U.S. hotel performance for April 2026
U.S. hotels posted RevPAR growth of 4.4% year-over-year in April 2026, with St. Louis leading Top 25 Markets on occupancy gains and Miami posting the strongest ADR increase at +12.5%.
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New HSMAI Europe AI Advisory Board turns AI talk into action and high-level education for hotel industry
HSMAI Europe's newly launched AI Advisory Board, chaired by TrustYou's Ben Jost, will produce white papers, case studies and education content covering AI content strategy, direct channels and hotel tech architecture.
Stop Looking Around. Start Looking Inward.
Renovations only justify higher rates when they shift guest perception through place-specific design, not competitor-benchmarked aesthetics.
By James Kuester, Interior and Experience Design Consultant, Cayuga Hospitality Consultants
The problem with PMSs: how to approach choosing new hotel tech
Two hospitality tech experts break down why PMS selection is now driven by API openness and integration ecosystems, with practical guidance for independents and multi-property operators.
Why guest intelligence depends on the modern PMS
A Shiji Insights Podcast conversation with Cendyn's Head of Solutions Engineering examines how the PMS is evolving from a transactional platform into the execution layer for guest intelligence and personalization.
Florencia Cueto Pedrotti in conversation with Niels Mekenkamp
Hale Hōkūala Kaua‘i, Curio Collection by Hilton, Now Accepting Reservations Beginning October 2026
KAUAʻI, Hawaiʻi – Hale Hōkūala Kaua‘i, Curio Collection by Hilton, a lifestyle resort debuting on Hawai‘i’s “Garden Island” later this year, is now accepting reservations for stays beginning Oct. 1, 2026. The property will represent Curio Collection by Hilton’s arrival in the Aloha State.
The Miraval Brand Debuts Globally with Opening of Miraval The Red Sea in Saudi Arabia
Miraval Resorts & Spas has announced the opening of Miraval The Red Sea on Shura Island, marking the brand’s first destination outside the United States and a defining milestone in its global evolution.
IHG Hotels & Resorts signs Holiday Inn Mandi, strengthening presence in Himachal Pradesh
IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of a management agreement with Mac View Infrabiz Private Limited for the development of Holiday Inn Mandi. The 100-key hotel will strengthen IHG’s presence in the state and support its continued expansion across high-potential commercial and transit destinations in North India.
Booking.com's shield doubles as an invitation
A critical reading of Booking.com's partner messaging argues its "protection" pitch to independent hotels masks a platform dynamic where independents are the foundation being guarded for Booking's own benefit.
By Markus Busch, Editor/Publisher, hospitality.today
Introducing InterContinental Grand Ankara - Heritage meets modern luxury in the heart of Türkiye’s capital
InterContinental Grand Ankara – part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury & lifestyle portfolio – has opened its doors, following an extensive transformation of one of the city’s most iconic addresses. Marking a new era for luxury hospitality in Türkiye’s capital, InterContinental Grand Ankara joins the world’s first and largest luxury hotel brand, continuing the brand’s legacy of pioneering new destinations in every corner of the world.
Reshaping a Miami Beach legacy, Delano reopens its iconic doors
Delano, the iconic Miami Beach property, is now open, presenting a refined, reimagined experience that serves as a heartfelt tribute to Miami.
Hong Kong Strengthens Its Status as Asia's Travel and Hospitality Powerhouse with AHOCA's Asia Hub Launch, Catalysing Deeper Cross-Border Industry Collaboration
AHOCA launched its first regional chapter outside the US in Hong Kong, aiming to connect American Chinese hotel owners with Asian hospitality leaders for cross-border investment and partnerships.
South Street Partners Expands Its Multi-Billion Dollar Portfolio with the Acquisition of Crystal Springs Resort, nestled alongside the Appalachian Mountains in Sussex County, New Jersey
South Street Partners acquired Crystal Springs Resort in Sussex County, NJ, a 1,400-acre all-season property with two hotels, six golf courses, and ten dining venues, marking the firm's first NYC metro asset.
Four Seasons II Revealed: Introducing New Yacht Residential Suites Aboard the Next Four Seasons Yacht
Four Seasons Yachts announces its second vessel, debuting in 2028 with 79 suites, a new Yacht Residential Suite category spanning two to four bedrooms, and a one-to-one guest-to-staff ratio.
Mandarin Oriental Announces Its Return to Manila
Mandarin Oriental today announces the forthcoming opening of Mandarin Oriental Makati, Manila, scheduled for late 2026.
citizenM to Debut Third Washington, D.C. Hotel in Historic Georgetown District
Opening in June 2026, Marriott International and Another Star – the hotel management company that owns and operates citizenM’s current portfolio of 37 hotels in the US and Europe – will debut its third Washington, D.C. property: citizenM Washington, D.C. Georgetown. The opening marks the first property opening for citizenM as part of Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands. All citizenM guests can now earn and redeem Marriott Bonvoy points across all citizenM stays. Travelers can also still enjoy access to citizenM’s paid membership program, mycitizenM+, which now includes instant Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite status for members.
French Open drove Paris hotel performance in May
Paris hotels hit record May ADR and RevPAR figures during the French Open, with peak occupancy of 93.4% and ADR topping EUR485 on the final Sunday of the tournament.
Empathy Is Something You Design, Not Something You Hope For: Adrienne Boissy on What Healthcare Can Teach Hospitality
Dr. Adrienne Boissy draws on healthcare's measurable approach to empathy, burnout, and system design to challenge hospitality leaders to move beyond aspiration and build human connection into operations.
The Bench Launches ‘FHS Living’ in Paris — Future Hospitality Summit’s First European Investment Platform Uniting Capital Across Key Living Asset Classes
FHS Living, launching in Paris in February 2027, is a curated pan-European investment platform targeting Living assets backed by €46.9B invested in 2025 and €50B more planned for deployment.
EU Tourism Platform helps unlock funding opportunities
The EU Tourism Platform consolidates EU, national, and regional funding sources in one place, helping tourism businesses including SMEs access grants and programs supporting green transition, digital transformation, and job creation.