Extended-Stay Hotel Boom Gets a Reality Check
While the extended-stay hotel boom may be more of a slow burn than a supernova, hotel brands with patience and deep pockets may find the long-term rewards to be substantial.
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.
2024 Summer Olympics: Airbnb, Accor, and Air France Hope for Brand Marketing Windfall
Many industry leaders doubt Paris will enjoy an immediate tourism windfall from the Games. But Accor, Airbnb, and Air France are counting on a boost in brand awareness, with 15 million visitors and a billion viewers watching on TV.
New President of Top Hotel Union Warns of Labor Showdown: ‘We Want Increased Wages’
New union leader Gwen Mills is preparing for tough negotiations as contracts between hotel groups and about 40,000 hotel workers are set to expire.
Hyatt Snaps Up Small Lifestyle Hotel Brand in European Push
Hyatt is adding its 29th brand in a bid to add places in Germany where it hasn't had many choices for its most loyal guests. However, it also aims to reach more German guests and try to cross-sell them into all-inclusive resorts.
Blackstone Bets on UK Travel Sector with Village Hotels Takeover
The deal for the 33-hotel chain is reportedly worth $1 billion.
U.S. Hotel Performance Split: Luxury Hotels Rise as Low-End Brands Slump
Today's economic pressures are impacting consumers differently across income levels.
Hotels Race to Comply with California’s Junk Fee Laws
California's bold move is forcing all U.S. based hotels to put all their cards on the table, setting a new standard for price comparison that will likely go national. Whether this leads to more competitive pricing or simply shifts consumer costs elsewhere remains to be seen.
Minor Hotels CEO Has Ambitious Plans to Fill Portfolio Gaps
Minor, with 540 hotels, aims to solidify its position as a major player. Expect it to expand its portfolio by 200 hotels by 2026, possibly through some M&A.
Trump Pledges No More Taxes on Tips for Hotel Workers, Others
Trump said he wants to exempt tips from taxes. While all types of tipped workers could benefit, hotel housekeepers are one of the largest groups potentially affected.
LVMH to Invest in Accor’s Orient Express Brand, Casts Doubt on Louis Vuitton Hotel Rumor
LVMH will invest to help Accor breathe new life into the legendary luxury brand, leading more quickly to new Orient Express trains, hotels, and ships.