Madison Marriott South has completed a renovation following its transition from a Sheraton property. The 239-room hotel upgraded guest rooms, meeting areas, public spaces and its exterior as part of the project. Guest rooms now have new flooring, HVAC systems and faster internet, while meeting areas received new carpeting, lighting and AV equipment. The hotel has also added a new pre-function space and an M Club for Marriott Bonvoy Elite members. Read more.

The Denver Gazette highlights seven Colorado canyons that offer hiking opportunities across the state. The selection points travelers toward canyon trails that range from accessible walks to more demanding routes. Colorado has a wide mix of canyon terrain, including the Black Canyon of the Gunnison and canyon areas around Grand Junction. The feature adds another option for hotels and tourism operators targeting outdoor-focused travelers. Read more.

PM Hotel Group has taken over management of The Quoin Hotel & Restaurant in downtown Wilmington, Delaware. The luxury boutique property has 24 guest rooms and suites, along with a Northern Italian restaurant, cocktail lounge and Wilmington's first rooftop bar. The addition expands PM Hotel Group's existing Wilmington portfolio, which includes four other hotels. The deal also strengthens the management company's focus on independent and distinctive properties. Read more.

Plans are moving forward to convert a 19-story office tower at Phoenix's Arizona Center into a 340-room JW Marriott. The proposed hotel would include a resort-style pool, 15,000 square feet of meeting and ballroom space, a fitness center, Club Lounge and multiple food and beverage venues. Its location near the Phoenix Convention Center is a major part of the development case. The project remains in the planning stage, but the planned convention center expansion could further support demand for premium hotel rooms. Read more.

Hotels in Japan are embracing “sleep tourism,” offering stays designed to help guests get better rest. Hotel 1899 Tokyo offers a totono-ne plan with a sleep diagnosis, personalized tea blends, high-performance pillows and bath salts. Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo has also introduced a package that uses a device to measure guests’ brain waves during sleep. The trend is gaining traction as more travelers seek health-focused experiences and better sleep. For hotels, it can also create new ways to increase guest spending while helping visitors step away from devices and focus on rest. Read more.

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