The Hospitality Newsletter
Today Saturday, September 12, 2026

Hospitality news — 2026-04-11

24 stories covered that day.

Solving the Hidden Hotel Arrival Intelligence Gap Hotels often fail to communicate critical guest emotional data gathered during arrival between the doorman, front desk, … operations Hotels Magazine · Outrigger Launches Global Premier Suite Collection Outrigger Resorts & Hotels has introduced its Premier Suite Collection, a new portfolio tier featuring luxury beachfront… marketing Hotel Dive · Financing Secured For Ritz-Carlton Savannah Construction Walker & Dunlop has arranged a construction loan for the development of a Ritz-Carlton hotel in Savannah, Georgia, featu… finance Lodging Magazine · Historic Hotel Viking Relaunches Following Renovation The historic Hotel Viking in Newport is set to reopen in May 2026 after extensive updates, while Columbia Hospitality ta… general Hotels Magazine · Regulus Labs and WeBee Partner for U.S. Market Expansion Regulus Labs has formed a strategic partnership with WeBee to facilitate the global tech provider's entry into the U.S. … technology Hospitality Technology · COMO Group Launches Shop by COMO E-Commerce Platform COMO Group has launched Shop by COMO, a new global e-commerce platform designed to bring its luxury hotel lifestyle prod… marketing Boutique Hotel News · HelloShift Streamlines Operations With Staff Collaboration HelloShift is a staff collaboration platform designed to modernize hotel operations by replacing manual logs and radios … operations Hotel Tech Report · LA Hotels Face Pressure From Rising Costs and Policy Changes A new AHLA report highlights a 'perfect storm' for Los Angeles hotels, where local policies and high labor costs are sti… finance HospitalityNet · Scott Berger Named GM of Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills Hilton has appointed Scott Berger, a seasoned luxury hospitality leader and former hotel manager of The Peninsula London… general eHotelier · Minor Hotels Debuts Global Data and AI Platform Minor Hotels has launched a centralized global data and AI platform designed to unify information across its internation… technology Lodging Magazine · Straiv Ranks Top 3 for Contactless Hotel Check-In Straiv is a high-ranking digital guest journey platform that provides contactless check-in, digital menus, and checkout … technology Hotel Tech Report · The Future of Hotels: Better Thinking Over Bookings The hospitality industry is entering a phase where high demand does not guarantee success; instead, leaders must adapt t… general HospitalityNet · QSR Service Is Getting Faster But Less Hospitable A new Intouch Insight report finds that while QSR service times have improved by a full minute, brand loyalty is at risk… operations Hospitality Technology · Strategic Shifts Boost Bookings and ADR Through Redesign A vacation rental firm successfully boosted its ADR and conversion rates by modernizing its 25-year-old brand and optimi… marketing eHotelier · AHLA Report Details Hotel Impact on Los Angeles Economy The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) released a report highlighting the massive economic footprint of the hot… finance Lodging Magazine · Columbia Hospitality Adds Hotel Grand Stark to Portfolio Seattle-based Columbia Hospitality has officially added Hotel Grand Stark, a 57-room boutique property in Portland's Cen… operations Lodging Magazine · Appellation to Debut Culinary-First Hotel in Silicon Valley Luxury hotel brand Appellation, co-founded by chef Charlie Palmer and Christopher Hunsberger, is set to open MOHI, a cul… operations Hotel Dive · 10 Best Hospitality Payroll Software Platforms for 2026 This guide evaluates 19 hospitality payroll products to identify the top 10 solutions for 2026 based on verified user re… hr Hotel Tech Report · Two Major Gaps Remaining in the Travel Value Chain While individual room bookings have become seamless, group travel and vacation packages still rely on manual RFPs and ri… operations HospitalityNet · Luxury Hotels Expand Into Yachts And Private Jets Luxury hospitality brands are diversifying their portfolios by launching yacht collections and private jet itineraries t… marketing HospitalityNet · AI Labor Shifts and LA Hotel Policy Challenges Emerges The hospitality industry faces a pivotal moment as AI shifts labor models toward selective human value, while Los Angele… operations HospitalityNet · Infor HMS Property Management System Overview Infor HMS is a global, cloud-based property management system designed to personalize guest experiences through deep int… technology Hotel Tech Report · Why Inaction Is the Biggest Risk for Independent Hotels Independent hotels face a critical competitive threat if they fail to modernize guest communication and digital services… technology Boutique Hotel News · Omni Hotels & Resorts Partners With Peter Millar Omni Hotels & Resorts has entered a strategic partnership with lifestyle brand Peter Millar to offer premium co-branded … marketing Lodging Magazine ·