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To Secure The Future of 'Edition' Hotels, Marriott's Putting Its Money Where Its Mouth Is
Though we felt some faint ripples in the Edition pond back in October, it looks like things are moving along at a pretty steady clip. The WSJ is reporting that Marriott has invested $800 million of its own money into three of the five new Edition hotels it hopes to open over the next three years (Hmm, haven't we heard this one before?).
Those three properties include: the Berners hotel in London; the Seville Beach Resort in Miami; Abu Dhabi; Bangkok, and, of course, New York's Clock Tower (above). Consider Waikiki and Istanbul the "test drives" of the Edition brand. Now, it kind of comes down to a do-or-die situation. Either the five new hotels soar, or they sink fast. But with so much of its own money at stake, and Ian Schrager's reputation on the line, Marriott should certainly have the momentum it needs for lift-off.
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Red Roof Inns to Feature More Outlets, Hardwood Floors and Updated Bedding
Red Roof Inns revamped their room look back in 2009 with the introduction of the NextGen room designs. But it looks like Red Roof has done some tweaking with those rooms as they've just announced new contemporary interiors and exteriors for their hotel rooms.
This time around the design elements being implemented come from traveler feedback. Number one on the list? More electrical outlets. So now every NextGen room will have extra outlets as well as new 32" or 37" Panasonic flatscreen TVs, wood-like flooring with area rugs under the beds, enhanced showerheads and more bathroom counter space. But best of all, the beds are getting updated duvets and bed skirts. Phew!
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Out Magazine and Lords South Beach Help You Become A 'Man About Town'
If lack of inspiration has been the one thing stopping you from a long weekend in Miami this fall, then here's something that might get your creative juices flowing. Out magazine, in collaboration with ultra-gay hotel Lords South Beach, has devised a new travel app called Out-N-About, designed to aid (mainly gay) travelers navigate all the cultural offerings of the city.
Out and Lords are calling the program a "digital concierge," and it can be downloaded for free onto your iPad, iPhone or iPod. It's tough when we hear about these hotel-generated e-travel guides. On the one hand, we love exploring places on our own (walking down dark side streets has landed us at some pretty great parties); on the other, we find it hard to ignore any new service a hotel has to offer—especially when the hotel has enlisted the help of a few cultural experts. Four of them, to be exact.
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The Surfcomber to Officially Open as a Kimpton Hotel on December 1
While the opening status of some hotels in Miami Beach like the Edition and the Cipriani have us scratching our heads, there is one confirmed hotel "opening" coming soon--The Surfcomber Hotel on December 1. Ok, so the hotel has been open for a long time, but come December 1st, the hotel will officially turn into a Kimpton Hotel (previously, it was a Doubletree.)
The rebranding made news back in April but the hotel has since undergone a top to bottom renovation that has sought to combine "the eclectic style of European Bohemia with a down home American front porch appeal." The 186 rooms now feature Frette linens and Ero bath toiletries but the hotel's outdoor pool area and its direct beach access remain unchanged.
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Now It's Fairmont's Turn to Be Kicked Out of a Hotel
Edition Hotels may still be making news, what with the management of the Edition Waikiki--now Modern Honolulu--kicking out the Marriott-hybrid brand. But that's not the only Hotel De-Branding going on. We've just heard that Fairmont Hotels has been kicked out of what was known as the Fairmont Turnberry Isle.
A tipster let us know that on Sunday, Fairmont was shown the door by the property's owners, Turnberry LLC, even though the hotel group has a 50-year contract to manage the place and despite a last-ditch attempt by some Fairmont execs.
Fairmont's executive team flew in on private jets to try to reconcile their differences only to be escorted off property by police officers (Not Hotel Security, Police Officers). Turberry Isle has spent the last 2 days removing all Fairmont signage all around the property, throwing away everything. Apparently, the marriage between the two wasn't working after Turnberry Isle reported a loss of nearly 4 million dollars in the last 90 days.
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Miami's Sofitel Gets Evacuated But a Bomb Threat, Not a Storm, is to Blame
UPDATE: The hotel has gotten an "All Clear" from the bomb squad and guests have been allowed back in their rooms. Phew!
Miami Beach hotels are no strangers to evacuations at this time of year when tropical storms and hurricanes are swirling all around but at the Sofitel Miami near the airport was evacuated this morning due to something far more sinister--a bomb threat. WSVN-TV reports:
According to Miami-Dade Police, the threat was phoned in to the hotel located at 5800 Blue Lagoon Drive, and people inside the hotel, including staff and guests, were evacuated at around 11 a.m. Monday. Officers and firefighters went door-to-door at the hotel to make sure everyone had been evacuated. Blue Lagoon Drive has been shutdown in both directions. As the evacuees stood in the hot sun, the crowd was offered food and Water. Miami-Dade Transit buses were called to the scene to allow those waiting outside to cool off until they are allowed back inside the building.
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How to Stay at The 10 Best Hotels in Miami for Less (Big Hint: Go Offseason)
Everyone loves Miami (except maybe Cleveland Cavaliers fans) but not everyone can do it up J.Lo style paying $1,000 a night without a glance inside their Fendi wallets. So there's only one way to do it--go in the offseason which is conveniently happening now.
We found totally doable rates for people with champagne tastes but limited budgets. And these are the deals you can get directly from the hotel. No Groupon, Private sale or Hotwire roulette needed.
However, what you will need is a little cash flow. The best hotels in Miami (HotelChatter approved, that is) aren't going to bottom out completely just because it's August and hurricane season is nearing. So expect to pay about $300 a night. Hey, it still beats a $1,000, right?
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The Claremont Hotel in Miami Might Also Be Getting a Renovation
It spelled disaster on Sunday night at the Claremont Hotel, when a water pipe burst from inside the ceiling, causing the ceiling to collapse all over the lobby, causing all the sprinklers to go off, causing the fire department to shut off power, causing all guests to be evacuated from the 70-room hotel.
Normally, the $75-per-night Claremont's proximity to the beach (just 10 minutes walking) is a source of pride, but on Sunday, management was just grateful to be within walking distance of another hotel. We're guessing the displaced guests were grateful for that fact too. Picky or not, a collapsed ceiling is, in the words of Liz Lemon, a definite dealbreaker.
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Live Inside the Pages of Elle Magazine at Eden Roc Renaissance Miami Beach
Here's a first in the world of hospitality brand experiences: Elle magazine, an undisputed global fashion authority since the 60s, is launching its own branded spa inside the Eden Roc Renaissance Miami Beach. For once, you will actually be able to see all those impossible beauty tips and product mentions come to life.
And while you're putting yourself into the hands of experts for things like the "Elle Spa Signature Facial" or getting your nails done in the spa's salon (which, on this Wednesday morning in noisy, humid Brooklyn, sounds pretty good to us), you'll be right on the Eden Roc's Miami beachfront property.
Now, it's easy for a big name like Elle to throw its weight around—especially after last week's announcement that the Hearst Corporation had acquired almost all of the Elle titles for a whopping $1 billion—so we're going to take a minute and try to figure out if this is a true pamper experience worth your time, or just buzz.
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Inside an Oceanfront Balcony Room at the Fontainebleau
Learning all about the Dwayne Wade Fantasy Camp on Friday got us thinking about the mega-playground that is the Fontainebleau, and reminded us that we took a tour of the guest rooms a little while back to share with you.
In case you're still looking for a Memorial Day weekend getaway, rooms like this are still available for $434.25 a night, thanks to a stay four nights, get the fourth night free promotion. (Standard rooms are $336.75 a night.)
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The Newest Charlie's Angels Flutter to Hotels All Over Miami
The Charlie's Angels TV reboot just started shooting its pilot down in Miami, but already the new female crime-fighting trio is causing a ruckus around the hotels.
First, Angels Minka Kelly and Annie Ilonzeh had to ditch their digs at the Hilton Bentley Hotel, the same all-suite hotel that Khloe and Kourtney shacked up in when they took Miami. The ladies were so bombarded by photographers, that they had to switch hotels after two days.
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Hundreds of People Writhing Under the Sun for 4 Days: It's The Standard Miami's March Yoga Weekend!
YOGA. Once you get into it, you're into it, and The Standard Miami is about to host a four-day yoga festival called Wanderlust that's half convention and half retreat, but a complete escape.
We only really do yoga along with our Wii Fit, but the Wanderlust festival is appealing that part of our brain that wants to feel pretty and cool while wearing white and downward dogging next to an expanse of cool blue pool water. The Standard Miami's spa is known with its year-round yoga and wellness programs, so Wanderlust weekend—March 17-20th is a chance to step it up and block out the entire property, welcoming only those who like the sound of an all-inclusive mind and body getaway.
The deal is pretty great—$750 per person for three nights at the hotel, four days of yoga classes and activities, full access to all spa amenities (a Turkish hammam, aroma steam baths!), daily breakfast, and the Miami sun and humidity.
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