Hotel Management

JULY 3, 2025

In this environment, Choice Hotels Asia-Pac is focusing on strategies with lower capital intensity and faster speed to market, like asset repositioning and refurbishment into midscale and upscale brands – this is emerging as a favoured option for many hotel investors. Supporting this trend is the evolving landscape of hotel operating models.

ROI

Hotel Business

JULY 28, 2025

Landingplace Hotels has launched two midscale, conversion-focused brands. Landingplace Select is a select-service brand designed for short-term, high-traffic stays. With lean operations, pay-per-use housekeeping and an expanded grab-and-go market, it is designed for streamlined operations and efficiencies, according to the company. “As

Branding

Hotel Management

JUNE 17, 2025

Owners are seeing the value in mixed-use developments in maximising returns, and dual-branded developments in delivering greater operational efficiencies, writes TFE Hotels Director of Development, John Sutcliffe. Excitingly, the success of TFE Hotels ’ mixed-use and dual branded hotels is set to continue for decades to come.

Market Research

Hotel Business

JULY 28, 2025

By Jake Zwaagstra Choosing between a branded or boutique hotel is one of the most impactful decisions a developer will make. This decision shapes every aspect of a project from operational strategy and design standards to financing and long-term asset value. These differences matter when it comes to resale or repositioning.

Branding

Hospitality Tech

AUGUST 4, 2025

From training and renovation to direct bookings and brand audits, Matterport’s Stephanie Lin explains how digital twin technology is helping hotel leaders drive efficiency, reduce costs, and improve guest experiences—without setting foot on-site.

Branding

Hotel Management

JULY 31, 2025

As an internationally branded hotel in the Busselton and Margaret River region, how important is the Hilton name in attracting guests, particularly international travellers? Across Hilton’s many brands, the hotels within each uphold a set of standards that give travellers peace of mind and consistency.

Business

Hospitality Tech

JULY 9, 2025

Tailored for boutique hotels, luxury resorts, and short-term rentals, Journey provides independent operators with the tools to compete on loyalty and guest experience without sacrificing control or character. Journey addresses that gap.

Operations

Hotel Business

JULY 25, 2025

Davidson Hospitality Group has named Nick Gregory EVP, operations for Pivot, its lifestyle operating vertical, while Paul Eckert has been promoted to EVP, operations and business intelligence. Gregory most recently served as SVP, strategic operations for the company.

Operations

SiteMinder

JULY 20, 2025

What is a travel brand? A travel brand is an entity that makes a promise to guests about the experience they will have during their stay at a hotel, and the proof that is delivered at every touchpoint. For multi-property operators, consistency is vital. Table of contents Why do hotels need a strong travel brand?

Branding

Social Hospitality

JUNE 25, 2025

Rather than relying solely on instinct, marketing teams can utilize AI to decode audience insights and develop data-driven strategies that foster brand awareness and drive direct bookings. Insights gleaned from online reviews can also inform broader operational decisions, from breakfast menus to housekeeping protocols.

Digital Marketing

Intelity

JULY 28, 2025

form a connected hospitality platform that transforms hotel operations and guest engagement. Connecting the Guest Journey Across Systems Modern hotels operate in an environment where guest expectations, operational complexity, and staffing challenges all intersect. is INTELITY’s next-generation hotel operations platform.

Operations

Intelity

JULY 28, 2025

With a mobile guest experience designed to feel intuitive and branded, you give your team a smarter way to meet modern expectations while maintaining service excellence. To support real-time coordination, INTELITY now includes In-App Messaging —a new feature that enables staff-initiated conversations with guests right inside the branded app.

ROI

Hotel Management

JULY 8, 2025

Eco-certified properties are no longer niche but necessary, with major operators prioritising this. The premium/luxury segments continue to expand, particularly with branded residences attracting both domestic and international guests. The premium and experiential hotel segments present compelling opportunities.

Market

Hotel Management

JULY 6, 2025

“Sam knows Sydney and the Sofitel brand very well, so we look forward to him adding further to Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour’s prestigious reputation for excellence.” Vice President Operations for Sofitel, MGallery, and Emblem brands in the Pacific, David Fraser, said Panetta is an ideal fit for the job.

General Manager

Hotel Business

JUNE 20, 2025

The report, based on insights from more than 700 hotel brands and 21,000+ properties across 310 cities, presents one of the most comprehensive views into how commercial teams across the hospitality industry are navigating transformation. The report highlights a widening gap between technological potential and operational readiness.

Operations

Hotel Management

JULY 30, 2025

Independent hotel operator Panache Hotel Group has peeled back the curtain on its latest refurbishment project at Peppers Docklands Melbourne. The result is a fresh, future-ready Peppers Docklands that delivers on its premium brand promise while staying uniquely Melbourne.”

Operations

eHotelier

JULY 9, 2025

Her professional journey has been defined by operational leadership in international hotel brands and high-end hospitality ventures, including periods of transformative change and brand repositioning. Suppliers Research Podcast Careers Events All Insights Podcasts eLearning Tech.Ex

Operations

Hotel Business

JULY 16, 2025

Remington Hospitality has appointed Lisa Carlson as SVP, operations, a role she held during a previous stint with the company. Her leadership will support the alignment of on-property teams with brand standards and company culture, while enhancing overall execution and accountability. “We

Operations

Preno

JULY 15, 2025

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. Hilton’s brand value increased 30 per cent to USD$15.1 billion,” says Henry Farr, director, Brand Finance. Marriott (up 20 per cent to USD$3.8 out of 100.

Branding

Hotel Management

JULY 29, 2025

She brings more than a decade of local industry experience, a deep understanding of the region’s market dynamics and audience behaviours, and strong local connections thanks to her previous role as Chief Operating Officer at The Entertainment Grounds, Gosford Race Club.

General Manager

Hotel Management

JULY 10, 2025

Mandala intends to transform the property into a world-class luxury retreat under a premium hospitality brand, which will mark its debut in Brisbane. Clark brings over 30 years of luxury resort experience across the Maldives, Thailand, Indonesia, Cambodia, and Australia, most recently heading operations at Avani+ Fares Maldives.

General Manager

Skift Blog

JULY 25, 2025

Skift Take: Neil Jacobs stepped away from operations but not from hospitality. With Wild Origins, he’s helping brands scale with purpose and avoid the pitfalls he’s seen before. Read the Complete Story On Skift

Scale

STAAH

JUNE 17, 2025

Custom Branding : Your booking experience should look and feel just like the rest of your website. Integration with PMS & Channel Manager : A seamless backend makes daily operations smoother and more accurate. Why STAAH SwiftBook Stands Out STAAH SwiftBook is built to convert, it is fast, flexible, and fully tailored to your brand.

Cancellation

Hotel Business

JULY 15, 2025

billion by 2029, driven by the shift to digital platforms and mobile apps, which are transforming how loyalty programs operate. In fact, for many, it will have quite the opposite effect, causing a disconnect between the brand and its customers. Customers won’t stay loyal just because you offer a benefit. In the U.S.,

Travel

Hotel News Resource

JUNE 20, 2025

Our latest report analyses the current state of the hotel brand landscape, and explores the brand strategies that owners and operators are pursuing to maximise their returns and adapt to ever&changing market dynamics.

Branding

BCV

JULY 21, 2025

The Data Behind the Disconnect 67% of hotel revenue managers say they can’t consolidate data across platforms 90% of distribution leaders struggle with fragmented vendor systems Most marketing, revenue, and distribution teams still operate in functional silos Translation? They see a brand. Show them a fragmented brand.

Revenue

Hotel Business

JULY 1, 2025

Duetto has launched GameTime, a streamlined revenue management system (RMS) designed specifically for select-service and limited-service hotel brands. Portfolio management: Manage multiple properties and brands with centralized visibility and enterprise-level strategies.

Forecasting

Hotel Speak

JUNE 17, 2025

UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 – roommaster, a trusted name in hospitality software, today unveiled a unified brand identity and product vision, bringing its company, platform, and mission together under one familiar name. Hospitality, Simplified. This transition is more than cosmetic. These include: Property Management System (PMS).

Hospitality

Hospitality Tech

JULY 16, 2025

If they’re told one thing by the booking agent and another by the concierge, the brand feels disjointed. For decision-makers in hospitality, the ROI is clear: better customer satisfaction, higher retention, and a stronger brand reputation. He previously served as the Manager of Business Operations Strategy at PayPal.

Services

Hotel Business

JULY 15, 2025

Hotel owner and operator investments in guestroom décor and furnishings, in addition to bathroom updates, are paying off in higher satisfaction. The 2025 study benchmarks the performance of 102 brands across nine hotel segments and is based on responses from 39,219 branded hotel guests for stays between May 2024 and May 2025.

Hotels

Hotel Management

JULY 24, 2025

Snuggy Plus, Atura Adelaide Airport “Atura’s new rooms represent our commitment to innovation in meeting the diverse needs of our guests,” said EVT Group General Manager Operations, Callum Kennedy. “By Family Room, Atura Adelaide Airport These rooms feature a clever cabin-like design with essential amenities at an affordable price.

General Manager

Hotel Management

JUNE 24, 2025

Three Accor-operated hotels in Melbourne have hit the market, representing a portfolio sale worth an estimated AU$$200 million. Each asset is underpinned by strong income performance, institutional-grade operations, and long-term value upside. These characteristics are exactly what capital is chasing in the current cycle.

Sales

eHotelier

JUNE 18, 2025

is managed and monitored from a unified inbox that provides powerful insights to boost conversions, increase website engagements , and streamline operations – saving time and cost. Hotels can configure the solution at the chain, brand, or property level for brand consistency and control. “A Concierge.AI

Hospitality

Hotel Business

JULY 24, 2025

With consistent development, royalty rate and ancillary fee growth, we remain very confident in our ability to create long-term value for our shareholders, franchisees, and team members through the enduring appeal of our iconic brands.” The company’s Canada region grew RevPAR by 7% reflecting increased room nights from Canadian guests.

Pipeline

Preno

JUNE 24, 2025

Governors and mayors from both sides of the border are working hard to maintain co-operation,” she said. Speakers urged operators to tailor offerings to domestic travellers and diversify financing sources. It will transform how we book, operate, and serve.” this summer. this summer. It helps reset and focus.”

Consumer

Amadeus Hospitality

JULY 8, 2025

We were looking for a technology provider that could support our ambitions, streamline our operations, and most importantly, enhance our guest experience. Paul Wilson, Vice President of Asia Pacific, Hospitality, Amadeus adds, “We’re excited to work with B2 Hotels, one of Thailand’s fastest-growing hotel brands.

Target Marketing

Hotel Management

JUNE 19, 2025

1 Hotel Melbourne has opened its doors this week, introducing domestic travellers and international guests to the first Australian iteration of Barry Sternlicht’s “mission-driven” luxury lifestyle brand. Starwood Hotels CEO, Raul Leal, said the brand ethos centres around “luxury rooted in purpose, impact, and authentic experiences”. “1

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