Gen Z Checks In: The Rise of the Lifestyle Hotel
CBRE's report finds lifestyle hotels are underpenetrated in Asia Pacific but poised for growth, with Gen Z's rising spending power and preference for culture and design set to accelerate demand.
Markets & Performance
2026 State of Hostels Report Reveals Pricing Pressure, Rising OTA Dominance, and Uneven Global Performance
Cloudbeds analyzed 32 million bookings across 180 countries, finding dorm ADR fell 8.2% while OTA share rose to 73.7% globally, with cancellation rates more than double those of direct bookings.
The 2026 Hotel Profit Story Will Be Won in the Space Between Demand and Discipline
Q1 2026 U.S. hotel data from ~5,000 properties shows ADR up 6%, RevPAR up 8.7%, and GOP margin up 4 points, but the Q2-Q4 forecast signals a revenue reset with RevPAR expected to fall 1.3%.
By Sarah McCay Tams, Head of Editorial, Actabl
Mexico’s World Cup Hotel Readiness: What Guest Reviews Reveal Before Kickoff
Reviewpro data from Jan–Apr 2026 shows improving scores in Mexico's three FIFA World Cup host cities, but recurring guest complaints about maintenance, connectivity, and low review response rates signal operational gaps ahead of peak demand.
Canadian Hotels Are Resilient in the Face of Uncertainty
CBRE Hotels SVP Nicole Nguyen outlines three trends shaping Canada's 2026 summer hotel season: FIFA World Cup demand, rising domestic and international tourism, and record new supply crossing the 1.5% mark.
IPW 2026 Unites the Industry to Welcome the World
IPW 2026 in Greater Fort Lauderdale drew nearly 5,000 delegates from 60+ countries and facilitated 75,000+ business appointments, with the series projected to drive 11 million visitors and $26.1B in U.S. spending over three years.
Q1 2026 Public Travel Earnings: Beat the Print, Brace for Q2
Every public lodging company beat Q1 2026 estimates, 11 of 14 raised full-year guidance, but Middle East drag and World Cup underperformance risk cloud the H2 outlook.
By Sloan Dean, CEO Emeritus, Not Done with Sloan Dean
U.S. hotel results for week ending 16 May
U.S. hotels posted RevPAR of $117.93 (+5.4%) for the week of 10-16 May 2026, with Orlando leading Top 25 Markets on occupancy gains and San Francisco recording the strongest ADR growth.
HotelData.com Q1 2026 Hotel Profitability Report Signals Strong Start to Year for U.S. Hotels, But Forecasts Grow More Cautious for the Remainder of 2026
U.S. hotels posted strong Q1 2026 gains with ADR up 6%, RevPAR up 8.7%, and GOP margin rising 4 points, but operator forecasts for Q2-Q4 point to softer pricing and declining RevPAR.
Global Hotel Sales Leaders Say Lead Quality is the Top Barrier to Growth in 2026
Amadeus surveyed 315+ hotel and venue sales leaders globally, finding lead quality and rising competition are the top barriers to growth, while 86% already use AI for proposals and prospecting.
Unpack ’26 Summer Travel Trends: Domestic Demand Rises and Hotel Prices Drop in Popular International Destinations
Expedia Group's Unpack '26 Summer report finds domestic travel surging 77% YoY in social conversation, while hotel rates in popular European, Asian, and South American destinations drop nearly 25%.
Canada hotels post fourth straight month of performance growth
Canada's hotels saw April 2026 RevPAR rise 7.3% year over year to CAD128.19, with Toronto leading major markets and Newfoundland and Labrador topping provincial gains.
The Growth and Reinvention of Jersey City in Northern New Jersey
HVS analysis of Jersey City's hotel market shows 2025 occupancy at 80% and ADR at $260, with constrained Manhattan supply and residential growth expected to support continued hotel demand.
By Patricia Shih, Director, HVS
International Visitors Are America’s Best Brand Ambassadors. The Data Proves It.
A YouGov survey of 1,284 international visitors to the U.S. found 91% were satisfied, 83% felt welcome, and 61% left with a more favorable view of America.
Hospitality in the GCC: Hotel Owner and Investor Sentiment on the U.S.-Iran Conflict
HVS surveyed owners and investors representing 160,000 GCC hotel rooms, finding cautious but intact long-term confidence despite the 2026 U.S.-Iran conflict disrupting aviation and traveller demand.
By Hala Matar Choufany, President - HVS Middle East, Africa and South Asia, Dubai, HVS
Technology, Managed Travel and Hotel Distribution Gaps Stall Progress Toward the “Perfect Business Trip,” According to New GBTA Research
A GBTA survey of 269 corporate travel buyers finds 58% say AI has had little impact on their programs, 61% struggle with global program management, and 72% cite hotel pricing disparities as a top pain point.
Asia Pacific luxury hotel transactions surge 77% between 2017-2025
JLL reports luxury hotel transactions in Asia Pacific hit $2.1 billion in 2025, with luxury deals now accounting for nearly 20% of all hotel transactions, up from 8% in 2017.
RV Park Supply Near World Cup Host Cities More Than Triples Ahead of 2026 Tournament Window
RV park supply near U.S. FIFA World Cup host cities has tripled year-on-year for the June 10–20 window, with nightly rates ranging from $41 to $223 depending on market, per RMS and Spot2Nite data.
Hospitality Report Sweden - Spring 2026
Sweden's hotel market shows gradual recovery with RevPAR up 4.7% and ARR up 4.6% as of February 2026, as international tourism growth and constrained supply support investor confidence.
By Simon Vahtola and Staffan Dahlén
U.S. Travel Association Welcomes Suspension of Visa Bonds for World Cup Fans
The U.S. Travel Association endorses the administration's suspension of visa bond requirements for confirmed FIFA World Cup ticket holders, calling it a key step to boost international visitor arrivals.