U.S. Hotel Forecast Assumptions – August 2026
STR and Tourism Economics raise 2026 U.S. RevPAR growth to +4.4%, boosted by World Cup premiums, with 2027 growth moderating to +2.1% amid macroeconomic normalization.
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In Canada, Lodging Econometrics Reports Record-High Total Construction Pipeline Projects, at Q2 2026, and Announces New Hotel Openings for 2028 Forecast
Canada's hotel construction pipeline hit a record 345 projects and 47,874 rooms in Q2 2026, up 4% YOY, with LE forecasting 46 new hotels and 5,281 rooms to open in 2028.
Where Opportunity Meets Capital: Unlocking Saudi Arabia’s Next Phase of Hospitality Growth
Analysis ahead of the 2026 Future Hospitality Summit explores how Saudi Arabia's young demographics and Vision 2030 are reshaping investment strategies toward franchise models and midscale properties.
By Wytze van den Berg, Vice President, International Operations, BWH Hotels EMEA, The Bench
U.S. hotel construction down for 15 consecutive months
CoStar data shows 136,990 U.S. hotel rooms currently under construction, with luxury segment leading percentage growth at 4.5%.
Canada’s Hotel Construction Pipeline Signals Future Growth as Key Chain Scales Record Highs in Q1 2026
Ontario leads with 190 projects, while upper midscale properties dominate the pipeline at 137 projects, both reaching record highs in Q1 2026.
Strong Conversion and New Development Project Totals in the U.S. Hotel Construction Pipeline at Q1 2026 Close
LE reports 6,020 projects with 705,825 rooms in Q1 2026 pipeline, with luxury segment hitting record highs and 2026 supply growth forecast at 1.4%.
What’s Past Is Prologue: The Sales Challenges Hospitality Still Hasn’t Solved
Sales challenges like weak prospecting, poor follow-up, and team alignment issues persist unchanged since 1999, requiring human-centered coaching solutions beyond AI.
By Gary Hernbroth, Founder, Training for Winners
Philadelphia Lodging Market: Post-Pandemic, Today, and Beyond
Philadelphia occupancy lags 8% below 2019 levels while facing FIFA World Cup room cancellations, but 2026 events including America's 250th anniversary could drive recovery.
By Jerod Byrd, Senior Vice President, Partner and Director of Operations of the HVS Philadelphia Consulting and Valuation division, HVS
IHG Hotels & Resorts accelerates European growth expanding its portfolio by over a quarter in three years
IHG added 32,800 rooms across Europe in three years, with conversions accounting for 84% of 2025 openings and Germany representing over 20% of the portfolio.
From Greece to Thailand, Here’s Where Hilton is Opening and Renovating This Season
Hilton announces major expansion with 4 new Greece properties, Thailand debuts including first Canopy, and brand launches in Kenya, India, and Saudi Arabia.
Hotel Truths: From AI Concierges to Five-Star Myths
Hospitality experts discuss common development pitfalls, AI's impact on service, the declining relevance of star ratings, and how luxury definitions are evolving.
HVS Asia Pacific Hospitality Newsletter - Week Ending 20 March 2026
Four major transactions across Asia Pacific include SC Capital's acquisition of Fusion Hotel Group and Verdant View's SGD43.5M Punggol development win.
IHG Accelerates Growth in Mexico, Reinforcing Long Term Commitment to Key Americas Market
IHG plans to nearly double its Mexico growth pace with 62 hotels in development, building on its current 187 properties and 5th largest global market position.
Omnam Group Enters a New Era with a New Brand Identity and Integrated Capabilities Ahead of Major European Hotel Openings
The European developer manages a €2.6 billion pipeline including The Lake Como EDITION and Baccarat Florence, adding AI-powered guest technology and in-house design capabilities.
Virgin Limited Edition Announces a New Hotel near Marrakech
The 37-suite property on a 10-hectare organic farm will open in phases starting Q1 2027, developed with Sazanes Immobilier.
Mandarin Oriental Reports Strong Business Performance for 2025
The luxury hotel group achieved 10% RevPAR growth and 3-point market share gains in 2025, while becoming the first hospitality company with 100% GSTC certified properties.
BWH® Hotels Strengthens Commitment to African Development Ahead of Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Africa 2026
BWH Hotels signed 25+ pipeline properties in Morocco and plans four new openings across Nigeria, Ethiopia, and Tanzania this year.
Teague Talks with Alpesh Patel, Kana Hotel Group
Kana Hotel Group's CEO discusses the strategy behind their $80 million dual-brand Embassy Suites and Tempo by Hilton development in Tennessee.
Teague Hunter in conversation with Alpesh Patel
Charlestowne Hotels Expands National Footprint with Impactful Development Pipeline
Charlestowne Hotels announced eight development projects opening through 2028, including adaptive reuse properties in Santa Fe and Milwaukee, plus Tribute Portfolio hotels in Mississippi and Utah.
Corinthia Hotels, ShiLong Industry Co and Geminus Group Announce Partnership to Launch Corinthia in Chengdu
The 150-room luxury hotel will anchor a 225m mixed-use tower in Chengdu's high-tech district, opening in 2032 with RMB 4.0 billion total investment.