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                    October 23, 2025 
                  
                   
                  
                  
                
                
                
                 
                
                    Rancho Santa Fe’s La Valle Coastal Club, a 200-acre property located just three miles from Del Mar’s pristine beaches, has opened the doors to a new 77-room boutique hotel.
                  
Read More About Guesthouse, Hotel at La Valle Featured in Modern Luxury Magazine
                
                
                
                
               
            
              
            
              
                
                
                  
                    September 30, 2025 
                  
                   
                  
                  
                
                
                
                 
                
                    Announcement revealed alongside 10-million Marriott Bonvoy Point giveaway 
in partnership with global adventurer Dylan Efron
                  
Read More About Marriott Bonvoy Launches New Outdoor Platform and Collection Brand, Connecting Travelers to the World’s Greatest Adventures 
                
                
                
                
               
            
              
                
                
                
                
                 
                
                    Hotel Equities  (HE), a best-in-class hospitality operator, today announces it has been selected to operate the forthcoming dual-branded Moxy Vancouver Downtown and Element Vancouver Downtown. The 30-story tower is owned and developed by Paul Y. Construction (B.C.) Ltd. and is set to open in Summer 2028. Located in the heart of Vancouver’s entertainment district, ...
                  
Read More About Hotel Equities Expands Portfolio in Canada With Dual-Branded Moxy & Element Vancouver by Marriott, Opening Summer 2028
                
                
                
                
               
            
              
                
                
                
                
                 
                
                    The recognition is based on leading Intent to Recommend (ITR) scores among hotel management companies operating 8+ Premium & Luxury hotels. ITR is a measure of guest satisfaction across Marriott’s portfolio. 
                  
Read More About Hotel Equities Named as a Top Performing Franchise Management Company for Premium & Luxury Hotels by Marriott International, Recognized for Exceptional Guest Satisfaction 
                
                
                
                
               
            
              
                
                
                
                
                 
                
                    "These appointments reflect our focus on aligning top-tier leadership talent with our strategic priorities,” said Ben Rafter, Chief Executive Officer of Hotel Equities. 
                  
Read More About Hotel Equities Announces Key Executive Appointments Across Operations, Finance, and Marketing Teams
                
                
                
                
               
            
              
                
                
                
                
                 
                
                    As a brand and market first, Hilton brings Hampton’s signature service and hospitality to a new island destination
                  
Read More About Hotel Equities Makes its Caribbean Debut with Hampton by Hilton St. Thomas
                
                
                
                
               
            
              
                
                
                
                
                 
                
                    Awarded by the American Automobile Association, the AAA Four Diamond rating is reserved for hotels that reflect a high level of hospitality, upscale amenities, exceptional quality, and incredible attention to detail.
                  
Read More About Nine Properties Within Hotel Equities Portfolio Awarded AAA Four Diamond Designation 
                
                
                
                
               
            
              
                
                
                
                
                 
                
                    In this candid conversation, CEO of Hotel Equities & Springboard Hospitality Ben Rafter joins Glenn Haussman to unpack what hoteliers really need to focus on right now.
                  
Read More About CEO, Ben Rafter, Discusses Building Smarter, Faster, and More Human Hotels on the No Vacancy Podcast
                
                
                
                
               
            
              
                
                
                
                
                 
                
                    With his experience in the region to guide him, Corvinos will look to build a management infrastructure that works specifically for the CALA region.
                  
Read More About President of HE CALA, Juan Corvinos Solans, Sits Down for a 1-on-1 With Hotel Management Magazine
                
                
                
                
               
            
              
            
              
                
                
                
                
                 
                
                    With its bold, tech-forward design and vibrant social spaces, Aloft Austin South has quickly become a favorite for both travelers and locals.
                  
Read More About Aloft Austin South Celebrates Three-Year Anniversary with Community Celebration Under New Management by Hotel Equities
                
                
                
                
               
            
              
            
              
                
                
                
                
                 
                
                    Albert Smith is promoted to Chief Operating Officer of Hotel Equities and Rob Robinson is promoted to President of Springboard Hospitality
                  
Read More About Hotel Equities Announces Key Leadership Appointments After Strategic Merger With Springboard Hospitality
                
                
                
                
               
            
              
            
              
                
                
                
                
                 
                
                    To remain fiscally responsible to property owners, Hotel Equities relies on a strong supplier network to plan for shifting lead times, price volatility and unexpected events.  
                  
Read More About Peter Tziahanas, EVP of Operations, Discusses How Overcoming Supply Challenges Improves the Guest Experience with HOTELS Magazine
                
                
                
                
               
            
              
                
                
                  
                    June 26, 2025 
                  
                   
                  
                  
                
                
                
                 
                
                    The transition to vice chairman has been both energizing and deeply rewarding. After more than a decade leading development, stepping into this role has allowed me to take a more strategic, high-level view of our business.
                  
Read More About Former Chief of Business Development and Current Vice Chairman, Joe Reardon, Shares His Insights in This Recent Q&A With Hotel Business
                
                
                
                
               
            
              
                
                
                
                
                 
                
                    CEO Ben Rafter said the entrepreneurialism and varied strength of Springboard Hospitality and Hotel Equities makes the combined company different than other mergers built around synergies and corporate cuts.
                  
Read More About Costar Spotlights CEO Ben Rafter on What Sets the Springboard and Hotel Equities Merger Apart
                
                
                
                
               
            
              
                
                
                
                
                 
                
                    Kohl shares how Greenwood is redefining hotel dining by developing custom restaurant concepts tailored to the unique character and culinary preferences of each market.
                  
Read More About Bill Kohl, Principal at Greenwood Hospitality, Discusses How They Are Elevating Hotel Dining