19 Febbraio 2026

• Your rate doesn’t matter. Your ADR has feelings. The market doesn’t.
  18 Febbraio 2026
  You want to change your commercial outcome? You need to change the way you think!
• Global Hotel Pipeline Reaches Record High—Luxury and Upper Upscale Chain Scales, and Conversions Reach Historic Milestones at Q4 2025 Close
  18 Febbraio 2026
  The Q4 2025 Global Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE) reveals that the global hotel construction pipeline reached a new all-time high project count with 15,922 projects/2,437,354 rooms, a 1% increase in projects year-over-year (YOY).
• IHCL Announces the Signing of a SeleQtions in Devanahalli, Bengaluru
  18 Febbraio 2026
  The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a SeleQtions hotel in Devanahalli, Bengaluru, a conversion of a standalone resort with expansion of inventory to 115 keys.
• This Could Be the Most Expensive Phrase in Business
  18 Febbraio 2026
  This article answers the question: What phrase may be the most expensive to use in business, and why?
• Latest WTTC research shows that at least £14 billion would be lost from the UK economy if daily visitor taxes are introduced
  18 Febbraio 2026
  The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), which represents the private sector in the Travel & Tourism industry, has published new research which highlights the damage that would be done to the UK economy if new visitor levies are introduced.
• How Agentic AI Is Driving the Property Operating System in Hotels
  18 Febbraio 2026
  For more than a decade, much of hospitality technology strategy has centred on expanding proptech portfolios. Hotels invested in point solutions, piloted new tools, and layered integrations across increasingly complex stacks. That approach delivered meaningful gains. However, it did not fully redesign decision-making across systems.
• LivAway Suites® Opens First Texas Location in San Marcos, Marking Launch of Statewide Expansion
  18 Febbraio 2026
  LivAway Suites®, one of the nation’s fastest growing extended stay hotel brands, today announced the opening of its San Marcos, Texas location, the company’s first hotel in the state and the first of many planned across Texas.
• AWH Partners Acquires All-Suite Hotel Trio in Sonoma County
  18 Febbraio 2026
  AWH Partners announced today the acquisition of the Hotel Trio Healdsburg, a 122-key, all-suite hotel in the heart of Sonoma wine country. Since opening in 2018, the soft-branded Residence Inn has distinguished itself as the only Marriott-branded property in northern Sonoma and the second largest hotel in Healdsburg, one of the region’s most sought-after leisure destinations.
• Costa Rica’s Peninsula Papagayo to Unveil Second Oceanfront Andaz Residences Neighborhood near Andaz Peninsula Papagayo
  18 Febbraio 2026
  Peninsula Papagayo today announced plans for a second oceanfront collection of Andaz Residences, following the debut of its initial phase in 2023. The new neighborhood near Andaz Peninsula Papagayo will feature 35 thoughtfully curated residences in two-, three-, and four-bedroom floor plans with elevated amenities and finishes. Early commitments from existing owners have already been secured ahead of the public release, a reflection of the neighborhood’s resonance and the Andaz brand’s appeal.
• Sonesta Opens 29 Organic Properties in H2 2025
  18 Febbraio 2026
  Sonesta International Hotels (Sonesta), the 8th largest hotel company in the US, today announced the successful opening of 29 new properties during the second half of 2025, showcasing Sonesta’s global expansion and continued growth strategy.
• Ruby Group Expands Its Italian Presence with a New Ruby Hotels Signing in Milan
  18 Febbraio 2026
  Ruby Group continues to grow its presence in Italy with a new Ruby Hotels project in Milan. Following successful openings in Florence and Rome, the upcoming Ruby hotel marks the group’s third location in the Italian market. Located in the vibrant Isola district, the hotel brings the brand’s Lean Luxury philosophy to one of Europe’s most influential lifestyle destinations. The hotel will feature 128 rooms and reflect Milan’s distinctive urban energy. The project is being developed in partnership with landlord Kervis SGR S.p.A.
• The Webster Launches: New Lifestyle Hotel Brand Debuts in London This July & New York This Winter — Bookings Now Open
  18 Febbraio 2026
  The Webster, a new design-forward lifestyle hotel brand, announces its official debut with the opening of The Webster Covent Garden, London in July 2026, followed by The Webster Times Square, New York in Winter 2026. Designed for the culturally curious traveler, The Webster blends thoughtful design, engaging programming, and dynamic social spaces to create a distinctly immersive urban stay in two of the world’s most inspiring creative capitals.
• Grupo Brisas Officially Inaugurates Las Brisas Mérida, Strengthening Its Presence in Southeastern Mexico
  18 Febbraio 2026
  Grupo Brisas officially inaugurated Las Brisas Mérida, its newest property in Mexico, reinforcing its growth strategy and expanding its presence in one of the country’s most dynamic tourism and economic regions.
• Mountain Valley Lodge To Undergo Comprehensive Renovation and Conversion to Hampton by Hilton Hailey Sun Valley
  18 Febbraio 2026
  Effective Monday, February 17, 2026, the Mountain Valley Lodge located in Hailey, Idaho, will temporarily close to undergo a comprehensive renovation and conversion to Hampton by Hilton Hailey Sun Valley. The transformation represents a significant investment in the Wood River Valley and reinforces the company’s commitment to enhancing the region’s hospitality offerings.
• Hyatt Announces Thomas J. Pritzker Retires as Executive Chairman and Will Not Seek Re-Election to Board of Directors; Mark S. Hoplamazian Assumes Combined Role of Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer
  18 Febbraio 2026
  Hyatt Hotels Corporation ("Hyatt," "the Company," "we," "us," or "our") (NYSE: H) today announced that Thomas J. Pritzker, Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors, has informed the Board that he will retire as Executive Chairman, effective immediately, and will not seek re-election to the Board of Directors at Hyatt’s upcoming Annual Meeting of Stockholders in May.
• Hotel groups miss out 20% of guests due to data silos, new Ireckonu data shows
  18 Febbraio 2026
  Ireckonu, a leading hospitality middleware and Customer Data Platform (CDP) provider for hotel groups, has reported today that siloed guest data across hotel operational areas (including restaurants, spas, golf facilities, and other auxiliary outlets) is preventing hotel groups from capturing up to 20% of opportunities to re-engage guests, improve recognition, and ultimately drive stronger loyalty and revenue growth.
• Himalayan Hideaway Resort Pokhara, The Centara Collection, Celebrates Grand Opening with Distinguished Tourism Leaders
  18 Febbraio 2026
  Himalayan Hideaway Resort Pokhara, The Centara Collection, celebrated its grand opening on 6th February 2026 with a ceremony attended by senior leaders from the tourism and hospitality sector, industry partners, and media. Located just 35 minutes from Pokhara, Centara’s debut property in Nepal seamlessly blends the beauty of the surrounding mountains with authentic local heritage and Thai-inspired hospitality, revealing a side of the destination beyond its iconic Lakeside.
• HFTP Appoints Lyle Worthington, HFTP Global Past President, as 2026 EU Operations Advisor
  18 Febbraio 2026
  Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals Association (HFTP®) is pleased to announce the appointment of Lyle Worthington, CHTP, as its 2026 EU Operations Advisor. A seasoned industry leader and founder of Worthington Consulting, Worthington brings decades of technology strategy and operational expertise to this pivotal role.
• What You Must Take Away from Marriott-Google AI Direct Booking
  18 Febbraio 2026
  When Marriott CEO Anthony Capuano announced a direct-booking integration with Google’s AI Mode in February 2026, he framed it as a strategic win. However, to understand how this actually pans out, you must look past the press release. This isn’t just a new feature; it is a total shift in the commercial architecture of hospitality.
• Emotionality, Wellness, and Longevity: Demand and Risk Mitigation Through 2030
  18 Febbraio 2026
  This article considers how the intersection of emotional decision-making significantly shapes the nuances of well-being, social good, and the increasing pursuit of living better and living longer. This also examines social values, genuine service, and the fragility of decision-making today in a world undergoing remarkable change. Why wellness-hospitality thrives, superficial ambitions don’t, and some essential untold risks that could hinder meaning, value, and growth through 2030.
• The Message Owners Need to Hear Right Now: Control What You Can Control
  18 Febbraio 2026
  In the weeks leading into a conference like Hunter, I tend to have the same conversations with owners and investors. We talk about demand, we talk about supply, and we talk about the usual forward-looking indicators. But it does not take long before the real topic comes up. It is not occupancy. It is not even revenue. It is margins.
• Middle East hotels demonstrate resilient performance in luxury and midscale segments
  17 Febbraio 2026
  Shiji, the global leader in hospitality technology, announced that the Middle East hotel market continues to stand out for its operational excellence and consistent guest satisfaction. The region’s five-star segment demonstrates exceptional stability, with minimal seasonal variation and a guest review index (GRI) of 91.1%, compared to 83.1% for four-star properties, among the widest performance gaps globally.
• HIA Named Top 3 Hotel Accounting Software in 2026 Hotel Tech Awards!
  17 Febbraio 2026
  HIA, the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platform built for hospitality, has been named a Top 3 Finalist for Best Hotel Accounting Software in the prestigious 2026 Hotel Tech Awards. Presented by Hotel Tech Report, this recognition highlights HIA’s innovative platform that goes beyond traditional accounting software by connecting accounting, operations, and business intelligence to meet the unique back-office needs of hotel management.
• BirchStreet Unveils AI-Powered Smart AP Solution to Optimize P2P and Accounting Efficiencies for Hospitality
  17 Febbraio 2026
  BirchStreet Systems, a global provider of the complete hospitality operations platform, has announced the launch of BirchStreet Smart AP™, a next-generation solution that automates the entire accounts payable process, from invoice capture to payment execution​. Powered by advanced AI that manages both header and line‑level exceptions, Smart AP allows for faster, more accurate invoice processing with stronger control, higher efficiency, and real-time visibility. As a result, customers will incur significantly reduced manual workloads, faster payment cycles, virtually eliminated processing errors, and robust fraud prevention.
• Why Bob W treats hotels like software
  17 Febbraio 2026
  What if a hotel operated less like a hotel, and more like software?