LW Hospitality Advisors tracked 392 major US hotel sales totaling $15 billion in 2025, with average sale prices down 13% year-over-year despite increased transaction volume. ... Wheelock Street Capital paid $106.4 million, or $511,000 per key for the asset in 2021 from Concord Hospitality who developed the property which opened in 2020.
The 2026 summit at Hilton Fort Worth targets C-level hospitality tech vendors with sessions on Web3, AI, and investment trends. ... Participants engage in roundtable discussions covering critical topics such as mergers and acquisitions, global market trends, and the evolution of cloud technology in hospitality.
Developed in collaboration with Brewer Digital and deployed across Google Cloud and Vertex AI, Agentic Hospitality transforms guest interactions into revenue-generating, loyalty-enhancing journeys in real ... The company is powered by a best-in-class ecosystem of technology partners, each chosen for their leadership in AI, automation, data orchestration, and hospitality infrastructure.
In Beyond Human Hours: How AI Employees Are Transforming Hotel Profitability , hosted by Xquic, speakers explored how AI-driven "digital employees" are recovering lost revenue by automating tasks such ... That same philosophy surfaced in Insights for Improvement: Turning Hospitality Data Into Better Guest Experiences, Smarter Operations, and Stronger Sales , hosted by Encore.
W Scottsdale , located in the heart of the city's vibrant Entertainment District, is pleased to announce the appointment of Shelley Hall as Manager of AWAY Spa. ... In her role at W Scottsdale, Hall will oversee all aspects of AWAY Spa operations, including guest experience, treatment offerings, and strategic partnerships.
Brad Brewer, founder and chief AI officer of Agentic Hospitality A Defining Shift for Hotel Distribution In a recent HOTELS magazine cover feature, Brewer described an industry-wide turning point: Booking ... A Kissimmee, FL., native, Wiley brings a hospitality-first mindset shaped by decades in the industry and a personal belief that hoteliers are in an underdog moment that demands bold leadership.
First Hospitality outperformed industry benchmarks in 2025 with +3% occupancy growth and plans AI-driven search optimization tools for 2026. ... David Duncan, president and CEO of First Hospitality AI and Tech Innovation: New Search and Operational Trends One of the most significant trends reshaping hospitality today is the rapid rise of AI-driven
Effective January 1, 2026, the rebrand marks a significant milestone in the property's ongoing $75 million, multi-year renovation and its evolution as a premier luxury destination in the heart of Summerlin ... The Neighborhood Food Hall New dining concepts debuting in 2025 include ai Pazzi , ai Pazzi Pizza , and Pearls Oyster & Crudo Bar from celebrity chef Fabio Viviani; Nom Wah , the first West Coast location
Relationship-first hospitality, rooted in recognition, appreciation and authentic community engagement, is emerging as a key differentiator. ... Operationally, the rapid adoption of AI, from guest communication tools to review analysis and service optimization, is poised to significantly shape hospitality operations and service delivery in the
Destination AI (DAI) is thrilled to announce that its third annual hospitality summit will take place September 29–30, 2026, in Washington, D.C. ... Every session delivers real outcomes, proven use cases, and candid discussions about what’s working and what isn’t in AI adoption across hospitality.
Colliers forecasts U.S. commercial real estate recovery in 2026 with 15-20% transaction growth, office vacancy dropping below 18%, and hospitality supply growing 1.3%. ... in 2026.
The first platform that mirrors in-room tablet content to guests’ mobile phones , enabling every traveler to take the AI Concierge with them wherever they roam (on-site and off-site) to serve as a personal ... Our AI-powered concierge service mirrors the coveted onsite Concierge Services of the past with personalized guest journeys and frictionless experiences built in.
Wellness is increasingly seen as essential, not optional, in both residential and hospitality environments, as consumers prioritize health and longevity in their lifestyles. ... What is the future of wellness in travel and hospitality?
The graph below compares the number of employees in hospitality with the unemployment rate. ... Employment in the hospitality and leisure sector has shown steady growth in recent years, and unemployment has remained below 6% through 2025.
– two prestigious technology awards recognizing excellence and innovation in hospitality technology. ... Part of AHLA, HTNG is the premier technology solutions organization in the hospitality industry, serving members from hospitality companies, technology vendors to hospitality, consultants, media and academic
By adopting AI-driven Anacove’s solutions, the Holiday Inn Express San Diego South – Chula Vista has established itself as a sustainable, efficient, and forward-thinking hospitality property in a highly ... modern hospitality.
Brands that are not yet feeding clean content, inventory, and policy data into AI-readable formats risk invisibility in this new “assistant-first” funnel. ... (PwC notes the retail calendar squeeze; the same behavioural pressure often echoes in travel.) What travel & hospitality should do now Win Millennials in the AI era.
It also serves travelers visiting Portsmouth Regional Hospital and the University of New Hampshire. Everhome Suites Rochester, NY will open in August 2025. ... These new Everhome Suites represent our continued confidence in the future of the brand and the long-term strength of the Southern California extended stay hospitality market.
In his opening address, Hospitality America President & CEO Ben Campbell spoke on the future of leadership: Trailblazers thrive in environments where curiosity is encouraged, initiative is rewarded, and ... AI & Technology Transformation: Amadeus shared how artificial intelligence is reshaping hotel operations and guest engagement in “Future-Focused Hotel – What’s Next?”
The definition of ‘value’ in hospitality is being rewritten in real time by today’s travelers. There is no better place to witness this inflection point than Las Vegas. ... The human touch in a high-tech world Technology offers incredible tools , but hospitality remains a fundamentally human industry.