The Hampton Inn by Hilton South Plainfield-Piscataway in New Jersey has completed a major renovation of its 107 guest rooms and public spaces. The five-story hotel now features updated furniture, flooring, wall treatments, and a refreshed lobby. The exterior has also been repainted, with new patio furniture added. The fitness center received new flooring and equipment as part of the project. The renovation gives the property a more modern and updated feel. Read more.

Highline Hospitality Partners has acquired the dual-branded AC Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk and Element San Antonio Riverwalk. The acquisition adds two Marriott properties to HHP's portfolio and brings its total hotel acquisitions to 21. The properties sit along San Antonio's popular River Walk, serving both leisure and business travelers. The two brands also give the company a mix of traditional hotel rooms and extended-stay accommodation. The deal supports HHP's continued expansion in major hotel markets. Read more.

The Drake Oak Brook in Illinois has earned arboretum status for its landscaped grounds, known as The Drake Gardens. The recognition comes through a program run by The Morton Arboretum. The hotel's owners have invested in the grounds since acquiring the property 13 years ago. The gardens have also earned Certified Wildlife Habitat status from the National Wildlife Federation. The latest recognition adds another environmental distinction to the Oak Brook hotel. Read more.

Plaza Hotel & Casino has opened a new high-limit slots room at its downtown Las Vegas property. The new space includes more than 50 slot machines and provides dedicated services for high-limit players. The addition expands the casino's gaming options while giving higher-spending guests a separate area. The move adds another premium offering to the property's casino floor. It also comes as Las Vegas hotels continue to add more targeted gaming experiences. Read more.

Boise's expanding economy is helping support the city's hotel market, according to an HVS market analysis. Government, education, and healthcare have long provided a base for hotel demand. Growth in technology and the wider local economy is now adding new sources of business activity. Population growth is also contributing to the city's broader expansion. These factors are expected to support hotel performance and development over the longer term. Read more.

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