DKN Hotels Acquires Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Mesa/Sorrento Valley
DKN Hotels acquired the 150-suite property and plans a comprehensive renovation starting Q2 2026 in partnership with PK Architects and Gensler.
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Automation & AI: Why Hotels Need the Basics Before the Brilliance
h2c's 2025 study reveals hotels trust AI more than they use it, with 62% citing lack of expertise as the top barrier to adoption.
By Linda Girrbach, Co-Founder & Head of Hospitality Consulting, RobosizeME
a&o Hostels acquires Schulz Hotels as part of EUR 500 million growth strategy
The deal adds Schulz's 1,000-bed Berlin property and experienced founders to a&o's EUR 500 million expansion plan across European cities.
How small hotels are staying profitable in an unpredictable market
Independent hotels face guests booking later with shorter stays and tighter budgets, requiring dynamic pricing, integrated tech, and local marketing to maintain profitability.
By Laure Cremers, Content Specialist, Lighthouse
New Chair: CHLA Advocacy Critical for California Hotels' Future
Kristi Allen of Ensemble Allen will lead the association's efforts against predatory lawsuits and wage mandates affecting 6,000+ California hotels.
The Lux Collective Accelerates Global Expansion with New Signings and a Growing Worldwide Pipeline
The Lux Collective secured seven new signings in 2025 with a 16-property pipeline across Asia, Middle East and Africa through 2028.
KKR Provides €300m Financing for Tristan Capital Partners’ EPISO 6 Acquisition of easyHotel Platform
KKR provided €300m debt financing for Tristan's €400m+ easyHotel acquisition, secured by 48 hotels with 4,700 rooms across 11 European countries.
HVS Europe Hotel Transactions Bulletin - Week Ending 05 December 2025
Seven major hotel transactions across Europe totaling over £280 million include CDL's acquisition of Holiday Inn London Kensington High Street for £396,600 per room.
HVS Asia Pacific Hospitality Newsletter - Week Ending 5 December 2025
Newsletter covers GBP280M Holiday Inn London acquisition by CDL, Singapore's Marina Square consolidation, and JPY31.91B Japan portfolio deal by JPR.
Why “smart hotels” shouldn’t become soulless hotels?
Oracle/Skift survey shows 70% of guests prefer human interaction despite 34% of hotels being heavily invested in contactless tech.
How AI is transforming hotels today
The piece explains why hotels with modern cloud architecture will benefit most from the shift to agentic AI that can automate complex workflows.
San Montano Resort & Spa in Ischia Joins Relais & Châteaux
The thermal spa resort becomes Relais & Châteaux's first property on Ischia after recent renovations including a new Lighthouse Suite.
The Naughty vs. The Nice Revenue Manager
Bartnick argues effective revenue managers must balance firm commercial decisions with diplomatic communication to maximize profits while maintaining team relationships.
By Fabian Bartnick, Founder, Infinito
Shatterproof Honors Marriott International President and CEO Anthony Capuano for Leadership in Ending Addiction Stigma
Capuano will be honored at the ninth annual Hospitality Heroes Reception during ALIS 2026 for his advocacy in supporting industry workers affected by substance use disorders.
The revenue growth playbook: Strategies for independent hotels
The guide outlines pricing optimization, distribution balance, and incremental revenue tactics specifically for independent properties using data-driven approaches.
VenueSuite and Shiji Daylight PMS integrate to streamline M&E bookings, helping hotels respond faster with e-Proposals and boost revenue
VenueSuite data shows responding to meeting requests within 30 minutes increases conversion rates by up to 60%.
Barriere Hotels Are Now Becoming Barriere Collection: a New Era for One of France's Most Iconic Luxury Hospitality Brands
The French luxury group is restructuring its century-old portfolio into four distinct collections: Signature (Fouquet's ultra-luxury), Heritage (iconic resorts), Address (boutique Maison Barrière), and Premium (business-leisure).
Grand Rapids, Michigan: A City on the Rise
HVS analysis highlights strong hotel demand growth driven by $1+ billion in upcoming developments including amphitheater, soccer stadium, and airport expansion.
By Angela Lahti, Associate, Tampa - St. Pete, HVS
Cloudbeds Reveals Shortlist for 2026 People’s Choice Award Ahead of Global Cloudbeds Collection Launch
Cloudbeds' inaugural collection highlights 100 independent properties worldwide, with public voting open through December 19 for the People's Choice winner.
Japan Brief: Hotel and Retail Sectors to Remain Resilient Despite Decrease in Chinese Visitors
CBRE analysis shows diversified visitor base and weak yen will offset Chinese travel restrictions, with European, US, and Australian tourists providing stronger spending power.