The company estimates that owners have already committed $500 million in renovation investment in the US.

Nationalist policies seen in Europe, the UK, the US and beyond are affecting travel trends, Arne Sorenson says.

Maria Larsson comes from global competitor Starwood

Rooms will be set to your liking before you arrive

Starwood Capital pumps US$250m into affordable hotels

Local is the new buzzword in the travel business

Even Frydenberg to succeed Frank Fiskers

But inevitably the positioning of so many brands begins to blur

Sustainability is compatible with cost savings and luxury stays

Way is finally clear for world’s largest hotel company

For many, messaging is becoming the new social media

Westin Jakarta has “sky lobby” on the 52nd floor

Two Aloft hotels experiment with voice-activated function

Contradicting reports about group’s plans

W properties also allowed to be wild and playful

As expected, Marriott and Starwood shareholders approve deal

Regular guests worry loyalty schemes may be watered down

Large companies watching Marriott-Starwood deal

Development opens way for Marriott merger

Chinese insurance group and Marriott in bidding war