KUD International Developed Waldorf=Astoria to Open

November 11, 2009 Filed Under: Construction, Real Estate
KUD International Developed Waldorf=Astoria to Open

The Bonnet Creek Resort adjacent to Walt Disney World, featuring a 500-room Waldorf=Astoria, a 1,000-room Hilton Hotel and a Rees Jones signature golf course, celebrates its grand opening November 12. The 428-acre project, developed by KUD International LLC, headquartered in Long Beach, Calif., also features a 249,000-square-foot conference center and a 25,000-square-foot Guerlain spa. Key elements of the Manhattan Waldorf=Astoria were recreated... 

The Melbourne Convention Centre earn a ‘6-Star, Green-Star’

September 6, 2009 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction, Real Estate
The Melbourne Convention Centre earn a '6-Star, Green-Star'

In the highly competitive Business Events market, hundreds of cities around the world are vying to attract global attention and a larger slice of the meetings market. Melbourne, one of the World’s Most Livable Cities – according to The Economist – has found a way to not only be noticed, but to set a global benchmark. Responding to the international call for sustainability, the Australian city has opened the ‘greenest’ convention center in... 

Doubletree by Hilton to Arrive in Malaysia in 2010

March 18, 2009 Filed Under: Construction, Real Estate
Doubletree by Hilton to Arrive in Malaysia in 2010

Hilton Hotels Corporation has announced that it has entered into a management agreement with The Intermark Sdn Bhd, signifying the debut of the award-winning, upscale hotel brand, Doubletree by Hilton, in Malaysia. The Crown Princess Hotel in the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur will undergo a multi-million dollar redesign and renovation during the next several months to become re-branded as the Doubletree by Hilton™ Kuala Lumpur City Centre. Scheduled... 

Hilton Hotel Owners Spend More Than $131 Million Upgrading 11 Hotels in Central U.S.

January 31, 2009 Filed Under: Construction, Real Estate
Hilton Hotel Owners Spend More Than $131 Million Upgrading 11 Hotels in Central U.S.

Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Hotels Corporation’s global brand of upscale, full-service hotels, today announced that eleven of its Hilton brand hotels in the central United States are in the process of completing renovations, which combined are valued at more than $131 million. These projects are part of an ongoing initiative by the Hilton brand to upgrade its facilities and guest accommodations in order to exceed guest expectations for... 

InnVest Real Estate Investment Trust announces adjusted monthly distribution

November 21, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

InnVest Real Estate Investment Trust (“InnVest” or the “Trust”)(TSX:INN.UN) announced today that it has declared a distribution of $0.0625 per unit payable on December 15, 2008 to Unitholders of record as at the close of business December 1, 2008. The November distribution represents a one third reduction from monthly distributions of $0.09375 per unit that have been paid since the Trust’s inception in 2002. “InnVest... 

Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc. Designates New Shelf Registration Statement to Effect Resales of Shares of Common Stock Issuable Upon Exchange of the Exchangeable Senior Notes Due 2027 of Its Operating Partnership

November 21, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc. (NYSE: SHO) announced today that it has designated the new shelf registration statement that it filed on November 6, 2008 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “Commission”) to replace the existing shelf registration statement that was previously designated on October 12, 2007 pursuant to the terms of the Registration Rights Agreement among it, Sunstone Hotel Partnership, LLC (the “Operating... 

Santa Clarita Named Los Angeles County’s Most Business-Friendly City for 2008 by Los Angeles Economic Development Corporation

November 20, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

The City of Santa Clarita is the most business-friendly city in Los Angeles County, according to the Los Angeles Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC). The award was presented to the City of Santa Clarita at the 13th annual Eddy Awards at The Beverly Hilton hotel in Beverly Hills. The City of Santa Clarita was recognized among a highly competitive group of cities with populations over 50,000, including Pasadena, Cerritos, Glendale, and Long Beach. “We... 

MHI Hospitality Corporation Announces Completion of Crowne Plaza Conversion for Hampton Hotel

October 10, 2008 Filed Under: Real Estate

MHI Hospitality Corporation (Nasdaq: MDH – News) announced today that the Company has completed the conversion of its Hampton, Virginia hotel to the Crowne Plaza® brand, pursuant to a 10-year franchise agreement through its franchising entity, Holiday Hospitality Franchising, Inc. with InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)]. The Crowne Plaza® Hampton Harborside is the Company’s fourth Crowne Plaza® asset and... 

John Q. Hammons’ Embassy Suites(R) Murfreesboro – Hotel & Conference Center Opens Ahead of Schedule

September 13, 2008 Filed Under: Construction

The new Embassy Suites® Murfreesboro – Hotel & Conference Center in Tennessee at 1200 Conference Center Boulevard is open to the public. One of the largest facilities of its kind in the area, the 10-story, 283-suite hotel and conference center offers 80,000 gross square feet of flexible meeting and event space. Featuring a contemporary décor, the hotel is owned by hotel legend Mr. John Q. Hammons and is managed by Springfield-Mo.-based John... 

New Liverpool Hilton – HVAC Ductwork Aims for Sustainability and Safety

September 10, 2008 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction

Specialist HVAC contractor Senior Hargreaves is supplying the prestigious Liverpool Hilton Hotel with ventilation ductwork and smoke extract ductwork. The contract will ensure comfort and fire safety for guests and staff at the 215 bedroom hotel. Forty seven luxury apartments are included in the development. The hotel was designed by internationally acclaimed architects Aedas and Kier Build Limited is the main contractor. Opening is scheduled for...