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January 19

Hotel Staffs Do Not Need to Work Harder, Just Smarter

In hospitality, time is everything. And yet, too much of it is spent on the wrong things. Admin overload, repetitive reporting, fragmented systems… it all adds up. That’s where automation steps in, not to replace people, but to give them back time, so they can connect, think, serve. In this article, I want to share what we’re seeing in the field: the real impact of AI and Automation on hotel teams, and why the future of hospitality is more human than ever.

By Linda Girrbach, Co-Founder & Head of Hospitality Consulting, RobosizeME

Opinion Article Technology

January 19

Why AI makes 2026 an inflection point for hoteliers

Hospitality is at an inflection point. 2026 is not just any other year, but a year when everything could change – and yes, AI is at the heart of it.

By Tom Brown, Principal Copywriter, Mews

Press Release Development

January 19

Domes announces two new hotel openings to re-launch its newly elevated, ultra all-inclusive sub-brand Aulūs

Two properties in Crete and Rhodes will launch April 2026 as part of Domes' relaunched Aulūs ultra all-inclusive brand targeting millennials and families.

Domes

Greece

Press Release Finance

January 19

Hotel Debt Market Briefing Q1 2026

UK and European hotel debt markets show stable but selective lending appetite in Q1 2026, with banks offering 55-65% LTV at competitive margins for quality assets.

HVS

Explainer Sales & Marketing

January 19

Hotel SEO for beginners: How independent hotels can rank higher on Google

Lighthouse provides independent hoteliers with practical SEO tactics including Google Business Profile optimization, review management, and direct booking integration to compete with OTAs.

By Laure Cremers, Content Specialist, Lighthouse

Press Release Development

January 19

NYC, Phoenix projected to open the most hotel rooms in 2026

CoStar data shows Phoenix trailing NYC with 3,650 rooms, while Dallas rounds out the top three with 3,558 projected openings.

CoStar

United States

Press Release Development

January 19

HVS Asia Pacific Hospitality Newsletter - Week Ending 16 January 2026

Features major acquisitions including CMC REIT's HKD206M purchase of a Hong Kong student housing conversion and One REIT's JPY4.8B Kyoto hotel deal.

HVS

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Press Release Technology

January 19

The Hotel Owner AI Playbook and Toolkit

The playbook shows hotel owners how AI can protect EBITDA, improve cash flow predictability, and defend valuation multiples through early signal detection and owner-level interventions.

Pertlink Limited

Opinion Article Technology

January 19

Hotel AI Deployment Planning from the Framework of a Switchboard Operator

The author advocates for immediate AI deployment despite imperfect solutions, emphasizing team adaptation to faster implementation cycles and identification of automation opportunities.

By Larry Mogelonsky and Adam Mogelonsky

Press Release Finance

January 16

IHCL to Acquire Controlling Stake in Brij Hotels; Strengthens Leadership in India’s Leisure Tourism

IHCL acquires 51% of Brij Hospitality for ₹undisclosed amount, adding 22 boutique properties to reach 610 total hotels.

IHCL

India

Press Release Markets & Performance

January 16

U.S. hotel results for week ending 10 January

The U.S. hotel industry reported negative year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through 10 January. CoStar is a leading global provider of online real estate marketplaces, information and analytics in the property markets.

CoStar

United States

Supplier News Technology

January 16

Shiji Japan launches full-scale rollout of Reviewpro Reputation to elevate Guest Experience across hotels and restaurants in Japan

Shiji, the global hospitality technology leader, today announced the full-scale launch of Reviewpro Reputation in Japan. Since establishing its Tokyo office in 2018, Shiji Japan has introduced next-generation hospitality solutions, from Daylight PMS and Infrasys POS to guest engagement and data intelligence tools, to accelerate digital transformation across Japan’s hotel and restaurant industry. Now fully localized for Japan, Reviewpro Reputation supports over 80 review sites and 45 languages, transforming diverse guest feedback into actionable insights that help hotels strengthen brand value, improve service quality, and deliver superior guest experiences across every guest touchpoint.

Shiji

Japan

Press Release Development

January 16

IHG Hotels & Resorts to scale India presence to over 400 open and in development hotels within five years

IHG plans to triple its India hotel count from 130 to over 400 properties within five years, adding Vignette Collection brand in 2026.

IHG

India

Press Release General Management

January 16

The Future of Luxury Is Personal: Highlights from the International Luxury Hotel Association's Luxury Hospitality Conference, INSPIRE Las Vegas

The International Luxury Hotel Association's Las Vegas conference explored how technology can enhance rather than replace human connection, with sessions covering AI automation, investment trends, and the evolution of personalized luxury service.

International Luxury Hotel Association (ILHA)

Las Vegas, United States

Opinion Article Sustainability

January 16

Building Sustainable Hotel Operations for the Modern Traveler

Hilton Anaheim's multimillion-dollar renovation integrated LED lighting, smart controls, and bulk amenities, achieving emissions reductions equivalent to removing 1,700 cars from the road.

By Steve Karwoski, Area Director of Property Operations, Hilton Worldwide, Hilton

Anaheim, United States

Press Release Development

January 15

Preferred Hotels & Resorts Welcomes The Cooper to Legend Collection

The 191-room luxury waterfront property will open in March 2026 with a rooftop pool, private marina, and four dining venues.

Preferred

Charleston, South Carolina, United States

Opinion Article Operations & Strategy

January 15

What does ‘family focused’ really mean in a hotel? A General Manager’s inside secrets

Byron Fiddler of Luxury Family Hotels shares operational strategies including pre-arrival guest contact, integrated childcare, family-inclusive spa access, and specialized dining arrangements.

By Ryan Haynes, Director/Lead Consultant, Hoteliers' Voice Podcast/ Haynes MarComs Ltd

United Kingdom

Press Release Development

January 15

Kasa Enters into Strategic Combination with Mint House

The transaction adds nearly 1,000 units including Manhattan's 70 Pine building and expands Kasa across six major U.S. markets.

kasa and Mint House

United States

Supplier News Technology

January 14

New year, new system: Mews removes the pain from switching PMS with faster go-lives, continuous support and modern training

Mews announces improved PMS onboarding with one-week go-lives, sub-3-minute support response times, and AI-powered assistance to reduce implementation risks.

Mews

Press Release Development

January 14

Al Qimmah Hospitality and Marriott International Announce Agreement to Add More Than 2,700 Hotel Rooms in Saudi Arabia

The partnership adds properties in Jeddah, Makkah, and Madinah, including Marriott's first Four Points Flex by Sheraton in the Kingdom.

Marriott

Saudi Arabia