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.

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Ritz Carlton in Saudi Set to Be Most Expensive Hotel in the Middle East

Twice the price of The Plaza, more than the Maldives and outdoing Dubai, Saudi Arabia means business with its luxury hotel expansion.

Ritz Carlton in Saudi Set to Be Most Expensive Hotel in the Middle East

Hotels

The Man Who Built Marriott in Dubai, Guido De Wilde, Comes Out of Retirement

Guido De Wilde is one of the great architects of Dubai hospitality, and now he's back.

The Man Who Built Marriott in Dubai, Guido De Wilde, Comes Out of Retirement

Hotels

Hilton Buys Graduate Hotels Brand in $210 Million Deal

The hotel behemoth Hilton is acquiring the hip, localized Graduate Hotels brand for a cool $210 million. The boutique chain has rapidly expanded to 33 properties clustered around universities in the U.S. and U.K.

Hilton Buys Graduate Hotels Brand in $210 Million Deal

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Oyo Gets Boost for Program to Aid New Hotel Owners – India Report

Oyo launched an accelerator program last year to support first-generation hoteliers. The credit facility boosts India's hospitality industry.

Oyo Gets Boost for Program to Aid New Hotel Owners – India Report

Daily Lodging Report

Hotel Job Growth Slows Down

While U.S. unemployment remains below 4%, employment growth has been slowing and hotel job openings have also slowed. Wage growth outpaced inflation, but RevPAR contracted again in January.

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Taylor Swift Concerts Break Hotel Records in Australia

In February 2024, Sydney and Melbourne, Australia, experienced record hotel occupancy and rates, attributed to Taylor Swift's Eras tour, with significant yearly increases in occupancy, average daily rates, and revenue per available room.

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Rosewood Talks Its Global Pipeline

The Rosewood Hotel Group is set to expand its global presence and enhance its portfolio, which currently includes 48 properties across 23 countries, with new openings in Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and the Americas, alongside growing its residential business.

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Aman Dubai Could Be City’s Priciest Hotel: See How it Compares

Aman Dubai is scheduled to open in 2027, and wants to shake up the city as Aman did in New York.

Aman Dubai Could Be City’s Priciest Hotel: See How it Compares

Daily Lodging Report

Accor Buys Back Some Shares from Jinjiang

Accor announced a share repurchase agreement was reached to buy back a block of seven million of its own shares as part of the €400 million share buyback program of Accor for 2024.

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Choice Hotels Ends Bid to Acquire Wyndham

The market liked this conclusion: both companies’ stock prices rose, with Choice Hotels up 6% and Wyndham Hotels 2%, indicating investor relief – or strategic reassessment.

Choice Hotels Ends Bid to Acquire Wyndham