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Conquering festive fizzle-out head-on, the Holiday Hype Machine lets co-workers, friends and loved ones send personalized videos to anyone in need of a boost to tackle end-of-year work obligations

PARSIPPANY, N.J. (November 13, 2023) – Last-minute deadlines, performance reviews, unexpected travel—crossing that end-of-year finish line can be tough for any business traveler. Enter La Quinta® by Wyndham—the award-winning hotel brand known for helping business travelers be at their best—and its new Holiday Hype Machine, a personalized video-sharing experience where users can create and share custom hype-up messages with co-workers, friends, and family in need of an extra boost to conquer their holiday doldrums.

Bringing the Holiday Hype Machine to life, La Quinta enlisted the expertise of New York Giants wide-receiver, Sterling Shepard. No stranger to stirring up enthusiasm on the field, Shepard is one of football’s most energetic players, known for being the ultimate hype man for his teammates. This season, he’s officially adding a La Quinta uniform to his collection as Holiday Hype Man, firing up business travelers as he helps them tackle the obstacles keeping them from finishing the year on a high note. And it couldn’t be more needed, research shows that nearly one-half of the workforce hits “festive fizzle out” by December 18.

“Every great team needs a hype man, whether that’s on a football field or in an office, success relies on teammates keeping you motivated through those challenging moments,” said Shepard. “I have always loved the holiday season, but as someone who spends much of my time on the road this time of year, I know first-hand how chaotic it can feel to balance it all. As La Quinta’s Holiday Hype Man, I’m ready to put on my hype man suit and help people crush those end of year to-dos!”

With a few simple clicks and a sprinkle of holiday magic, hype enthusiasts can activate the Holiday Hype Machine to send personalized, hype video messages from Shepard sure to get their loved ones jingling all the way through the holiday – and end of fiscal – hustle and bustle. Simply answer a few questions about the recipient—What kind of traveler are they? What do they need hyped up about? And voila, the Holiday Hype Machine generates a custom hype video from Sterling that can be shared via email or text. Recipients can also share on their favorite social media platform or click to create a hype video of their own.

“We know our guests are champions at juggling it all while on the road — but it’s no surprise that there’s always extra pressure around the holidays to get things done,” said Krishna Paliwal, president, La Quinta by Wyndham. “That’s where La Quinta comes in. Our job is to be the bright spot in your journey, taking care of the little things—reliable Wi-Fi, a comfy bed, a filling breakfast, a great fitness center and now, spreading some extra hype —so that you can focus on the big things and get the job done right.”

Now through December 31, 2023, those seeking to spread extra holiday cheer can access the Holiday Hype Machine and share a custom video with friends and co-workers, for free. Learn more and send a video by visiting lq.com/hype.

About La Quinta by Wyndham
With over 920 destinations globally, La Quinta by Wyndham is a bright spot in every traveler’s journey. The brand offers thoughtful amenities, friendly service and consistently delivers an exceptional guest experience ensuring travelers wake up on the bright side. For more information, visit www.lq.com. Like and follow La Quinta on Facebook and YouTube. For hotel development opportunities, visit www.wyndhamdevelopment.com.

About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company by the number of properties, with approximately 9,100 hotels across over 95 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 858,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the economy and midscale segments of the lodging industry. The Company operates a portfolio of 24 hotel brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, Trademark Collection® and Wyndham®. The Company’s award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program offers approximately 105 million enrolled members the opportunity to redeem points at thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally. For more information, visit www.wyndhamhotels.com.

Wyndham’s pairing of these segment-leading brands supports extended-stay demand, provides enhanced amenities for guests, and streamlines operations for developers; the inaugural La Quinta and Hawthorn Suites dual-brand hotel opened today in a suburb of Austin

AUSTIN, TEXAS & PARSIPPANY, N.J., June 2, 2022 –Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) – the world’s largest hotel franchising company with over 8,900 hotels across 95+ countries – announced today the opening of the first La Quinta and Hawthorn Suites dual-branded hotel concept in Pflugerville, one of Texas’ fastest-growing suburbs. This first-of-its-kind pairing enables owners to reach guests seeking both extended-stay and leisure and business transient accommodations. This dual-brand concept offers thoughtful amenities and friendly service to deliver an exceptional guest experience and value.

This new brand pairing has contributed to 48 hotels in Wyndham’s now record-setting development pipeline of over 1,500 hotels, that include key markets across the country such as Orlando, Florida; Charlotte, North Carolina; San Antonio, Texas and Yuma, Arizona. La Quinta and Hawthorn Suites target different types of travelers, and this launch provides an opportunity to attract both short and long-term guests for the owners of these new hotels.

The new Pflugerville property has a combined 103 rooms, with 73 featuring La Quinta’s award winning Del Sol prototype guest-room and 30 with the Hawthorn Suites new room design. The Hawthorn room design includes modern, fully-equipped kitchens to bring extended stay guests the comfort and the conveniences of home, while the La Quinta Del Sol prototype features a fresh, stylish, and innovative design, providing guests with comfort and convenience while enabling productivity. The dual-hotel concept is smartly designed to streamline development and operation costs, and includes a shared lobby, spacious modern great room, fitness center, bar, amenities, and back of house all while appealing to the multiple types of travelers that have an affinity for these brands.

“Pairing our leading upper-midscale La Quinta brand with our benchmark extended-stay Hawthorn Suites brand offers expanded options for travelers and supports developers with operational advantages,” said Krishna Paliwal, Wyndham’s president of La Quinta, Hawthorn Suites and head of architecture, design, and construction. “Opening in Pflugerville is particularly exciting, as the suburb is one that has seen significant business and residential growth in recent years, and we’re looking forward to welcoming everyday travelers looking to explore this great destination.”

Ideally situated in Pflugerville’s Stone Hill Town Center, the pet-friendly hotel offers visitors easy access to hometown hotpots such as Typhoon Texas Waterpark, North East Metropolitan Park, and Lake Pflugerville. Just 15 miles northeast of Austin, guests can easily explore the state’s Capitol with a visit to the Austin Zoo, kayak on Lady Bird Lake, ghost hunt through the streets of Austin, or stroll through McKinney Falls State Park. While on property, guests can enjoy the heated outdoor pool and hot tub, visit the 24-7 fitness center, delight in complimentary hot breakfast, and find conveniences such as the business center, convenience store, and laundry facilities.

Interested developers can visit Wyndham’s dual-branded development website or contact the Wyndham Franchise Development team by email at [email protected] for more information.

About La Quinta by Wyndham
With over 940 destinations in the Americas, Europe, Asia and Australia, the upper midscale La Quinta by Wyndham brand is a bright spot in every travelers’ journey. Whether traveling for business or leisure, guests can rest assured, relax, and recharge thanks to the brand’s free Bright Side Breakfast®, spacious in-room work areas, and free high-speed internet. For more information about franchising a La Quinta hotel, visit the La Quinta franchise development website.

About Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham
Travelers can keep their routines in check when staying longer at over 75 Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham extended stay hotels in the U.S., Europe, Asia and Africa. Creating a welcoming, home-away-from-home experience is what Hawthorn Suites does best, thanks to spacious suites with fully equipped kitchens, guest laundry facilities, and fitness centers. For more information about franchising a Hawthorn Suites, visit the Wyndham franchise development website.

About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company by the number of properties, with over 8,900 hotels across over 95 countries on six continents. Through its network of over 813,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the economy and midscale segments of the lodging industry. The Company operates a portfolio of 22 hotel brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, Trademark Collection® and Wyndham®. The Company’s award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program offers approximately 94 million enrolled members the opportunity to redeem points at thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally. For more information, visit www.wyndhamhotels.com.

Steady new-construction growth for the La Quinta brand continues with latest opening, set just minutes from the Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk in California

SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (March 29, 2022) – Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,000 hotels across nearly 95 countries, today announces the opening of La Quinta Inn & Suites Santa Cruz in Calif. This opening marks the latest addition to the La Quinta portfolio, which includes more than 920 hotels. There are approximately 180 hotels in the La Quinta development pipeline, with additional openings scheduled this year in key U.S. markets such as Austin, Denver and San Jose.

This custom designed, new construction La Quinta hotel features 60 guestrooms and suites and is centrally located equal distance from the renowned Santa Cruz beach and boardwalk, as well as the restaurants and shops of downtown Sant Cruz. Hotel guests can enjoy stunning ocean views from their rooms and unwind in the hotel’s outdoor pool or relax on the terrace deck. Located along Highway 1 between San Francisco and Monterey, Santa Cruz features more than 14 state parks and beaches, offering world-class surfing, biking, and hiking.

“This opening marks a milestone moment for my family,” said Kiran Patel, owner of La Quinta Santa Cruz. “My father bought an older hotel on this property back in the 1970s, and now we’re thrilled to partner with Wyndham to unveil a beautiful new construction hotel to welcome guests to soak in the California sunshine in this very special destination.”

La Quinta by Wyndham is a leading hospitality brand that provides comfortable guestrooms, contemporary design, thoughtful amenities, and its signature Here for You® service. Guests can keep connected with free WiFi and a business center, sneak in a workout at the gym, indulge in a free Bright Side Breakfast®, and enjoy the convenience of mini-refrigerators, microwaves, coffee/tea makers, and more in their rooms.

“We’re seeing great momentum in new construction and incredible interest in the La Quinta brand from developers like Mr. Patel,” said Krishna Paliwal, Wyndham’s president of La Quinta and head of architecture, design, and construction. “Business and leisure travelers visiting beautiful Santa Cruz now have an exciting new option for a comfortable stay near the coastline.”

Interested developers can visit Wyndham’s development website, or contact the Wyndham Franchise Development team by email at [email protected] for more information.

About La Quinta
With over 920 destinations around the world, the upper-midscale La Quinta by Wyndham brand is a bright spot in every travelers’ journey. The brand offers thoughtful amenities, friendly service and consistently delivers an exceptional guest experience that keeps travelers waking up on the bright side. For more information, visit http://www.lq.com/. Like and follow LQ on Facebook and YouTube.

Scheduled to open in late December, the 200-room La Quinta by Wyndham Weifang South brings the brand’s hospitality to the Shandong province, with guest-friendly services and meeting and event space

SHANGHAI/SINGAPORE, December 1, 2021 – Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,000 hotels across nearly 95 countries, announces the debut of its La Quinta by Wyndham brand in China with the opening of La Quinta by Wyndham Weifang South scheduled for late December.

La Quinta by Wyndham is a leading hospitality brand with hundreds of locations in the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe and the Middle East, that provides comfortable guestrooms, contemporary design, thoughtful amenities and its signature Here for You® service. The arrival of La Quinta by Wyndham in China marks the latest stage of its global development strategy, and the latest addition to its Asia Pacific portfolio, which comprises over 1,600 hotels across 20 markets and territories. La Quinta also currently operates in New Zealand with further plans to expand in that market.

Recent openings in key U.S. markets include Austin, Texas; Brooklyn, N.Y.; Denver, Colo.; and Santa Cruz, Calif.. The brand also has a prescence in Canada, Chile, Colombia, Honduras, Mexico, and Turkey. In addition to China and New Zealand, La Quinta by Wyndham has also announced plans to further expand in the Dominican Republic, Mexico, and the Republic of Georgia. There are more than 175 La Quinta hotels in the development pipeline.

“The launch of our La Quinta by Wyndham brand in China marks our latest milestone in expanding Wyndham’s multi-brand strategy through attractive and innovative hotel brands across the country. There is a strong demand for branded accommodation in emerging cities all across China – including Weifang – which is fast becoming a thriving destination for business and leisure. The La Quinta by Wyndham Weifang South, with its well-appointed guestrooms and collection of exceptional meeting venues, is set to bring our brand vision to life, and provide our guests with a fantastic leisure or business travel experience,” said Joon Aun Ooi, President, Asia Pacific for Wyndham Hotels & Resorts.

A Leading Location in the City
La Quinta by Wyndham Weifang South is located in Weifang, one of the largest cities in the Shandong province. The city is known as the birthplace of kites, and offers a plethora of cultural and tourism offerings and surrounded by beautiful natural landscape that is perfect for mountain-climbing or sight-seeing. The hotel is perfectly positioned adjacent to the Sinomall in Fangzi, a popular commercial and business district, approximately 30 minutes to the Weifang Railway Station and 12 minutes to the Weifang Nanyuan Airport, which offers domestic connections across China.

Contemporary Design for Business and Leisure
The La Quinta by Wyndham Weifang is a new hotel with contemporary design, guest-friendly services and outstanding conference and banqueting facilities.The hotel features 200 guestrooms and suites, all equipped with modern amenities such as large-screen LED TVs, high-speed Wi-Fi and bathrooms with rain showers and bathtubs, allowing all travelers to unwind in style. There is an executive lounge, complete with private check-in/check-out, dedicated concierge services and an exclusive meeting room, and every guest can stay in shape at the Fit Lounge, an impressive 600-square meter gym and yoga room.

A Destination for Dining and Events
Exceptional dining can be experienced at a choice of three restaurants; Xian Café is a vibrant all-day dining destination with show kitchens and panoramic windows, specializing in fresh seafood, Japanese delights and desserts, while The Tasty is a specialty hotpot restaurant serving imported wagyu beef, Mongolian lamb, fresh seafood and more. The hotel’s Chinese restaurant, Xiang Palace, presents fine Cantonese and Shandong cuisine, with signature dishes and seven private dining rooms for special occasions and family gatherings.

La Quinta by Wyndham Weifang South is expected to become one of the city’s leading MICE destinations with 3,400 square meters of conference and banquet space. The 1,500-square meter pillar-free grand ballroom becomes the first hotel in Weifang to feature a holographic projection facility and offers the city’s biggest embedded LED screen. The 750-square meter multi-function banquet hall and 12 other meeting rooms, ranging from 70 to 200 square meters, will be equipped with advanced audio-visual technology, creating options for every type of business and social event.

All La Quinta by Wyndham properties participate in Wyndham Rewards®, the world’s most generous rewards program with more than 50,000 hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals worldwide. To learn more, please visit www.wyndhamrewards.com.

About La Quinta by Wyndham
With nearly 940 destinations around the world, the upper-midscale La Quinta by Wyndham brand is a bright spot in every travelers’ journey. The brand offers thoughtful amenities, friendly service and consistently delivers an exceptional guest experience that keeps travelers waking up on the bright side. For more information, visit http://www.lq.com/. Like and follow LQ on Facebook and YouTube. If you are interested in developing a hotel, please visit development.wyndhamhotels.com.

PARSIPPANY, N.J., November 8, 2021 – Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: WH) announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement with CorePoint Lodging (“CPLG”) concerning the termination of all remaining Wyndham hotel management agreements (“HMAs”) upon consummation of the merger announced by CPLG today.

The termination is conditioned upon the closing of CPLG’s sale, which is targeted to occur in the first quarter of 2022. Upon termination of the HMAs, CPLG will pay termination fees to Wyndham of approximately $84 million.

“The termination of these management contracts will mark our exit from the lower margin, resource intensive select-service management business and afford us the opportunity to focus on the continued growth of our asset-light and highly profitable, cash generative franchising business,” said Geoffrey A. Ballotti, president and chief executive officer.

Wyndham’s related franchise agreements are expected to remain in-place at the current fee structure (5% royalties plus 4.5% for marketing and reservation services).

The Company has posted additional materials on its investor relations website, www.investor.wyndhamhotels.com, to further disclose the potential financial impact of this agreement.

About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company by the number of properties, with approximately 9,000 hotels across nearly 95 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 803,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the economy and midscale segments of the lodging industry. The Company operates a portfolio of 22 hotel brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, Trademark Collection® and Wyndham®. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is also a leading provider of hotel management services. The Company’s award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program offers over 90 million enrolled members the opportunity to redeem points at thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally. For more information, visit www.wyndhamhotels.com. The Company may use its website as a means of disclosing material non-public information and for complying with its disclosure obligations under Regulation FD. Disclosures of this nature will be included on the Company’s website in the Investors section, which can currently be accessed at www.investor.wyndhamhotels.com. Accordingly, investors should monitor this section of the Company’s website in addition to following the Company’s press releases, filings submitted with the Securities and Exchange Commission and any public conference calls or webcasts.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including statements related to the termination of Wyndham Hotels’ management contracts with CorePoint Lodging. Forward-looking statements include those that convey management’s expectations as to the future based on plans, estimates and projections at the time Wyndham Hotels makes the statements and may be identified by words such as “will,” “expect,” “believe,” “plan,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “goal,” “future,” “outlook,” “guidance,” “target,” “objective,” “estimate,” “projection” and similar words or expressions, including the negative version of such words and expressions. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of Wyndham Hotels to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release.

Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements include, without limitation, general economic conditions; the continuation or worsening of the effects from COVID-19, its scope, duration and impact on the Company’s business operations, financial results, cash flows and liquidity, as well as the impact on the Company’s franchisees and property owners, guests and team members, the hospitality industry and overall demand for travel; the success of the Company’s mitigation efforts in response to COVID-19; the Company’s performance in any recovery from COVID-19; the performance of the financial and credit markets; the economic environment for the hospitality industry; operating risks associated with the hotel franchising and management businesses; the Company’s relationships with franchisees and property owners; the impact of war, terrorist activity, political instability or political strife; concerns with or threats of pandemics, contagious diseases or health epidemics, including the effects of COVID-19 and any resurgence or mutations of the virus and actions governments, businesses and individuals take in response to the pandemic, including stay-in-place directives and other travel restrictions; risks related to restructuring or strategic initiatives; risks related to the Company’s relationship with CorePoint Lodging; the Company’s ability to satisfy obligations and agreements under its outstanding indebtedness, including the payment of principal and interest and compliance with the covenants thereunder; risks related to the Company’s ability to obtain financing and the terms of such financing, including access to liquidity and capital as a result of COVID-19; and the Company’s ability to make or pay, plans for, and the timing and amount of any future share repurchases and/or dividends, as well as the risks described in the Company’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and any subsequent reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, subsequent events or otherwise.

Amplified by the challenges of the pandemic, 82% of moms say planning a family getaway is more stressful than it used to be; 78% admit to being even more tired after vacation than before they left

PARSIPPANY, N.J. (October 25, 2021) – The holidays are a time to reflect and recognize those we’re most thankful for, which is why this year, La Quinta® by Wyndham is teaming up with actress and podcast host Katie Lowes to celebrate the one person who—despite all the challenges the pandemic has thrown at her—continues to keep us all on track and at our best: mom.

Whether it’s navigating the world of virtual-learning or juggling the growing challenge of the office colliding with home, over the last 20-months, moms’ roles have become bigger and more demanding than ever before. That’s why this holiday season, La Quinta by Wyndham is launching “Thankful for Mom,” a brand-first series of virtual meetups aimed at connecting moms coast-to-coast while helping them overcome the stress and challenges of work, home and holiday travel.

“Moms are among the many unsung heroes of the pandemic – balancing work, life, school, parenting, and of course, travel,” said Carolina Matias-Perez, senior director, Brand Marketing, La Quinta by Wyndham. “Data routinely shows that in most families, mom, in addition to everything else she does, has to play travel planner too. Not surprisingly, it can be stressful. Thankful for Mom is about extending moms a lifeline while letting them know they’re not in it alone.”

A recent study conducted earlier this month by La Quinta found that the brunt of vacation planning continues to fall disproportionately on moms (more than 60%), adding to their already busy schedules. What’s more, 82% of moms say planning a family getaway is more stressful than it used to be, indicating some of their top stress drivers as packing for the whole family, planning activities and scheduling pet care. Further, 78% of moms admit they’re more tired after a family vacation than before they left, suggesting that the family vacation isn’t really a vacation at all. Thankful for Mom aims to lessen and help alleviate these trends.

Connecting Moms Coast-to-Coast
La Quinta by Wyndham’s Thankful for Mom series kicks off next Wednesday, Nov. 3 and runs weekly through Nov. 17, wrapping up just ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. Free-to-join, each of the three, online, interactive evening events will run around 90-minutes and feature a range of well-known parenting, travel and lifestyle experts sharing how-to insights, hands-on tips, and inspirational stories. Each event is slated to begin on its scheduled date at 8 p.m. ET.

Among the speakers being featured in the series’ first event on Nov. 3: actress and podcast host Katie Lowes. Best known for her role as Quinn Perkins in the ABC political drama series “Scandal,” Katie currently hosts the award-winning podcast “Katie’s Crib,” where she welcomes guests for honest conversations about parenthood while sharing her own experiences as a working-mom.

“Moms are the real warriors at confronting life’s challenges headfirst, which is why I am thrilled to team up with La Quinta in bringing moms together for conversations around topics that matter most to them,” said Lowes. “As a mom, I know firsthand the job is like running a never-ending marathon that shifted to a non-stop roller coaster during the pandemic. This year, more than most, every mom should be thanked—and most importantly, celebrated.”

Additional speakers being featured throughout the meetups include blogger Sarah Wagner, boss mom and host of Disney Family Sundays Amber Kemp-Gerstel, and entrepreneur Karla Lu, among others. Meetups will center on common challenges faced both by working and stay-at-home moms, including, traveling with the family, itinerary planning, packing tips, business travel, entertaining the kids, self-care and more. Each online event will also feature a fun activity—such as a mixology session—plus the chance for participants to win one of several great prizes.

For more information about La Quinta by Wyndham’s Thankful for Mom series of meetups, including a full schedule of speakers and events, plus details on how to register for free, visit www.lq.com/thankful. To book your next getaway with La Quinta visit, www.lq.com. Now through January 14, 2022, travelers can earn a free night—provided in the form of 7,500 Wyndham Rewards® points—when they stay any four nights before January 18, 2022. Full terms and conditions are available at www.wyndhamrewards.com.

Survey Methodology
The La Quinta by Wyndham Survey was conducted by Wakefield Research among 1,000 Nationally Representative U.S. Moms Ages 25-40, with “Mom” defined as those with children in the home, between October 8^th to October 13^th, 2021, using an email invitation and an online survey. Quotas have been set to ensure reliable and accurate representation of U.S. Moms Ages 25-40. The margin of error for the study is +/- 3.1%.

About La Quinta by Wyndham
With over 925 destinations globally, La Quinta by Wyndham is a bright spot in every traveler’s journey. The brand offers thoughtful amenities, friendly service and consistently delivers an exceptional guest experience that keeps travelers waking up on the bright side. For more information, visit www.lq.com. Like and follow La Quinta on Facebook and YouTube. For hotel development opportunities, visit www.wyndhamdevelopment.com.

Growth for Wyndham’s Highly Sought-After Del Sol Prototype Continues with 175 La Quinta hotels now in its development pipeline

PARSIPPANY, N.J. (July 15, 2021) – Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with over 8,900 hotels across nearly 95 countries, today announced the opening of La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Nashville Downtown/Stadium, featuring the brand’s Del Sol prototype. There are 175 La Quinta hotels in the development pipeline, with openings scheduled this year in key U.S. markets such as Austin, Texas; Brooklyn, N.Y.; Denver, Colo.; and Santa Cruz, Calif. Internationally, the brand, which currently operates in Canada, Chile, Colombia, Honduras, Mexico, Turkey, and New Zealand, has also announced plans to further expand in China, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, and the United Arab Emirates.

La Quinta’s Del Sol prototype was created with the objective to maximize revenue-per-sq.-ft. while maintaining a competitive cost per key. It features a fresh, stylish and innovative design, providing guests with comfort and convenience while enabling productivity, making it appealing to both business and leisure travelers. La Quinta has continued to garner the interest of developers due to its strong performance of gaining 490 basis points of RevPAR Index in 2020 against its competitive set, according to STR data. Dedicated to guest service and satisfaction, La Quinta by Wyndham offers an elevated stay in a contemporary setting. With thoughtful amenities and friendly service, this brand consistently delivers an exceptional guest experience that keeps travelers waking up on the bright side.

Located along the East Bank of Nashville’s Cumberland River, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Nashville Downtown/Stadium debuts 205 spacious guest rooms outfitted with amenities to relax and recharge, more than 2,000 square feet of event space, an on-site restaurant and bar, a business center to stay connected, a fitness center to squeeze in a workout while on the road, and a welcoming heated indoor pool. The hotel also offers amenities ranging from laundry facilities and dry cleaning service to Bright Side Breakfast®. With modern, locally inspired design elements, including an expansive hand-tiled mosaic reflective of the city’s music scene behind the front desk, the heartbeat of Nashville is evident throughout the hotel.

“We are delighted to bring La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham’s Del Sol prototype to the bustling city of Nashville,” said Krishna Paliwal, Wyndham’s president of La Quinta and head of architecture, design, and construction. “Timed with the return of the summer travel season, we are excited to expand the brand’s portfolio and welcome visitors to this very special southern city.”

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Nashville Downtown/Stadium is located nine miles from Nashville International Airport, across the street from Nissan Stadium, home to the Tennessee Titans, and minutes from the excitement of Broadway. Visitors can immerse themselves in music history with a visit to the Grand Ole Opry and Ryman Auditorium, see Elvis’ Cadillac and additional iconic memorabilia at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, or catch a Predators game at Bridgestone Arena. Centennial Park is nearby and home to a full-scale replica of the Parthenon, as is the stunning 55-acre botanical garden at Cheekwood. Business travelers can expect to be conveniently located near companies like Amazon, Bridgestone, and iHeartRadio.

“I’m so happy to join Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, and to bring the company’s hospitality and new La Quinta design to Nashville,” said Ray Dayal, Owner of La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Nashville Downtown/Stadium. “The support that the company has for its franchisees is unmatched, and I am looking forward to the further opportunities that this new relationship offers.”

With a focus on new construction and high-quality conversions, La Quinta redefines the upper midscale category and is a top provider of select-service lodging with excellent accommodations that appeal to both business and leisure travelers in the midscale segment. Interested developers can visit Wyndham’s development website or contact the Wyndham Franchise Development team by email at [email protected].

About La Quinta by Wyndham
With nearly 940 destinations around the world, the upper-midscale La Quinta by Wyndham brand is a bright spot in every travelers’ journey. The brand offers thoughtful amenities, friendly service and consistently delivers an exceptional guest experience that keeps travelers waking up on the bright side. For more information, visit www.lq.com. Like and follow LQ on Facebook and YouTube. If you are interested in developing a hotel, please visit development.wyndhamhotels.com.

About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company by the number of properties, with over 8,900 hotels across nearly 95 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 796,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the economy and midscale segments of the lodging industry. The Company operates a portfolio of 21 hotel brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, Trademark Collection® and Wyndham®. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is also a leading provider of hotel management services. The Company’s award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program offers 87 million enrolled members the opportunity to redeem points at thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally. For more information, visit www.wyndhamhotels.com.

Strategic growth of new construction prototypes drives new construction pipeline of over 950 hotels across company’s brands

PARSIPPANY, N.J. (June 14, 2021) – Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with over 8,900 hotels across nearly 95 countries, has continued strong momentum in new construction for its newly introduced prototypes and dual-branded hotels. In the 12 months from April 2020 to March 2021, Wyndham has executed nearly 100 new construction deals across the United States, achieving approximately 90 percent of the previous 12 months’ pre-pandemic levels. The company’s new construction pipeline now includes over 260 hotels that are currently under construction contributing to an overall new construction pipeline of 950 hotels, which will add approximately 140,000 rooms to its domestic and international portfolio.

In the second quarter of 2021 alone, La Quinta by Wyndham has opened or is scheduled to open six new construction upper-midscale Del Sol prototype hotels, including:

La Quinta by Wyndham – Corpus Christi, Texas (opened)
La Quinta by Wyndham – Terrell, Texas (opened)
La Quinta by Wyndham – Littleton, Colorado (opened)
La Quinta by Wyndham – Shorewood, Illinois (opened)
La Quinta by Wyndham – San Antonio, Texas (scheduled to open in June)
La Quinta by Wyndham – Nashville, Tennessee (scheduled to open in June)

La Quinta by Wyndham Del Sol Prototype
Interest for the stylish and innovative Del Sol prototype has soared, with developers attracted to the sleek design, adaptable layout, and La Quinta’s strong RevPAR performance relative to its competition throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. The brand recently announced the opening of its 120th La Quinta Del Sol prototype hotel. Additional upcoming Del Sol prototype openings include La Quinta by Wyndham Round Rock East in Texas, and La Quinta by Wyndham Maricopa – Copper Sky in Arizona.

Microtel by Wyndham Moda Prototype
With three recent U.S. openings, including the Microtel Inn and Suites by Wyndham Milford in Delaware, and the brand’s Moda prototype debut in Canada with the Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lac-Megantic in Quebec, the new Microtel by Wyndham Moda prototype remains on a steady growth trajectory with approximately 110 hotels in its development pipeline. The Moda prototype is the first of its kind in the economy select service segment, designed to be very cost efficient to build for a brand that punches above its weight with an industry leading RevPar Index of 115%. Moda reduces Microtel’s total footprint by nearly 30 percent versus the prior prototype and delivers more than 70 percent of rentable space—one of the strongest rentable footprints in both the economy and midscale segments.

La Quinta by Wyndham and Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Dual-Brand Concept
Wyndham’s new La Quinta and Hawthorn Suites extended-stay/ dual-brand concept has also seen great growth momentum, with nearly 35 of these dual-brand hotels in its development pipeline in markets such as Yuma, Ariz., Wichita, Kan., and Charlotte, N.C. This strategic hotel pairing allows owners to target both business transient and extended-stay guests, with streamlined development and operational costs. The concept includes shared lobby, spacious modern great room, fitness center, bar, amenities, and back of the house spaces all while appealing to the multiple types of travelers that have an affinity for these brands.

“These design-forward and efficient prototype models are key for Wyndham’s new construction strategy, and we’re seeing continued demand from developers who are looking for significant brand recognition and strong performance,” said Chip Ohlsson, Chief Development Officer, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. “Owners have a great opportunity to diversify their customers within the Wyndham portfolio, with different brands that reach distinct audiences, capitalizing on both the leisure and business markets.”

Interested developers can visit Wyndham’s development website, or contact the Wyndham Franchise Development team by email at [email protected] for more information.

About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company by the number of properties, with over 8,900 hotels across nearly 95 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 796,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the economy and midscale segments of the lodging industry. The Company operates a portfolio of 21 hotel brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, Trademark Collection® and Wyndham®. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is also a leading provider of hotel management services. The Company’s award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program offers 87 million enrolled members the opportunity to redeem points at thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally. For more information, visit www.wyndhamhotels.com.

This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of U.S. federal securities laws, including the expected addition of hotels and similar statements concerning possible future results or performance. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which are not guarantees of future results or performance, speak only as of the date of this press release and are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, including the risks described in Wyndham Hotels’ most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and subsequent reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, any of which could cause actual results or performance to be materially different from the future results or performance expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Except as required by law, Wyndham Hotels undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, subsequent events or otherwise.

Demand for stylish and efficient new prototype increases with 175 La Quinta hotels now in Wyndham’s development pipeline

PARSIPPANY, N.J. (April 27, 2021) – Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with over 8,900 hotels across nearly 95 countries, announced today the opening of La Quinta by Wyndham Selma, the milestone 120^th hotel in the La Quinta portfolio featuring the sought-after Del Sol prototype. There are 175 La Quinta hotels in the development pipeline, with openings scheduled this year in key markets such as Nashville, Tenn.; Santa Cruz, Calif.; Austin, Texas; Brooklyn, N.Y.; Denver, Colo.; and Corpus Christi, Texas. The brand has also announced plans to bring La Quinta to other countries including Dominican Republic, China, United Arab Emirates, Mexico and Georgia.

Owned by Jay Sai Corporation, the La Quinta by Wyndham Selma features 80 modern guestrooms, a sleek lobby design and an outdoor pool. The hotel is conveniently located by both I-95 and US-70, near Smithfield Community Park, and is easily accessible from Raleigh-Durham International Airport.

“This is a milestone opening for the La Quinta by Wyndham brand, and we’re proud to unveil this innovative new property,” said Krishna Paliwal, Wyndham’s president of La Quinta and head of architecture, design, and construction. “We’ve seen huge demand for this stylish, modern prototype, which offers a comfortable stay with contemporary rooms and thoughtful amenities for guests. It’s a great investment opportunity for hotel owners.”

Developer interest continues to thrive for the Del Sol prototype, which features a fresh and stylish design providing comfort and convenience while enabling productivity, making it appealing to both business and leisure travelers. Since Wyndham’s acquisition of the La Quinta brand in 2018, 122 new franchise contracts have been executed, helping to drive franchise system growth to eight percent. La Quinta has been among the strongest performing brands throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, gaining 490 basis points of RevPAR Index in 2020 against its competitive set, according to STR data.

As a leading upper-midscale brand, La Quinta offers contemporary design and a great guest experience at nearly 940 hotels across the United States, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Honduras, Mexico, Turkey, and New Zealand.

Additional momentum for the La Quinta brand includes:

Opening of a new 81-Room hotel in Shorewood-Chicago Ill. earlier this month
Groundbreaking in April 2021 on construction of a hotel in San Jose, Calif.
Opening of the second Del Sol prototype in the city of Galveston, Texas this summer
Opening of a hotel in South Bend, Ind., scheduled for third quarter 2021
Opening of a hotel in Maricopa, Ariz., (Phoenix metro) scheduled for third quarter 2021
Opening of a hotel in Bardstown, Ky., scheduled for fourth quarter 2021

Interested developers can visit Wyndham’s development website, or contact the Wyndham Franchise Development team by email at [email protected] for more information.

About La Quinta by Wyndham
With nearly 940 destinations in the Americas, Europe and Asia, the upper-midscale La Quinta by Wyndham brand is a bright spot in every traveler’s journey. Whether traveling for business or leisure, guests can rest assured, relax, and recharge thanks to the brand’s free Bright Side Breakfast®, spacious in-room work areas, and free high-speed internet. For more information about franchising a La Quinta hotel, visit the La Quinta franchise development website.

About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company by the number of properties, with over 8,900 hotels across nearly 95 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 796,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the economy and midscale segments of the lodging industry. The Company operates a portfolio of 20 hotel brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, Trademark Collection® and Wyndham®. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is also a leading provider of hotel management services. The Company’s award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program offers 86 million enrolled members the opportunity to redeem points at thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally. For more information, visit www.wyndhamhotels.com.

New-build, dual-brand hotel will be Wyndham’s first pairing of these celebrated select-service and extended-stay lodging brands

PARSIPPANY, N.J. (March 4, 2021) – Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) – the world’s largest hotel franchising company with over 8,900 hotels across nearly 95 countries and territories – announced today the first groundbreaking of its new La Quinta and Hawthorn Suites dual-brand hotel concept in Pflugerville, Texas. This marks the first-ever pairing of these two flags under the same roof and enables owners to target both the business transient and extended-stay demand within any given market. The company has 36 La Quinta and Hawthorn dual-branded hotels in its development pipeline in markets such as San Antonio and El Paso, Texas; Yuma, Ariz.; Wichita, Kan.; Charlotte, N.C.

The property is slated to open in March 2022 with a combined 100 guestrooms – 30 of which will feature the recently updated Hawthorn room design that includes modern, well-equipped kitchens for extended-stay guests. This hotel will also feature the newly refreshed room design from La Quinta’s sought-after Del Sol prototype in 70 rooms. This new dual-brand hotel concept is designed to streamline development and operational costs. The concept includes a shared lobby, spacious modern great room, fitness center, bar, amenities, and back of the house all while appealing to the multiple types of travelers that have an affinity for these brands. The combination enhances Wyndham’s suite of offerings for developers by coupling its leading upper-midscale brand, La Quinta, with its benchmark, extended-stay Hawthorn Suites brand that reported a 44 percent year-over-year increase in domestic contract executions during 2020.

Conveniently located at Pflugerville’s Stone Hill Town Center, just 15 miles northeast of Austin, the hotel provides easy access to the area’s more than 1,000 acres of scenic parks, trails and open spaces. The growing suburb of Pflugerville has seen significant business and residential growth, with a nearly 40 percent population increase in the past 10 years.

“We’re delighted to expand our portfolio with this new dual-branded hotel, providing these two distinct accommodations under one roof to meet the diverse needs of today’s travelers and provide operational efficiencies for developers,” said Krishna Paliwal, Wyndham’s president of La Quinta and head of architecture, design, and construction. “Our powerful marketing and sales programs for both La Quinta and Hawthorn will combine to drive reservations to this hotel. The industry-leading Wyndham Rewards program, now 86 million members strong, drives 46 percent of all U.S. hotel stays across our portfolio.”

With La Quinta and Hawthorn Suites targeting different types of travelers, this brand pairing offers a unique opportunity to introduce a new subset of consumers to Wyndham’s strong upper-midscale and midscale portfolio. By bringing select-service and long-term lodging together under one roof, Wyndham is tapping into the steady and strong appetite developers and travelers have for extended-stay, especially in the midscale space which is expected to continue the high growth that it is seeing today.

Interested developers can visit Wyndham’s dual-brand development website, or contact the Wyndham Franchise Development team by email at [email protected] for more information.

About La Quinta by Wyndham
With nearly 940 destinations in the Americas and Europe, the upper-midscale La Quinta by Wyndham brand is a bright spot in every travelers’ journey. Whether traveling for business or leisure, guests can rest assured, relax, and recharge thanks to the brand’s free Bright Side Breakfast®, spacious in-room work areas, and free high-speed internet. For more information about franchising a La Quinta hotel, visit the La Quinta franchise development website.

About Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham
Travelers can keep their routines in check when staying longer at approximately 90 Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham extended stay hotels in the U.S., Europe and the Middle East. Creating a welcoming, home-away-from-home experience is what Hawthorn Suites does best, thanks to spacious suites with fully equipped kitchens, guest laundry facilities, and fitness centers. For more information about franchising a Hawthorn Suites, visit the Wyndham franchise development website.

About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company by the number of properties, with over 8,900 hotels across nearly 95 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 796,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the economy and midscale segments of the lodging industry. The Company operates a portfolio of 20 hotel brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, Trademark Collection® and Wyndham®. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is also a leading provider of hotel management services. The Company’s award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program offers 86 million enrolled members the opportunity to redeem points at thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally. For more information, visit www.wyndhamhotels.com.

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