Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Development

Ian McClure, CEO of Gulf Coast Hotel Management, Inc., shares his journey from retail and multifamily development to hospitality, now leading a portfolio of 30 extended-stay hotels across the U.S. under the ECHO Suites brand. Alongside Wyndham's own David Wilner, SVP of Development, Ian reveals why he believes extended stay hotels are key to the industry's future. Key takeaways include: 🔹 Extended stay’s resilience during economic downturns  🔹 How operational efficiency drives hotel design & reduces labor 🔹 The impact of standardized room design for scalable growth  🔹 Why partnering with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts offers unmatched brand power  🔹 And more!     Check out the full podcast with Glenn Haussman: https://lnkd.in/dhPPej9c #FranchiseDevelopment #ExtendedStay

In partnership with Reside, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts debuts its Wyndham Residence® tier in the U.S., offering upscale, residence-style hotels in key cities like Houston and Washington D.C. “Reside has a proven track record as one of the most successful names in corporate housing,” shares Amit Sripathi, Chief Development Officer at Wyndham. “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.” Read more on the story: https://lnkd.in/dGxzEK8s #FranchiseDevelopment #ExtendedStay #Residences 

Caribbean Journal recently spoke with Gustavo Viescas, President of Latin America and the Caribbean, to highlight Wyndham Hotels & Resorts' biggest growth and investment opportunities in the Caribbean. “With over $325 million invested in innovative technology over the past five years and a robust loyalty program with approximately 110 million members, Wyndham is committed to providing significant value and success to its partners in the region,” shares Viescas. “We’re focused on leveraging the region’s tourism growth through strategic partnerships.” Read more on the promising outlook: https://lnkd.in/e4XQYiZC #FranchiseDevelopment #Caribbean

Our Q3 earnings report today highlighted another strong quarter. Our President and CEO Geoff Ballotti shares: “Our teams around the world once again delivered exceptional results, executing our long-term growth strategy and achieving 7% growth in comparable adjusted EBITDA fueled by continued system expansion, higher royalty rates and growth in our ancillary revenues. We awarded 10% more franchise contracts domestically this quarter, driving 5% growth in our development pipeline. Stabilizing RevPAR trends and improving comparisons coupled with increased infrastructure demand are expected to pave the way for improved results in the coming quarters. We remain steadfast in our long-term strategy, aimed at delivering outstanding value to our guests, franchisees and shareholders to whom we’ve returned nearly $380 million year-to-date in the form of dividends and share repurchases." For more on our Q3 2024 earnings results click here: https://lnkd.in/dAtx4Yc

The Wyndham Garden in Ostego, MN has officially opened, showcasing a beautiful conversion to our signature Verde prototype. This renovation by LHR Hospitality transformed all 125 guestrooms, three banquet spaces, hallways, the main lobby, and the bar.    Wyndham Garden’s momentum continues to grow, fueled by strong brand performance and loyal guests. Now, this modern and efficient prototype is offering even greater value to hotel owners – whether it’s a new construction or conversion application. Curious about owning a hotel or expanding your portfolio? Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gSdz3_yn #FranchiseDevelopment #WyndhamGarden #Conversion

"Wyndham’s tech investment is paying off," shared Geoff Ballotti, President and CEO of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, at the Skift Global Forum. During his conversation with Sean O'Neill, Geoff discussed several initiatives including the rollout of Wyndham Connect, our guest engagement platform, which helps to simplify hotel operations and elevate guest experiences. Here’s how it benefits owners: 🔹 Boosts revenue  🔹 Reduces fraud and chargebacks  🔹 Streamlines guest communication  🔹 Saves time for staff and guests  🔹 Increases online reviews Learn more about our state-of-the-art technology ecosystem and how it benefits your hotel operations: https://lnkd.in/gjStjUnc Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/efwHmQZ6

The right brand partner can help hotel owners enhance guest satisfaction. In our latest blog, Anthony Lucisano, VP of Hotel Operations for the Fallsview Group and owner of the Ramada by Wyndham Near the Falls, shares his first-hand experiences partnering with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. For him, Wyndham’s OwnerFirst® approach has been a crucial factor in driving hotel development success. Read more in our latest blog: https://lnkd.in/ecknwURj #FranchiseDevelopment #Ramada #Canada 

The Origin Hotel Kansas City, a Wyndham hotel, is officially open! 🎉   Wyndham delivers world-class features—smartly designed guest rooms, distinctive dining, and well-thought-out meeting spaces. Trusted by both business and leisure travelers, our namesake brand is a strong upscale option.    Interested in owning a hotel or building your portfolio? Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eRpr66VS     #FranchiseDevelopment #Wyndham #Upscale  

As Super 8 by Wyndham turns 50 this year, there are so many reasons to celebrate this brand. Here are our top 8! Explore why owners continue to choose this iconic brand: https://lnkd.in/efQsMh9v #FranchiseDevelopment #Super8 

The Wyndham Hotels & Resorts team attended The Lodging Conference this week in Phoenix, Arizona! From insightful panels to meaningful conversations with our owners at the WaterWalk Extended Stay by Wyndham Phoenix North, this week has been nothing short of inspiring. Don’t miss the chance to connect with our development team at booth #L17! #LodgingConference #FranchiseDevelopment