The Standard to open first hotel in Brussels
Reading Time: < 1 minute Belgium: The Standard hotel brand is set to make its Belgian debut with the opening of The Standard, Brussels, a 200-room property in the Northern Quarter. The opening, scheduled for May, marks The Standard’s third European property, following London and Ibiza which opened in 2019 and 2021 respectively. It will […]
Accor Drives Unprecedented Growth and Record Performance
PARIS, France—Accor shared an overview of its 2024 development activity and growth prospects for 2025. In 2024, Accor expanded its portfolio with the opening of 293 hotels and resorts, adding a total of 50,000 rooms. As a result, its global network now comprises over 5,680 hotels and 850,000 rooms in operation, with an additional 1,381 […]
Z Hotels’ Leicester Square Property Hits the Market for £42m
Z Hotels’ Leicester Square Property Hits the Market for £42m The freehold interest in Z Hotels’ Leicester Square property is on sale for £42 million. The hotel features 95 boutique bedrooms, a basement restaurant, and an energy-efficient design. It is expected to be fully operational by June 2025. A 95-bedroom boutique hotel […]
Hotels Are Bleeding Money on Inventory—And Most Don’t Even Realize It
Let’s Talk About the One Thing Hotels Keep Ignoring Inventory. Yeah, I know—it’s not the buzzing topic in hospitality. It’s not AI. It’s not guest personalization. It’s not the next big tech trend that executives love throwing around at conferences. But here’s the thing: your hotel’s inventory strategy is quietly draining your budget, slowing down […]
Get set for summer F&B revenue success
Images by IRIS Spring has officially sprung and it finally feels like summer is on the way. Ahead of the peak season, now is the time to invest in a digital strategy that focuses on seasonal menus, guest experiences and mobile ordering that delivers greater efficiency and satisfaction on both sides of the menu (for […]
The TownHouse Mykonos awarded Michelin Key
Reading Time: 2 minutes Greece: The TownHouse Mykonos, part of the luxury soft brand Elegant Hotel Collection, has been awarded a Michelin Key in the inaugural round of awards for Greece. Michelin Key has previously been presented in countries including France, Italy, Mexico, the USA, and the UK. Now, the Michelin Guide has extended its […]
AI and In-Room Entertainment: Enhancing Service Quality
Artificial intelligence is enhancing the effectiveness of many hospitality technologies, including guestroom entertainment platforms. Leading guestroom TV providers are leveraging AI in various ways and are generally bullish on its promise. “The potential applications for AI in hospitality are boundless, and guest entertainment is no exception,” said Peter Feeney, vice president, DISH Business. “We anticipate […]
IHG Hotels & Resorts Expands European Presence with Nine New Brands
op left: Kimpton BEM Budapest, Top Right: voco London – Marylebone, Bottom right: Garner Hotel Preston Samlesbury, Bottom left: Ruby Louise Hotel & Bar, Frankfurt – Image Credit IHG Hotels & Resorts IHG has debuted nine of its hotel brands in 13 European countries since the start of 2024, with open and pipeline hotels surpassing […]
Hotel Booking Engine vs. Reservations System: What’s the Difference?
In the modern hospitality tech stack, hotel booking engines and reservations systems are often bundled together—but functionally, they serve different roles, interface with different users, and offer different strategic value. For hoteliers evaluating solutions or optimizing operations, understanding these differences isn’t just academic—it impacts how you drive direct revenue, integrate your systems, and manage your […]
Maximizing Profit Across Your Portfolio
How do you ensure every hotel in your portfolio thrives—not just survives—without drowning in complexity? Optimizing the performance of a portfolio of hotels can be daunting. Each property comes with its own unique needs, strengths, and challenges, operates in different market dynamics, and is led by teams with diverse perspectives and skills. As a commercial […]