So far in 2026, hotels have looked to technology solutions to lighten housekeepers’ workloads and power electricity needs.
Artificial intelligence is playing a more central role in streamlining hotel operations, with nearly all hoteliers using the technology across their operations, per a May survey from Mews. For example, some properties are using AI to power air conditioning and heating systems, while a Florida resort has deployed an AI concierge to better support guests’ needs and capture more bookings.
Read on to learn more about how hotels implemented emerging technologies in the first half of 2026, with insights from hospitality technology leaders.
