The Hospitality Newsletter
Today Tuesday, August 25, 2026

Hospitality news — 2026-04-16

25 stories covered that day.

Kalibri Launches Profit Actions for Hotel Profitability Kalibri has released Profit Actions, an enhancement to its Hummingbird Commercial platform designed to help hotel teams … technology HospitalityNet · Why Design Architecture Holds Back AI in Hospitality Mews founder Richard Valtr argues that the biggest obstacle to AI success in hospitality is flawed underlying architectu… technology Skift · First Hospitality to Manage Historian Hotel in Madison First Hospitality has been selected to manage the 81-key Historian Hotel in Madison, Wisconsin, a Marriott Tribute Portf… operations HospitalityNet · PM Hotel Group Manages Embassy Suites Tysons Corner PM Hotel Group has taken over management of the Embassy Suites by Hilton Tysons Corner, aiming to enhance performance th… operations Hotels Magazine · Primestar Group Launches June Lux Luxury Brand Primestar Group has introduced June Lux, its fourth brand, which combines high-end luxury design with a fully digital gu… general Boutique Hotel News · How to Build a Crisis Management Strategy for Hotels A robust crisis management strategy is essential for hotels to protect their reputation, requiring a mix of proactive pl… operations Boutique Hotel News · Stonebridge Selects Otelier for Unified Back-Office Data Stonebridge has selected Otelier's unified platform to automate back-office processes, budgeting, and business intellige… technology Hotels Magazine · WorldHotels Launches Backdrop Collection for Glamping WorldHotels has introduced its Backdrop collection, a new portfolio of luxury glamping sites and riverside cabins design… general Hotels Magazine · Flexkeeping Ranked Top Housekeeping Software Solution Flexkeeping has been ranked the top housekeeping software by Hotel Tech Report, earning a near-perfect score based on us… technology Hotel Tech Report · India to Add 70,000 Hotel Rooms by 2030 in Market Surge India's hospitality sector is entering a phase of structural maturity, with listed operators expected to add 70,000 room… finance Skift · Marriott And Visa Partner On FIFA World Cup Campaign Marriott Bonvoy and Visa have launched a loyalty campaign providing members exclusive experiential rewards and match acc… marketing Hotel Dive · Hyatt Launches Hotel Solaya in Scottsdale Under JdV Brand Hyatt has rebranded and reopened The Monarch in Scottsdale as Hotel Solaya, integrating it into the JdV by Hyatt lifesty… operations Hotel Dive · WorldHotels Unveils WorldHotels Backdrop Glamping Brand WorldHotels has launched WorldHotels Backdrop, a new collection of upscale glamping retreats and outdoor escapes designe… operations HospitalityNet · Saudi Arabian Hotel Supply Surges as Room Rates Fall Saudi Arabia's hospitality sector saw a massive 34.2% increase in licensed facilities in 2025, leading to a simultaneous… finance Skift · Storey Hotel Management Expands Stayntouch PMS Partnership Storey Hotel Management Group has expanded its use of Stayntouch’s cloud-native PMS to six properties, including The Fai… technology HospitalityNet · The New Economics of Visibility in the AI Era The rise of AI-driven search is disrupting traditional hotel distribution by reducing the effectiveness of keyword searc… technology HospitalityNet · Mews Launches Business Intelligence Tool for Hotels Mews has introduced a new Business Intelligence module designed to help hoteliers transform raw data into actionable ins… technology Lodging Magazine · Minor Hotels Pursues 'Asset-Right' Strategy With 2026 REIT Minor Hotels is transitioning toward an 'asset-right' model by balancing owned assets with management contracts, support… finance Skift · Langham to Manage New Luxury Hotel in Jinan, China Langham Hospitality Group has signed a management agreement for a 286-room luxury hotel in Jinan’s Honglou neighborhood,… general Hotels Magazine · BWH Hotels Launches Luxury Glamping Brand Backdrop BWH Hotels has introduced WorldHotels Backdrop, a collection of upscale glamping retreats and outdoor escapes designed t… general Hotel Dive · Outrigger Debuts Premier Suites & Villas Collection Outrigger Hospitality Group has officially launched its Premier Suites & Villas collection, featuring high-end, resident… operations Lodging Magazine · Wellness and Personalization to Define 2026 U.S. Travel Amadeus’ Travel Dreams 2026 report highlights a major shift toward mental well-being and tailored itineraries, with trav… marketing Hotels Magazine · This Week’s Hospitality Executive Comings and Goings This week's roundup of hospitality leadership changes features key appointments at Hilton's luxury brands, Preferred Tra… hr Lodging Magazine · SiteMinder Links 53,000 Hotels to AI Search Engines SiteMinder is integrating its global hotel inventory with AI platforms like ChatGPT and Claude to ensure properties are … technology Skift · Peregrine Hospitality to Debut Pacific Point Resort Peregrine Hospitality has unveiled details for its new Pacific Point Resort, a luxury development focused on coastal lif… finance Lodging Magazine ·