Five-star hotel Claridges has revealed it fell to a £5.4m loss during the year ended 31 December 2024, down from a profit of £7.2m the previous year, as it completed major refurbishment work. According to its latest accounts filed with Companies House, the performance comes despite revenues surging to £136.9m, up from £119.3m. However, operating […]
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts has launched Dazzler Select, a new franchise brand targeting independently owned hotels in the economy lifestyle segment. The concept extends Wyndham’s boutique-style Dazzler brand and is designed to give smaller operators access to the group’s global distribution network, technology systems and Wyndham Rewards loyalty programme while retaining their own branding and […]
Apex Hotels has announced that Dunblane Hydro is set to join its portfolio, officially reopening as Apex Dunblane Hydro Hotel on 28 November 2025. The 200-bedroom Victorian site will become the ninth Apex branded hotel, having been acquired by Apex in November 2024. The historic property will now undergo a “comprehensive” multi-phase refurbishment programme aimed […]
Urban lifestyle hotel brand CityHub has announced the appointment of Remco Gerritsen as its new chief executive office, as the brand prepares for the next stage of its European expansion. The Netherlands-based company, founded a decade ago by Sem Schuurkes and Pieter van Tilburg, operates hotels in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Copenhagen and Reykjavik. It plans to […]
Rendering of the Signia by Hilton Indianapolis – Image Credit Hilton The Signia by Hilton Indianapolis has reached its highest structural point, marking a significant milestone in its construction, with completion expected by fall 2026. The construction of the Signia by Hilton Indianapolis has reached a major milestone, with the building topping off at 38 […]
Summer 2025: European Hotels See Longer Stays and Early Bookings – Image Credit Unsplash+ The summer of 2025 marked a significant period for the European hotel industry, as travelers exhibited new booking behaviors and spending patterns. An analysis by RoomRaccoon of over 600,000 reservations from 2,000 independent hotels across Europe revealed that guests were planning […]
Global Hotel Industry Outlook for H2 2025: Regional Variations and Key Trends – Image Credit Unsplash
The global hotel industry is experiencing varied performance across regions, with significant differences in RevPAR growth forecasts.
Economic factors, geopolitical tensions, and competition from alternative lodging are influencing hotel market dynamics worldwide.
The global hotel industry […]
Inside the Complex Journey of Hotel Rates – By Steve Quan – Image Credit Unsplash Explore the hidden stories behind hotel pricing and what it means for hoteliers
Every hotel rate has a story. Some are mysteries — and many of those are cases of missing revenue.
According to a new Expedia Group […]
At the recent Italian Hotel Investment Conference (ITHIC) held in Rome, industry leaders emphasized the importance of looking beyond immediate hurdles and planning for the future. – Image Credit ITHIC Despite facing economic challenges and overtourism, the global hospitality industry is urged to focus on long-term opportunities, as discussed at the Italian Hotel Investment Conference […]
EBITDAR Explained: A Key Metric for Hotel Owners and Operators – Image Credit Unsplash+ For hotel owners and operators, getting a true understanding of financial health isn’t always easy. Fluctuating lease agreements, one-off restructuring costs and inconsistent reporting metrics can make comparisons between properties – or even across seasons – feel like comparing apples and […]
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