LONDON (24 April 2025) – Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with 25 global brands and approximately 9,300 hotels, has signed an exclusive development agreement with Soliteight Hotel Projects SA to introduce its Super 8® by Wyndham brand to the Iberian market in Spain and Portugal. Under the agreement, Soliteight, a leading hotel development and investment firm and existing Wyndham franchisee, will develop and open 40 Super 8 hotels over the next ten years, filling a crucial gap in the region’s hospitality landscape.
Super 8, a globally recognised and leading economy brand known for its hospitality, trusted quality and great value, will cater to the increasing number of budget-conscious travelers in Spain and Portugal. The initiative comes as both countries experience record-breaking tourism growth, along with rising demand for reliable, high-quality economy accommodations. Wyndham currently operates 14 Super 8 hotels across EMEA, including locations in Germany, The UK, and Saudia Arabia.
The first hotel will open in Leiria, Portugal in Q4 2027 with additional locations to be developed in prime spots across Tier 1 and Tier 2 cities including key travel hubs like airports, busy retail areas, and along popular transportation routes in smaller cities. Many of the hotels will be new construction using smart modular designed for efficiency and sustainability, staying true to the Super 8 brand’s renowned commitment to quality.
“Bringing Super 8 to Spain and Portugal is a strategic move to make quality, affordable travel more accessible. Southern Europe has a growing demand for reliable, budget-friendly accommodations and our collaboration with Soliteight allows us to meet that need. By introducing a trusted brand in key destinations, we ensure travellers can enjoy great value without sacrificing quality. We’re looking forward to bringing Super 8’s signature blend of affordability, modern comfort and sustainability to these vibrant markets.”
Addressing Market Needs The launch of Super 8 by Wyndham in Spain and Portugal is driven by booming tourism, shifting travel trends, and a growing demand for quality, affordable accommodations. In 2024, Spain welcomed a record 94 million international visitors, while Portugal also saw significant tourism growth. Spain’s strong economic performance, with a 3.2% GDP increase that same year, is further fueling domestic and business travel, particularly in secondary cities and emerging markets. As travellers seek options beyond basic budget stays and increasingly expensive mid-range hotels, Super 8 by Wyndham is perfectly positioned to fill this gap, offering reliable, high-quality, and affordable lodging.
“Spain and Portugal continue to lag other European markets in branded economy hotels, with a 10% gap in budget brand penetration, despite a 142% surge in RevPAR since 2019. We are delighted to partner with Wyndham as the exclusive developer for Super 8 in Iberia, addressing the need for well-branded economy hotels that offer comfort, consistency, and value for both international and domestic travellers.”
– Rui Alpalhão, Chief Executive, Soliteight
The Wyndham Advantage Wyndham franchisees throughout the EMEA region benefit from the Wyndham Advantage – a combination of world-class marketing, distribution and other resources designed to put owners on the path to success. Inclusive of nearly $350 million in innovative technology investments over the past six years, owners have access to best-in-class technology from industry-leading providers, including next-gen property management systems, as well as a growing member base of approximately 114 million enrolled Wyndham Rewards members who make up more than a third of all check-ins globally.
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About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company by the number of franchised properties, with approximately 9,300 hotels across over 95 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 903,000 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 25 hotel brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, ECHO Suites®, Registry Collection Hotels®, Trademark Collection® and Wyndham®. The Company’s award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program offers approximately 114 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 Soliteight
Soliteight is a Portugal-based hotel development company that specializes in delivering high-quality hospitality projects in partnership with renowned international brands. Founded as a joint venture between FundBox Holdings, a prominent Portuguese private equity firm, and Estoril 8023, a hotel management company led by experienced entrepreneurs Luiz Godinho Lopes and Pedro Mendes Leal, Soliteight focuses on asset-light investment models and long-term lease agreements. The company leverages both institutional investment expertise and deep industry knowledge to develop hotels that adhere to global standards while ensuring sustainable returns for its stakeholders.
Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including statements related to Wyndham’s current views and expectations with respect to growth and anticipated travel demands in the EMEA region. Forward-looking statements are any statements other than statements of historical fact, including those that convey management’s expectations as to the future based on plans, estimates and projections at the time Wyndham makes the statements and may be identified by words such as “will,” “expect,” “believe,” “plan,” “anticipate,” “predict,” “intend,” “goal,” “future,” “forward,” “remain,” “confident,” “outlook,” “guidance,” “target,” “objective,” “estimate,” “projection” and similar words or expressions, including the negative version of such words and expressions. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of Wyndham 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, including inflation, higher interest rates and potential recessionary pressures; the performance of the financial and credit markets; the economic environment for the hospitality industry; operating risks associated with the hotel franchising business; Wyndham’s relationships with franchisees; the impact of war, terrorist activity, political instability or political strife, including the ongoing conflicts between Russia and Ukraine and conflicts in the Middle East, respectively; global or regional health crises or pandemics including the resulting impact on Wyndham’s business, operations, financial results, cash flows and liquidity, as well as the impact on its franchisees, guests and team members, the hospitality industry and overall demand for and restrictions on travel; Wyndham’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 Wyndham’s ability to obtain financing and the terms of such financing, including access to liquidity and capital; and Wyndham’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 Wyndham’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. These risks and uncertainties are not the only ones Wyndham may face and additional risks may arise or become material in the future. Wyndham undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, subsequent events or otherwise, except as required by law.
New “Recharge with Wyndham” initiative offers double Wyndham Rewards points and elevated status; Teams up with Hotels4Truckers for exclusive savings and verified trucker-friendly parking
PARSIPPANY, N.J. (March 27, 2025) – Truckers keep the world moving, and with that comes long hours and tiring days on the road. Recognizing their hard work, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has launched Recharge with Wyndham, a new initiative designed to help them make the most of their time away from the wheel.
Regulations require truckers in the United States and Canada, of which there are nearly 4 million, to get 34 or 36 hours of rest, respectively, to reset their weekly driving limits. When it’s time to rest, they need more than just a place to sleep—they need comfort, convenience and value. That’s where Recharge with Wyndham comes in. Through the initiative, truckers can earn double Wyndham Rewards points on every qualified stay—enough for up to two free nights annually —along with Wyndham Rewards Gold level membership, which unlocks perks like a preferred room, late checkout and more.
Best of all, with thousands of locations under trusted names like Days Inn® by Wyndham, Super 8® by Wyndham, La Quinta® by Wyndham and more, chances are, a Hotel by Wyndham isn’t far away.
“Truckers are an essential part of the workforce and we know their time is valuable, both on the road and off. With the launch of Recharge with Wyndham, we’re helping drivers put their safety and rest first while making it easier than ever to build up points toward their next free stay—whether that’s a weekend away with the family or an overnight pitstop as they ready for the journey ahead.”
Exclusive Perks Unlocked with Hotels4Truckers Complementing the launch of its newest initiative, Wyndham has also teamed up with Hotels4Truckers®, a leading travel site for truckers in the U.S. and Canada, to help drivers save big on their next stay. For a limited time, drivers who book through the Hotels4Truckers website or mobile app can save 15% off the best available rate on their next qualified stay. (Terms and conditions apply).
In addition to savings, Hotels4Truckers makes it easy to search and book over 2,000 Hotels by Wyndham that are confirmed to have trucker-friendly parking, accommodating tractor-trailers up to 75 feet long. Best of all, drivers can take advantage of their Recharge by Wyndham benefits when making bookings through the platform.
“After a long day on the road, it’s time to refuel more than just the truck. With Wyndham, Hotels4Truckers members canrecharge with a comfortable place to stay that doesn’t break the bank. Even better? With points, status, parking, easy bookings and more, theirstays go further, making life on the road easier and my time off more rewarding.”
– Dan Fuller, President and Founder, Hotels4Truckers
To take advantage of Recharge with Wyndham, drivers or their companies must first have a negotiated rate with Wyndham. Those without an account can apply for one by visiting WyndhamBusiness.com. Once complete, drivers can then register for Recharge with Wyndham and its benefits by visiting WyndhamRewards.com/Truckers. (Terms and conditions apply.)
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About Wyndham Business Designed for businesses of all sizes, Wyndham Business is a comprehensive suite of tools and resources that help business owners and their employees simplify and make the most of their travel. Anchored by Wyndham Rewards® Business, a B2B extension of Wyndham’s top-rated rewards program known for both its simplicity and generosity, the program offers rich savings and rewards, streamlined billing, membership upgrades, easy point management and more. Learn more at WyndhamBusiness.com.
About Hotels4Truckers Hotels4Truckers® is a valuable lodging resource for the trucking industry, helping truckers save time and money on hotel stays. Partnering with leading hotel brands, it features an intuitive truck parking filter and booking platform. Drivers can easily find accommodations with or without full-size tractor parking, making it the reliable choice for great savings of 10-15% and hassle-free searching and booking on the road. Learn more at Hotels4Truckers.com.
About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company by the number of franchised properties, with approximately 9,300 hotels across over 95 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 903,000 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 25 hotel brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, ECHO Suites®, Registry Collection Hotels®, Trademark Collection® and Wyndham®. The Company’s award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program offers approximately 114 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.
Initial deals expand Wyndham’s upscale extended-stay footprint bringing five residence-style accommodations to urban destinations across the U.S.
PARSIPPANY, N.J. (Oct. 28, 2024) – Guests seeking contemporary, upscale residence-style accommodations in urban destinations now have new offerings to consider in key cities like Houston, Washington D.C and more as a result of a 10-year development relationship between Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchisor, and Reside, a leading residential hospitality management company.
The franchise agreements bring five residence-style hotels that are open or under development to the Wyndham brand—marking the debut of its Wyndham Residence® tier in the U.S.—with a focus on expanding its offerings across top 50 markets in the U.S. The model caters to guests looking for both long-term, home-away-from-home units as well as those looking for a homebase for a quicker getaway. For more than three decades, Reside has successfully managed and operated alternative accommodations and multi-family units with a key focus on furnished corporate housing. Today, through its partnerships, the company boasts a presence in 60 countries around the world.
What’s more, this partnership builds on Wyndham’s foothold in the extended-stay segment, complementing its existing offerings across segments with ECHO Suites® Extended Stay by Wyndham, Hawthorn® Extended Stay by Wyndham and WaterWalk Extended StaySM by Wyndham. With the addition of Wyndham Residence® properties in the U.S., the Company reinforces its commitment to providing hotel opportunities for every owner and guest across segments.
“Reside has a proven track record as one of the most successful names in corporate housing. Whether you need a comfortable place to live for a prolonged time, or you simply need more space while traveling with a larger group, Reside’s model expands our extended-stay offerings, delivering premium, professionally managed accommodations in locations we know guests want to visit. By tapping into Wyndham’s distribution network, we help unlock new demand generators that can help scale their business to the next level.”
– Amit Sripathi, Chief Development Officer, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Convenient Comfort in Urban Destinations Several Wyndham Residences are already established in other parts of the world, including the United Arab Emirates, Greece and more, offering the comfort and convenience of home for business travelers and tourists alike. Through Reside, Wyndham Residences will bring guests to some of the country’s most iconic urban destinations, such as Seattle’s waterfront neighborhoods, the arts district of downtown Houston and the country’s historic capitol, Washington D.C.
Open locations include:
Reside Seattle Downtown, a Wyndham Residence: Settle into Seattle in the heart of one of the city’s most iconic waterfront neighborhoods with easy access to Pike Place Market, T-Mobile Park, Lumen Field and the Space Needle. The contemporary 55-room residence-style hotel is perfect for extended-stays and weekend getaways alike, offering a gym, free WiFi, on-site laundry and housekeeping for stays over five nights.
Reside Houston Downtown, a Wyndham Residence: Set in the center of downtown Houston near the Theater District, Houston Symphony Orchestra and Jones Hall, the 79-room residence-style hotel unlocks endless adventures in H-town. The former auto showroom creatively adapts the space into a modern sanctuary with nods to its industrial past with original hardwood and factory windows. Guests can enjoy a 24-hour gym, fully equipped kitchens and in unit laundry.
Future locations include:
New Orleans: The 22-room residence-style hotel is located in the historic Bywater neighborhood known for its majestic magnolia trees and vibrant music scene, just about a mile away from the French Quarter. In addition to offering guests full kitchens and washers and dryers in unit, the hotel will have a restaurant showcasing the beloved flavors of New Orleans, an art gallery and coffee and wine bars for guests to enjoy.
Washington D.C.: Located steps from Barracks Row in DC’s Navy Yard, the 81-room residence-style hotel connects two buildings into one memorable stay. Guests will enjoy modern amenities like in-room chef-ready kitchens with stainless steel appliances, reliable Wi-Fi and in-unit laundry. For those looking to explore, guests will also be able to take in the historic charm and dynamic food scene in the surrounding area.
Washington D.C.: Set in DC’s NOMA neighborhood near downtown and Union Market, the 67-room residence-style hotel will offer an upscale, modern home away from home. With a sleek design, spaces will include in-room chef-ready kitchens, fast Wi-Fi and 24/7 gym access. Its location will also provide easy access to historic landmarks, museums and can’t miss dining experiences for foodies coming to town.
“We’ve been in this business for decades, providing quality and comfort to people looking for a reliable homebase. By partnering with Wyndham, we unlock access to its expansive distribution channels—including its network of approximately 112 million enrolled loyalty members—and join forces in delivering the memorable experiences in iconic cities today’s extended-stay guests are craving.”
– Lee Curtis, Founder & CEO, Reside
The #1 Hotel Rewards Program Wyndham hotels participate in Wyndham Rewards®, the Company’s award-winning rewards program with over 60,000 hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals worldwide. With approximately 112 million enrolled members worldwide, Wyndham Rewards is the only hotel loyalty program where members earn a guaranteed 1,000 points with every qualified stay.
Accounting for approximately half of all U.S. check-ins, members can easily redeem points towards free nights at tens of thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals around the world or a host of other rewards like tours, activities, gift cards, shopping and more. Offering three simple redemption tiers, free nights start at just 7,500 points per room per night, while discounted nights start at just 1,500 points per room per night.
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About Reside Headquartered in Seattle, WA, Reside is the leading provider of professionally operated and managed global alternative accommodations with a portfolio of premier hospitality and technology brands. Reside’s mission is to present a new way to stay; offering a curated experience to guests no matter the destination or duration of their stay. Reside operates in over 60 countries across the globe, providing a diversified selection of options to satisfy the growing consumer demand for dependable, high-quality housing solutions for business or leisure travel. To learn more visit www.staywithreside.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 9,200 hotels across over 95 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 893,000 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 25 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 112 million enrolled members the opportunity to redeem points at thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally. For more information, visit wyndhamhotels.com.
Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including statements related to Wyndham’s current views and expectations with respect to expected hotel openings. Forward-looking statements are any statements other than statements of historical fact, including those that convey management’s expectations as to the future based on plans, estimates and projections at the time Wyndham makes the statements and may be identified by words such as “will,” “expect,” “believe,” “plan,” “anticipate,” “predict,” “intend,” “goal,” “future,” “forward,” “remain,” “outlook,” “guidance,” “target,” “objective,” “estimate,” “projection” and similar words or expressions, including the negative version of such words and expressions. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of Wyndham 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, including inflation, higher interest rates and potential recessionary pressures; global or regional health crises or pandemics including the resulting impact on Wyndham’s business, operations, financial results, cash flows and liquidity, as well as the impact on its franchisees, guests and team members, the hospitality industry and overall demand for and restrictions on travel; the performance of the financial and credit markets; the economic environment for the hospitality industry; operating risks associated with the hotel franchising business; Wyndham’s relationships with franchisees; the impact of war, terrorist activity, political instability or political strife, including the ongoing conflicts between Russia and Ukraine and conflicts in the Middle East, respectively; Wyndham’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 Wyndham’s ability to obtain financing and the terms of such financing, including access to liquidity and capital; and Wyndham’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 Wyndham’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. These risks and uncertainties are not the only ones Wyndham may face and additional risks may arise or become material in the future. Wyndham undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, subsequent events or otherwise, except as required by law.
Deal brings over 2,600 rooms into Wyndham’s rapidly growing
all-inclusive portfolio, now spanning more than 50 resorts globally
PARSIPPANY, N.J. (May 14, 2024) – Wyndham Rewards® members can now access more all-inclusive offerings than ever before, including nine new resorts across Mexico, Panama and Jamaica, thanks to a newly formed alliance between Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and Decameron All Inclusive Hotels & Resorts.
The latest in a growing list of notable industry collaborations, the deal expands Wyndham’s all-inclusive offerings to more than 50 resorts globally while connecting Decameron to Wyndham’s best-in-class marketing, technology and distribution platforms, including Wyndham Rewards®, the industry’s number one hotel rewards program as named by USA TODAY and U.S. News & World Report. Decameron—one of Latin America’s premier owners and operators known for its decades of experience and expansive portfolio of resorts throughout the region—will continue to own and operate all nine resorts.
“Whether it’s a honeymoon or a family vacation, all-inclusive resorts take the stress out of getting away, bundling virtually every aspect of the trip into one single price. It’s what makes all-inclusives a beloved travel option for guests and why increasingly, operators like Decameron are turning to Wyndham—helping to significantly expand their reach to travelers around the globe.”
– Gustavo Viescas, President, Latin America and the Caribbean, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
“Through our alliance with Wyndham, we are joining efforts with one of the world’s leading hotel franchisors, deploying our combined strengths to enhance our distribution capabilities and expand our presence. In doing so, we have an opportunity to provide unforgettable travel experiences to more guests than ever before.”
-Fabio Villegas, President, Decameron All Inclusive Hotels & Resorts
Beachside Escapes for the Everyday Traveler Explore the beautiful Bay of Banderas in Riviera Nayarit. Take in the rich history of the Farallon fishing village outside Panama City. Relax among the picturesque views of Runaway Bay in Jamaica. Each of Decameron’s nine all-inclusive resorts joining Wyndham combine optimal relaxation, immersive culture and endless opportunities to enjoy time away from home.
Five resorts from Decameron, which owns and operates a broader network of properties, will join Wyndham’s rapidly expanding Trademark Collection® by Wyndham brand, while four others join Wyndham’s globally known Ramada® by Wyndham brand. All join Wyndham Rewards, Wyndham’s award-winning rewards program, enabling members to earn 10 points per dollar spent on qualified stays with many offering free nights for as few as 15,000 Wyndham Rewards points per night—making these hotels some of the richest redemption options within the program.
Grand Decameron Complex Bucerías, A Trademark All-Inclusive: Situated near Puerto Vallarta International Airport, Grand Decameron Complex Bucerías sits along the expansive Banderas Bay in Riviera Nayarit. The family-friendly resort has five pools, three tennis courts and a soccer field, along with international cuisine and beachside dining for guests to enjoy. Free nights with Wyndham Rewards are just 15,000 points per night for two guests.
Grand Decameron Panama, A Trademark All-Inclusive Resort: Located 90 minutes outside Panama City, Grand Decameron Panama offers idyllic views of colorful tropical gardens and white sand beaches along the Pacific coast. From delving into local culture, visiting the nearby Panama Canal and taking advantage of the resort’s vibrant discotheque or nightly entertainment, guests enjoy an authentic Panamanian experience throughout their visit. Free nights with Wyndham Rewards are just 30,000 points per night for two guests.
Grand Decameron Los Cabos, A Trademark All-Inclusive Resort: An easy 15-minute drive from Los Cabos International Airport and just 5-minutes from San Jose del Cabo, Grand Decameron Los Cabos allows guests to immerse themselves in culture. Whether exploring peaceful city streets with restaurants and boutiques, taking a short walk to the ocean or a plunging into one of the resort’s many pools, the hotel is perfect for families and friends looking to mix relaxation with exploration. Free nights with Wyndham Rewards are just 30,000 points per night for two guests.
Grand Decameron Montego Beach, A Trademark All-Inclusive: Located in well-known Montego Bay, Grand Decameron Montego Beach offers crystal clear views of the surrounding waters while connecting visitors to host of amenities. Guests can enjoy an array of international cuisines, including specialties like Jamaican fusion; disconnect at the fitness center or spa; or enjoy range of outdoor activities, including windsurfing and sailing. Popular attractions like Rose Hall Plantation and Glistening Waters are also close by. Free nights with Wyndham Rewards are just 15,000 points per night for two guests.
Grand Decameron Cornwall Beach, A Trademark All-Inclusive: Situated in the northwest area of Jamaica, Grand Decameron Cornwall Beach lets guests can enjoy the sounds of reggae amid breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea. The resort offers a wide variety of outdoor sports including kayaking, canoeing and sailing—one can even raft down the nearby Martha Brae River—along with multiple pools, an array of nightly entertainment and more. Free nights with Wyndham Rewards are just 15,000 points per night for two guests.
Decameron Los Cocos Guayabitos, Ramada All-Inclusive Resort: Located about an hour from Puerto Vallarta International Airport, Decameron Los Cocos Guayabitos offers a spectacular get away to Mexico’s western coast. Guests can explore the local fishing village, take in beautiful views along the resort’s 100 meters of beach or indulge in traditional Mexican and international cuisine at the three on-site restaurants: La Bamba, La Canoa and Tropical. Free nights with Wyndham Rewards are just 15,000 points per night for two guests.
Decameron La Marina Guayabitos, Ramada All-Inclusive Resort: Amidst a quiet town in Riviera Nayarit, Decameron La Marina Guayabitos is a modern resort boasting family-friendly activities and stellar views of Coral Island. With nearby coral reefs and breathtaking sightings of humpback whales, the hotel offers incredible opportunities for travelers to relax while making incredible memories. Free nights with Wyndham Rewards are just 15,000 points per night for two guests.
Decameron Isla Coral Guayabitos, Ramada All-Inclusive Resort: Located in the Rincon de Guayabitos Bay in Riviera Nayarit, Decameron Isla Coral Guayabitos boasts an avante-garde style with tropical wood finishes illustrative of the region. From daily entertainment that immerses guests in Mexican culture to a variety of daytime activities like Zumba and dedicated game activities, the hotel is perfect for families looking to unplug and have fun together. Free nights with Wyndham Rewards are just 15,000 points per night for two guests.
Decameron Club Caribbean Runaway Bay, Ramada All-Inclusive: Situated in picturesque Runaway Bay, Decameron Club Caribbean Runaway Bay immerses guests in a tropical oasis with walking trails surrounded by gardens and cottage-style rooms embraced in flora and fauna. The hotel includes two pools, prime areas for sunbathing and restaurants offering cuisine ranging from Jamaican to Asian flavors. Free nights with Wyndham Rewards are just 15,000 points per night for two guests.
To learn more about Wyndham’s alliance with Decameron All Inclusive Hotels & Resorts, or to book your next stay, visit WyndhamHotels.com/Decameron.
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About Decameron All Inclusive Hotels & Resorts Decameron All Inclusive Hotels & Resorts, a 36-year leader in Latin America’s all-inclusive segment, carves out a distinctive niche grounded in service, quality, and destination immersion. With nearly 30 properties in eight countries and serving more than 4.5 million guest nights per year, Decameron today operates more than 7,000 guest rooms across Colombia, Ecuador, El Salvador, Haiti, Jamaica, Mexico, Panama, and Peru, with a rich portfolio that entices guests to fall in love with its destinations. For more information, visit www.decameron.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 9,200 hotels across over 95 countries on six continents. Through its network of over 876,000 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 25 hotel brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn®, Trademark Collection® and Wyndham®. The Company’s award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program offers approximately 108 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.
A win for travel planners and managers, real-time rates and availability go live across industry’s largest portfolio of economy and midscale hotels.
PARSIPPANY, N.J. (Feb. 12, 2024) – Group bookings across the industry’s largest portfolio of economy and midscale hotels will soon take minutes—not days—thanks to Groups360 and the rapid rollout of over 5,600 Wyndham hotels to the GroupSyncTM Marketplace.
The shift is a welcome change not just for traditional travel planners (think meetings, weddings and events) but also travel managers, particularly those in infrastructure-centric fields like construction and logistics, whose crews need to spend weeks if not months on the job, often with as little as 24-hour’s notice.
Through GroupSync, travel planners and managers can browse real-time rates and availability at participating hotels and directly book 10 to 50 rooms without needing to contact the hotel or engage in a traditional RFP—saving valuable time. Meeting space for events can also be booked at hotels when needed and where available.
“We’re always looking for new ways to make it simpler and easier for clients to do business with Wyndham. Whether it’s a family reunion, a youth sports tournament or a three-month-long bridge repair project—GroupSync makes it simple for groups to find the right hotel at the right price and book on the spot.”
– Angie Gadwood, SVP Global Sales, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
“Wyndham is one of the world’s leading hospitality companies and their portfolio is unique in that it represents key property categories that expand GroupSync’s Instant Booking inventory. In bringing their U.S. portfolio on board, we’re able to deliver a broader, more robust, more inclusive offering—one that’s better equipped to meet the needs of all travel planners and managers.”
– Kemp Gallineau, CEO, Groups360
Wyndham’s collaboration with Groups360 is the latest in a list of efforts to help its hotels tap into a multi-year, infrastructure-related travel boom and what it believes is a ~$3.3 billion revenue opportunity for franchisees. Last year, the Company expanded its Global Sales force by 25% and more recently, deployed new tools to help sellers better identify and capture infrastructure-related opportunities for franchisees.
Groups360 and GroupSync are also a part of Wyndham’s innovative Wyndham Business program which, through a suite of tools and resources, aims to help make business travel easier for all. The program caters to small and mid-size business owners, travel advisors, travel buyers, meeting planners and more—all while offering discounted rates and exclusive perks.
The majority of Wyndham hotels in the U.S. are anticipated to be available for instant booking on GroupSync this week with the last remaining hotels expected to go live before end of month. To browse hotels, check-rates and availability, or complete a booking, visit groupsync.com.
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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 spanning over 95 countries and 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.
Project HQ leverages sbe’s decades of lifestyle expertise, offering a transformative solution for adapting legacy hotels into exceptional centers for dining, nightlife, and wellness.
Designed for savvy Millennial and Gen Z travelers, Project HQ has strategic investment from entertainment icon and entrepreneur, Marc Anthony; targeting 50 open hotels by 2030.
Project HQ joins Wyndham’s Registry Collection Hotels brand, tapping into the scale, resources and reach of the world’s largest hotel franchisor.
MIAMI (January 22, 2024)– sbe, the privately-held leading international lifestyle hospitality group that develops, manages and operates world-class hotels, restaurants, lounges and nightclubs, and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH), the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,100 hotels spanning over 95 countries, announced today the launch of a new smart lifestyle brand under the working title, Project HQ Hotels & Residences.
Project HQ unites the decades of experience of lifestyle visionary Sam Nazarian with the global scale, resources and reach of Wyndham. Owned by sbe with strategic investment by entertainment icon, entrepreneur and sbe equity partner Marc Anthony and his company Magnus, Project HQ will be affiliated with Wyndham’s Registry Collection Hotels, which caters to hotel owners in the luxury and smart lifestyle segments.
This marks sbe’s first hotel brand after the 2020 sale of its hospitality brand and management platform which included over 100 hotels (SLS, Delano, Mondrian and Hyde, among others), more than 150 restaurants and lounges, and over $4 billion of luxury residential sales.
Sam Nazarian, Founder & CEO of sbe states:
“At sbe, we believe in the fundamental value of hotels as places where people make memories and experience wonder. When we created lifestyle luxury back in 2005 with SLS, we forged a new category. Now, almost 20 years later we look to reinvent lifestyle again with Project HQ, the first smart lifestyle hotel brand. We will channel our entrepreneurial spirit and deep industry expertise into crafting intuitive, groundbreaking solutions for both hotel owners and guests. As a global leader for over two decades, we feel uniquely equipped to solve for the unmet needs of the next generation who are eager to engage with culinary excellence and vibrant social spaces that we’ve curated and cultivated with intention. It is such a privilege to have the support of an icon and entrepreneur like Marc Anthony as we embark on this next chapter. We also feel so honored to have established a strategic alliance with the best-in-class team at Wyndham and look forward to bringing The Wyndham Advantage to owners of Project HQ hotels around the globe.”
Geoff Ballotti, President & CEO of Wyndham states:
“Today we are combining Sam Nazarian’s unmatched culinary and lifestyle experience with the unrivalled scale and resources of the world’s largest hotel franchisor to fuel Project HQ Hotels & Residences. Our owners drive our success. Hotel owners searching for a differentiated, yet approachable, lifestyle brand will immediately benefit from the scale and resources of the world’s largest hotel franchisor, gaining access to best-in-class sales, distribution and technology, along with the industry’s number one hotel loyalty program in Wyndham Rewards.”
Smart Lifestyle: A New Category
With over two decades of experience in lifestyle hospitality, sbe is setting out to pave the way for a new category, smart lifestyle, revolutionizing hospitality by building communities and creating meaningful memories for its savvy Millennial and Gen Z guests through memorable experiences. Project HQ was concepted to be a more approachable experience for the consumer that has been priced out of the lifestyle hotel market and doesn’t feel like they have a brand that speaks to their desires in travel. Project HQ is the only smart lifestyle brand that provides innovative, proven solutions for the hospitality space. The brand name “Project HQ” is born from the concept that Project HQ Hotels will be in the heart of the cities they launch in, serving as the “headquarters” for exceptional dining, nightlife and wellness.
Project HQ’s 360 Approach to Smart Lifestyle
With brands backed by celebrity chefs like Casa Dani from 3-star Michelin Chef Dani García; MXO, a Mexican Steakhouse by Chef Wes Avila; the award-winning Katsuya by Chef Katsuya Uechi; and more brands in incubation with rising stars in the culinary space, Project HQ provides a unique food and beverage experience that transforms its hotels into sought-after destinations for locals and travelers alike. With a comprehensive approach, Project HQ offers legacy hotel owners an unparalleled and simplified experience to revitalize their properties, elevating them into distinguished Project HQ Hotels & Residences.
With a 360 approach to programming a property, Project HQ can equip a hotel with a desirable brand and global awareness, pre-approved FF&E packages, supply chain, technology integrations, OS&E packages, and unique programming to monetize otherwise underutilized spaces of the hotel. Project HQ can deliver this through its collection of partnerships and collaborations.
Project HQ will provide owners with sbe wellness programming, adding the med spa offering with sbe Wellness Clinics, and myriad food and beverage offerings ranging from fine dining to the array of brands from Sam Nazarian’s C3 and Nextbite with influential celebrity partners like Sofia Vergara, Dario Cecchini, Iron Chef Masharu Morimoto, Dani García, and Wes Avila; YouTube influencers like Dude Perfect and Matt Stonie; legendary brands like Umami Burger and Soom Soom and additional brands with cult followings. These comprehensive enhancements will not only help hotels revitalize their real estate, but deeply enrich the guest experience, making every visit memorable and unique.
Project HQ Branded Residential
Project HQ will also deliver a uniquely positioned branded residential offering for underserved markets like integrated student housing, workforce housing and the like. After launching an extremely successful branded residential business with brands like SLS and Mondrian that regularly sold for ~20% above market rates, this Project HQ product is set to build on that expertise to deliver a unique smart lifestyle residential program that will drive licensing revenue for owners and address a need for the most sought-after Millennial and Gen Z audience.
A Strategic Alliance: Wyndham
Through its strategic alliance with Wyndham, Project HQ join Wyndham’s Registry Collection Hotels brand. Widely recognized for its OwnerFirstSM approach, Wyndham in recent years has invested more than $275 million in technology, helping deliver industry-first sales, marketing and digital innovations including mobile check-in/check-out, mobile key and more—all while expanding its on-the-ground operational support of hotels.
From next-gen property and revenue management systems to opt-in, revenue-boosting, ancillary services like its Signature Reservation Services, to loyalty-building team member incentives like The Rewards Circle—no other major hotel company is more focused or more committed to the long-term, collective success of owners and franchisees.
Project HQ will also participate in Wyndham Rewards, connecting them to a rapidly growing enrolled member base of approximately 105 million everyday travelers around the globe. Program members account for nearly one out of every two check-ins at Wyndham’s hotels across the U.S. and on average, stay and spend nearly twice as much as non-members. Wyndham Rewards is routinely celebrated for its simple, generous approach to rewards has been named the number one hotel rewards program by both U.S. News & World Report and the readers of USA TODAY.
The Future of PROJECT HQ
Project HQ plans to open 50 hotels by 2030, delivering approximately 7,500 rooms designed uniquely for the savvy Millennial and Gen Z traveler. PROJECT HQ’s business development team will also benefit from the experience and reach of Wyndham’s large development organization, aiding the brand in seeking out both ground up developments and conversion Projects. Project HQ’s concept is a solution that legacy hotel owners have a deep and urgent need for in todays’ market. Project HQ plans to open 50% of its properties stateside with 50% of openings internationally, and a mix of 80% conversion Projects and 20% ground up new construction.
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About sbe
Established in 2002 by Founder and CEO Sam Nazarian, sbe is a privately-held, leading lifestyle hospitality company that develops, manages and operates world-class hotels, restaurants, lounges and nightclubs. Through exclusive partnerships with cultural visionaries, sbe is devoted to creating extraordinary experiences throughout its proprietary brands with a commitment to authenticity, sophistication, mastery and innovation. Over the last decade, sbe has mastered the art of creating desirable destinations; the lifestyle platform included over 100 hotels and 150 restaurants and lounges. In 2020, Sam Nazarian shifted his focus to the culinary and nightlife world by launching Disruptive Restaurant Group (DRG.) DRG incubates and operates globally renowned culinary brands including critically-acclaimed restaurants, lounges and nightclubs. By partnering with an impressive roster of internationally renowned culinary talent, DRG concepts are committed to innovation and setting new industry standards. Restaurants and lounges include: Casa Dani, by three Michelin-starred Chef Dani Garcia; Citizens; Katsuya, by Chef Katsuya Uechi; Kumi; MXO by Wes Avila, Doheny Room; HYDE; LiFE; and S Bar. In 2023, sbe announced its foray back into hotels with PROJECT HQ Hotels & Residences, a smart lifestyle concept launched via a strategic alliance with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. Sam Nazarian has consistently demonstrated his ability to anticipate and shape the future of hospitality and gastronomy. With his unwavering passion, entrepreneurial prowess, and a portfolio of iconic brands, Sam has cemented his position as a trailblazer in both the hospitality and culinary world for generations to come. To learn more, visit sbe.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 spanning over 95 countries and 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.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, including statements related to the development and rooms growth. Wyndham claims the protection of the Safe Harbor contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 for forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements include those that convey management’s expectations as to the future based on plans, estimates and Projections at the time Wyndham 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. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of Wyndham 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 hereof. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements include, without limitation: general economic conditions, including inflation, higher interest rates and potential recessionary pressures; the effects from the coronavirus pandemic, including the impact on Wyndham’s business, as well as the impact on its franchisees, guests and team members, the hospitality industry and overall demand for and restrictions on travel; the performance of the financial and credit markets; the economic environment for the hospitality industry; operating risks associated with the hotel franchising business; Wyndham’s relationships with franchisees; the impact of war, terrorist activity, political instability or political strife, including the ongoing conflicts between Russia and Ukraine and between Israel and Hamas; Wyndham’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 Wyndham’s ability to obtain financing and the terms of such financing, including access to liquidity and capital; and Wyndham’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 Wyndham’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC and subsequent reports filed with the SEC. Wyndham undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, subsequent events or otherwise, except as required by law.
16 LuxUrban hotels across New York, Washington D.C., Miami, New Orleans and Los Angeles to join Wyndham’s Trademark Collection, with the opportunity for additional hotels to join thereafter.
LuxUrban will continue to manage hotels as they join the industry’s #1 hotel rewards program and leverage Wyndham’s best-in-class sales, marketing, technology and distribution platform
PARSIPPANY, N.J. and MIAMI (August 3, 2023) – Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,100 hotels across more than 95 countries, and LuxUrban Hotels, Inc. (NASDAQ: LUXH), a leading hotel operator with a growing portfolio of nearly two-dozen assets in key urban markets across the U.S., today announced a newly signed deal to bring 16 LuxUrban hotels, representing approximately 1,400 rooms, into the Trademark Collection® by Wyndham brand later this year.
Located across New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Washington, and New Orleans, the hotels will maintain their LuxUrban branding while also gaining affiliation and recognition via the Trademark brand name. In exchange, Wyndham will provide financial, sales, and operational related support to help advance LuxUrban’s asset-light acquisition-driven growth strategy. The agreement also paves the way for additional LuxUrban hotels—including any locations not yet acquired—to join Trademark in the future.
“We created Trademark Collection by Wyndham specifically to cater to the needs of operators like LuxUrban,” said Chip Ohlsson, chief development officer, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. “So many hotels today, particularly those in urban destinations, have a distinct character and unique charm that hoteliers want to hold on to. At the same time, they want the visibility, distribution and support that comes with being part of a well-known brand. Trademark gracefully bridges that gap, affording hoteliers the opportunity to maintain their independence while unlocking the resources of the world’s largest hotel franchisor.”
Ohlsson added, “In just a few years, LuxUrban has created a significant position in the U.S. urban hotel market, proving the success of its unique, asset light operating model. We’re excited to have their hotels join what continues to be one of Wyndham’s fastest growing brands and even more excited by the long-term growth opportunities that exist for both LuxUrban and for Trademark.”
Trademark Collection by Wyndham is geared toward three- and four-star hoteliers looking to tap into the scale and resources of Wyndham while maintaining their hotels’ independent spirit. Today, the brand includes more than 185 hotels in nearly 25 countries, including locations in top-tier cities like Atlanta, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Montreal, Berlin, Zurich, Athens and Istanbul, among others.
An Asset-Light Approach Founded in 2017, LuxUrban leverages an asset-light strategy, securing long-term leases for hotels in key city-center destinations. The approach allows LuxUrban to capitalize on growing consumer demand for short stay accommodations in destination cities while aiding the owners of distressed urban assets who, in addition to struggling with the lingering effects of the global pandemic, may also be juggling rising interest rates, depressed property values and tighter underwriting terms. By acquiring the operating rights to these hotels under long-term Master Lease Agreements, LuxUrban helps property owners retain ownership of their assets while unlocking each hotel’s full commercial potential.
“Our collaboration with Wyndham is a tremendous leap forward for LuxUrban and a validation of our operating model, execution abilities, and large opportunity landscape,” said Brian Ferdinand, chairman and CEO, LuxUrban Hotels. “We appreciate Wyndham’s collaborative approach to the process, the depth and breadth of their due diligence, and their confidence in our team and outlook. With the support of a world class hospitality organization like Wyndham, as well as their assistance with growth and working capital in the form of development advance notes for existing and future projects, we believe we are now in the best position in our history to accelerate growth, enhance cash flow and capture the benefits of scale.”
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts brings an owner-first mentality to franchising, prioritizing the needs of franchisees to help ensure their long-term success. As the world’s largest hotel franchisor, with more hotels than any other major hotel company, Wyndham leverages its scale to provide best-in-class services and support across marketing, distribution, sales, sourcing and technology. Through Wyndham Rewards, recently named number one hotel rewards program by editors of U.S News & World Report, hotels within the Wyndham portfolio benefit from access to a rapidly growing membership base of more than 100 million enrolled members, who today account for nearly one out of every two U.S. check-ins.
Added Ferdinand, “We’re incredibly enthusiastic about our alignment with Wyndham, and believe that the financial, brand and operating advantages our relationship provides will make LuxUrban an even more attractive solution for property owners looking to employ our asset-light, triple net lease alternatives, particularly those looking to tap into new sources of capital while maintaining ownership of their asset.”
Note to Investors: LuxUrban will discuss its partnership with Wyndham during its financial results conference call, scheduled for August 9, 2023 at 10:00 am ET. Details may be accessed here or by visiting https://investor.luxurbanhotels.com.
About LuxUrban Hotels Inc. LuxUrban Hotels Inc. utilizes an asset light business model to lease entire hotels on a long-term basis and rent out hotel rooms in the properties it leases to business and vacation travelers through the company’s online portal and third-party sales and distribution channels. The company currently manages a portfolio of hotel rooms in New York, Washington D.C., Miami Beach, New Orleans and Los Angeles. As of March 31, 2023, the company has 1,034 hotel rooms available for rent and seeks to rapidly build its portfolio on favorable economics through the acquisition of additional accommodations that were dislocated or are underutilized as a result of the pandemic and current economic conditions. In late 2021, the company commenced the process of winding down its legacy business of leasing and re-leasing multifamily residential units, as it pivoted toward its new strategy of leasing hotels. This transition has been substantially completed.
About Trademark Collection by Wyndham Each of Trademark Collection by Wyndham’s upper-midscale-and-above hotels around the world – from landmark hotels in Europe, Asia, The Americas and the Caribbean 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 Wyndham-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.trademarkhotels.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 852,000 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 over 103 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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Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements include, without limitation, general economic conditions, including inflation, higher interest rates and potential recessionary pressures; the worsening of the effects from the coronavirus pandemic (“COVID-19”); COVID-19’s scope, duration, resurgence and impact on the Company’s business operations, financial results, cash flows and liquidity, as well as the impact on the Company’s franchisees, guests and team members, the hospitality industry and overall demand for and restrictions on travel; the Company’s continued performance during the recovery from COVID-19 and any resurgence or mutations of the virus; concerns with or threats of other pandemics, contagious diseases or health epidemics, including the effects of COVID-19; the performance of the financial and credit markets; the economic environment for the hospitality industry; operating risks associated with the hotel franchising business; the Company’s relationships with franchisees; the impact of war, terrorist activity, political instability or political strife, including the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine; 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; 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, except as required by law.
Teams with Béné, becoming one the first hotel companies to offer a portfolio-wide, mobile tipping platform
PARSIPPANY, N.J. (September 14, 2022) – Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,000 hotels across more than 95 countries, today unveiled a new, portfolio-wide, mobile tipping solution for its U.S. and Canadian franchisees, making it one of the first major hotel companies to do so.
Developed and managed by Béné, a leader in cashless tipping, the platform enables guests to easily tip hotel team members digitally via their preferred mobile device and is now available for adoption by Wyndham franchisees across all brands. It comes as a growing number of consumers adopt and show preference for digital payments, which according to consulting firm McKinsey, 82% of Americans are now using.
“The pandemic dramatically accelerated guest demand for digital payment solutions and that trend will only continue in the coming years,” said Scott Strickland, chief information officer, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. “Having previously empowered our franchisees to accept digital, contactless payment for stays at their hotels, the next logical step was to find a solution that allows guests to recognize housekeepers, wait staff and other frontline team members in a similar fashion. This platform does exactly that and at virtually no cost to franchisees.”
Once a hotel opts-in and is setup on the Béné platform, guests can easily recognize the team member of their choice by scanning a QR code during their stay and choosing how much they would like to tip. QR codes are unique to each team member and tips are deposited daily either directly into their individual bank accounts or into the property’s account to be distributed with regular payroll. The platform accepts multiple forms of payment, including credit card, Apple Pay® and Google Paytm. Similar to other digital payment services, platform costs are covered by guests via a small transaction fee, leaving franchisees responsible only for basic marketing materials, which they can either order directly from Béné at a minimal cost or create themselves.
Added Strickland, “The beauty of this solution is its simplicity and how easy it is for our franchisees to allow their guests to make the switch from cash to digital. There’s no app to download and no software to install. It’s entirely web-based, which means so long as guests have a phone and an internet connection, they’re able to tip and show their appreciation.”
Wyndham’s push for mobile tipping comes amid the Company’s broader celebrations supporting International Housekeepers & Environmental Services Week, a global initiative sponsored by The Indoor Environmental Healthcare and Hospitality Association (IHEA), dedicated to recognizing the efforts of housekeepers and custodial staff members. Held every year during the second full week of September, Wyndham leadership, along with its franchisees, are spending the week celebrating housekeepers at hotels around globe, making in-person visits while giving away an array of awards and prizes, including millions of Wyndham Rewards points.
“At the heart of every great hotel is a great team of housekeepers,” said Scott LePage, president, Americas, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. “This week is all about celebrating them and all that they do for both guests as well as our industry. While we invite everyone to join us in showing their thanks this week, our greater hope is that through initiatives like mobile tipping, we can empower guests by making it easier for them to show their appreciation with every stay, no matter the time of year.”
Mobile tipping is the latest initiative as part of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts ongoing, multi-year, digital transformation. Over the past three years, the Company has significantly invested in new technology to enhance the guest experience while delivering best-in-class resources and enhanced operational efficiencies for its franchisees. Earlier this year, it launched Road Trip Planner, an innovative new tool allowing travelers to seamlessly plot, plan and book their ideal road trip via Wyndham’s award-winning mobile app and more recently, debuted RevIQ, a next-generation, cloud-based, mobile-first revenue management system designed to help franchisees optimize their revenue strategies and grow market share.
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 over 95 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 819,000 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 23 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 over 95 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 22nd Brand Debuts with Two Beachfront Resorts in Cancun and Playa Del Carmen, with More Resorts to Follow
PARSIPPANY, N.J. – (Oct. 5, 2021) – Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH), the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,000 hotels across nearly 95 countries, and Playa Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: PLYA), a leading owner, operator and developer of all-inclusive resorts in popular vacation destination in Mexico and the Caribbean, announced today the launch of a new all-inclusive resort brand, Wyndham Alltra. The announcement marks Wyndham’s 22nd brand and its first dedicated entirely to the fast-growing, all-inclusive segment. In conjunction with the brand launch, Wyndham begins a strategic alliance with Playa Hotels & Resorts, leveraging Wyndham’s unparalleled ability to drive sales, marketing and distribution in the economy, midscale and upscale segments via its 89 million enrolled Wyndham Rewards Members and distinct Everyday Travelers, combined with Playa’s ability to provide a best in class hospitality experience and exceptional value to guests.
The new brand’s name “Alltra” is born from the brand promise of “All-Inclusive Travel for All,” keeping with Wyndham’s mission of delivering exceptional experiences to the everyday traveler. Wyndham Alltra creates an all-inclusive resort experience that is distinct to the upper-midscale segment, offering upscale food and beverage, services, amenities and activities with an expressive local flavor at an exceptional value. The brand will feature both family-friendly and adults-only resorts in the Caribbean and other resort destinations.
The first two resorts to debut under the Wyndham Alltra brand are Playa’s 458 room Wyndham Alltra Cancun located in the heart of the Hotel zone with its 10 upscale restaurants , bars, lounges and pools, and the 287 room Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen in the heart of Playa Del Carmen featuring unlimited gourmet dining just steps from Fifth Avenue with its bars, restaurants and high-end shops. Currently undergoing renovations, both resorts remain open and are scheduled to complete renovations and become Wyndham Alltra resorts in time for the holidays in December, 2021. The two resorts will mark the first of many properties to be developed under the strategic alliance between Wyndham and Playa in the upper-midscale, all-inclusive resort sector in the Caribbean and Mexico that Playa currently operates in.
“Wyndham Alltra will introduce many of our over 150 million annual guests to our first all-inclusive brand,” said Geoffrey A. Ballotti, president and chief executive officer of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. “Partnering with a leading owner, operator and developer of all-inclusive resorts in prime beachfront locations, will create immediate access for our customers and our over 80 million Wyndham Rewards members to a fabulous, all-inclusive guest experience – members who will be able to redeem their Wyndham Rewards points for a new all-inclusive vacation experience at Wyndham Alltra resorts, and earn points for their stays.”
“Today’s announcement combines Wyndham’s robust distribution capabilities and award-winning loyalty program with our highly acclaimed all-inclusive expertise. Together, we are launching a new experience in the upper-midscale resort segment to reach more first-time all-inclusive guests,” said Bruce Wardinski, chairman and chief executive officer, Playa Hotels & Resorts.
Details about first two Playa properties to become Wyndham Alltra resorts:
Wyndham Alltra Cancun, All-Inclusive Resort – Guests can enjoy the ultimate all-inclusive vacation on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula with a stay at Wyndham Alltra Cancun. Situated in the heart of the lively Hotel Zone, our sprawling beachfront resort is the perfect escape for families, couples, and group gatherings. From the moment guests arrive, they’ll be transported to paradise with more than 10 incredible restaurants, bars and lounges, multiple pools, and a host of included activities ranging from yoga classes to tequila tastings. Kids of all ages will love our pirate-themed splash park, waterslides, and mini-golf course, while teens can spend afternoons and evenings in our #Hashtag hangout room. Throughout their stay, guests can keep up with their workout routine in a state-of-the-art fitness center or with one of our many group fitness classes—and be sure to make time for indulgent treatments and the complimentary hydrotherapy area at Aura Spa. Just 21 kilometers (13 miles) from Cancun International Airport (CUN), our picture-perfect resort is close to ancient Mayan ruins, lively nightlife in downtown Cancun, and so much more. Each of our contemporary suites is appointed with everything a guest needs to unwind—from fully stocked minibars to terraces with incredible views of the Caribbean Sea. If celebrating a wedding or planning a business meeting, guests can host a memorable gathering with customizable all-inclusive packages in one of our outdoor or indoor venues.
Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen, Adults Only All Inclusive – Guests revel in an adults-only paradise along the idyllic Riviera Maya, steps from a breathtaking beach, fantastic shopping along 5th Avenue, and vibrant nightlife. Just 55 kilometers (34 miles) from Cancun International Airport (CUN), Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen, Adults Only All Inclusive offers the ultimate carefree vacation with unlimited gourmet dining and creative cocktails as well as a state-of-the-art fitness center, daily activities like beachfront yoga and aqua aerobics, and nightly entertainment. Guests can take a dip in the sparkling Olympic-size pool overlooking the Caribbean Sea, enjoy a leisurely stroll along the warm white sand, or get pampered at the full-service spa and salon. After a day of sunning, shopping, or sightseeing, guests will love retreating to one of our 287 non-smoking rooms and suites, featuring a balcony or terrace for savoring the sunset and thoughtful conveniences like a fully stocked minibar, complimentary bath products, and free WiFi. If guests want to book an excursion to Cozumel or snag a table at the hottest club, our friendly, multilingual staff are always on standby to ensure they have the vacation they have ’ve been dreaming about.
Wyndham Alltra is designed to make it easier for the everyday traveler to find truly outstanding all-inclusive hotel experiences outside of the current upscale and luxury options. This will provide an opportunity for hotel developers, owners, and investors to welcome new customers to all-inclusive hotels with unmatched support from Wyndham. The brand invites hoteliers to take advantage of Wyndham’s scale, distribution, services and loyalty program through this new all-inclusive brand.
Interested in making a reservation at a Wyndham Alltra? Wyndham Rewards members who make a reservation between Oct. 6 and Nov. 30, 2021 and complete their stay by Jan. 18, 2022 will enjoy a complimentary upgrade during their stay including a choice during their stay of either a 50-minute spa experience, beach cabana or other amazing on property experiences. Visit here to get started on your next vacation. Interested in developing a hotel? Get in touch here with our development team to learn more.
About Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V. Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V. (NASDAQ: PLYA, “Playa”) is a leading owner, operator and developer of all-inclusive resorts in prime beachfront locations in popular vacation destinations in Mexico and the Caribbean. Playa owns and/or manages a total portfolio consisting of 22 resorts (8,366 rooms) located in Mexico, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic. Playa leverages years of all-inclusive resort operating expertise and relationships with globally recognized hospitality brands to provide a best in class experience and exceptional value to our guests, while building a direct relationship to improve customer acquisition cost and drive repeat business. Playa owns and manages 15 resorts (6,004 rooms) located throughout Mexico, Jamaica and the Dominican Republic. Playa also owns two resorts in the Dominican Republic that are managed by a third party and manages five resorts on behalf of third-party owners. For more information, please visit www.playaresorts.com.
About Wyndham Alltra Wyndham Alltra is All-Inclusive, All for you. The ultimate carefree vacation awaits with everything you’ve been daydreaming of all in one place. From exciting eats and refreshing cocktails to live entertainment and non-stop activities, picture-perfect beaches to inviting pools, we’ve got something for everyone. It’s the moment you’ve been waiting for. Put on your out of office. Take off to Wyndham Alltra. Book your next stay at www.wyndhamalltra.com or visit www.wyndhamdevelopment.com to learn more about all-inclusive development opportunities.
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 798,000 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 89 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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Reaffirms dedication to our nation’s parks with renewed three-year commitment
Travelodge® by Wyndham today announced it is awarding a $25,000 challenge grant to the National Parks Conservation Association. Above, Canyonlands National Park in Moab, Utah.Click to Download
PARSIPPANY, N.J. (April 19, 2021) – Travelodge® by Wyndham today announced it is awarding a $25,000 challenge grant to the National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA), reaffirming its commitment to protecting and preserving our nation’s parks while challenging others to help match its efforts with a smaller donation of their own.
One of many collaborations happening between Travelodge and NPCA this week to mark National Park Week, the challenge grant, which aims to raise a combined $50,000 between Travelodge and other donors, comes amid rising visitation and increased strain on park resources due to lingering effects of the ongoing pandemic. Last year, over 237 million people visited America’s national parks, with 15 parks setting a new recreation visitation record1. Travelers are invited to make a donation to help match the challenge grant by visiting, www.travelodge.com/npca.
“National Park Week is a chance to celebrate and show appreciation for our nation’s parks, which throughout the pandemic have played a critical role as a safe and fulfilling escape for travelers and their families,” said Haley Maglio, brand leader of Travelodge by Wyndham. “As a brand with a deep love and connection to the outdoors, we’re incredibly proud to help champion NPCA with this grant, supporting its mission and further enabling the critical work it does as it protects and enhances America’s national park system for current and future generations.”
In tandem with the challenge grant, Travelodge also announced today a three-year renewal of its commitment to NPCA along with plans to participate in other coordinated National Park Week activities, including a virtual “Park Talk” webinar with Maglio. The two organizations have collaborated together since 2016 and in that time, Travelodge has provided more than $750,000 in support of NPCA and its work to protect the parks. Over 75 percent of all Travelodge hotels are within an hour’s drive of a national parks.
“Our national parks are as unique as the people visiting them, offering unforgettable experiences that we carry with us and share with a hope that future generation will continue to see these places the way we do today,” said Theresa Pierno, president and CEO for the National Parks Conservation Association. “We are thankful for the years-long and generous support of Travelodge where together, we’re reaching park adventurers about ways to speak up and protect the places they love, from Yellowstone to Everglades, and how to do so responsibly throughout their travels.”
Travelodge’s continued support of NPCA and the nation’s parks is complemented by its ongoing commitment to promoting eco-friendly travel. Known for being travelers’ basecamp for adventure, the brand’s Travelodge + Go Green program aims to reduce the carbon footprint of over 450 hotels throughout North America with eco-friendly initiatives around breakfast, housekeeping and bath amenities.
To learn more about Travelodge’s work with NPCA, including how to make a donation and help NPCA raise a combined $50,000 with the brand’s National Park Week challenge grant, visit www.travelodge.com/npca. Donation deadline is April 25, 2021.
About Travelodge by Wyndham With more than 450 hotels across North America, Travelodge by Wyndham is your basecamp for adventure, offering a clean, comfy room along with free breakfast and Wi-Fi, at affordable rates. Known coast to coast for its laid back, California roots and iconic Sleepy Bear mascot, today, more than 75 percent of all Travelodge hotels are located just an hour’s drive from some of the nation’s most celebrated National Parks. That’s why, in an effort to help protect these vital landmarks, the brand is proud to serve as an official sponsor of National Parks Conservation Association. For more information, or start planning your next adventure, visit www.travelodge.com. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram. For 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 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.
About National Parks Conservation Association
Since 1919, the nonpartisan National Parks Conservation Association has been the leading voice in safeguarding our national parks. NPCA and its more than 1.6 million members and supporters work together to protect and preserve our nation’s most iconic and inspirational places for future generations. For more information, visit www.npca.org.
1 “National Parks Hosted 237 Million Visitors in 2020”
https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1207/02-25-21-national-parks-hosted-237-million-visitors-in-2020.htm
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