolulu, Hawaii, has unveiled a multi-million-dollar renovation, the property announced on April 9.
The redesign of the 405-room Courtyard was led by design firm 3877 and reimagined the hotel’s lobby, guest rooms, the 850-square-foot penthouse, and its food and beverage outlets.
“The transformation of Courtyard by Marriott Waikiki Beach is about more than interior transformations; it’s about creating inviting spaces that connect guests to the heart of Waikiki—business ready, island steady,” said General Manager Paul Garcia. “We’ve reimagined the guest experience to celebrate the pulse of paradise while honoring Hawai’i’s art of hospitality, defined by the warmth of aloha.”
Choice Hotels International announced a new chapter for its Sleep Inn & Suites brand with the opening of four “new construction properties built under the Scenic Dreams prototype, a next‑generation design that brings together nature-inspired modern aesthetics, operational efficiency and a deeper commitment to guest wellbeing.”
The Scenic Dreams prototypes include murals inspired by the property’s locale, calming color palettes, more natural lighting, and spaces designed for both relaxation and productivity.
“At the heart of Scenic Dreams is a simple idea: helping guests truly rest and reset,” said Mallory Enos, Head of Midscale Brand Strategy & Management. “These new Sleep Inn hotels bring together calming, thoughtfully designed spaces and innovative sleep solutions—while also offering a smart, efficient prototype that’s designed to perform for owners—delivering a refreshed stay experience that feels intentional, modern, and grounded in wellbeing.”
The four new prototypes are located in Ashland City, Tennessee; Middletown, Pennsylvania; Henderson, Nevada; and Savannah, Tennessee. More than 40 are in development, Choice said.
Gaylord Hotels, a Marriott International portfolio of hotel brands, is hosting “an extraordinary lineup of summertime programming,” Marriott said.
The programming includes Super Hero Summer featuring DC, part of a partnership between Marriott and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences, and the All-American SummerFest.
The Super Hero Summer programming includes events centered on the heroes and villains of DC Comics, featuring scavenger hunts, light shows, parties and themed dining. The All-American SummerFest programming features family-friendly activities, fireworks, pool parties, scavenger hunts, animal meet-and-greets, and more.
Activations and events vary by property. Find more information here and here.
The Eden Santa Monica in California was inducted into Historic Hotels of America, the property announced in early April.
The hotel was built in 1939 and “is rich in history and architectural integrity,” Historic Hotels said. The Eden has been continuously held by the same family since 1983, and “one of the West Coast’s most distinguished examples of Streamline Moderne architecture,” according to Historic Hotels.
“Becoming a member of Historic Hotels of America is a meaningful milestone for The Eden,” said General Manager Danielle Delcambre. “Our 1939 origins and timeless Streamline Moderne design are a defining part of Santa Monica’s story, and this recognition celebrates our ongoing commitment to preserving that legacy for generations to come.”
Find more information here.
