13 Febbraio 2026

• Construction Officially Begins on The Chambray in Historic Downtown Roswell
  13 Febbraio 2026
  City leaders, developers and community partners gathered in downtown Roswell yesterday to celebrate the groundbreaking of The Chambray. Set to welcome its first guests in Summer 2027, The Chambray is a 125-key boutique hotel developed by DSM Real Estate Partners and Stafford Development Company and operated by The Indigo Road Hospitality Group (IRHG).
• 2025 Holiday Crown: Lumina Resort Wins Instagram Christmas Tree Contest
  13 Febbraio 2026
  The holiday spirit was on full display this season as hotels across the globe competed in Lodging Interactive’s fourth annual Instagram Hotel Christmas Tree Competition. While the leaderboard remained tight until the final hours, Lumina Resort in Wrightsville ultimately secured the top spot in our mission to support local hotel charities.
• The Hospitality of the Future: Innovation, Data, and the Human Face of Technology
  13 Febbraio 2026
  Shiji, the global leader in hospitality technology, and the National Association of Hotel Chains (ANCH) held the IT Assembly at Shiji’s offices: Technology Trends in Hospitality 2026. The event, supported by global leaders such as Amadeus, Adyen, AWS, and Ubicua Soluciones, brought together the industry’s top technology executives to chart the course of digital transformation in Mexico.
• New Report: Hotels Are $12 Billion Economic Engine in Honolulu
  13 Febbraio 2026
  A new ⁠economic impact report released today by the American Hotel & Lodging Association and the Hawai’i Hotel Alliance details the Honolulu hotel industry’s far-reaching economic impact and reinforces its role as a powerful engine for growth and opportunity. The study, conducted by Oxford Economic, found that Honolulu hotel operations and visitor spending generate $12 billion in economic activity, support 63,912 jobs, and contribute $1.9 billion in federal, state, and local tax revenue.
• Inns of Aurora Resort & Spa Unveils The Farmhouse, Its First Five Star Accommodation
  13 Febbraio 2026
  Inns of Aurora Resort & Spa, the acclaimed lakeside retreat in the village of Aurora, New York, has opened the Farmhouse, its most luxurious and wellness-forward accommodation to date. Originally built in 1835 and fully reimagined by global design firm Hart Howerton, whom previously designed the property’s spa, the Farmhouse is a meticulous restoration that honors the building’s character and craftsmanship. Complementing the heritage structure, a thoughtfully designed contemporary addition was introduced to house modern suites designed with the outdoors in mind. As the sixth addition to the resort’s collection of impeccable inns, the Farmhouse blends the relaxed pace of bucolic living with refined design and immersive renewal experiences, marking the next chapter of luxury hospitality in the Finger Lakes.
• Minor Hotels to Enter Croatia with Anantara Adriatic Istria Resort
  13 Febbraio 2026
  Minor Hotels has also signed a management agreement with MK Group for Adriatic Istria Resort in Savudrija, marking the group’s debut in Croatia and further strengthening its presence along the Adriatic. The property will come under Minor Hotels management from 12 February 2026 and will reopen for the 2026 season in late March, before undergoing a full refurbishment.
• Minor Hotels to Debut in Slovenia with Hotel Palace Portorož, Minor Reserve Collection
  13 Febbraio 2026
  Minor Hotels, a leading global hotel owner and operator, has signed a management agreement with MK Group for Hotel Palace Portorož in Slovenia, marking the group’s debut in the country and expansion along Europe’s Adriatic coast. From 12 February 2026, the property will be operated by Minor Hotels and will reopen for the 2026 season in late March, ahead of an extensive refurbishment.
• Iconic Mauna Kea Beach Hotel Debuts $180+ Million Resort Transformation on Hawaii Island
  13 Febbraio 2026
  Hawaii Island’s first resort, the iconic Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, originally envisioned by Laurance S. Rockefeller, proudly unveils its $180+ million, multi-phased renovation representing the most extensive transformation in the property’s 60-year history. An Autograph Collection hotel and part of the expansive Mauna Kea Resort—which also includes The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort and Mauna Kea Residences—the reimagined Mauna Kea Beach Hotel is now fully open to welcome both returning and first-time guests, carrying forward Rockefeller’s vision of harmonizing world-class hospitality with Hawai’i’s natural beauty, cultural heritage, and environmental stewardship.
• Introducing Alila Mayakoba: A Soulful Luxury Retreat on Mexico’s Riviera Maya
  13 Febbraio 2026
  Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) and RLH Properties today announced the opening of Alila Mayakoba, a luxury retreat rooted in nature and wellbeing on Mexico’s Riviera Maya, marking a milestone moment for the Alila brand globally as it debuts in Latin America and the Caribbean through one of the brand’s most fully realized resort expressions. Defined by Alila’s place-led approach to hospitality, with wellbeing at its core, Alila Mayakoba brings the brand’s core principles to life through architecture open to nature, living Mayan traditions, and an intentionally crafted guest journey.
• Marriott International’s Asia Pacific Excluding China Region Reports Exceptional Growth and Development Momentum in 2025
  13 Febbraio 2026
  Marriott International, Inc., today announced that its Asia Pacific excluding China (APEC) region delivered another outstanding year of growth and strategic expansion in 2025, marking the region’s third consecutive year of record-breaking development activity. The performance reflects strong intra-region travel demand and continued confidence from owners and developers across diverse markets.
• Crystal Cove Welcomes a New Era of Indie-Spirited Island Escapes as the First Tribute Portfolio All‑Inclusive Resort
  13 Febbraio 2026
  Crystal Cove, Barbados, A Tribute Portfolio All-Inclusive Resort, has officially opened on Barbados’ celebrated West Coast, introducing an energizing new take on beachfront leisure. The first all-inclusive resort within the Tribute Portfolio, the 88-room resort offers a fresh take on island living, where spontaneous moments, meaningful connections and effortless relaxation define the experience.
• U.S. hotel results for week ending 7 February
  13 Febbraio 2026
  The U.S. hotel industry reported positive year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through 7 February. CoStar is a leading global provider of online real estate marketplaces, information and analytics in the property markets.
• Residence Inn by Marriott Expands Its Portfolio in Costa Rica with a New Opening in El Coyol
  13 Febbraio 2026
  Residence Inn by Marriott®, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of more than 30 extraordinary hotel brands, announces the opening of its new property in El Coyol, Alajuela, Costa Rica. The hotel is designed for travelers seeking to feel at home during extended stays without sacrificing comfort, functionality, and contemporary design.
• Hyatt Announces Plans for Andaz Heber Valley, the Brand’s First Mountain Destination
  13 Febbraio 2026
  Hyatt Hotels Corporation today announced plans for Andaz Heber Valley, which will mark the debut of the first-ever mountain Andaz hotel and the brand’s entry into Utah’s Heber Valley, an area celebrated for its natural integrity, outdoor adventure and year-round appeal. Developed by Angstrom Development Group, this project will be situated within The Slope, a larger lifestyle mixed-use community masterplan.
• After Remington: Jason Reader, COO of Davidson Hospitality Group, talks Leadership and Balance
  13 Febbraio 2026
  In this “Not Done” episode, Sloan Dean reconnects with former colleague Jason Reader, now COO of Davidson Hospitality, to discuss Jason’s move from Remington, Davidson’s post recapitalisation operating focus, and the realities of leading large hotel portfolios through a tough budgeting cycle. Jason describes joining Davidson as a culture and opportunity decision rather than an active job search, and he frames 2026 as challenging but potentially better than current sentiment, citing encouraging group pace. They explore how third party hotel management has become increasingly commoditised, why racing to the lowest fee undermines talent and performance, and how Davidson differentiates through discipline, vertical specialisation, and above property support, particularly in food and beverage. The conversation also covers leadership philosophy (psychological safety over fear and micromanagement), practical margin expansion through total revenue and ROI projects, and a measured view of AI as...
• Europe (Finally) Opens Its Eyes to Tourism
  13 Febbraio 2026
  A shift in awareness is underway in Brussels: tourism must now be treated as a fully fledged public policy area, on par with mobility, industry or energy, rather than as a mere lever of attractiveness or a peripheral issue.
• Hospitality Construction: Trends and Challenges for the Future
  13 Febbraio 2026
  I am not a construction guy. I know some construction content from a managerial perspective but enough to either get me into trouble or keep me out of it. From a business perspective not every hospitality decision maker is a construction and or renovation expert. However, I suggest that managers, general managers, and departmental division heads would benefit from some knowledge of construction practices.
• Explorar Hotels & Resorts unveils guest experience with Shiji’s Daylight PMS
  12 Febbraio 2026
  Shiji, the global leader in hospitality technology, announced today that Explorar Hotels & Resorts in Koh Samui and Koh Phangan has implemented Shiji’s unified platform, integrating Daylight PMS, Meridian Experiences, Stellaris Digital, Infrasys POS and Reviewpro Reputation. This fully integrated ecosystem enables a seamless, mobile-first guest experience across all properties, ensuring systems, teams, and operations work together in real time, delivering personalized, effortless, and fully connected guest journeys.
• Growth without limits? The case of Revo Hospitality
  12 Febbraio 2026
  The rise and rapid expansion of Revo HospitalityThese days, we can witness the downfall of Europe’s largest white‑label hotel operator, entering insolvency under self‑administration in January 2026. Revo Hospitality (previously known as HR Group) is a major European hotel operator founded in 2008 in Germany. It became the continent’s largest white-label/third-party operator, managing properties under both its own brands and major international chains (e.g., Hilton, Marriott, Accor, Wyndham, IHG). Its own labels cover Vagabond Club, Hyperion, Aedenlife.‑label / third‑party operator, managing properties under both its own brands and Revo Hospitality expanded from around 50 hotels in 2020 to approximately 250 hotels by 2025, operating across 12 European countries and 135 cities under a mix of its own brands and major franchise partnerships. Such growth is rapid, perhaps undeniably too rapid.
• Using technology to increase visibility and customer loyalty for meetings and events at a new hotel property
  12 Febbraio 2026
  In a city like Barcelona, visibility is everything. That was the challenge facing InterContinental Barcelona, a luxury five-star hotel in the heart of the city’s bustling Montjuïc district. Despite its elegant spaces, high-end service, and proximity to key cultural and business hubs, the hotel needed a better way to rise above the noise and capture the attention of meeting and event planners around the globe.
• Leadership without limits: Redefining career growth in hospitality
  12 Febbraio 2026
  In this episode of Hotel Moment, Revinate CMO, Karen Stephens, sits down with Rachel Humphrey — Founder and Chair of the Women in Hospitality Leadership Alliance, co-founder of the award-winning Personal Stories podcast, and former executive leader at AAHOA — to explore what leadership really looks like in hospitality today.
• Radisson Hotel Group and Amadeus launch direct API connectivity to modernize hotel distribution
  12 Febbraio 2026
  Radisson Hotel Group and Amadeus provide a new benchmark in travel distribution, delivering faster, smarter, and more reliable access to the Group’s booking platform.
• Australian Open drove Melbourne hotel room rates to January record
  12 Febbraio 2026
  Boosted by the Australian Open, Melbourne’s hotel industry posted its highest January average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room (RevPAR) on record, according preliminary data from CoStar, a leading global provider of online real estate marketplaces, information, and analytics in the property markets.
• Saudi Arabia and Egypt Drive Middle East Hotel Pipeline to Record High of 710 Projects in Q4 2025
  12 Febbraio 2026
  The Q4 2025 Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report for the Middle East from Lodging Econometrics (LE) states that at the close of the fourth quarter, the region’s total pipeline stands at a record-high 710 projects/176,402 rooms. The region shows robust growth with a 15% year-over-year (YOY) increase in projects and a 13% YOY rise in rooms.
• Cologne hotel performance jumped in January
  12 Febbraio 2026
  Helped by several events, Cologne’s hotel industry posted substantial year-over-year growth in January, according to preliminary data from CoStar, a leading global provider of commercial real estate data, analytics and news.