Hotelier Magazine

08/07/2025

voco hotels by IHG has marked its entry into the burgeoning Canadian market with its first three regional signings in Montreal, Toronto and Niagara Falls.

Read the full story in our latest issue 🔗 https://digital-issue.hoteliermagazine.com/articles/canadian-debut

08/06/2025

Benoit Pretet’s career reflects an impressive narrative steeped in working in some of the finest hotels around the world. “Over the years, I’ve held roles in French Polynesia, Réunion Island, France and Vietnam, before returning to Canada in 2013, settling in Montreal. I’ve had the opportunity to work with renowned brands such as W Hotels and Marriott, as well as with two of Montreal’s premier luxury boutique hotels — Hôtel Nelligan and Hôtel Place d’Armes.”

Read the full Hotelier profile in our July/August issue 🔗 https://digital-issue.hoteliermagazine.com/articles/luxe-leader

Photo by Jason Gordon

08/05/2025

Hotelier Magazine’s 2024 Top 30 Hotel Companies are here.

While signs of industry rebound are emerging, hotel companies across Canada continued to face a challenging road to recovery. Many of our Top 50 companies once again opted not to release their year-end results — leading us to publish a truncated Top 30 list for 2024.

Dive into the full ranking in our latest issue 🔗

Top 30 Hotel Companies in Canada – 2024 1. Marriott Hotels of Canada Location: Mississauga, ON

08/01/2025

"Hotel wellness programs are aimed at two types of travellers: the dedicated and the curious. For the former, they let guests maintain their lifestyle while travelling, acknowledging their desire not to disrupt their schedule while away from home. And for those guests who aren’t already wellness converts, they offer the opportunity to enjoy a wellness vacation as a getaway from the norm."

Read the full story 🔗 https://digital-issue.hoteliermagazine.com/articles/the-wellness-hub

07/31/2025

Travelodge Canada has opened its newest property, the Travelodge by Wyndham Kindersley in Saskatchewan, marking the brand’s third new hotel opening in Canada this year.

https://www.hoteliermagazine.com/now-open-travelodge-by-wyndham-kindersley/

07/30/2025

The Fashion Collective Series is returning to Friday Harbour in partnership with the Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards (CAFA) and Fashion Magazine. This year, Friday Harbour has curated a single weekend of programming from August 8 to 10 to celebrate Canadian fashion, creativity and refined summer style.

INNISFIL, Ont. — The Fashion Collective Series is returning to Friday Harbour in partnership with the Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards (CAFA) and Fashion Magazine

07/29/2025

When Nobu Hotel Toronto officially opened its doors on June 1, it marked the culmination of more than seven years of arduous work on the high-end, multi-million luxury project. The hotel’s flagship restaurant opened to much fanfare in August 2024 and its luxury residences, housed in two dramatic residential towers totalling 600 units in the former Pilkington Glass Factory on Mercer St., sold out in record time. But the 36-room hotel perched atop the west tower on floors 41 to 45, offering dazzling, panoramic views of Lake Ontario and the city skyline, was delayed several times before finally opening its private doors earlier this year.

Read the full profile in our July/August issue 🔗 https://digital-issue.hoteliermagazine.com/articles/sanctuary-in-the-sky

07/25/2025

As the hospitality landscape becomes increasingly competitive, Canadian hotels are finding fresh ways to stand out, one cocktail at a time. From inventive mixology and unexpected flavour pairings to immersive guest experiences, such as cocktail classes and themed tastings, beverage programs are undergoing a renaissance.

🔗 Read the full story in our July/August Hotelier Magazine issue: https://digital-issue.hoteliermagazine.com/articles/raising-the-bar

07/22/2025

The Fairmont Pacific Rim has debuted its new suite designed by internationally acclaimed artist, novelist and designer Douglas Coupland.

Inspired by Generation X, Coupland’s novel that helped define and popularize an entire generation, this immersive experience pays tribute to the demographic that re-imagined identity, technology and art.

Explore the full story 🔗 https://digital-issue.hoteliermagazine.com/articles/checking-in?article_id=5009396&i=849324

07/21/2025

For the July/August issue of Hotelier Magazine, our Editor & Publisher, Rosanna Caira, shares insights from Corporate Traveller Canada’s latest national survey, revealing that Canadian SMEs are increasing their business travel budgets in 2025 - as well as Canadians and their personal spending - despite inflation, tariff tensions, and global uncertainty. With a 6% rise in bookings and a dip in airfare prices, businesses are using travel strategically to fuel growth and reinforce key partnerships.⁠
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🔗 Read the full editor’s note: https://digital-issue.hoteliermagazine.com/articles/re-investing-in-business-travel

07/17/2025

📣 Read Now: The July/August 2025 issue of Hotelier Magazine⁠
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As we move through the halfway mark of the summer season, the latest issue of Hotelier is here — and it’s one you won’t want to miss.⁠
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This edition features our signature Top 30 Report, showcasing the leading hotel companies in Canada and how they’ve navigated recent economic challenges. We also spotlight the Top 30-under-30 winners, celebrating the next generation of hotel professionals shaping the future of hospitality.⁠
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You’ll also find a profile on Nobu Hotel Toronto, a standout addition to the luxury landscape, plus features on the booming wellness travel trend and how AI is transforming hotel labour and amenities.⁠
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From industry rankings to innovation insights, this issue is packed with content for today’s hospitality leaders.⁠
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🔗 Read the full issue: https://digital-issue.hoteliermagazine.com/july-august-2025

07/16/2025

Hilton has retained its position as the world’s most valuable hotel brand for the 10th-consecutive year, according to the latest report by Brand Finance.

LONDON — Hilton has retained its position as the world’s most valuable hotel brand for the 10th-consecutive year, according to the latest report by Brand Finance.