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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.

Get even more news about the business of hotels at Daily Lodging Report.

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Hotel Supply Growth May Not Be as Fast as in the Past

Truist held a conference call with JP Ford of Lodging Econometrics. They see steady year-over-year growth in supply in the US through 2025, with Marriott having the largest pipeline of rooms in the US.

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China’s Travelers Favored Singapore and Indonesia in July

If you are one of those wondering where all the Chinese travelers are, in July, most of them apparently went to Singapore.

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IHG Has a New Hotel Brand for the Middle Class

Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at IHG’s new brand, Booking Holding’s European concessions, and a JetBlue-Spirit Air timeline.

IHG Has a New Hotel Brand for the Middle Class

Daily Lodging Report

IHG Launches New Brand Garner

IHG said they expect the brand to be the leading choice for guests wanting great value stays at high-quality properties and for owners seeking higher returns in the midscale segment.

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Hyatt to Debut Its Extended-Stay Brand in Markets It Hasn’t Tapped Yet

Hyatt gave details on Wednesday about the first locations for Hyatt Studios, a brand it unveiled in April. The hotel operator will open the first Hyatt Studios just outside of Mobile, Alabama, and Marysville, California — targeting spots where its other brands aren't present. "We’ve learned that when Hyatt guests stay with a competing brand, they…

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IHG Launches 19th Hotel Brand – the Strategy Behind ‘Garner’

IHG really needs a conversion brand in the mid-market for supply and demand reasons. So this move is smart. Yet Garner falls flat with us as a name.

IHG Launches 19th Hotel Brand – the Strategy Behind ‘Garner’

Daily Lodging Report

The Women’s World Cup Hotel Booking Bounce

STR said the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 had given hotels around Australia and New Zealand a performance boost during the usually quiet winter season.

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Abu Dhabi Cuts Hotel Fees, Top GCC Wealth Funds – More Middle East Travel News 

The timing of Abu Dhabi's decision to lower government fees on hotels and their alignment with the emirate’s long-term goals reflect a strategic move to capitalize on the potential of the tourism sector and the opportunities it presents.

Abu Dhabi Cuts Hotel Fees, Top GCC Wealth Funds – More Middle East Travel News 

Daily Lodging Report

Hilton and Hyatt Get Analyst Thumbs-Up

Bernstein upped their price target on Hyatt and Hilton and maintained their Market Outperform rating on H and Market Perform rating on HLT.

Daily Lodging Report

Malaysia and Hong Kong See Significant MoM Tourism Bumps

Malaysia is on track to surpass its international tourist target with an expected 18 million visitors, while Hong Kong saw a significant MoM increase in July, driven largely by visitors from Mainland China.