The Maui Seaside Hotel’s unencumbered listing arrives alongside several Waikīkī properties entering the sales block, raising questions about shifting owner exit strategies and broader market valuation pressures.
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Castle Keeps Building Its Kingdom
Castle’s acquisition of the Lahaina Shores Beach Resort management contract follows its recent expansion into Waikīkī, underscoring the strategic importance of inventory control in maximizing condo-resort yield.
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Wait… Who’s Managing The Laylow?
Makeready’s quiet assumption of management at The Laylow under parent company Rockbridge marks its first Hawaii expansion, signaling a shift toward internal brand consolidation over third-party operators.
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Bill 9’s Escape Hatch?
Maui’s advancing Bill 88 zoning carve-out seeks to shield thousands of short-term rentals from elimination, countering previous regulatory mandates and raising questions about the county’s exposure to ongoing legal challenges.
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The Coconut Wireless Is Never Wrong
Thomas Foti was officially appointed as Managing Director of Hilton Hawaiian Village after leaving Marriott.
Wanted: Tourism Expert, Cultural Diplomat, Political Punching Bag. Big Job, Modest Pay.
The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority launched its official search for a new CEO under a legislated salary cap and increased political oversight, raising questions about candidate recruitment for the scrutinized position.
Banyan Drive’s Latest Redevelopment Plan: Demolition First, Vision Later.
State lawmakers are funding the demolition of Hilo’s vacant Country Club Condominium Hotel amid sea-level rise concerns on Banyan Drive, underscoring the urgent need for a cohesive regional master plan.
The Price of Paradise (Cove) and Progress
The closure and planned $135 million redevelopment of Ko Olina’s Paradise Cove reflects a transition toward upscale mixed-use experiences, signaling a shift that intensifies Hawaiʻi’s tourism value pressures.
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Disney Elevates Kimberly Agas at Aulani
Disney promotes Kimberly Agas to Executive Director at Aulani after a decade as general manager, expanding her strategic role and underscoring the critical importance of local community integration.
Hyatt Doubles Up in West Oʻahu
The opening of a dual-branded Hyatt Place and Hyatt House in West Oʻahu creates shared operational efficiencies, highlighting the strategic pivot toward capturing non-traditional hospitality demand in growing residential areas.
