Hospitality industry reacts to NYC mayor’s ban on hotel junk fees

The Hotel Association of New York and the Hotel and Gaming Trades Council supported Zorhan Mamdani’s final ruling, which will take effect Feb. 21.

By Jenna Graber • Jan. 23, 2026

Mews lands $300M investment to deepen focus on AI

Valuing the hospitality technology provider at $2.5 billion, the Series D capital raise is the largest funding round ever in hospitality software, the Amsterdam-based company claims.

By Lara Ewen • Jan. 23, 2026

Peregrine Hospitality appoints chief operating officer

Heather Stege's appointment is part of a wider C-suite expansion following the company's rebrand last year.

By Jenna Graber • Jan. 22, 2026

Key full-year US hotel metrics fall for first time since 2020

In 2025, occupancy and RevPAR both saw declines, while ADR rose, according to data from CoStar. Las Vegas saw the steepest year-over-year RevPAR declines among the top 25 markets. 

By Lara Ewen • Jan. 22, 2026

Choice Hotels hones in on value in latest global marketing campaign

Featuring entertainer Keegan-Michael Key, the ad spots highlight how Choice offers guests unique experiences and more value across its brand portfolio.

By Jenna Graber • Jan. 21, 2026

Las Vegas Rio Hotel and Casino workers avert strike

A group of 62 workers secured a 15% wage hike and increased workplace protections through a four-year deal with the Dreamscape-owned property.

By Lara Ewen • Jan. 20, 2026

IHG names Mark Sergot chief development officer for the Americas

With the appointment, IHG fills a vacant role as it plots growth across its luxury and lifestyle, premium, essentials and suites portfolios in the region.

By Jenna Graber • Jan. 16, 2026

Soho House secures new funding in go-private deal

After a previous funding commitment failed, Soho House has secured $200 million in alternative financing and expects to close the merger this month.

By Lara Ewen • Jan. 16, 2026

Kasa enters into a strategic combination with Mint House

The apart-hotel company will integrate Mint House’s portfolio of residential hospitality units through a deal that illustrates “the alternative accommodations sector is maturing,” Kasa’s CEO shares.

By Jenna Graber • Jan. 14, 2026

IHG taps McDonald’s VP to guide artificial intelligence strategy

With deep technology expertise and franchise understanding, Wei Manfredi joins IHG as senior vice president of AI and architecture.

By Jenna Graber • Jan. 14, 2026

Wynn Resorts taps new CFO

Company veteran Craig Fullalove will replace Julie Cameron-Doe, who is headed for retirement at midyear.

By Jenna Graber • Jan. 13, 2026

Sonesta appoints co-CEOs to succeed John Murray

Keith Pierce and Jeff Leer will take over at the helm of the hotel company to steward its next phase of growth.

By Jenna Graber • Jan. 13, 2026

St. Regis Houston hotel sold, will convert under The Luxury Collection

The buyer, Saddlebrook Equity and Management, will renovate and rename the property The Houston Grand Hotel — River Oaks while maintaining its global affiliation with Marriott.

By Lara Ewen • Jan. 13, 2026

Marriott appoints new executives as leadership shuffle continues

The company is filling roles set to be vacated by two long-time leaders bound for retirement in March.

By Jenna Graber • Jan. 12, 2026

Government shutdown caused $6.1B loss in travel, related sectors

The U.S. saw an average of about 88,000 fewer trips per day and direct trip-related losses of $2.7 billion, according to research from U.S. Travel and Tourism Economics.

By Lara Ewen • Jan. 9, 2026

US lodging industry to see slow, stable growth in 2026: report

Supply is projected to outpace demand, while a slight recovery in RevPAR points to a steadier path ahead, according to a PwC forecast.

By Lara Ewen • Jan. 9, 2026

Soho House go-private deal in jeopardy after MCR funding failure

The parties are pursuing other funding paths after MCR said it would not be able to meet its previously agreed upon closing commitment, per an SEC filing.

By Jenna Graber • Jan. 8, 2026

Loews Hotels appoints chief commercial officer

Kristie Goshow will lead Loews’ commercial strategy after most recently holding the same title at Peregrine Hospitality.

By Jenna Graber • Jan. 7, 2026

Hilton cuts ties with a Minnesota Hampton Inn after DHS debacle

The independently owned franchise hotel in Lakeville allegedly refused to accommodate ICE officers, leading DHS to accuse Hilton of a “coordinated campaign” against the agency.

By Jenna Graber • Jan. 7, 2026

Gencom reacquires majority stake in Miami’s Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove

The deal aligns with the investment firm’s strategy to purchase “high-quality assets in markets with strong fundamentals,” per Founder Karim Alibhai.

By Jenna Graber • Jan. 6, 2026

How humanoid, AI-powered agents are reshaping hotel operations

The technology can be a strategic way for hoteliers to enhance guest satisfaction and remain competitive in a rapidly evolving hospitality landscape, writes the founder of a robotics company. 

By Filip Linek • Jan. 6, 2026

Hyatt completes $2B sale of Playa Hotels & Resorts real estate

After acquiring the all-inclusive portfolio last year, Hyatt has offloaded the properties to Tortuga Resorts and an unnamed third-party buyer as it furthers its asset-light strategy.

By Jenna Graber • Jan. 5, 2026

Top hospitality industry executive appointments of Q4 2025

Hyatt, Sonesta and others named new C-suite leaders in the last months of the year to drive operational changes, portfolio growth and brand strategy.

By Jenna Graber • Jan. 5, 2026

Apple Hospitality buys Nashville Motto by Hilton for $98M

The 260-key Motto by Hilton Nashville Downtown is within walking distance of multiple popular attractions in the area.

By Lara Ewen • Dec. 23, 2025

Marriott Vacations companies settle EEOC claim they revoked employee’s Sabbath accommodation

The former worker, a Seventh-Day Adventist, had received Saturdays off until a change in management ended the religious accommodation, according to the agency.

By Emilie Shumway • Dec. 19, 2025