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Hilton and Starwood settle trade secrets lawsuit

Hilton and Starwood settle trade secrets lawsuit

23 December 2010 Hotel News

Hotel chain Hilton Worldwide has agreed to a series of business restrictions in an out of court settlement with Starwood Hotels in a dispute over trade secrets. The case centres on Hilton’s Denizen chain, which was founded following the defection of two executives from Starwood.

Starwood to double spas in 2011

18 November 2010 Press Release Spa News

Starwood Hotels & Resorts is planning to expand its portfolio of hotel spas by more than 50 percent in the coming year. More than 150 new spas are planned or are in development at Starwood, which currently features more than 300 hotel spas across brands that include W, St. Regis, Le Meridien, Westin, and Sheraton.

Starwood opens The St. Regis Lhasa Resort

Starwood opens The St. Regis Lhasa Resort

17 November 2010 Press Release Hotel News

Starwood has opened The St. Regis Lhasa Resort in Tibet. Standing on the “Roof of the World” at 12,000 feet above sea level it boasts awe-inspiring views of the Himalayas and the Lhasa Valley from each of the 162 guest rooms, suites and villas which feature distinctive architectural details and décor that entwine modern luxury with traditional Tibetan elements.

Starwood increases long established lead in China

Starwood increases long established lead in China

27 October 2010 Press Release Hotel News

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is lengthening its long established lead in China as one of the largest four and five star hotel operators here with 62 existing hotels and a pipeline of 86 new hotels.

Starwood to move into Harlem

15 October 2010 Hotel News

Famed New York neighbourhood Harlem is set to get its first major hotel in over 40 years, with Starwood Hotels to open a boutique Aloft property in November. The area has been a major tourism destination for years, but has lacked a focal point since the Hotel Theresa closed in 1967.

Westin Hotels Proudly Returns to Mexico City with the Opening of The Westin Santa Fe

Westin Hotels Proudly Returns to Mexico City with the Opening of The Westin Santa Fe

13 August 2010 Press Release Hotel News

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announced that Westin Hotels marks its return to Mexico City with the recent opening of The Westin Santa Fe, Mexico City. Managed under an agreement between Starwood and Heldan Hotels & Resorts S.A. de C.V, The Westin Santa Fe, Mexico City overlooks one of the area’s most stunning evergreen valleys with spectacular views of the Popocatepetl and Iztaccihuatl volcanoes. The opening of the newly constructed hotel also marks the debut of Breathe Westin in Mexico’s capital city, setting the standard for smoke-free hotels in this market.