Hotel News

Extensive coverage of news stories specifically curated for travel industry professionals seeking to stay informed about the latest developments, trends, and opportunities in the global hotel sector. The archive provides a comprehensive overview of the industry, covering various aspects of hotel management, operations, guest experience, and marketing. In-depth analysis and expert opinions are presented by Skift editors and contributors, examining the challenges and opportunities faced by hoteliers in different regions and market segments. The archive also highlights the influence of global events, regulations, and changing traveler preferences on the industry.

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Announcements

Skift’s Top 12 Travel Research Reports of 2023

Did you miss some of our Skift Research reports during a busy year? Have no fear! We've gone back and hand-picked our favorite 12 must-read reports for the year.

Seth Borko | 3 days ago

Hotels

Tommy Bahama Brings Beach Vibes to Its First Hotel

If you like to walk through the hotel lobby in your Hawaiian shirt and swim trunks, you might will feel self-conscious at The Ritz-Carlton. But maybe not at a Tommy Bahama property.

Sean O'Neill | 1 week ago

Daily Lodging Report

Hyatt Unveils Luxury Development Pipeline

Hyatt shared its strong development pipeline of more than 35 planned luxury hotels and resorts globally through 2025 across the Park Hyatt, Grand Hyatt, Miraval, Alilia, Andaz, Thompson Hotels, and The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brands.

1 week ago

Daily Lodging Report

Mandarin Oriental Unveils Three Resorts in Japan

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group will have three unique resorts in Setouchi, a coastal area in Japan’s southern archipelago.

1 week ago

Hotels

Choice Hotels Has Talked to Investors With 40% of Wyndham Shares

Wyndham didn't say it had returned to the deal talks with Choice Hotels last week, but Choice says it did. Choice is also wooing many of Wyndham's key investors. The saga is getting more intense.

Sean O'Neill | 1 week ago

Daily Lodging Report

Major Brands Acquiring Key Properties

IHG Hotels & Resorts announced the opening of the first Garner hotel less than three months after the midscale conversion brand’s launch.

1 week ago

Daily Lodging Report

IHG’s Holiday Inn Resorts and Express Surpasses Milestones

IHG is introducing a new Holiday Inn Resort in Maharashtra, India, for 2027 and announced significant growth of their Holiday Inn Express brand in Greater China.

1 week ago

Hotels

Accor Faces ‘Junk Fee’ Suit

A junk fee reckoning is underway. Accor has joined Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt in changing their disclosure policies this year.

Sean O'Neill | 1 week ago

Daily Lodging Report

Wyndham’s Board Tells Shareholders to Reject Choice

As expected, Wyndham’s Board of Directors unanimously determined the unsolicited exchange offer from Choice Hotels to acquire WH is not in the best interests of shareholders.

1 week ago

Daily Lodging Report

The Peninsula’s Parent Company Seeks a New CEO

The operators of The Peninsula Hotels announced Mr. Clement Kwok will be stepping down as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the company with effect from October 31, 2024.

2 weeks ago