Airbnb introduces new room category to compete with hotels

Airbnb Rooms aims to sway travelers away from hotels by promising low prices and “connection” with room hosts.

By Jill Menze • May 4, 2023

Marriott builds on Q1 portfolio growth, forays into midscale segment

The hotel brand acquired the City Express portfolio at the start of the second quarter after seeing rising demand for the midscale segment earlier this year.

By Jenna Graber • May 3, 2023

MGM Resorts posts record Q1 growth in Las Vegas

The hospitality company’s Las Vegas Strip resorts saw all-time high EBITDAR for the quarter thanks to an influx of events in the area.

By Michele Laufik • May 3, 2023

Developers break ground on $54M Embassy Suites in Chattanooga

The Hilton hotel, targeting corporate and leisure travelers, is slated for completion in 2025.

By Jenna Graber • May 2, 2023

Marriott announces first projects under hotel ownership diversity program

The company's Bridging the Gap program aims to increase its ranks of diverse owners and franchisees.

By Michele Laufik • May 2, 2023

Caesars Entertainment to add $100M tower to Paris Las Vegas

Caesars will integrate the existing Jubilee Tower at Horseshoe Las Vegas into Paris Las Vegas and rename it the Versailles Tower as part of the resort’s ongoing upgrades.

By Jenna Graber • May 2, 2023

Choice Hotels’ Sleep Inn brand debuts wellness-focused prototype

The new development option includes fitness centers and outdoor spaces, as guests seek accommodations with more wellness amenities.

By Jenna Graber • May 1, 2023

IHG to open second Kimpton property in NYC

The Kimpton Hotel Theta will be located in the city’s theater district near Times Square.

By Jenna Graber • May 1, 2023

Hyatt to acquire luxury hotel platform Mr & Mrs Smith

The $66 million deal will expand Hyatt’s position in the luxury market and open up distribution and loyalty opportunities.

By Michele Laufik • April 28, 2023

Hilton, Wyndham Q1 earnings show strong leisure travel demand

Despite some economic uncertainty, both hotel brands point to healthy leisure travel demand and spending among consumers.

By Michele Laufik • April 28, 2023

Hilton, HotelKey co-develop cloud-based property management system

Hilton takes a leap into a new tech era by replacing its legacy system at more than 7,000 properties.

By Jenna Graber • April 28, 2023

Southwest Value Partners acquires JW Marriott resort in Tucson for $110M

The investment company adds the 575-room JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa to its hospitality portfolio in Arizona.

By Jenna Graber • April 27, 2023

Choice Hotels partners with Groups360 for small group bookings

The hotel’s integration of Groups360’s GroupSync technology will allow event planners to shop and book small group event space and guest rooms more efficiently.

By Jenna Graber • April 27, 2023

OYO sees 48% jump in U.S. Q4 revenue from direct platform bookings

The hospitality company attributed the growth to operational efficiencies, performance management and a better incentive structure.

By Michele Laufik • April 27, 2023

Hospitality associations join forces for events, initiatives

The partnership will bring the American Hotel & Lodging Association and the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International Americas division together to address issues such as labor shortages in the industry.

By Jenna Graber • April 26, 2023

New-construction Graduate Hotels property to open in Austin, Texas

The 18-story hotel will sit in the heart of the capital city’s downtown near the University of Texas campus.

By Jenna Graber • April 25, 2023

Guest satisfaction up at hotels: report

Hyatt saw the biggest gain in customer satisfaction, while guests rated hotel amenities and food service higher than in years past, according to an American Customer Satisfaction Index report.

By Jenna Graber • April 24, 2023

Choice Hotels’ Sleep Inn brand partners with hiking app AllTrails

The collaboration provides hotel guests access to nearby trails at a time when travelers increasingly want to connect with nature.

By Jenna Graber • April 21, 2023

Expedia Group launches ‘shoppable’ platform with inspirational travel content

The GoUSA streaming hub “bridges the gap in travel marketing between the growing influence of streamed movies and TV on tourism and travel bookings,” according to the company.

By Michele Laufik • April 20, 2023

Hyatt unveils first upper-midscale hotel brand in Americas

Roughly 100 Hyatt Studios hotels are planned, furthering the company’s select service portfolio growth.

By Jenna Graber • April 19, 2023

Radisson expands digital strategy with virtual tours for guests

The immersive experiences are part of the hotel brand’s ongoing efforts to drive increased customer engagement and booking conversions.

By Michele Laufik • April 19, 2023

Mohari Hospitality to acquire Tao Group for $550M

The deal, expected to close in May, also includes an agreement by Madison Square Garden Entertainment to sell its majority stake in Tao.

By Michele Laufik • April 18, 2023

Marriott fined $225,000 for failure to inform consumers of ‘hidden’ resort fees

After failing to comply with a 2021 settlement with the Pennsylvania attorney general, the hotel brand announced it will update its room rate display to prominently show rates inclusive of resort or destination fees.

By Jenna Graber • Updated May 3, 2023

Expedia introduces attribute-based shopping for hotels

The online travel giant is among the first to introduce ABS at scale, meeting a desire by travelers for price transparency and customization in hotel booking.

By Jenna Graber • April 17, 2023

MGM receives approval for $8.1B casino in Japan

The project, expected to be one of the most expensive casino resorts ever built, will serve as a hub for tourism.

By Michele Laufik • April 17, 2023