France sees a decrease in hotel occupancy rates
The trend raises concerns about the sector's recovery and future stability amid shifting travel patterns and economic pressures.
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Global hotel rate increases to ‘moderate’ in 2025 – Amex GBT
Hotel prices in key business travel cities are set to increase again in 2025 but at a slower rate than seen in previous years, according to the latest Hotel Monitor report from American Express Global Business Travel…
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Andalucía is the Spanish region with the most hotel construction and investment, new data shows…
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Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the Middle East, Africa, South Asia, and Eastern Europe, is excited to announce the appointment of Ugur Talayhan as Country Manager for Türkiye, Eastern and Central Europe, effective September…
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The Growing Popularity Of Luxury Branded Residences In London
From Six Senses to the Dorchester, exclusive names in the English capital are now offering five-star service for longer than just a holiday.
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There is no one at reception when I arrive at the hotel in a small town about 50km from Dublin, so I go to the bar and, as instructed, ask for the duty manager. “Miša, do you know where James is?” the young waiter calls to a passing colleague – in…
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Global hotel rates starting to rise ‘more moderately’
Hotel prices in key global business travel cities are now going up at a “more moderate rate” than in the previous two years, according to the latest data from accommodation booking specialist HotelHub…
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To the east of Europe, Romania is now opening up as a new destination for EU travellers, with hotel brands following the money.
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Hoxton hotels owner is betting on Americas and Middle East as it plans to open 27,000 new rooms
Ennismore, the group behind the Hoxton hotel chain, is betting on the Middle East and the Americas for its growth after warning that Europe is becoming “challenging” for hotel development.
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One Blackpool hotel group told me in 12 months they paid £800k in commissions to Booking.com
Hoteliers and B&B owners have raised concerns over the business practices of Booking.com in Blackpool…
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Travalyst introduces list to standardise sustainable hotel certification
Travalyst, the not-for-profit coalition of travel tech providers, has launched a list of 49 sustainable accommodation certification schemes that comply with a set of criteria aimed at improving industry alignment and credibility…
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UK serviced apartments: Investment and pipeline stay strong
Investment in serviced apartments is on the rise, with the UK market proving particularly attractive. In a ranking of 26 real estate sectors, serviced apartments climbed from 16th place in 2022 to ninth position in 2024, according to the Emerging…
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InterGlobe forays into international hospitality
InterGlobe Enterprises recently announced the launch of Miiro, a new lifestyle hotel brand with a distinctive collection of individually designed hotels in the heart of Europe’s most vibrant cities, each with its unique culture, history, and…
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Wanderlust: Upcoming investments in Romania’s luxury hotels
Recent news underlined that by 2028, Romania was set to inaugurate 13 new five-star hotels, including prestigious brands such as Mondrian, Hyatt, and Kempinski. According to Mordor Intelligence, the Romanian hospitality industry is constantly…
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Auberge Resorts Collection names new CEO
Christian Clerc has been named president and CEO of Auberge Resorts Collection. Clerc succeeds former president and CEO Craig Reid, who is retiring after 10 years at the helm of the company. Clerc's appointment is effective Sept…
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Strawberry Launch New Hotel Chain Stopover
Next year, the first of around 20 hotels in the new Stopover hotel chain will open. These climate-smart hotels focus on electric vehicle travelers and, in addition to a comfortable bed, digital and efficient guest solutions, also offer exciting…
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Northern Ireland luxury hotel chosen to host prestigious global hospitality awards
Northern Ireland’s renowned Galgorm has been selected to host the World Luxury Awards 2024. The prestigious event will take place on October 19, 2024, with a second ceremony at Ayana Resort & Spa in Bali on October 16…
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Clarion Hotel opens a city hotel in the heart of Helsinki
In the 1930s, Finland's construction expertise gathered to create their new headquarters. As the business grew and developed, so did the building. In the early 2000s, needs had changed, and the property began its transformation into a hotel. In the…
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