Hospitality news — 2026-04-14
35 stories covered that day.
AI Will Not Save Your Hotel, but It Will Redefine It
While previous digital transformations merely optimized old processes, AI forces the hospitality industry to reconsider …
technology
HospitalityNet
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Hospitality Tech Investment Hits $1B Led by PMS and AI
Hospitality technology investment surpassed $1 billion between April 2025 and March 2026, with Property Management Syste…
technology
HospitalityNet
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The Rise of Bleisure Travel and Hotel Website Strategy
The bleisure travel market is experiencing significant growth as remote work allows professionals to extend business tri…
marketing
HospitalityNet
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Asia Pacific Tourism to Exceed 2019 Levels by 2026
The PATA Asia Pacific Visitor Forecasts 2026-2028 predicts a full recovery for the region by 2026, while warning that ge…
general
eHotelier
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LVMH Earnings Signal Volatility for Luxury Travel Sector
LVMH reported a 6% decline in first-quarter sales, revealing that geopolitical conflict in the Middle East has significa…
finance
Skift
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Asia Pacific Hotel Growth Diverges Between New-Builds and Co
The Asia Pacific hotel pipeline is split between record new-build growth in India and Japan versus a strategic shift tow…
finance
Hotels Magazine
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Inn-Flow to Debut AI Back-Office Solutions at AAHOACON26
Inn-Flow will showcase its integrated back-office platform at AAHOACON26, highlighting its new status as an AAHOA Platin…
technology
Hotels Magazine
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LA Hotels Face Financial Strain Over Labor Policy Shifts
A report from the AHLA highlights significant financial concerns for Los Angeles hotels as mandatory wage increases and …
finance
Hotel Dive
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Six Senses Co-Founder Launches The Discover Collection
Former Six Senses president Bernhard Bohnenberger has launched the Discover Collection, a new hospitality venture target…
general
Skift
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Navigator by RateGain Ranks Top 3 in Rate Shopping Software
RateGain's Navigator platform has been recognized as a leading rate intelligence tool, ranking 3rd out of 35 competitors…
technology
Hotel Tech Report
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DIRS21 Channel Manager: Real-Time Sync & Booking Control
DIRS21 by TourOnline AG is a channel management solution that synchronizes room rates and availability across online dis…
technology
Hotel Tech Report
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Hospitality Tech Startups Secure Over $1 Billion Investment
A new report reveals that hospitality technology investment exceeded $1 billion over the past year, with Property Manage…
technology
Hospitality Technology
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Hospitality Tech Secures $1 Billion in Recent Investment
Hospitality technology startups raised over $1 billion in the last year, with property management systems (PMS) and AI-d…
technology
HospitalityNet
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Domes Resorts Acquires Casa Collective Brands
Greek hospitality group Domes Resorts has reached an agreement with Goldman Sachs to acquire majority ownership of Casa …
finance
Boutique Hotel News
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G6 Hospitality Sets 2025 Annual Franchise Conference
G6 Hospitality has scheduled its 2025 Annual Franchise Conference for October 7-9 at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Conventi…
general
Lodging Magazine
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U.S. Tourism Rebound Reaches 2.5 Million Visitors in March
Inbound travel to the United States grew by 3.6% in March, totaling 2.5 million visitors, though a downturn in Asian tou…
finance
Skift
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Booking.com Discloses Data Breach Affecting Guest Records
Booking.com has alerted customers to a data breach where unauthorized third parties accessed reservation details includi…
technology
Skift
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The Financial Squeeze Facing American Hotel Owners
While major hotel brands report record profits, individual franchise owners are struggling with rising costs, labor shor…
finance
Skift
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Navigating Tariff Volatility in Restaurant Operations
The hospitality industry faces renewed financial pressure from unpredictable global tariffs, requiring operators to focu…
finance
Hospitality Technology
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dailypoint™ 360° Ranks #2 in Hotel CRM for 2026
dailypoint™ 360° has been recognized as a leading Hotel CRM and Central Data Management platform, ranking second in its …
technology
Hotel Tech Report
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Energy Consultancy Sets New Standard For Hotel Cost Reductio
Boutique hotels are increasingly turning to specialized energy consultancies to mitigate rising costs through strategic …
sustainability
Boutique Hotel News
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Hunter Hotel Advisors Sells Aloft San Antonio Airport
Hunter Hotel Advisors has facilitated the sale of the Aloft San Antonio Airport, a 132-room select-service hotel located…
finance
Lodging Magazine
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Folio Named Official Tech Platform for AAHOA Marketplace
The Asian American Hotel Owners Association has selected Folio as the official technology platform for the AAHOA Marketp…
technology
Hotels Magazine
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Spotlight Series: Brittain Resorts & Hotels Strategy
Brittney Jones, Chief Development Officer at Brittain Resorts & Hotels, explores the company's expansion strategy and it…
operations
Hotel Business
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Domes Resorts Becomes Majority Shareholder in Casa Collectiv
Greek luxury hospitality group Domes Resorts has acquired a majority stake in Casa Collective, aiming to accelerate the …
finance
Boutique Hotel News
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Starhotels Promotes Della Croce to Chief Commercial Officer
Starhotels has announced the promotion of Alexandro Della Croce to Chief Commercial Officer, where he will oversee the g…
hr
Boutique Hotel News
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RMS Cloud PMS Profile and Performance Review
RMS Cloud is a high-ranking Property Management System (PMS) that holds a 90/100 HT Score based on verified hotelier rev…
technology
Hotel Tech Report
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SBE Debuts The Monarch New Orleans Under HQ Brand
SBE is launching The Monarch, a 34-key boutique property in New Orleans, marking the debut of its HQ Hotels & Residences…
operations
Hotel Dive
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Starhotels Promotes Della Croce to Chief Commercial Officer
Italian luxury hospitality group Starhotels has announced the promotion of Alexandro Della Croce to the position of Chie…
hr
Boutique Hotel News
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Sleep Inn Debuts New Design With Strategic Openings
Choice Hotels International has launched a new design for its Sleep Inn brand, marking the debut with new properties in …
operations
HospitalityNet
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4SUITES Enhances Hotel Security and Keyless Access
4SUITES is a high-ranking hotel keyless entry system that enables digital check-ins and mobile key access by upgrading e…
technology
Hotel Tech Report
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AAHOA Appoints Rahul Patel as Chairman for 2026-2027
The Asian American Hotel Owners Association has selected Rahul Patel to serve as chairman for the 2026-2027 term alongsi…
general
Hotel Dive
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Amenity Trends: Safety And Sustainability In Cosmetics
Cosmetics suppliers are transforming hotel amenities by prioritizing sustainable large-format dispensers and transparent…
operations
Lodging Magazine
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Royalton Named Top Three Hospitality Employer in Mexico
Royalton Hotels & Resorts has been ranked #74 nationwide and top three in hospitality by Forbes Mexico for its commitmen…
hr
eHotelier
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Choice Hotels Debuts New Prototype for Sleep Inn Brand
Choice Hotels has launched its new 'Scenic Dreams' prototype for the Sleep Inn brand, integrating nature-inspired design…
operations
Lodging Magazine
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