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Articles tagged “budget hotels”

Coronavirus

What’s Going On With Oyo, 10 Months Into the Pandemic

Oyo and its founder have long been accused of being heavy on spin even though all acknowledge that the hotel chain has been a category creator. This interview is excellent because Agarwal faced tough questioning. We know a politician who would have walked out.

Dennis Schaal, Skift | 4 years ago

Online Travel

Making More Affordable Software for the World’s Independent Hotels

We like to say there's always a way to create your own white space. HotelRunner is a startup looking at the crowded hospitality sector in fresh ways. Think the budget model of EasyJet or AirAsia, but for a hotel tech stack.

Sean O'Neill, Skift | 4 years ago

Making More Affordable Software for the World’s Independent Hotels

Hotels

Travel Megatrends 2020: Smart Design Isn’t Just for Luxe Travel Anymore

There is no turning back on the transformation of low-budget hotels from the “uncategorized” class into a legitimate segment of the global hotel industry. Future technology and the rise of Gen Z will further fuel innovation and change in the design of economy accommodations — especially in Asia.

Raini Hamdi, Skift | 4 years ago

Travel Megatrends 2020: Smart Design Isn’t Just for Luxe Travel Anymore

Hotels

Best Western: A Hotels Anomaly Ripe for Change

Best Western's unique longstanding model gives much power to its member hotels. But as changes quickly alter the industry's landscape, can the chain still compete effectively under the old ways?

Nancy Trejos, Skift | 4 years ago

Best Western: A Hotels Anomaly Ripe for Change

Hotels

Oyo CEO Defends Business Practices That Anger Some Hoteliers

If you were thinking after a tumultuous last few months that a reformed Oyo would emerge, then guess again. The hotel chain is giving little ground on the basics of its business model, although it vows to get better on the execution of it all.

Dennis Schaal, Skift | 4 years ago

Oyo CEO Defends Business Practices That Anger Some Hoteliers

Hotels

Oyo’s Global Downsizing Hits U.S. as One-Third of Staff Is Fired in Biz Model Shift

If the cliché "no pain, no gain" applies to disruptor Oyo, then the chain is clearly in the pain part of that equation. The brand has definitely taken a huge reputational hit that will play out for months. There are certainly positives in Oyo's renewed value proposition to many properties if the chain doesn't trip over itself.

Dennis Schaal , Skift | 4 years ago

Oyo’s Global Downsizing Hits U.S. as One-Third of Staff Is Fired in Biz Model Shift

Hotels

All of Oyo’s Brands Explained: New Skift Research

Oyo's multi-brand strategy speaks to its ambition to expand out of the budget category it started in. For now most of these brands are concentrated in India, which serves as a test market for Oyo. It will be interesting to watch how these regional offerings fare and evolve to fit into foreign markets.

Seth Borko and Danni Santana, Skift Research | 5 years ago

All of Oyo’s Brands Explained: New Skift Research

Announcements

Wyndham Is Expanding Overseas With Biggest Gains in Southeast Asia

Wyndham Hotels and Resorts took drastic measures last year, buying La Quinta Holdings and splitting from its parent company. It had a mixed third quarter, but the company promises to keep pushing into new territory, especially outside the U.S.

Nancy Trejos, Skift | 5 years ago

Wyndham Is Expanding Overseas With Biggest Gains in Southeast Asia

Hotels

An In-Depth Look at Hotel Chain Oyo’s Financials and Strategy: New Skift Research

Oyo promises a new type of hotel company. It’s an asset-light brand that seeks to connect the global long tail of mom-and-pop hotels through its tech and distribution platform. But can it live up to the hype? Skift Research dives deep into Oyo’s business strategy and financial performance.

Seth Borko, Skift Research | 5 years ago

An In-Depth Look at Hotel Chain Oyo’s Financials and Strategy: New Skift Research

Hotels

Budget Hotel Chain Oyo Continues Meteoric Growth With Vegas Hooters Acquisition

Oyo is opening, on average, one new hotel per day. It should be available in all 50 U.S. states in no time.

Danni Santana, Skift | 5 years ago

Budget Hotel Chain Oyo Continues Meteoric Growth With Vegas Hooters Acquisition