The Hospitality Newsletter
Today Friday, July 31, 2026

Hospitality news — 2026-04-01

22 stories covered that day.

Omni Midland Hotel Breaks Ground in Texas Omni Hotels & Resorts, in partnership with the City of Midland and local investors, has officially broken ground on a ne… finance Lodging Magazine · Marriott and Lefay Partner to Expand Luxury Wellness Brand Marriott International and the Leali family have announced a joint venture to bring the Lefay luxury wellness brand into… finance HospitalityNet · Airbnb Expands Into Pre-Booked Airport Transfers Airbnb has partnered with Welcome Pickups to offer pre-booked airport and train station transfers in 125 cities, excludi… technology Skift · Patrick Fisher Appointed President of Hotel ZaZa Portfolio Hotel ZaZa has appointed former Ian Schrager Company COO Patrick Fisher as President to lead its portfolio across Dallas… operations HospitalityNet · AHLA Unveils Key Policy Priorities for 2026 The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) has established its 2026 policy framework centered on improving the hote… operations Hotel Dive · IHG Debuts Garner Hotels Brand in Greater China IHG Hotels & Resorts has officially launched its midscale conversion brand, Garner, in Greater China, marking its first … general Hotels Magazine · Caption by Hyatt Brand Debuts in Chattanooga Downtown The Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga Downtown has officially opened, marking the lifestyle brand's second U.S. location and … operations HospitalityNet · Hyatt Faces Global Boycott From Unions and NFL Players A diverse coalition including labor unions and the NFL Players Association has launched a global boycott against Hyatt H… hr Skift · Room 77 Maintains Cloud Strategy Despite Amazon Outage Travel companies are doubling down on cloud computing while fine-tuning reliability strategies following a significant A… technology Skift · Dubai Announces Relief for Hotels Amid Regional Conflict Dubai has introduced a $272 million support package for the hospitality sector, allowing hotels to defer government fees… finance Skift · K-Shaped Economy Drives Divide in U.S. Hotel Market The U.S. hotel industry is increasingly split into two distinct paths, with luxury and high-end properties flourishing w… finance Hotel Management · Smart Hospitality Market Growth Driven by IoT and Automation The smart hospitality market is experiencing rapid growth fueled by the adoption of contactless services, IoT energy man… technology globenewswire.com · White Lodging Acquires Sheraton Raleigh Hotel White Lodging has expanded its portfolio with the acquisition of the 353-room Sheraton Raleigh Hotel in North Carolina, … finance Lodging Magazine · London Hotel Openings to Add 3,600 Rooms in 2026 London's hotel inventory is projected to expand significantly in 2026, with 3,600 new rooms representing a 3% increase i… finance CoStar · CoStar Analytics Support Global Real Estate Decisions CoStar Group offers a suite of data-driven tools designed to assist commercial real estate stakeholders, including hotel… finance STR · Cinn Tan Appointed Global CCO of Millennium Hotels Millennium Hotels and Resorts has appointed Cinn Tan as Global Chief Commercial Officer to oversee commercial strategy, … general Hospitality Technology · South Congress Hotel to Cut 125 Jobs Amid Major Rebranding The South Congress Hotel in Austin is terminating 125 employees as it prepares for a temporary closure to undergo a majo… operations cbsaustin.com · The Evolution Of India’s Tourism Strategy Beyond Incredible India is moving away from the iconic 'Incredible India' campaign as the travel industry's center of gravity shifts from … marketing Skift · Beyond SEO: New Playbook for AI-Driven Hotel Discovery The hospitality industry is shifting from traditional search engines to AI-driven discovery, requiring a move toward Ans… technology Lodging Magazine · Why Linen Visibility Is a Priority for High-End Hotels High-end hotels are increasingly adopting digital linen tracking to combat rising textile costs and operational ineffici… operations HospitalityNet · Marriott to Integrate Lefay Wellness Resorts Into Portfolio Marriott International has announced plans to incorporate the Italian luxury wellness brand Lefay Resorts & Residences i… finance Lodging Magazine · White Lodging Rebrands Sheraton Raleigh to Westin Hotel White Lodging has acquired the 353-room Sheraton Raleigh Hotel and plans to transform the property into a Westin followi… finance HospitalityNet ·