U.S. News & World Report has released its 16th annual ranking of Best Hotels, and three OTO properties made the prestigious list of Best by Brand: AC Hotel Washington DC, #4 in the United States and #13 in the world; SpringHill Suites Mission Valley, #20 in the world; and Hampton Inn Times Square Central, #23 in the world. Full Story
Why simply rebuild when you can instead reinvent? That was Kerri Green’s question after Hurricane Helene destroyed the beach bar at Hilton Garden Inn St. Pete Beach. Her answer: a spacious palapa at Coconut Charlie’s, activated as an all-weather beachfront hangout. Full Story
Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City is showcasing a smart, contemporary aesthetic throughout guest rooms and shared spaces following the completion of a soft renovation. Full Story
While behind the wheel of a hotel shuttle, what Miguel Maldonado truly drives is an exceptional guest experience at Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa/Ybor City. With a smiling face and a helping hand, Maldonado is a hospitality ambassador who personifies the brand’s promised “Hamptonality.” Full Story
A new partnership between Hilton Garden Inn Sunnyvale and Friendly Accessibility is making travel more inclusive for neurodivergent hotel guests. The OTO property has been certified as the first Neuro-Ready Hotel with a commitment to sensory-friendly hospitality. Full Story
A hotel is only as good as the people who work in it, but recruitment and retention remain persistent, industry-wide challenges. Building a pipeline of talent is, therefore, just as critical as building a pipeline of projects — and two OTO properties are helping to make that happen. Full Story
Rob Rain, previously the President of the Industrial Division at Johnson Development Associates, has joined OTO Development as Chief Executive Officer. He is carrying on the legacy of OTO’s former CEOs: the late Corry Oakes, who led the company for its first 18 years, and Todd Turner, who recently retired. Full Story
Cheryl Sinclair has joined OTO Development as Vice President, Human Resources, bringing fresh insights from a variety of industry sectors that will be instrumental in guiding the company’s HR strategies into the future. Full Story
Misty Ross has joined OTO Development as Vice President, Sales & Marketing, bringing a wealth of industry expertise and a well-earned reputation for excellence. Full Story
Dennis Mitchell, a 17-year company veteran, has been promoted to Vice President of Development & Construction at OTO Development. Full Story
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