Hotel Tech-in: The AI-powered system safely storing guest luggage

The recently launched HotelsHero stores guests’ baggage on-property without lockers or added costs for hoteliers.

By Jenna Walters • June 27, 2024

How a TikTok ban could impact hotel marketing efforts

Hospitality industry pros share what hotels stand to lose from a potential ban as well as alternative hotel marketing strategies to consider.

By Jenna Walters • June 18, 2024

Highgate opens first adults-only hotel on Oahu

The boutique Romer House Waikiki will target the travelers-without-kids demographic on the island, according to Highgate Hawaii President Kelly Sanders.

By Jenna Walters • June 17, 2024

Hotel Tech-in: The app helping guests beat jet lag

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has tapped Timeshifter, which uses science to help travelers navigate time differences, to improve the guest experience.

By Noelle Mateer • May 31, 2024

McKinsey on the future of travel — and the opportunity for hotels

Hospitality players will need to adapt to “nuanced and proliferating” traveler types to succeed, McKinsey Associate Partner Jasperina de Vries told Hotel Dive.

By Noelle Mateer • May 29, 2024

How political party conventions are impacting hotel rates in Chicago, Milwaukee

Research from hospitality data provider Lighthouse shows the Republican and Democratic National Conventions are having “vastly different” effects on the cities’ respective hotel markets.

By Noelle Mateer • May 23, 2024

Hotels to see ‘marginal’ performance gains despite economic woes: PwC

Hotel occupancy, ADR and RevPAR will rise this year and into 2025 even as “economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions” continue, the professional services company forecasts.

By Jenna Walters • May 23, 2024

US hotel RevPAR to grow 3% for remainder of 2024: CBRE

Despite a “weaker than expected” first quarter, CBRE analysts forecast an uptick in international visitors, election-related events and muted supply growth will drive RevPAR results.

By Jenna Walters • May 21, 2024

The summer 2024 travel trends that will impact hotels

Americans hitting the road this summer will have different demographics, budgets and reasons for travel — and more of them are opting for alternative lodging.

By Noelle Mateer • May 21, 2024

IHG, Marriott launch ‘multisensory’ offerings for luxury and lifestyle guests

The amenities debut as guests increasingly seek unique experiences and a greater connection to nature, particularly at lifestyle hotels.

By Noelle Mateer • May 17, 2024

The Gen Z traveler has landed: Here’s what the numbers say

With 72% of millennials and 65% of Gen Zers planning to spend more on travel this year than 2023, brands need to connect at each step of the journey.

By Sara Karlovitch • May 3, 2024

Total solar eclipse drives hotel RevPAR gains across US

Hotels in larger urban areas along the path of totality from Texas to Maine saw higher performance boosts from the April 8 event, with Indianapolis seeing the greatest impact.

By Jenna Walters • April 23, 2024

Customer satisfaction with lodging is back to pre-pandemic levels: report

Hilton brands, in particular, came out on top in this year’s American Customer Satisfaction Index Travel Study.

By Noelle Mateer • April 23, 2024

Hilton Grand Vacations, Great Wolf Lodge partner on guest benefits

Guests will be able to book Great Wolf Lodge stays with HGV club points, as the vacation ownership company courts experiential and family travelers.

By Noelle Mateer • April 18, 2024

Under Canvas expands to California as glamping market heats up

The upscale outdoor hospitality company will open an 80-acre camp near Yosemite National Park in 2025.

By Noelle Mateer • April 12, 2024

St. Louis led US for year-over-year events volume growth in March

The market saw 24.3% growth in events volume last month bolstered by sports and national association happenings, outpacing major cities like Las Vegas and Seattle, according to Knowland.

By Jenna Walters • April 9, 2024

Travel and tourism to make record global economic contribution in 2024

The sector will contribute $11.1 trillion to the global economy this year, though the U.S. will lag behind other tourism markets, the World Travel & Tourism Council forecasted.

By Jenna Walters • April 8, 2024

Younger travelers, AI and sustainability to shape future of travel: Deloitte

Hotels are already working to court eco-conscious travelers, but demographic shifts and the rise of AI-powered booking may lead the industry to rethink loyalty and personalization.

By Noelle Mateer • April 4, 2024

Hospitality experts talk ‘glamping’ trend impact on hotels

Leaders from global design firm HKS shared what’s driving increased demand for outdoor-centric accommodations and what hotels need to know about the growing travel trend.

By Jenna Walters • March 29, 2024

Child-centered lifestyle brand Hotel Bambinee launches

With amenities for kids and a modern, stylish design for adults, the new brand aims to “deliver an experience that celebrates families” — something other lifestyle hotels don’t typically prioritize.

By Jenna Walters • March 27, 2024

US hotel RevPAR will grow 3% in 2024: CBRE

The recovery of international travel, plus heightened group and meetings business, will fuel U.S. hotel performance, particularly in urban markets.

By Noelle Mateer • March 25, 2024

Hilton debuts Sleep Retreats amid growing demand for wellness-focused travel

The retreat series will launch at a Waldorf Astoria resort in Hawaii and could expand to other markets as sleep tourism gains popularity, Hilton said.

By Noelle Mateer • March 19, 2024

Hotel bookings out of this world ahead of total solar eclipse

Increased bookings at hotels along the April eclipse’s path are forecasted to drive revenue and occupancy gains, particularly in large markets like Dallas.

By Jenna Walters • March 18, 2024

Why college towns are attractive to hoteliers

Hilton, which acquired Graduate Hotels, isn’t the only hotel group betting on college towns. Experts share the unique appeal — and challenges — of the markets.

By Noelle Mateer • March 15, 2024

Leisure travel intent remains strong despite consumer spending concerns: Deloitte

The financial services company found that consumers’ spending intentions have stayed solid for leisure travel, though travelers may make trade-offs to keep trips affordable.

By Noelle Mateer • Feb. 28, 2024