PARSIPPANY, N.J. (July 1, 2020) – Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with 9,300 hotels across approximately 90 countries, today announced plans to further expand its La Quinta® by Wyndham brand with the addition of two new hotels in Turkey: the 86-room La Quinta by Wyndham Giresun and the 175-room, La Quinta by Wyndham Bodrum.
The new hotels join the previously announced 404-room La Quinta by Wyndham Istanbul Gunesli—the first La Quinta hotel to open outside of the Americas—and are the latest in a string of international signings and openings since Wyndham acquired the brand in May of 2018.
Earlier this year, Wyndham announced plans to open two new La Quinta hotels in New Zealand, marking the arrival of the brand in Asia Pacific; and just last year, announced plans to open eight new La Quinta hotels in the Dominican Republic, four of which are currently under development. They build on the brand’s existing portfolio of 14 hotels throughout Latin America. Globally, the brand has opened 55 new hotels since its acquisition.
“When La Quinta joined the Wyndham Hotels & Resorts family, we saw strong potential to expand the brand internationally and we are delighted to see its continued growth in Europe and around the world,” said Dimitris Manikis, president, EMEA, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. “These exciting properties on Turkey’s charming coastline support our growth ambition and perfectly complement our other offerings in the market.”
The new additions in Turkey—where Wyndham is the largest international hotel company with over 80 hotels—include two contemporary properties with central locations in the Black Sea coastal town of Giresun, as well as in Bodrum, one of Turkey’s most popular and trendy seaside gateways. Details on the new hotels include:
La Quinta by Wyndham Giresun The 86-room La Quinta by Wyndham Giresun is a stylish waterfront hotel with stunning views of the Black Sea and a wide range of amenities making it an ideal destination for business and leisure trips. The hotel boasts an outdoor pool, a fitness center with Turkish bath and sauna, four on-site restaurants and even a library. The hotel, which opened last month, is located only 3km from the city center, with convenient access to the Ordu-Giresun Airport.
La Quinta by Wyndham Bodrum With stunning views on the Bodrum Peninsula, the 175-room La Quinta by Wyndham Bodrum is a seaside hotel featuring stylish guest rooms, two on-site restaurants and a rooftop bar. The property, slated to open later this month, will include an outdoor pool, sauna and a fitness center to help guests keep active while traveling. Other facilities will include a business center as well as a versatile event space.
La Quinta by Wyndham hotels participate in Wyndham Rewards®, the world’s most generous rewards program with thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals worldwide. Designed for the everyday traveler, members earn a guaranteed 1,000 points with every qualified stay and may redeem points for a wide range of rewards, including free nights, gift cards, merchandise and more.
About La Quinta by Wyndham With over 925 destinations globally, the La Quinta by Wyndham brand 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 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 9,300 hotels across approximately 90 countries on six continents. Through its network of over 828,000 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 Inn & Suites®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, The 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 83 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.
Builds on recent market debut with new locations in Madrid and Valencia
PARSIPPANY, N.J. (June 25, 2020) – Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with 9,300 hotels across 90 countries, today announced the expansion of its Ramada® by Wyndham brand in Spain with the upcoming openings of Ramada by Wyndham Madrid Tres Cantos and Ramada by Wyndham Valencia Almussafes.
Following the brand’s successful entry into Spain in late 2019 with Ramada by Wyndham Madrid Getafe, the two new properties are owned by Covivio, a leading European real estate operator, through its subsidiary Covivio Hotels, and managed by hotel management company Hotel Collection International. The hotels build upon Ramada by Wyndham’s broader European portfolio, which includes locations in destinations like Portugal, Italy, Turkey, Greece, Germany, Belgium, the UK and the Netherlands, amongst others.
Christian Michel, vice president, Development, Europe, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts said, “We are extremely pleased with Ramada by Wyndham’s steady growth in Spain and with our continued relationship with Hotel Collection International and Covivio. These latest additions in Madrid and Valencia will enable us to further drive our overall mission of making hotel travel possible for all, as well as offer all travelers more options in two sought after travel destinations.”
Sebastian Lodder, CEO of Hotel Collection International added, “Ramada by Wyndham is an internationally recognized and ever-evolving brand and we are thrilled to be making its presence known across Spain. With the expansion of our two new properties, we look forward to bringing guests from around the world more opportunity to experience our unparalleled hospitality, as well as welcome them to explore the unique destinations in which our hotels are located. We look forward to continuing our growth in this region under the Wyndham brand portfolio.”
Ramada by Wyndham Valencia Almussafes will open its doors on July 1, 2020, completely renovated with all the Ministry of Health of Spain’s required protocols implemented, as well as Wyndham Hotels & Resorts’ Count on Us health and safety measures. The hotel is located minutes from the Rey Juan Carlos Business Park and offers accessibility to the City of Arts & Sciences opera house, science museum, aquarium and much more. Ideal for business and leisure guests, the 133-room hotel features a 24-hour, fully-equipped private gym, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool with a beautiful garden and landscaped sundeck, as well as an on-site restaurant and bar. Three meeting rooms complete with audio-visual capabilities are also available on-site and can accommodate up to 120 conference guests.
Ramada by Wyndham Madrid Tres Cantos is still under development and is scheduled to open in September, 2020. The hotel is located in a corporate location North of Madrid with convenient access to the Euronova Business Park, as well as a nearby train connection to the city centre, making it suitable for those travelling either for business or pleasure. Surrounded by restaurants and conveniently close to the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, this 61-room contemporary hotel offers guests a fitness centre, an all-day snack bar and three versatile meeting rooms that can accommodate up to 70 guests or 60 banquet guests.
Ramada by Wyndham hotels in Spain participate in Wyndham Rewards®, the world’s most generous rewards program with thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals worldwide. Designed for the everyday traveler, members earn a guaranteed 1,000 points with every qualified stay and may redeem points for a wide range of rewards, including free nights, gift cards, merchandise and more.
About Ramada by Wyndham With more than 850 hotels in over 60 countries, global travelers are bound to find Ramada by Wyndham, one of the world’s most recognized hotel brands, wherever their travels take them. Guests choose Ramada to not only sample the world around them but for the brand’s passionate team members and full-service hospitality as well as functional meeting space, comfortable guest rooms, free Wi-Fi, and casual dining options. For more information visit www.ramada.com. Like and follow Ramada on Facebook and Instagram. If you are interested in developing a Ramada by Wyndham 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 9,300 hotels across approximately 90 countries on six continents. Through its network of over 828,000 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 Inn & Suites®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, The 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 83 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.
Becomes first global hotel company to establish a presence in Awashima and Nagaizumi, both emerging destinations for local and international travelers
PARSIPPANY, N.J. (June 17, 2020) – Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,300 hotels across 90 countries, today announced the continued expansion of its portfolio in Japan, converting two hotels to its Wyndham Grand® and Wyndham Garden® brands: the 60-room, all suite, Wyndham Grand Awashima and 95-room, all suite, Wyndham Garden Nagaizumi.
Both hotels, which have recently undergone upgrades, mark the debut of their brands in the country and make Wyndham the first global hotel company to expand into the emerging destinations of Awashima and Nagaizumi. They also further elevate Wyndham’s larger portfolio across the Asia Pacific region, which consists of more than 1,700 hotels across 12 brands including Ramada® by Wyndham, Days Inn® by Wyndham and TRYP® by Wyndham, among others.
“These newest openings are indicative of the long-term potential we see in Japan and reinforce Wyndham’s continued commitment to bringing our globally recognized brands to key markets around the world. Awashima and Nagaizumi are both beautiful destinations with a wealth of natural and historical wonders for visitors to explore, making them the perfect addition to our growing global portfolio and our award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program,” said Joon Aun Ooi, president, Asia Pacific, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts.
“The introduction of the Wyndham Grand and Wyndham Garden brands in Japan further reinforces our commitment to making hotel travel possible for all. We believe travelers will continue to seek out unique experiences and destinations, and our expanding presence in Japan will enable us to welcome new generations of guests to enjoy all that Wyndham has to offer,” said Andy Flaig, head of development, South East Asia and Pacific Rim, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts.
Wyndham Grand Awashima, formerly known as the Awashima Hotel, is a Mediterranean-style resort hotel located on the tranquil island of Awashima. Set against the backdrop of Mount Fuji, the property boasts 60 suites with spectacular ocean views. Located away from the hustle and bustle of the city, guests will enjoy an array of facilities, including an outdoor onsen, a concert hall and a wide range of dining options, including restaurants that specialize in local dishes using fresh ingredients from Shizuoka Prefecture.
Wyndham Garden Nagaizumi, formerly known as Nagaizumi Garden, features 95 suites with traditional Japanese or contemporary styles, all equipped with kitchenettes. Situated on the gentle slopes of Mount Ashitaka, guests are surrounded by panoramic views of Numazu City and Suruga Bay. Enveloped in lush greenery, visitors can bathe in the Momozawa natural onsen, which contains vanadium from Mount Fuji, while travelers with pets will be delighted to know that the hotel is pet-friendly and even has a dog café, Blue Bird.
All of Wyndham’s hotels and resorts in Japan participate in Wyndham Rewards®, the world’s most generous rewards program with thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals worldwide. Designed for the everyday traveler, members earn a guaranteed 1,000 points with every qualified stay and may redeem points for a wide range of rewards, including free nights, gift cards, merchandise and more.
Note: Select photos of the above hotels may be downloaded here.
About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company by the number of properties, with 9,300 hotels across approximately 90 countries on six continents. Through its network of over 828,000 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 Inn & Suites®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, The 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 83 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.
About Wyndham Grand Travel is the best excuse to enjoy the grand things in life. With locations in some of the world’s most sought after vacation destinations – including Shanghai, Istanbul, Doha, Salzburg and Orlando – Wyndham Grand® hotels transform ordinary moments into unforgettable experiences. Decidedly not stuffy, but approachable by design, this upper-upscale hotel brand helps travelers make every moment count. If you are interested in developing a Wyndham Grand hotel, please visit development.wyndhamhotels.com.
About Wyndham Garden Travel isn’t always easy, but that’s where Wyndham Garden® comes in. Designed with a lens on the little details, Wyndham Garden offers guests as a smart and nurturing hotel experience to help them travel at ease. Hotels include flexible meeting spaces, inviting lobbies, welcoming lounges and complementary high-speed internet access. With a strong and growing footprint around the world, including many hotels conveniently located near major airports, Wyndham Garden brings a carefree convenience and peace of mind to both business and leisure travelers escaping the hustle and bustle. If you are interested in developing a Wyndham Garden hotel, please visit development.wyndhamhotels.com.
As travel re-emerges, China’s largest international hotel franchisor prepares to meet
budding domestic demand; three hotels already open, remaining two to open by end of quarter
PARSIPPANY, N.J. (June 15, 2020) – Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,300 hotels across 90 countries, today announced plans for further growth in China as travel in the country continues to show encouraging signs of recovery.
The Company will add five new hotels to its Ramada® by Wyndham brand this quarter, with three of the hotels already open: the 142-room Ramada by Wyndham Luoyang Downtown, the 191-room Ramada by Wyndham Jianyang and the 140-room Ramada by Changsha Wuguang. Joining them later this month will be the 101-room Ramada by Wyndham Wuhan Qingshan and 179-room Ramada by Wyndham Kunming Yiliang.
“As travel in China continues to pick up, Wyndham and its brands are well poised to meet the budding demand,” said Joon Aun Ooi, president, Asia Pacific, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. “People are eager to travel again, and Chinese travelers in particular are seeking domestic destinations more than ever before. Building on what is already one of our most popular brands in China, these new openings under Ramada by Wyndham further strengthen our presence in key cities that we know are important to Chinese travelers while sending a message that when they’re ready to travel, Wyndham is ready to welcome them.”Details on the new hotels include:
Ramada by Wyndham Luoyang Downtown
Located in the center of Luoyang city, the Ramada by Wyndham Luoyang Downtown offers convenient access to one of China’s most famed ancient dynastic capitals. Less than 30 minutes by car from Longmen Grottoes, a UNESCO world heritage site housing some of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art, the hotel offers 142 rooms and suites and is an ideal jumping off point for all Luoyang and its surrounding areas have to offer. On-site amenities include concierge service, meeting facilities, business center, fitness center, bar, restaurant, free wi-fi and more. The hotel opened in late April and is managed by Wyndham.
Ramada by Wyndham Jianyang Situated southeast of Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan province, the Ramada by Wyndham Jianyang is the first international five-star hotel in Jianyang city and offers 191 spacious rooms and suites. A gateway to Chengdu’s many historical, cultural and gastronomic offerings, the hotel is just 30 minutes from the new Chengdu Tianfu International Airport and only 18 minutes from Chengdu East Railway Station. On-site amenities include meeting facilities, fitness center, indoor pool, restaurant, lobby bar, free wi-fi and more. The hotel opened in early May.
Ramada by Wyndham Changsha Wuguang
Looking over Changsha’s Yuhua district, the Ramada by Wyndham Changsha Wuguang offers travelers easy access to the Changsha International Convention & Exhibition Center and is just 20 minutes from Changsha Huanghua International Airport. Changsha Avenue metro station is only a five-minute walk away. The hotel features 140 rooms and suites, a modern and upscale design, and provides on-site amenities such as concierge service, meeting facilities, fitness center, two restaurants, free wi-fi and more. The hotel opened earlier this month.
Ramada by Wyndham Wuhan Qingshan
Under development in the capital of Central China’s Hubei province, the Ramada by Wyndham Wuhan Qingshan is situated at the intersection of Jianshe 3rd Road and Fushun Street near Qingshan River. Boasting a contemporary design and over 100 well-appointed rooms and suites, the hotel provides convenient access to nearby businesses as well as attractions like East Lake, the Hubei Provincial Museum, Yellow Crane Towers and Wuhan Happy Valley. On-site amenities will include two restaurants, meeting facilities, free wi-fi, parking and more. The hotel is scheduled to open later this month.
Ramada by Wyndham Kunming Yiliang
Adjacent to Yiliang Bus Terminal, the 179-room Ramada by Wyndham Kunming Yiliang will offer upscale accommodations for travelers visiting Yiliang county in central Yunnan province. Surrounded by scenic and cultural attractions, the hotel is just 45 minutes from the famous Jiuxiang Scenic Region and Shilin Stone Forest, a UNESCO world heritage site. On-site amenities will include two restaurants, meeting facilities, pool, spa and more. The hotel is scheduled to open later this month.
With a presence of more than 1,500 hotels across the country, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is the largest international hotel franchisor in China. The Company currently operates 11 of its 20 brands in China, most recently debuting its Microtel® by Wyndham brand there in 2019.
Note: Select photos of the above hotels may be downloaded here.
About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company by the number of properties, with 9,300 hotels across approximately 90 countries on six continents. Through its network of over 828,000 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 Inn & Suites®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, The 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 83 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.
World’s largest hotel franchisor taps into powerful conversion engine, welcomes independent hoteliers to benefit from support and power of scale behind the brand
PARSIPPANY, N.J. (June 8, 2020) – Wyndham Hotels & Resorts – the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,300 hotels across 90 countries – is expanding its soft-branded Trademark Collection by Wyndham®, the fastest-growing brand in the Company’s portfolio, with new hotels across the U.S., Canada and Germany.
The brand’s latest openings include Cantilever Hotel, a Trademark Collection by Wyndham hotel in Ranier, Minn.; The Eureka Inn, a Trademark Collection by Wyndham hotel in Eureka, Calif.; Lakeview Signature, a Trademark Collection by Wyndham hotel in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada; and H+ and H4 Trademark Collection hotels in Leipzig, Germany. The Bridgewater Hotel, a Trademark Collection by Wyndham hotel in Fairbanks, Alaska is scheduled to open next month.
“Trademark Collection continues to grow rapidly with independently minded owners around the world,” said Geoff Ballotti, president and CEO, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. “That growth is not only a testament to Trademark’s value as one of the most compelling soft branded options out there for independent hoteliers, but also the value of Wyndham, which brings recognition, distribution and loyalty in a time when travelers are looking to names and brands they trust for their future vacations.”
Trademark Collection’s global pipeline comprises more than 8,400 rooms. The brand recently celebrated the start of construction on a new Trademark Collection by Wyndham hotel in Leavenworth, Kan., which will be a creative re-adaptation of a former parochial school and is expected to open in the third quarter of 2020.
Backed by Wyndham Trademark Collection by Wyndham is the Company’s fastest-growing brand, and experienced a 19% growth in rooms year-over-year as of December 31, 2019. The growth comes at a time when soft brands have strong appeal for independent owners seeking the support of a branded partner as the travel industry prepares for recovery of domestic, leisure travel. With Trademark Collection, hoteliers gain access to Wyndham’s 83 million Wyndham Rewards loyalty members and the company’s global distribution network without having to sacrifice their properties’ own unique branding and identities. As a leader in economy and midscale lodging, Wyndham is uniquely positioned to champion hoteliers in these segments, helping them compete in an ever-changing distribution environment with brand-backed support.
With over 15,000 independent economy and midscale hotels in the U.S., converting independent hotels to Wyndham brands remains an important source of consistent rooms. Wyndham has a proven track record of growing net rooms during lodging cycle downturns, fueled by the strong value proposition across its portfolio of well-known brands. In the first quarter, Wyndham’s conversion pipeline increased 8% globally year-over-year.
Owner-First Approach The success of its owner base is critical to Wyndham’s business, and the Company is taking an owner-first approach to endurance and recovery in the wake of COVID-19 crisis. Wyndham is assisting owners by suspending certain fees, providing payment relief and deferring property improvement plans for nonessential brand standards in an effort to reduce operating costs in the near term while the industry recovers. The Company also took efforts to secure government assistance for franchisees, partnering with industry organizations to advocate on their behalf while guiding them through available relief, like the CARES act.
To support its franchisees as travel picks up again, Wyndham previously announced a long-term, multi-faceted initiative in the U.S. to build confidence among guests. The initiative, dubbed “Count on UsSM” will immediately focus on further elevating health and safety protocols at Wyndham hotels in the wake of COVID-19, shoring up critical supply chains and introducing new standards, training and guidelines grounded in guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wyndham has also expanded its relationship with industry leader Ecolab on requiring consistent use of Ecolab’s EPA-approved disinfectants in guestrooms and public spaces nationwide.
About Trademark Collection by Wyndham Each of Trademark Collection by Wyndham’s upper-midscale-and-above hotels around the world – from landmark hotels in Germany and Switzerland to its flagship hotel, The Galt House Hotel in Louisville, Ky. – boast three common attributes: character, charm, and individuality. Launched in 2017, Trademark Collection is the first soft-brand geared to three- and four-star hotel owners passionate about upholding their hotels’ independent spirit and designed for everyday travelers seeking distinctive, attainable accommodations in sought-after destinations. For more information, visit www.wyndhamhotels.com/trademark.
About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company by the number of properties, with 9,300 hotels across approximately 90 countries on six continents. Through its network of over 828,000 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 Inn & Suites®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, The 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 83 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.
Economy and midscale lodging leader lays foundation for long-term growth, welcoming nearly a dozen new-construction hotels in Q1 and continuing to grow its new-build pipeline for the future
PARSIPPANY, N.J. (May 19,2020) – Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE:WH) – the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,300 hotels across 90 countries – continues forging ahead with new-construction growth, opening 11 newly built hotels across the U.S. in the first quarter and breaking ground on a number of hotels in its new-construction pipeline. In the same period, the Company executed agreements for more than 25 future new-construction hotels in the U.S., further expanding its pipeline and planting roots for travel recovery in the long term.
Welcoming New Openings
The Company’s 11 new-construction openings in the U.S. represent nearly 1,000 rooms. The recent openings, including properties across its La Quinta® by Wyndham, Wingate by Wyndham®, Days Inn® by Wyndham, and Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham® brands, are situated in destinations primed for domestic, drive-to leisure travel such as Miramar Beach, Fla.; Houston, Texas; Spokane, Wash.; and Wisconsin Dells, Wis.
Laying Foundation for the Future
Developers are also starting construction on hotels in the pipeline, reinforcing optimism for the industry’s recovery. Developers for Wyndham-branded hotels broke ground on approximately 10 new hotels in the U.S. year-to-date, including a Microtel hotel in Hot Springs, Ark.; a La Quinta hotel in San Antonio, Texas; an extended-stay Hawthorn Suites hotel in Oklahoma City, Okla.; and a Trademark Collection by Wyndham® hotel in Leavenworth, Kan.
“Despite a rapidly changing landscape for hotel developers around the world, a number of our owners are pressing forward with new-construction projects in the economy and midscale segments, reinforcing our overall confidence in the long-term viability of our industry,” said Krishna Paliwal, head of Architecture, Design and Construction for Wyndham. “New-construction growth, however gradual, represents our optimism for the future of travel. Not only do our highly recognizable brands provide significant value to hotel owners who join the Wyndham family, especially during difficult times, but they also represent the consistent, trusted and affordable experience travelers will be seeking now more than ever before.”
Igniting the Conversion Engine
Though construction has generally slowed across the industry, Wyndham continues to welcome new projects while igniting its powerful conversion engine, which is fueled by the strong value proposition across its portfolio of well-known brands. In the first quarter, Wyndham’s conversion pipeline increased 8% globally year-over-year. The Company has a proven track record of growing net rooms during lodging cycle downturns and, with over 15,000 independent economy and midscale hotels in the U.S., converting independent hotels to Wyndham brands remains an important source of consistent rooms growth for the Company through both up and down cycles.
Well-Positioned for Recovery
The impact of COVID-19 continues to rapidly evolve and many factors remain uncertain. As the pandemic begins to abate in the U.S., Wyndham’s existing franchisees are likely to be well-positioned for recovery. The Company operates a nearly 90% drive-to business in the U.S. with a concentration in the select-service chain scale segments – which have outperformed higher end full service hotels during the pandemic – and over 95% of its domestic guests originate within the U.S., making them less reliant on air travel.
Wyndham also recently announced “Count on UsSM,” a new long-term, multi-faceted initiative to build confidence among guests and to support franchisees as it prepares to welcome travelers back to its U.S. hotels. The initiative will immediately focus on further elevating health and safety protocols at Wyndham hotels in the wake of COVID-19, shoring up critical supply chains and introducing new standards, training and guidelines grounded in guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wyndham has expanded its relationship with industry leader Ecolab on requiring consistent use of Ecolab’s EPA-approved disinfectants in guestrooms and public spaces nationwide.
Those interested in developing a hotel under one of Wyndham’s brands may visit development.wyndhamhotels.com for additional information.
About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company by the number of properties, with 9,300 hotels across approximately 90 countries on six continents. Through its network of over 828,000 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 Inn & Suites®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, The 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 83 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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Latest Wyndham upper-upscale opening follows the brand’s recent expansion to additional awe-inspiring destinations around the world
LONDON – 11th February 2020 – Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH), the world’s largest hotel franchising company with over 9,200 hotels in more than 80 countries – continues to expand its flagship upper-upscale Wyndham Grand brand with the opening of Wyndham Grand Algarve in the world-famous leisure and golf destination Quinta do Lago, marking the brand’s debut in Portugal.
Wyndham Grand is an ensemble of distinguished hotels that are approachable by design, with refined accommodation, attentive service and relaxed surroundings. The debut of Wyndham Grand in Portugal is the latest in the brand’s recent expansion to more sought-after destinations around the world. In 2019 alone, Wyndham Grand entered Georgia (Tbilisi), Croatia (Novi Vinodolski), the Greek Islands (Crete) and added other iconic properties in Turkey, California, Vietnam and Mexico. Other top destinations for Wyndham Grand include Shanghai, Istanbul, Salzburg, Athens, Manama, Orlando, amongst others. Its future expansion plans include a pipeline of 20 additional hotels in various destinations, including St. Kitts and Nevis, Barbados, Belize and a new dual-branded Wyndham Grand and TRYP by Wyndham® hotel in Miami, Florida.
Dimitris Manikis, President & Managing Director for EMEA, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, said: “We are thrilled to have expanded our upper-upscale offering for our guests travelling across EMEA. From Georgia to Greece, Turkey and now Portugal, we now have even more options to suit our traveller’s needs combining one-of-a-kind experience with accessible luxury. This stunning location in the Algarve is the perfect spot to introduce our iconic brand to Portugal. With over 20 million overnight stays recorded in the first eleven months of 2019 alone, the Algarve continues to attract more travellers and we are delighted to expand our collection in Portugal’s southernmost region.”
Helder Santos, CEO of Dynamic Hotels, added: “We are excited about our collaboration with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and to introduce the Wyndham Grand brand to Portugal. The demand for quality accommodation and meeting space in the Algarve is continuing to grow, and working with the world’s largest hotel franchising company will further strengthen our position in the market and help us attract even more international guests.”
Wyndham Grand Algarve is nestled in the coveted Quinta do Lago resort, a world-famous golf and holiday destination, in the heart of the Ria Formosa Natural Park and within walking distance of Quinta do Lago beach. It features 132 elegant suites with one or two bedrooms, luxury amenities, a balcony or terrace and complimentary Wi-Fi. The property offers multiple dining options, a full-service spa, state-of-the-art fitness centre, indoor and outdoor pool, and kids clubs. Six renowned golf courses are nearby, as is Quinta do Lago’s sports campus, which offers tennis, swimming, football and much more. Wyndham Grand Algarve is located 25 minutes from Faro Airport and offers VIP transfers, making it an ideal getaway for international guests.
The property’s exquisite event spaces boasts five versatile venues to accommodate up to 400 guests, and picturesque outdoor spaces that are ideal for business gatherings, weddings, and celebrations. The hotel has received several guest service and quality accolades by TripAdvisor (2019 Certificate of Excellence), Hotels.com (Loved by Guests Most Wanted Award 2019) and Expedia (Best Partner Engagement Algarve 2019).
Wyndham Grand hotels around the world participate in Wyndham Rewards®, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts’ award-winning loyalty programme, giving more than 79 million members globally a generous points-earning and redemption structure.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company, with over 9,200 hotels across more than 80 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 822,000 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 Inn & Suites®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, The Trademark Collection® and Wyndham®. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is also a leading provider of hotel management services, with more than 400 properties under management. The Company’s award- winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty programme offers over 79 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. If you are interested in developing a Wyndham hotel, please visit https://whrdevelopmentemea.com/
Travel is the best excuse to enjoy the grand things in life. With locations in some of the world’s most sought after vacation destinations – including Shanghai, Istanbul, Doha, Salzburg and Orlando – Wyndham Grand® hotels transform ordinary moments into unforgettable experiences. Decidedly not stuffy, but approachable by design, this upper-upscale hotel brand helps travellers make every moment count. If you are interested in developing a Wyndham Grand hotel, please visit https://whrdevelopmentemea.com.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with over 9,200 hotels and 20 brands in more than 80 countries, today announced the debut of its La Quinta® by Wyndham flag in Europe with the opening of the 404-room La Quinta by Wyndham Istanbul Gunesli, bringing the brand to travellers outside of the Americas for the first time.
La Quinta by Wyndham is a leading upper-midscale brand at over 900 hotels across North and Latin America, offering contemporary design, thoughtful amenities and friendly service. Wyndham acquired La Quinta’s hotel franchise and hotel management businesses in 2018, further building upon the Company’s diverse family of hotel brands and offerings around the world.
Upon acquiring the brand, Wyndham outlined strategic plans to introduce La Quinta to key markets around the world, offering a trusted upper-midscale option to both hotel developers and travellers. Its European debut in Istanbul demonstrates that commitment, and is the latest development in the brand’s international growth trajectory. In 2019 Wyndham announced plans to enter the Caribbean market by opening eight hotels across the Dominican Republic within five years, and it grew La Quinta’s footprint in Mexico and Chile in 2018 with newly constructed hotels in Leon and Santiago.
La Quinta by Wyndham Istanbul Gunesli is one of the latest additions to Wyndham Hotels & Resorts’ presence in Turkey, where the Company is the largest international hotel group with over 80 hotels all across the country. As the country aims to attract 58 million visitors in 2020 alone, the addition of La Quinta further complements Wyndham’s brand offering in the market and marks another step in the Company’s quest to suit the need of any type of traveller.
Dimitris Manikis, President & Managing Director for EMEA, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, said: “We are thrilled to welcome La Quinta and its long-standing reputation for delivering quality, reliability and a great guest experience to Europe, further expanding our offering of brands in such an important market like Turkey. When La Quinta joined the Wyndham family we saw tremendous opportunity to grow the brand internationally. With a record of over 13 million international visitors in 2018 alone and an incredible variety of historical, cultural and business sites, Istanbul is one of the world’s most attractive cities for travel, making it the perfect fit for La Quinta’s European debut.
With easy access to Istanbul International Airport and the city’s Expo Centre, La Quinta by Wyndham Istanbul Gunesli offers 404 guest rooms and a wide range of facilities including three restaurants, a fitness centre with sauna, Turkish bath, Jacuzzi, steam room and indoor heated pool. The hotel also includes over 1,500 square metres of meeting space, comprised of eight meeting rooms and one ballroom, catering to both leisure and business travel.
The opening of La Quinta by Wyndham Istanbul Gunesli further widens Wyndham Hotels & Resorts’ brand offering in Turkey, including Ramada and Ramada Encore by Wyndham, Wyndham, Wyndham Grand, as well as TRYP and Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham.
Other Wyndham Hotels & Resorts’ recent openings in Turkey include TRYP by Wyndham Istanbul Topkapi, Ramada Encore by Wyndham Istanbul Basin Express, Wyndham Grand Kayseri, Wyndham Cerkezkoy, as well as Ramada by Wyndham hotels in Van and Mardin.
La Quinta hotels around the world participate in Wyndham Rewards®, the company’s award-winning loyalty programme giving more than 79 million members globally a generous points-earning and redemption structure.
With approximately 915 destinations in North and Latin America, the upper-midscale La Quinta by Wyndham brand is a bright spot in every travellers’ journey. Whether travelling for business or leisure, guests can expect friendly service and thoughtful amenities like expansive lobby space with comfortable seating areas, well equipped fitness centres, and business centres with conference and meeting. For more information, visit www.lq.com. For more information on developing a La Quinta by Wyndham hotel, visit https://whrdevelopmentemea.com.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company, with over 9,200 hotels across more than 80 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 822,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveller, 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 Inn & Suites®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, The Trademark Collection® and Wyndham®. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is also a leading provider of hotel management services, with more than 400 properties under management. The Company’s award- winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty programme offers over 79 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. If you are interested in developing a Wyndham hotel, please visit https://whrdevelopmentemea.com.
Ramada by Wyndham Madrid Getafe joins over 100 Ramada hotels in Europe
A rendering of a lounge planned for Ramada by Wyndham's first hotel in Spain.Click to Download
Ramada® by Wyndham – one of the most recognised hotel brands in the world with around 870 hotels in over 60 countries – continues widening its European presence of more than 100 hotels with the opening of Ramada by Wyndham Madrid Getafe, the brand’s first hotel in Spain, through collaboration with hotel management company Hotel Collection International.
Ramada, one of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts’ largest brands worldwide, has added the most rooms of any of Wyndham’s international brands in the past year and is gaining market share in Europe. The Ramada by Wyndham Madrid Getafe joins Ramada by Wyndham hotels across various European destinations including Portugal, Italy, Turkey, Greece, Germany, Belgium, the UK and the Netherlands, amongst others.
Located in Getafe, 25 minutes from Madrid’s city centre and the city’s international airport, the hotel features 96 stylish guest rooms, a lobby bar and restaurant serving Mediterranean delicacies. Business groups can take advantage of the hotel’s three versatile meeting rooms accommodating up to 110 conference guests, and an indoor and outdoor car park. The hotel is the perfect gateway to explore Madrid’s nearby popular attractions, as well as the captivating sites of Getafe including The Cerro de los Angeles, a famous hill considered to be the geographic centre of the Iberian Peninsula.
Christian Michel, Vice President for Development Europe, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts said: “With a rich culture, historic cities and many unique destinations, Spain is one of the world’s most visited countries, with over 82 million visitors in 2018 alone. We are delighted to have added Spain to the various destinations where our Ramada by Wyndham brand can be found. Hotel Collection International has a strong reputation for managing hotels to high standards, and is the perfect partner to launch Ramada by Wyndham in Spain.”
Sebastian Lodder, CEO of Hotel Collection International added: “We are delighted to be working on this collaboration to introduce the Ramada by Wyndham brand to Spain. Spain’s tourism industry is flourishing and working with the world’s biggest hotel franchising company will enable us to further cement our position in the market and attract more international guests.”
Ramada by Wyndham is part of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with over 9,200 hotels across 20 brands in more than 80 countries. Ramada by Wyndham hotels around the world participate in Wyndham Rewards®, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts’ award-winning loyalty programme giving more than 79 million members globally a generous points-earning and redemption structure.
With more than 870 hotels in more than 60 countries, global travellers are bound to find Ramada by Wyndham, one of the world’s most recognised hotel brands, wherever their travels take them. Guests choose Ramada to not only sample the world around them but for the brand’s passionate team members and full-service hospitality as well as functional meeting space, comfortable guest rooms, free Wi-Fi, and casual dining options. For more information visit www.ramada.com. Like and follow Ramada on Facebook and Instagram. If you are interested in developing a Ramada by Wyndham hotel, please visit https://whrdevelopmentemea.com.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company, with over 9,200 hotels across more than 80 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 822,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveller, 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 Inn & Suites by Wyndham®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate by Wyndham®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham®, The Trademark Collection® and Wyndham®. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is also a leading provider of hotel management services, with more than 400 properties under management. The Company’s award- winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty programme offers over 79 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. If you are interested in developing a Wyndham hotel, please visit https://whrdevelopmentemea.com.
Hotel Collection International (HCI) is the pioneer in multi-brand hotel management in Spain and Georgia. HCI is a leader collaborating with leading hotel brands such as Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Hilton, IHG, Meliá, Best Western and Accor through franchise agreements. The company is based on values and a unique philosophy, based on integrity, respect, trust and excellence. In addition, HCI strives to make a difference in the communities in which it works, seeking simplicity and always providing exceptional service to both its guests and its own team. A group of experts in hospitality with a maximum per flag: always offer excellence in management and maximize the return on investments. In this new phase, HCI expands internationally and moves its headquarters to Luxembourg to meet the growing demand for projects in other European countries such as Italy, Greece, France and Croatia, while serving its existing portfolio.
Latest destination in trendy Buckhead neighborhood continues soft brand’s swift U.S. expansion, adding five new hotels in five states
The Burgess Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham is Atlanta's newest destination and marks the brand's first location in the city.Click to Download
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with over 9,200 hotels across more than 80 countries, is continuing the fast-paced growth trajectory of its Trademark Collection by Wyndham brand in the U.S. with the addition of its first hotel in Atlanta, The Burgess Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham. This major market location is one of five hotels across five states – including Georgia, Florida, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and California – to recently join the brand, further cementing Trademark Collection’s position as one of the fastest-growing soft brands in the hotel industry.
Located in the heart of Atlanta’s stylish Buckhead district, The Burgess Hotel recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation transforming the property into a sought-after boutique experience for travelers near the city’s main attractions and businesses. Updated features include 102 guest rooms with custom furniture and original artwork; a relaxing outdoor pool and courtyard; more than 1,200 square feet of meeting and event space; an on-site restaurant, Fia, inspired by the Mediterranean coast; and the chic Mr. B Bar.
Trademark Collection’s recent additions across the U.S. demonstrates Wyndham’s strategic efforts to steadily expand the soft brand in key markets domestically in the last year, during which the brand saw a 118 percent growth in number of rooms year over year, as of September 30, 2019. Wyndham also added to the brand’s international collection in 2019 – which saw an 18 percent growth year over year as of September 30, 2019 – welcoming its first Trademark Collection hotels in Mexico and Belize, and widening its existing presence in Canada.
“Notable additions like The Burgess Hotel in top destinations like Atlanta underscore the very essence of what we look for in a Trademark Collection hotel – unmatched character, charm, and individuality which draw in everyday travelers seeking authentic experiences,” said Greg Giordano, brand leader for Trademark Collection at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. “The brand’s rapid development since its inception both here in the U.S. and abroad demonstrates its strong appeal as one of the most compelling soft-branded offerings for independent hoteliers. These landmark destinations are now backed by a leading hospitality name in Wyndham, as well as an ardent team keen on driving more travelers through hotel owners’ doors.”
Some of the newest locations to raise the Trademark Collection brand flag in the U.S. include:
Magic Village Views, a contemporary gated villa community in Kissimmee, Fla., situated steps from Walt Disney World® parks and sister Trademark Collection location Magic Village Yards;
Hotel Retlaw, a modern, luxurious throwback to the roaring 1920s in Fond du Lac, Wisc.;
Cantilever Hotel, a newly constructed hotel in Ranier, Minn., with industrial influences and an on-site distillery;
And the Bay Area’s Pacifica Lighthouse Hotel, just steps from the shores of Pacifica, Calif.
With more than 100 hotels globally, Trademark Collection is a soft-branded, independently minded collection of upper-midscale and above properties, designed for everyday travelers seeking distinctive, attainable accommodations in sought-after destinations. Among just some of the notable hotels in the collection are The INFINITY Hotel & Conference Center in Munich, Germany, the HYPERION Hotel Basel in Basel, Switzerland, as well as notable American locations like the Galt House Hotel in Louisville, Ky., Ravel Hotel in Long Island City, N.Y, and the Zermatt Utah Resort & Spa in Midway, Utah.
About Trademark Collection by Wyndham Each of Trademark Collection by Wyndham’s upper-midscale-and-above hotels around the world – from landmark hotels in Germany and Switzerland to its flagship hotel, The Galt House Hotel in Louisville, Ky. – boast three common attributes: character, charm, and individuality. Launched in 2017, Trademark Collection is the first soft-brand geared to three- and four-star hotel owners passionate about upholding their hotels’ independent spirit and designed for everyday travelers seeking distinctive, attainable accommodations in sought-after destinations. For more information, visit www.wyndhamhotels.com/trademark.
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company, with over 9,200 hotels across more than 80 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 822,000 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 Inn & Suites®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, Trademark Collection®, and Wyndham®. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is also a leading provider of hotel management services, with more than 400 properties under management. The Company’s award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program offers over 79 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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Dimitris Manikis, President & Managing Director for EMEA, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, said: “We are thrilled to welcome La Quinta and its long-standing reputation for delivering quality, reliability and a great guest experience to Europe, further expanding our offering of brands in such an important market like Turkey. When La Quinta joined the Wyndham family we saw tremendous opportunity to grow the brand internationally. With a record of over 13 million international visitors in 2018 alone and an incredible variety of historical, cultural and business sites, Istanbul is one of the world’s most attractive cities for travel, making it the perfect fit for La Quinta’s European debut.
The opening of La Quinta by Wyndham Istanbul Gunesli further widens Wyndham Hotels & Resorts’ brand offering in Turkey, including Ramada and Ramada Encore by Wyndham, Wyndham, Wyndham Grand, as well as TRYP and Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham.
