Literary hotels that showcase a novel guest experience
7 stays with overflowing bookshelves, reading-ready nooks
Books transport their readers to new destinations within the pages. In turn, some hotels have taken a novel approach to providing a literary experience to guests.
Texas hospitality company grows hotel portfolio while applying lessons to restaurant strategy
New Waterloo prioritizes community-focused 'impact hospitality'
NASHVILLE, Tennessee — Fast-growing, Austin-based hospitality company New Waterloo is expanding its hotel portfolio, and that's providing some valuable lessons for its restaurant b...
5 things to know for Sept. 12
Today's headlines: UK economy stagnant in July; US population expected to shrink by 2031; Demand, rates top concerns for hotel asset managers; Hotel performance declines in US; Dalata shareholders approve €1.4 billion takeover
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5 things to know for Sept. 11
Today's headlines: US inflation rises nearly 3%; Jobless claims in US highest in four years; Hotel management exec on dip in international inbound travelers; Las Vegas rolls out self-driving taxis; Ritz-Carlton reportedly to return to Houston
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5 things to know for Sept. 10
Today's headlines: US labor data adjusted down by 911,000 jobs; French workers strike amid government collapse; Guest data shows hotels need to improve dining, maintenance; KLM cancels 100 flights; Hotels feel pressure to implement more tech
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Hotel guests expect improved dining and consistent maintenance, report shows
Room cleanliness and service are satisfactory, according to J.D. Power data
Third-party hotel management companies play an integral role in the guest experience, and taking note of what they do well and not so well in regard to guest satisfaction can aid t...
5 things to know for Sept. 9
Today's headlines: Supreme Court rules in favor of Trump administration's immigration operations; Foreign travelers spent less in US in July; Dolly Parton's Nashville hotel gets ready to perform; US workers grow more concerned about job market; Cheese attractions wheel in tourism opportunities for France
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SongTeller Hotel is Dolly Parton's love song to Nashville, general manager says
Shannon Foster shares details of the country star's latest hospitality endeavor
NASHVILLE, Tennessee — Opening a new hotel is always a major undertaking for a general manager.
5 things to know for Sept. 8
Today's headlines: Tube strikes in London disrupt city; Hotel group rebrands to represent expanded company; Hoteliers grapple with challenged hotel performance; Host offloads Washington Marriott in $128M deal; Travelers see opportunity in shoulder season
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Hospitality tech expert emphasizes importance of 'data hygiene' in age of AI
Technology requires hoteliers to overhaul digital infrastructure
NASHVILLE, Tennessee — While it might seem to some that the impact of artificial intelligence on the hospitality industry is being overstated, if anything, it's being underestimate...
JLL Hotels exec sees 'perfect recipe' for increased hotel transactions beginning later this year
Americas CEO Kevin Davis predicts 'a substantial pickup' in deal activity in 2026
When Kevin Davis, Americas CEO at JLL Hotels & Hospitality, looks into his crystal ball — powered by the recently released U.S. Hotel Investment Trends report — he sees hotel trans...
Team alignment, finding the right vendor mix should be hotel commercial strategy priorities
Experts emphasize unifying sales, revenue-management teams toward shared goals
NASHVILLE, Tennessee — If there's one thing hoteliers can do to drive growth for their commercial strategy, it's prioritize and incentivize teamwork across revenue management, sale...
Short-term rentals continue to grow supply, demand but hotels have urban market edge
Data shows larger home listings on the rise
NASHVILLE, Tennessee — For years, short-term rentals have continued to pose a threat to hotel market share thanks to the rise in popularity for booking platforms such as Airbnb and...
Stonebridge pursues 'little opportunities that add up to success' amid tighter margins for hotels
Balancing guest service, profitability becomes 'tightrope walk,' company executive Chris Cheney says in a video interview.
NASHVILLE, Tennessee — During challenging times, small wins make a big difference to your bottom line. At least, that's one thing Stonebridge Companies' Chris Cheney is seeing amid...
Host's strategy for weathering hurricane damage at its beachfront, at-risk properties
Major resilience-focused renovations shorten future recovery times
Some of the most desirable travel destinations are also the most at risk for climate disasters, and hotel owners — such as Host Hotels & Resorts — have to be strategic about how th...
Race into the AI space: Experts say hoteliers must be proactive with the new technology
How AI will transform everything from revenue management to guest service
NASHVILLE, Tennessee — As artificial intelligence continues to rise in popularity across industries, it becomes increasingly important to understand how the technology works, so ho...
New investor shares story of securing initial capital for hotel fund
Ramel Lee discusses his fundraising strategy on Next Gen in Lodging podcast
Even amid a challenged transactions market, Ramel Lee secured the initial capital for his fund's first acquisition and raised the funding before even deciding on the hotel property...
AI, growth of the middle class drive global travel industry expansion
Booking.com data finds surge in AI use in trip planning
By 2034, travel is slated to be a $16 trillion industry, and a big reason for that growth is consumer prioritization of travel.
Analysts appraise share repurchasing trend in hospitality real estate investment trusts
Buying back stock may appeal to investors but there are other factors to consider
Investors who sat in on earnings calls for hotel real estate investment trusts over the past few weeks might have heard a common theme: share repurchases. In fact, the majority of ...
Sister hotels in New Orleans offer guests different luxury stay options in historic district
Two new hotels feature uniquely designed escapes for tourists, locals
Over the past year, two boutique hotels have opened to bring modern, upscale experiences to the historic Garden District in New Orleans. Although the two hotels were opened by the ...