The Hospitality Newsletter
Today Tuesday, August 25, 2026

Hospitality news — 2026-04-09

31 stories covered that day.

Scaling AI Infrastructure in the Global Travel Industry The travel industry is shifting from experimental AI pilots to deep integration within global infrastructure, focusing o… technology Skift · Hotel Nordic Scales Operations via Planet Integration Hotel Nordic successfully transformed its operational efficiency by adopting Planet's integrated tech suite, turning the… operations Hotel Tech Report · The AI Paradox: Digital Tools Boost Human Connection The hospitality industry is facing an AI paradox where increased digital adoption is the key to delivering more personal… technology Hospitality Technology · Paradisus Cancun Unveils Major Renovation and New Concepts Meliá Hotels International has reimagined the iconic Paradisus Cancun, debuting 773 redesigned luxury suites, nine new c… operations HospitalityNet · Stayntouch Reports Record Growth as Cloud PMS Interest Surge Stayntouch achieved record-breaking Q1 2026 results, driven by a 106% increase in contracted rooms as hoteliers pivot to… technology HospitalityNet · This Week’s Hospitality Executive Comings and Goings Lodging Magazine provides a roundup of recent executive appointments, promotions, and leadership transitions across majo… hr Lodging Magazine · Total Hotel Profitability Becomes Key 2025 Objective With travel volume and RevPAR stabilizing post-pandemic, hoteliers must shift focus toward total guest spend and operati… finance eHotelier · The Standard to Debut in Texas with Austin Hotel Conversion The Standard brand is expanding to Austin, Texas, through the conversion of the South Congress Hotel, marking its first … general Boutique Hotel News · My Place Hotels Expands in Arkansas With Jonesboro Opening My Place Hotels has opened its second Arkansas location, a 63-room hotel in Jonesboro designed to serve long-term demand… general Hotel Dive · Webinar: Global Trends In Branded Residence Demand A Boutique Hotel News webinar scheduled for September 21 will examine the evolving landscape of global branded residence… finance Boutique Hotel News · Hutton Hotel and Spa Debuts Nashville Rebrand and Redesign The Hutton Hotel in Nashville has completed a comprehensive rebranding and redesign, introducing refreshed guestrooms, a… operations HospitalityNet · Tauseen Malik Becomes SVP of Operations at Charlestowne Charlestowne Hotels has appointed Tauseen Malik as Senior Vice President of Operations to oversee operational strategy a… hr eHotelier · Nikki Beach Reveals Development of Marrakech Resort Nikki Beach Global has announced plans for the Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Marrakech, marking a significant expansion of it… general Boutique Hotel News · Orlando World Center Marriott Renovates Massive Event Space The Orlando World Center Marriott has finished a major renovation of its Grand Ballroom and convention facilities, enhan… operations Hotels Magazine · Hôtel Paris Bastille Streamlines Operations via Cloud PMS Hôtel Paris Bastille successfully implemented Protel Cloud PMS and integrated payments to digitize manual workflows and … operations Hotel Tech Report · Radisson Prioritizes Agility and Asian Growth Over Scale Radisson Hotel Group is pivoting away from the industry trend of massive brand proliferation, choosing instead to focus … operations Skift · Charlestowne Hotels Names Tauseen Malik SVP Of Operations Charlestowne Hotels has hired industry veteran Tauseen Malik as senior vice president of operations to lead operational … operations Hotels Magazine · Domes Resorts Acquires Majority Stake in Casa Collective Domes Resorts has entered an agreement with Goldman Sachs to acquire Casa Collective, the platform behind Cook’s Club an… finance HospitalityNet · The Cost Of Hotel Venue Systems That Can't Keep Up Inconsistent response speeds and manual sales workflows are costing hotels significant revenue in the events and venue s… operations HospitalityNet · Duetto GameChanger Ranks Top 3 in Revenue Management Systems Duetto's GameChanger has been ranked as a top three Revenue Management System, securing a high HT Score of 97 out of 100… technology Hotel Tech Report · HI USA Partners With Cloudbeds for National Transformation Hostelling International USA has selected Cloudbeds to modernize its hospitality operations nationwide, replacing legacy… technology eHotelier · Kempinski Hits 20% Occupancy but Pursues MEA Growth Despite occupancy falling below 20% in some Middle East properties due to regional conflict, Kempinski is maintaining it… finance Skift · Highgate to Exit Miami's Troubled Goodtime Hotel Hospitality management firm Highgate is exiting the celebrity-developed Goodtime Hotel in South Beach, resulting in staf… finance Hotel Dive · Hawaiian Hotels Boost Revenue With Planet PMS Upgrade Coconut Waikiki and Shoreline Hotel moved to Planet’s cloud-based PMS to overcome the limitations of an outdated system … operations Hotel Tech Report · Is $7 Billion in Hotel Points a Liability or an Asset? Industry experts discuss the financial implications of nearly $7 billion in unredeemed loyalty points at Marriott and Hi… finance Skift · Stayntouch Reports Record Growth and Revenue in Q1 2026 Stayntouch achieved record-breaking Q1 2026 results driven by a 106% increase in new contracted rooms and a shift toward… technology Hotels Magazine · Ultima Collection Names Noelia Magnusson as New CCO Ultima Collection has appointed former Aman executive Noelia Magnusson as Chief Commercial Officer to oversee global com… hr eHotelier · Hilton Plans 125 New Midscale Hotels Across India Hilton has signed a massive strategic partnership with Royal Orchid Hotels to develop 125 Hampton by Hilton properties, … finance Skift · Fixing Technical Debt in Hospitality Financial Workflows While front-of-house technology has modernized, many hotels suffer from backend technical debt where disconnected PMS an… technology Hospitality Technology · Radisson Surpasses 100 Hotels in Africa to Fuel 2030 Goals Radisson Hotel Group has surpassed 100 hotels in operation and development across Africa, marking a significant mileston… finance eHotelier · Omniboost Reaches 10,000 Live Hospitality Integrations Omniboost has reached a milestone of 10,000 global integrations, connecting major systems like Oracle OPERA and NetSuite… technology Hospitality Technology ·