The Hospitality Newsletter
Today Friday, July 31, 2026

Hospitality news — 2026-04-04

17 stories covered that day.

Hotel Gotham Reopens as The Rex Following Rebrand The iconic Art Deco building formerly known as Hotel Gotham has reopened as The Rex, focusing on a high-luxury experienc… operations HospitalityNet · Analyzing Structural Changes in the Airline Industry The airline industry is undergoing structural shifts that affect how travelers choose destinations and how carriers mana… general Skift · Modernizing Hotel Revenue Strategies for Volatile Markets The hospitality industry is relying on outdated revenue strategies designed for stable markets, failing to address today… finance HospitalityNet · US Hotels Close Out March on a Historic High The U.S. hotel industry reached record performance levels in late March, driven by strong spring break demand and a sign… finance CoStar · Using AI and Commercial Strategy to Protect Hotel Margins As hotel room rate growth plateaus and operating costs rise, hoteliers must shift from defensive cost-cutting to AI-driv… finance HospitalityNet · How Small Teams Can Manage Multi-Brand Portfolios A case study on how a lean team of three professionals successfully managed five distinct hospitality brands through tec… marketing HospitalityNet · Hilton and Marriott Lead US Hotel Stock Surge for 2026 The 2026 US hotel stock market reveals a significant performance gap, with Hilton and Marriott seeing strong growth whil… finance travelandtourworld.com · How Agentic AI Is Transforming Travel Booking Agentic AI is reshaping the travel landscape by enabling autonomous systems to handle complex planning and booking tasks… technology Skift · Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Opens in Cartagena Four Seasons has expanded its Colombian footprint with the opening of a luxury hotel and residential complex housed in m… general HospitalityNet · Radisson Surpasses 100 Hotels In Africa With Morocco Push Radisson Hotel Group has reached a milestone of over 100 hotels in Africa, identifying Morocco as a critical strategic h… operations trendsnafrica.com · Lifestyle Hotels: Catering to Modern Traveler Preferences The lifestyle hotel market is projected to reach $123.3 billion by 2033, driven by travelers seeking immersive experienc… marketing HospitalityNet · AI Transforms Direct Channel Campaigns Amid RevPAR Growth Hotels are moving away from outdated revenue strategies in favor of AI-powered tools that allow for near-instant campaig… marketing HospitalityNet · United Airlines Launches Tiered Fares for Premium Seats United Airlines is segmenting its premium cabins by introducing tiered fare structures for Polaris and Premium Plus seat… finance Skift · Japan Local Governments Expand Accommodation Taxes Nearly 40 local governments in Japan are planning to implement new accommodation taxes following a surge in internationa… finance asahi.com · NewcrestImage Debuts Hotel Mockingbird in Dallas NewcrestImage has launched Hotel Mockingbird in Dallas, a 296-room property under Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio featuring… general HospitalityNet · B&B Hotels Eyes US and UK Growth After European Success B&B Hotels is leveraging its success in continental Europe's fragmented budget sector to launch an international expansi… operations Skift · Minnesota Launches 'Neighborism' Campaign Post-ICE Crackdown Explore Minnesota is launching a new campaign titled 'Come Visit Your Neighbors' to rebuild its reputation after an ICE … marketing Skift ·