Beyond Revenue Growth: HVS Takeaways from The Lodging Conference
HVS shares takeaways from the 2026 Lodging Conference: 5% RevPAR growth expected by year-end, but rising costs, debt pressures, and loan maturities are eroding hotel profitability.
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IHG Hotels & Resorts signs Crowne Plaza New Cairo, strengthening presence in the Egyptian capital
IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with Kleek Development, a joint venture between Emaar Al Delta for Contracting and Real Estate Investment and Modern Style Home Real Estate Company, for a 250-key hotel in Sixth Settlement, New Cairo. Scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2031, the new Crowne Plaza hotel will build on IHG’s premium portfolio in Egypt and meet the growing demand for internationally branded hospitality in the capital.
IHG Hotels & Resorts Opens InterContinental Taipei, Expanding Luxury Portfolio in Greater China
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world's leading hotel companies, today announces the opening of InterContinental Taipei, marking a significant milestone in the continued growth of its luxury portfolio in the Taiwan market. Developed in partnership with Farglory Group, the hotel represents the partners' second InterContinental collaboration, following InterContinental Kaohsiung. Together with the recently signed Hualien Farglory Hotel, Vignette Collection, these developments further strengthen IHG's growing Luxury & Lifestyle presence in Greater China.
Loews Nashville Hotel Reveals Multimillion-Dollar Property-Wide Transformation
Today, Loews Nashville Hotel at Vanderbilt Plaza officially reveals its multimillion-dollar, property-wide transformation, ushering in a new era for the long-established Nashville hotel. Located in the city’s Midtown neighborhood, minutes from Nashville’s entertainment district, Music Row and Vanderbilt University, the hotel’s transformation introduces an elevated guest experience from arrival to departure through reimagined guestrooms, revitalized public spaces, distinctive new dining destinations and enhanced gathering spaces inspired by the city’s warm and creative spirit.
Denū Hotel & Spa Debuts as Downtown Phoenix’s Premier Upscale Urban Retreat
Denū Hotel & Spa, a partnership involving Pacific Hospitality Group, Berger Holdings, and JWG Investments, an affiliate of Sunbelt Holdings, today announces its opening in the heart of Downtown Phoenix, marking the newest addition to Meritage Collection and introducing a design-led upscale urban retreat to the city's evolving downtown landscape. Located steps from the award-winning Phoenix Convention Center and the city's leading arts, culture, sports and entertainment venues, Denū welcomes both visiting professionals and leisure travelers, offering an intentional reset within reach of the city's most active corridors.
Sonesta Launches Sonesta F1RST™ Meetings Collection Across the U.S. and Canada
Sonesta's new F1RST Meetings Collection spans 25 hotels across Royal Sonesta and Sonesta Hotels Resorts brands, offering up to 500,000 sq ft of combined event space in major U.S. and Canadian markets.
AI Saved Your Hotel Team 10 Hours This Week. Where Did They Go?
Mews research of 3,250 travelers finds 75% say good hospitality depends on people, prompting the question of whether time saved by AI is actually reaching guests or simply disappearing into cost cuts.
By Are Morch, Digital Transformation Coach for Hotels, Are Morch, AI Champion
The Phoenician Unveils Multi-Million-Dollar Property-Wide Refresh
The Phoenician, a Luxury Collection Resort and Arizona’s premier luxury resort destination, announces the completion of its multi-million-dollar property-wide refresh. Marking a pivotal new chapter in Southwestern hospitality, this comprehensive transformation elevates every facet of the guest stay while honoring the resort's iconic legacy. The extensive renovation encompasses all guestrooms, corridors, and the exclusive Canyon Suites at The Phoenician—including its brand-new villas launched in February of this year—delivering a modernized aesthetic that celebrates the unique Sonoran Desert surroundings and establishes an unmatched standard of contemporary elegance.
Minor Hotels Announces Morocco Debut with Signing of Anantara Retreat Rabat
Minor Hotels announces the signing of Anantara Retreat Rabat, marking the group’s debut in Morocco with a 38-key luxury retreat in the country’s capital with an anticipated opening in early 2030.
The Bridge
A hospitality veteran reflects on the personal journey from financially inexperienced young leader to hotel controller, emphasizing self-belief as the driver of career growth.
By David Lund, The Hotel Financial Coach, David Lund
How a branded hotel captures its local identity
Mercure Sheffield Kenwood Hall shows how a branded hotel can embed local identity through design, history and community ties without sacrificing brand consistency.
By Ryan Haynes, Director/Lead Consultant, Hoteliers' Voice Podcast/ Haynes MarComs Ltd
Inside New York City's Most Iconic Hotel, The Waldorf Astoria
The Waldorf Astoria New York reopens after a full renovation, raising the question of whether the 1931 landmark retains its legendary status.
By Ryan Walker, CEO, investor, educator, and luxury hotel reviewer, TSMA Consulting, Inc.
Frasers Hospitality opens Fraser Place Roppongi, Tokyo, bringing contemporary serviced living to Japan’s capital
Frasers Hospitality, a business unit of Frasers Property, has announced the opening of Fraser Place Roppongi, Tokyo. This milestone establishes Frasers Hospitality's presence in one of the world's premier gateway cities, bringing its premium serviced living experience to travellers in Tokyo's cosmopolitan core.
The Shortlist Effect: She found you through AI. She won't book through it. Yet.
As AI tools drive pre-booking research, independent hotels gain a commission-free discovery window, but risk losing that booking to OTAs if their website fails to convert the visit.
By Markus Busch, Editor/Publisher, hospitality.today
The Everlasting Appeal of Santorini with Markos Chaidemenos of Canaves Collection
Markos Chaidemenos of Canaves Collection explains how family ownership, boutique scale, and design restraint have kept the Santorini-based group ahead of luxury travel trends while protecting the island's character.
Beyond Points: Elevating Hotel Loyalty, Rewards, and Customer Insights
Drawing on Deloitte's 2024 consumer loyalty research across 9,800+ respondents, the piece argues hotels must shift from transactional points programs to experiential, AI-powered loyalty built on personalization and data trust.
Market Beat Germany - H1 2026
German hotel investment volume fell to €600M in H1 2026 from €1.1B a year earlier, while operating metrics held steady with RevPAR flat at €74 and prime yields stable at 6.5%.
By Christine Mayer and Christine Folz
CEO of Union Square Hospitality Group named 2026-27 Conti professor
Darryl "Chip" Wade, CEO of Union Square Hospitality Group and 2026 IFMA Gold Plate Award winner, will serve as guest lecturer and mentor at Penn State during the 2026-27 academic year.
Munich Market Spotlight - YE August 2026
Munich hotels posted 2.1% revenue growth in YE August 2026 but GOP fell 1.1% to €68.7 PAR as costs rose faster, with RevPAR down 0.4% due to a 1.5% ADR decline.
By Christine Mayer and Christine Folz
Marriott's AI Agent Sells Afternoon Tea. Rivals Can Only Search Five Fields. TRevPAR Fell 8.8% While RevPAR Rose. Trust Is What AI Cannot Replicate.
Friday brought Markus Busch on Marriott's nine-year Alibaba partnership giving it exclusive AI agent commands on Fliggy while rival chains stay limited to a five-field room search, Erik Tengen on TRevPAR declining 8.8% versus RevPAR's 6.3% exposing what room-only metrics miss, and Jun Kwon arguing consistent delivery and relationship history are the only sales advantages AI cannot commoditize. Dolly Parton's SongTeller Hotel opens, salvaged stays at 194% search growth, and six property announcements closed the week.
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