https://www.hotelnewsresource.com Hotel Industry News EN https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/images/logo.gif https://www.hotelnewsresource.com support@nevistas.com https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141248.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141248.html Hotel Association AHLA Hundreds of hoteliers advocate on Capitol Hill for a modernized H&2B visa program, passage of the American Franchise Act, and global tourism funding 2026-05-13 19:06:14 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141247.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141247.html Hotel Development Lodging Econometrics Europe’s hotel construction pipeline grew to 1,731 projects and 255,354 rooms at the close of Q1 2026, with a record number of projects in the early planning stage and notable growth in both upscale and luxury hotel developments across key countries and cities. 2026-05-13 18:54:52 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141246.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141246.html Hotel Development Four Seasons Hotels Four Seasons Resort Cabo Del Sol has introduced a collection of 61 villas and residences, ranging from two to seven bedrooms, within the Cabo Del Sol community on Mexico’s Baja Peninsula. 2026-05-13 18:44:01 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141245.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141245.html Hotel Development Raffles Raffles Hotels & Resorts has announced plans to open its first alpine resort in Courchevel 1850, with an expected opening for the 2028 winter season. 2026-05-13 18:36:20 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141244.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141244.html Hotel Technology Travelboom Hotel Marketing The article discusses common user experience issues that deter potential customers from completing bookings on hotel websites and offers solutions to address them. 2026-05-13 14:41:50 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141243.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141243.html Hotel Expert Bylines Cayuga Hospitality Consultants Chuck Kelley's article provides insights into the 'Minor Point Close' technique, a strategic approach in hotel sales that aims to finalize deals without compromising on the business's bottom line. 2026-05-13 14:38:19 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141242.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141242.html Hotel Awards HFTP Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals has announced that Mary Gerdts will be inducted into the HFTP International Hospitality Technology Hall of Fame and Bob Gilbert will receive the HFTP Award of Merit at HITEC 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. 2026-05-13 14:31:12 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141241.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141241.html Hotel Hotels For Sale CBRE Hotels The Novotel Sydney International Airport has been listed for sale through an Expressions of Interest campaign managed by CBRE. 2026-05-13 13:04:37 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141240.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141240.html Hotel Development HVS HVS Brokerage & Advisory has announced the sale of the 90&key Staybridge Suites Houston & Humble Beltway 8 East, located at 4819 Canyon Lakes Trace Drive in Humble, Texas, to Sahkar Hospitality Corporation. 2026-05-13 12:59:26 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141239.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141239.html Hotel Trends WTTC Over the next ten years, the global travel and tourism sector is projected to grow at a rate 1.5 times faster than the overall economy, indicating a robust future for the hospitality industry. 2026-05-13 12:45:15 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141238.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141238.html Hotel Expert Bylines SalesAndCatering.com Mike Pavicich discusses the potential disconnect between rapid technological advancement in the hotel industry and customers' ability to keep pace, suggesting it could affect the user experience. 2026-05-13 12:36:13 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141237.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141237.html Hotel Environmental European Travel Commission A recently published European Travel Commission report is providing guidance to hospitality destinations on how to comply with the European Union's laws on sustainability claims, emphasizing evidence over mere assertions. 2026-05-13 12:31:43 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141236.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141236.html Hotel Trends CoStar Cologne hotels saw occupancy and revenue surge to their highest levels since October 2025 during FIBO 2026, according to preliminary CoStar data. 2026-05-13 12:27:45 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141235.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141235.html Hotel Appointments Hyatt Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the appointment of Adam Rohman as Head of Americas, effective July 1, 2026, succeeding Pete Sears, who is retiring. 2026-05-13 12:15:09 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141233.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141233.html Hotel Technology Actabl Actabl has secured a U.S. patent for its process of normalizing hotel data, a significant development as the hospitality industry continues to leverage artificial intelligence for improved data reliability. 2026-05-13 12:04:02 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141232.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141232.html Hotel Trends CoStar Barcelona’s hotel occupancy reached 84.5% in April, the highest for the month since 2017, driven by major events and increased room rates. 2026-05-13 11:42:48 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141231.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141231.html Hotel Technology GratifID GratifID unveiled its new product, TIPMO, at HITEC 2026, reflecting a growing trend among hoteliers to prioritize digital tipping solutions in their technology strategies. 2026-05-12 17:14:50 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141228.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141228.html Hotel Technology Innspire The deployment introduces a seamless digital guest journey (from booking through post&stay) powered by Innspire’s mobile app, AI Concierge, and deep system integrations. 2026-05-12 16:55:58 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141227.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141227.html Hotel Openings JDV By Hyatt Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the opening of DC Hotel Hangzhou CBD, joining the JdV by Hyatt brand in Hangzhou’s Central Business District. 2026-05-12 16:39:56 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141226.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141226.html Hotel Development Hilton Hilton Los Angeles Airport has completed a $50 million renovation of its guestrooms, marking one of the largest upgrades in the property's history. 2026-05-12 15:12:12 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141225.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141225.html Hotel Expert Bylines Vizergy The article discusses the challenges hospitality businesses face when their do&it&yourself marketing strategies fail to scale with their growth, leading to potential inefficiencies and missed opportunities. 2026-05-12 14:53:02 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141224.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141224.html Hotel Expert Bylines Cogwheel Marketing Stephanie Smith investigates the potential correlation between hotel press releases and their visibility in AI&powered search engines, a topic of increasing relevance as the hospitality industry navigates digital transformation. 2026-05-12 14:46:11 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141223.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141223.html Hotel Artificial Intelligence Lighthouse In a recent webinar, Lighthouse discussed the emergence of AI ranking systems for hotels, highlighting the importance of understanding and optimizing these ranks to improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. 2026-05-12 14:33:26 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141222.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141222.html Hotel Development Lodging Econometrics The hotel construction pipeline in the Asia Pacific region, excluding China, reached a record 2,387 projects and 442,973 rooms at the end of Q1 2026, led by India, with strong growth across all segments, according to Lodging Econometrics. 2026-05-12 13:26:51 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141221.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141221.html Hotel Development Sonnenblick&Eichner Company Sonnenblick&Eichner Company has successfully arranged a first mortgage financing deal worth $110 million for Hotel Nia in Menlo Park, California. 2026-05-12 09:39:44 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141220.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141220.html Hotel Expert Bylines Lighthouse Paige Lopez explores how hotels are leveraging AI technology to mitigate common issues experienced during the summer season, such as overbooking, customer service, and maintenance. 2026-05-12 09:33:25 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141219.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141219.html Hotel Technology SiteMinder The strategic partnership expands on the connectivity between the two companies’ platforms, by enhancing their interoperability to open new revenue opportunities for shared hotel customers across Italy and beyond.  2026-05-12 09:07:56 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141218.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141218.html Hotel Technology Maestro PMS Seasoned SaaS and hospitality leader to drive next phase of growth and usability for Maestro PMS 2026-05-12 08:59:37 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141217.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141217.html Hotel Hotels For Sale Hotel Brokers International Prime Investment Properties LLC announced the exclusive listing of the Bavarian Inn, Black Hills, a landmark 64&room independent boutique hotel located at 855 N 5th Street, Custer, South Dakota. 2026-05-11 12:26:01 EST https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141216.html https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141216.html Hotel Technology Cendyn Apollos Gause examines how ChatGPT's decision to discontinue in&platform transactions could affect how hotels use AI chatbots for guest services, potentially altering the dynamics of customer interactions and service delivery. 2026-05-11 12:14:40 EST