The Hospitality Newsletter
Today Tuesday, August 25, 2026

Hospitality news — 2026-05-06

32 stories covered that day.

Stonebridge Names Paul Eckert Chief Operating Officer Stonebridge has appointed Paul Eckert as its new Chief Operating Officer to oversee the company's operational performanc… operations Hotels Magazine · Stonebridge Names Paul Eckert Chief Operating Officer Stonebridge Companies has appointed Paul Eckert as Chief Operating Officer, where he will oversee the operations of more… operations Lodging Magazine · Hoteliers’ Voice Announces UK Roundtable Roadshow Dates Hoteliers’ Voice is expanding its podcast into a live UK roadshow, hosting intimate roundtables for senior hospitality l… general eHotelier · Accor Debuts Mercure Brand in Tauranga, New Zealand Accor has launched Mercure Tauranga, marking the first international hotel brand in the city and expanding its New Zeala… operations eHotelier · How One Hotelier Cut Services to Boost Profitability Tudor Hopkins, owner of The Sleeping Bear Hotel, shares his strategy of stripping away traditional hotel services like r… operations HospitalityNet · Smart Hospitality TVs: From Passive Viewing to Profit Modern hospitality TVs are transforming from simple entertainment devices into powerful interactive hubs that drive gues… technology Lodging Magazine · Oracle OPERA PMS vs. RMS: Property Management Comparison This comparison analyzes 1,083 verified reviews to help hoteliers choose between Oracle OPERA and RMS Cloud, focusing on… technology Hotel Tech Report · Bain and Smith Hill Capital Refinance Miami’s Hotel Cala Bain Capital and Smith Hill Capital have provided a loan to refinance Hotel Cala in Miami Beach, supporting its comprehe… finance Lodging Magazine · Agentic AI: The Modern Threat to Legacy Hotel Software Agentic AI is emerging as a major disruptor in hospitality technology, moving beyond simple suggestions to autonomously … technology Skift · Airbnb Expands Delta Partnership to Boost Experiences Airbnb has expanded its long-standing partnership with Delta Air Lines to offer increased rewards for its Experiences an… marketing Skift · 3 Critical Responsibilities a Managing Director Cannot Deleg The current hospitality cycle demands a shift in leadership, requiring managing directors to personally oversee cash dis… operations Hotels Magazine · 10 Best Altitude Alternatives for Contactless Check-In Altitude provides a modular cloud-based platform for guest experiences, including self-service kiosks and mobile keys, w… technology Hotel Tech Report · How BWH Hotels Is Redefining Independent Hospitality BWH Hotels is expanding its footprint in the boutique sector by offering independent owners a membership model that prov… general Boutique Hotel News · Aven Hospitality Streamlines Global OTA Distribution Aven Hospitality’s OTA Distribution software enables hotels to scale their online presence and revenue strategies via a … technology Hotel Tech Report · Hotel AI Memory And Reversibility Outrank Empathy A study of 1,000 U.S. consumers shows that hotel guests prioritize technical reliability, memory, and the ability to rev… technology Hospitality Technology · Trestle Studio Appoints Timothy Ryan as President and COO Trestle Studio has appointed Timothy Ryan as its new President and COO to lead operations, development, and organization… operations HospitalityNet · Davidson Adds Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club to Management Port Davidson Hospitality Group has expanded its Florida footprint by adding the Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club, an Autograph Co… operations Lodging Magazine · Inn-Flow Acquires Lilo and Launches Procurement Tool Inn-Flow has acquired the technology of procurement platform Lilo to launch a new hospitality-specific procurement solut… technology Lodging Magazine · Braemar Sells Park Hyatt Beaver Creek for $176M Braemar Hotels & Resorts has entered a definitive agreement to sell the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort and Spa for $176 … finance Hotel Dive · Hotel Jackson Debuts The Retreat Luxury Suite Offering Hotel Jackson has expanded its luxury presence in Jackson Town Square with 'The Retreat,' featuring nine new high-end su… operations eHotelier · Turkey Tourism Resilient Despite Sharp Gulf Market Drop Turkey's tourism sector maintained growth in Q1 2026 despite an 80% visitor collapse from most Gulf nations due to the I… finance Skift · The Redesign of European Hotel F&B Amid Labor Shortages European hotel F&B is undergoing a structural transformation, shifting toward mobile and flexible service models to coun… operations HospitalityNet · Airlines Race to Capture Spirit’s Routes and Customers Major airlines are rushing to launch new routes in former Spirit Airlines strongholds like Fort Lauderdale and Orlando f… general Skift · G6 Names Krishna Paliwal President of Midscale Extended Stay G6 Hospitality has appointed former Wyndham executive Krishna Paliwal as President of Midscale Extended Stay to oversee … general Hotels Magazine · Hilton Madison Monona Terrace Appoints Matt Karow as GM Marcus Hotels & Resorts has appointed Matt Karow as the new general manager of the 240-room Hilton Madison Monona Terrac… operations Hotels Magazine · Creative Hospitality and Laidback Luxury at Nayara Bocas Nayara Bocas del Toro demonstrates a successful blend of high-end luxury and a laidback atmosphere, catering to modern t… marketing eHotelier · Stonebridge Appoints Paul Eckert as Chief Operating Officer Denver-based hotel management company Stonebridge has appointed industry veteran Paul Eckert as its new Chief Operating … hr eHotelier · William Shatner Returns to Launch Priceline TikTok Campaign William Shatner is reprising his iconic 'Negotiator' role for a new Priceline campaign on TikTok aimed at finding his re… marketing Skift · The Financial Impact of Rising Tourist Taxes in England The introduction of regional tourist taxes across England is creating complex pricing and distribution hurdles for hotel… finance Boutique Hotel News · Victory Group Acquires Cameron House On Loch Lomond Victory Group has finalized the acquisition of the iconic five-star Cameron House resort on Loch Lomond from KSL Capital… finance Boutique Hotel News · High Hotels Breaks Ground on First Tempo by Hilton in PA High Hotels Ltd. has officially broken ground on the first Tempo by Hilton in Pennsylvania, a 150-room lifestyle hotel l… finance HospitalityNet · Hospitality's Personal Touch Was Gone Long Before AI The author argues that hospitality's personal touch has been hollowed out by extreme turnover rates and staff burnout ra… operations HospitalityNet ·