Dubai’s Jumeirah Group exploring US hotel opportunities

Changing luxury travel demand is driving the hotel chain's expansion.

By Noelle Mateer • Dec. 15, 2023

F1’s Las Vegas Grand Prix brings $220M in revenues to area hotels: CoStar

Hotel operators MGM, Caesars and Wynn were forecasting record returns from the inaugural event.

By Jenna Graber • Dec. 15, 2023

Market Spotlight: Miami

Despite decreased year-over-year hotel performance, the market shows promise with RevPAR outpacing 2019 levels, business travel ramping up and a growing luxury pipeline.

By Jenna Graber • Dec. 13, 2023

Heightened group demand in major markets drives hotel profits: CoStar

New York City and Dallas, cities experiencing a resurgence in group travel, led U.S. hotel markets in gross operating profit and total RevPAR in October.

By Jenna Graber • Dec. 8, 2023

Hotel Tech-in: Purifying hotel room air for wellness travelers

Pure Wellness’ hypoallergenic rooms have long been popular among allergy sufferers. Now, the company’s allergy-fighting tech is gaining ground among a new group of travelers: wellness enthusiasts.

By Noelle Mateer • Nov. 30, 2023

Hyatt bets on experiential travel with Andaz marketing campaign

Guests at Andaz’s 29 global properties will have access to unique amenities at a time when leisure travelers are seeking experiential accommodations and destinations.

By Jenna Graber • Nov. 29, 2023

‘Hospitality is back’: What travelers want from hotels this holiday season

In 2023, holiday travelers are more tech-savvy, eco-conscious and loyal to brands offering deals. They’re also more likely to be baby boomers.

By Noelle Mateer • Nov. 21, 2023

Traveler ‘buoyancy’ contributes to upgraded hotel growth projections

STR and Tourism Economics raised their 2023 RevPAR and ADR growth projections and forecast continued strengthening for next year and beyond.

By Jenna Graber • Nov. 20, 2023

US hotel RevPAR to recover in 2024: CBRE

Despite declined hotel performance growth in the second half of this year, CBRE predicts rebounding revenues bolstered by improving inbound travel.

By Jenna Graber • Nov. 20, 2023

Hilton Grand Vacations bets on Vegas with luxury room openings

The vacation ownership company opened four floors of penthouses amid heightened traveler demand for luxury accommodations.

By Noelle Mateer • Nov. 14, 2023

Hotel performance growth to decelerate into 2024: PwC

Economic headwinds and geopolitical tensions are having a “downward impact” on hotel performance, which will continue through year-end and into 2024, PwC forecasts.

By Jenna Graber • Nov. 13, 2023

9 stories highlighting the burgeoning luxury and lifestyle hotel segment

From management companies to developers, hospitality players are cashing in on demand for luxury and lifestyle hotels.

By Noelle Mateer • Nov. 10, 2023

Market Spotlight: Dallas-Fort Worth

Experts say rising leisure and business travel demand is driving record performance growth and development activity in the metropolitan area.

By Jenna Graber • Nov. 9, 2023

5 ways ‘junk fee’ legislation is impacting hotels

Though hoteliers disagree over whether “resort fees” are excessive, a growing consensus has emerged around the idea that hotels should be transparent about them.

By Noelle Mateer • Nov. 3, 2023

Global business travel at near-full recovery, though challenges persist

More industry professionals traveled for in-person meetings and conferences this year than last, but tight travel budgets remain a barrier, a GBTA poll shows.

By Jenna Graber • Nov. 1, 2023

Hotels will promote ‘moments of awe’ and connection in 2024: report

Travelers will seek transformational and out-of-the-ordinary experiences, Design Hotels’ inaugural Further Forecast found.

By Michele Laufik • Oct. 30, 2023

Westin unveils wellness-focused hotel in DC

The Marriott property offers guests specialized sleeping amenities, health food options and the largest hotel fitness studio in the city.

By Noelle Mateer • Oct. 27, 2023

Hyatt leads hotel apps for guest satisfaction: J.D. Power

Hotel apps performed best in user satisfaction compared to other digital travel tools like rental car apps and airline websites.

By Jenna Graber • Oct. 19, 2023

Consumers will prioritize travel in 2024 even as COVID savings dwindle: CBRE

Despite slowing RevPAR growth, CBRE raised its 2023/2024 outlook. 

By Michele Laufik • Oct. 13, 2023

8 hotel conferences to attend in 2024

From innovative hotel marketing strategies and technology developments to staffing solutions and sustainability initiatives, there is no shortage of hospitality industry trends for hoteliers to discuss at these top hospitality events.

By Jenna Graber • Updated June 10, 2024

Hilton says ‘rest and relaxation’ biggest trend for 2024

The hotel company reported increased interest in sleep tourism, as well as growing demand for unique cultural experiences, as guests express a willingness to spend more on leisure travel.

By Noelle Mateer • Oct. 9, 2023

Is food delivery the new hotel room service?

In the wake of the pandemic, Americans grew more comfortable ordering food via mobile apps. Now, hotels are encouraging the habit by partnering with food delivery services.

By Noelle Mateer • Oct. 5, 2023

What do luxury travelers want? Great customer service.

For hotel guests, staying somewhere upscale isn’t as important as feeling comfortable and relaxed, according to research by Morning Consult.

By Noelle Mateer • Oct. 5, 2023

Double-digit growth in global hotel occupancy expected for Q4

Large-scale events such as Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour and the Rugby World Cup have contributed to boosts in occupancy and demand.

By Michele Laufik • Oct. 4, 2023

Choice, Grubhub partner to bring food delivery to 500 hotels

Guests at participating hotels will be able to order from off-premise restaurants as third-party food delivery becomes increasingly popular at hotels.

By Jenna Graber • Sept. 27, 2023