The Confluence of Sustainability and Profitability: A New Paradigm for Independent Hotels

Words from the 2023 Boutique Hotel Investment Conference by BLLA In an era marked by accelerated change and unpredictability, staying ahead in any industry calls for adaptability and foresight. The recent BLLA conference on the investment advantages of small-scale operational adaptability spotlighted the criticality of these traits, particularly in sectors beyond the realms of technology. […]

Leveraging Technology to Enhance Hospitality

Words from the 2023 Boutique Hotel Investment Conference by BLLA The hospitality industry, known for its personal touch, is increasingly leaning into technology to enhance guest experiences and streamline operations. A recent panel discussion at the 2023 Boutique Hotel Investment Conference by BLLA featuring industry experts offered valuable insights into how technology could act as […]

Starting Small and the Outdoor Hospitality Approach

Words from the 2023 Boutique Hotel Investment Conference by BLLA In the independent and boutique hospitality industry, entrepreneurs and professionals are increasingly recognizing the value of innovative design and outdoor experiences. This article delves into insights from industry experts who gathered at a recent BLLA conference, The Boutique Hotel Investment Conference by BLLA, to discuss […]

Food & Beverage as a Recipe for Success

Words from the 2023 Boutique Hotel Investment Conference by BLLA The fusion of local elements into the fabric of a building’s design has emerged as a captivating concept for food and beverage directors within the hotel industry. This article delves into the discussions held during the panel titled “F&B as a Recipe for Success,” where […]

The Shifting Landscape of Boutique Hotel Investments

The shifting landscape of boutique hotel investments has sparked discussions about the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Amidst these conversations, BLLA’s industry experts have expressed optimism and resilience, showcasing the adaptability and creativity that define the boutique hotel sector. Allison Callen, Director of Investments at Global Holdings Management Group, believes that the enduring growth […]

Unique to Boutique

How Independent Hotel Owners Leverage Adaptability to Adopt Profitable Transformation, an Overview of the Boutique Hotel Investment Conference  The Boutique Lifestyle Leadership Association (BLLA) held its 11th annual Boutique Hotel Investment Conference on June 7 and 8 in the heart of New York City at Florence Gould Hall. The conference brought together passionate participants to […]

Method Co. Announces Opening of ROOST Baltimore, Located at Baltimore Peninsula

Baltimore’s first high-design, extended-stay hotel features 81 fully-furnished apartment hotel units, 20,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor resort-like amenity space, and 40 apartment units for long-term residents BALTIMORE, MD – Today, Method Co., the nationally-acclaimed real estate management, development and design company rooted in hospitality, in partnership with the Baltimore Peninsula development team, led by […]

Book Tower Set to Welcome Guests with Opening of ROOST Apartment Hotel

Acclaimed hospitality company Method Co., in partnership with Bedrock, opens ROOST Detroit, Michigan’s first high-design extended stay concept, on June 1. Method Co. additionally reveals Anthology, a dynamic event program with a series of elegant venue options, at Book Tower. Detroit, MI — Following the 7-year, nearly $400 million restoration of Book Tower, Detroit-based real estate developer, Bedrock, […]

World Cinema Launches the Next Generation of WorldVue

Leading technology and services provider upgrades guest experience platform with enhanced features and accessibility HOUSTON, TX – World Cinema, a trusted provider of video, advanced connectivity and professional services to guest-centric properties worldwide, announces the launch of the next generation of WorldVue. As the company’s solution to the future of in-room entertainment, the guest experience […]

An Interview with Richard Valtr

The BLLA Events Team sits down with Richard Valtr, Founder of Mews, and one of our facilitators from the 2023 Boutique Hotel Investment Conference on June 7-8. BLLA: What are you hoping to get out of your participation in the Boutique Hotel Investment Conference? RV: We have always loved being a part of the BLLA’s […]