Hotel Dive

The appointment comes after Choice partnered with AWS on an enterprisewide artificial intelligence deployment and debuted a slate of AI-powered tools.

Jeff Bzdawka on why AI only works with the right data set and the importance of aligning the tech with business needs.

The spending directly impacted U.S. hotels, per a new report, though optimism among global business travelers declined in 2025 and 2026 due to geopolitical and cost concerns.

The Swedish company plans to partner with contract manufacturers to market its aluminum-based dispensing systems to U.S. hotels, particularly those that have established sustainability strategies, said CEO Victor Ljungberg.

Alongside Pyramid Global Hospitality, the joint venture’s acquisition of the Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve in Río Grande comes as global hotel investment ramps up in 2026.

Kasa Boston at Fenway will offer 47 apartment-style units and hospitality-forward amenities in what it called “one of the most high-demand” markets in the U.S.

Paul Harnedy will oversee the company’s commercial operations as it works on a long-term goal of reaching 100 hotels by 2031.

If employees at the Embassy Suites Pioneer Square authorize a strike on Friday, the union could call one at any time, even during World Cup games later this month.

The artificial intelligence chatbot aims to make it easier for travelers to find IHG hotels and book their stays.

Chris Nassetta and other Hilton leaders reveal how the new college town-focused brand was born following the 2024 acquisition of Graduate.

Leaders from Hilton, Hyatt, Accor and more discussed international travel ahead of the FIFA World Cup and how technology could impact hotel operations at NYU’s International Hospitality Investment Forum.

Barry Diller, owner of People Inc., said MGM represents a “rare kind of business: one with real world assets that AI cannot easily replicate or disintermediate and exceptional digital growth opportunities.”

At the NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum, the companies announced they now anticipate 2.8% year-over-year growth. However, geopolitical strife could threaten that outlook.

Following months of speculation, Hilton has unveiled the new upper midscale brand, a flexible, scalable complement to its Graduate offering.

The development deal with Lloyd Cos. will expand the brand’s presence across the Midwest, as momentum continues across the extended stay category.

Fertitta Entertainment is expected to acquire Caesars in a deal valued at $17.6 billion, but under a “go-shop” stipulation, the Las Vegas resort operator could pursue even better offers.

The Mews Channel Manager powered by SiteMinder brings together “pricing, distribution and performance all in one place,” said Mews Founder Richard Valtr.

The combination would bring Caesars’ iconic resort portfolio and digital gaming platform under the same roof as Fertitta’s Golden Nugget Hotels & Casinos and Landry’s restaurant brand.

While hotel booking data for the tournament is tracking below initial forecasts, analysts and hotel operators remain optimistic about a boost from the event.

During the French hotel company’s annual shareholder meeting, Bazin announced he will depart Accor no later than 2028, saying now is the time to “lay the groundwork” for succession planning.