novacancynews is at AAHOA’s AAHOAcon25 with Brian Quinn, Chief Development Officer of Sonesta International Hotels, to discuss the brand-new Sonesta Simply Suites prototype to new game-changing AI development tools.
🎯 Key Moments:
[00:20] Sonesta’s momentum during uncertain market conditions
[00:48] New Sonesta Simply Suites prototype revealed (3-story & 4-story models)
[01:40] Why extended stay is still the most attractive segment
[02:38] The 3 segments to watch: luxury, extended stay, and economy
[03:30] How Sonesta is using AI & its partnership with Paraffin to help developers
[04:45] Visualizing your hotel before it’s built: site planning, room count, lobby size & more
[06:00] Why this is a game-changer for non-design-focused developers
[06:58] AI-backed modeling = better conversations with lenders and investors
[07:44] Sonesta’s approach: fast, friendly, flexible—and owner-first
[08:34] Glenn’s plans for a “Hostile, Slow & Rigid” hotel brand crushed on-air
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