Resident Hotels rebrands as The Sirius Hotel Group, a Specialist Hotel Management platform with a focus on growth
The rebrand follows successful Four Points conversions and Edinburgh opening, with plans to grow from 11 to 31 hotels over 6-10 years.
Press Releases
Humans-as-Luxury: Redefining Value in an Automated Hospitality Future
Puorto argues that labor shortages will make human interaction a luxury commodity, forcing hospitality to redefine value as automation becomes operational necessity rather than strategic choice.
Kew Green CEO outlines strategy to lead sector
Taylor aims to position Kew Green as a leading UK hotel management company through team alignment and performance frameworks over five years.
Chapter Chianti Opens in the Heart of Tuscany
The 82-room property in a restored 16th-century village features contemporary South African design, Michelin-starred dining, and communal wellness spaces opening June 2026.
Robust Investor Confidence: 86% of Investors Back European Hotel Investment in 2026
Cushman Wakefield survey of major investors finds Southern Europe and gateway cities most attractive for hotel investment this year.
Point A Hotels Achieves Green Tourism Silver Accreditation Across Portfolio
The Silver certification covers all Point A properties except two recent openings, with sustainability credentials now driving 9% higher bookings and premium pricing.
Les Bateaux Belmond Unveils Marguerite, a Belmond Boat, Burgundy
The 8-guest floating villa will join Belmond's French riverboat fleet in summer 2026, featuring Michelin-starred dining and bespoke Burgundy wine experiences.
New Harcourt Collection Book Celebrates 40 Years of Harcourt Hotels and One Man’s Passion for Hospitality
Irish hotel group publishes coffee table book showcasing its five diverse properties across Ireland, England and Antigua under new unified brand.
GBTA Welcomes EU Approval of Package Travel Directive and Exclusion of Business Travel
GBTA supports EU Parliament's exclusion of business travel from revised Package Travel Directive, providing regulatory clarity for corporate travel services.
Understanding the Profit Picture: HotStats CEO Michael Grove at ITB Berlin
HotStats CEO explains why revenue growth doesn't always translate to stronger margins due to rising costs and evolving guest expectations.
a&o significantly expands its International Sales team with 3 Strategic Appointments
Europe's largest hostel group hires three sales managers for France, UK, and Scandinavia, targeting 75-80% occupancy rates and 600,000+ overnight stays.
HVS Europe Hotel Transactions Bulletin - Week Ending 6 March 2026
PPHE reacquires Park Plaza London Waterloo for £147.9m while Nordeste Properties buys Meliá Bilbao for €63m in major European deals.
How is RIU Hotels supporting children in Ireland through its partnership with Barnardos?
RIU will fund early childhood and family support programs in Dublin's vulnerable communities through a structured three-year partnership starting February 2026.
HOSPA honours industry excellence at the 2026 Professional Development Learner Awards
HOSPA recognized top performers from its 2024/2025 training cohort, with Leonardo Hotels winning Employer of the Year for professional development commitment.
Equality in Tourism Announces Gender Equality Champion of the Year Award 2026 Winners at ITB Berlin
Sri Lanka's Amba Yaalu Kandalama and Kenya's Nomad Africa won for employing 91 women against cultural norms and implementing comprehensive gender policies respectively.
ITB Berlin 2026: The industry sets an example for dialogue and resilience in uncertain times
The 60th anniversary event generated €47 billion in business deals despite Middle East flight disruptions, featuring Angola as host country and announcing Maldives for 2027.
Milan hotels post highest Winter Olympic occupancy peak since 2010
CoStar data shows Milan averaged 83.4% occupancy during the Winter Olympics, with luxury properties posting RevPAR gains of 321.9% year over year.
LyvInn to build on Frankfurt success
The brand achieved a 135 RGI in Frankfurt, outperforming competitors by 35%, and targets 14 hotels by 2029 across key European cities.
Limehome strengthens Belgian presence with flagship signing in Brussels’ European Quarter
Limehome will convert a 114-unit hotel in Brussels' European Quarter into serviced apartments, opening in early 2027.
Native by Numa Accelerates UK Growth with New Openings and Strategic Expansion
Native by Numa will add 188 aparthotel units across five properties in London and Edinburgh, following 17% direct revenue growth.