Yotel Hires Marriott Exec as New CEO — Exclusive
Yotel has the backing, the pipeline, and the owner pitch. Its new CEO Phil Andreopoulos is tasked with turning that into disciplined, profitable growth.
Future of Lodging
As the lines continue to blur between hotels and short-term rentals, Skift is focused on the technology and the consumer behaviors that are driving this. Follow our coverage across the wide world of lodging, from traditional hotels and motels to urban short-term rentals and traditional vacation rentals.
Motel One May Hit $1.2 Billion in Revenue After PAI’s Takeover
Motel One says it has carved out a profitable niche by leaning on design flair, prime locations, and rate discipline. New private equity money from PAI is fueling its expansion plans.
Hyatt Sees All-Inclusives Surge, May Sell a Stake in ALG Vacations
All-inclusives are carrying Hyatt’s growth story. What’s less clear is how much ownership Hyatt wants over the distribution platform that drives those bookings.
Marriott CEO Flags Wealth Divide, Government Travel Drop, More Tech Spending
Marriott's performance tells a tale of two U.S. economies. While wealthy travelers continue to book suites and upgrade their stays, budget-conscious travelers are pulling back.
Accor Goes Global With Subscription Cards to Boost Hotel Loyalty
Accor is the only major hotel group to heavily push paid subscription cards, giving guests access to discounts and perks at hotels worldwide. It's now rebranding the cards and changing some of their perks.
New World in Talks With Blackstone to Sell Some Hotel Assets
The hotel industry will be watching whether a potential sale of assets by New World Development will include a few ultra-luxury Rosewood hotels.
Why HomeToGo Bought Vacation Rental Operator Interhome for $200 Million
HomeToGo just spent over $200 million to buy Interhome, a Swiss vacation rental operator. The move may cement the brand's shift from being a consumer-facing "Kayak for vacation rentals" to more of a B2B platform.
UK Hotels Struggled Through First Half of 2025
The British hotel market isn’t in crisis. But so far this year, it's seen weaker pricing power, especially in London.
Moneyball for Hotels: How a $12 Billion Asset Management Firm Finds Value
Too often, hotels operate on gut feeling. The right data can help operators find millions in extra profit.
Hyatt Expands Loyalty Program to Cover Experiences: Exclusive
Hyatt's integration with startup Way allows loyalty members to earn and redeem points on everything from spa treatments to cabana rentals. Several hotels are already generating millions in extra revenue.