Posts Tagged: Hotel

kchopson

Checking out Marriott’s New Delta Hotel in Baltimore

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Delta Hotels by Marriott

In 2014, Marriott International opened a new brand of hotels in the United States, named the Delta Hotels and Resorts. These upscale hotels have many of the qualities that earn the designation “boutique.” Delta Hotels tend to be in trendy, urban settings while maintaining the character of the local culture. They are highly service-oriented and can be expected to have the “quirkiness” that is expected of a boutique venue. While Delta’s first U.S. Hotel, the Delta Orlando Lake Buena Vista opened in 2015, it was not the first Delta Hotel. The brand’s birthplace was in Canada, and proved to be... Read more »

lbradford

Is Keyless Entry “Key” for the Hotel Industry?

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Go directly to your hotel room. Do not stop at the front desk, do not collect your key card. This Monopoly-inspired scenario isn’t too far off for many hotel guests. Several major hotel brands have announced plans to install keyless entry systems that can be unlocked directly from a guest’s mobile phone. With keyless entry and mobile check-in, hotel guests will have no need to wait in line at the front desk upon arrival. Many in the hotel industry are hoping that this streamlined process will appeal to increasingly tech-savvy travelers. In January, Starwood Hotels & Resorts announced they would... Read more »

kchopson

Destination Review: Hotel George, Washington D.C.

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In easy walking range of Union Station on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., the Hotel George is the perfect stop for individuals or small groups who are working in the area or wish to be close to many of D.C.’s finest destinations, including the National Mall and Chinatown. As a boutique hotel, the George focuses on creating a unique experience for their guests. In this case, the “George” is our first President and his visage permeates the venue. Modern paintings of him, Martha and other things Washingtonian provide a consistent theme to the establishment. The charming ambience is coupled with... Read more »

lbradford

25 Hotels Opening in 2014

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With a new year comes many new hotel and convention spaces. According to STR Global, there are over 1800 hotels scheduled to open in 2014[1]. While this large number of new spaces is exciting, it can also be daunting to search through. We’ve compiled a quick reference list of 25 hotels with meeting and event space set to open in the United States this year. Opening January 2014 Courtyard Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard 1001 Intrepid Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19112 Courtyard New York Manhattan/Central Park 1717 Broadway New York, NY 10019 Four Points By Sheraton Charleston 600 Kanawha Boulevard... Read more »