[New York, 18 November 2025] – Mews, the leading operating system for hotels, has launched Zero Dollar Authorization, a new feature that helps protect revenue and ensure smoother payments. The feature enables hotels to instantly verify a guest’s card at booking without charging it, reducing failed payments, chargebacks, and lost revenue from no-shows.
HVS Europe Hotel Transactions Bulletin – Week Ending 14 November 2025
French institutional investor Iroko Zen SCPI has acquired the two-star, 110-room Travelodge Bournemouth Seafront in the UK from British real estate investment company Martin’s Properties for £11 million (£100,000 per room). The hotel includes a restaurant & bar and is situated in Bournemouth’s West Cliff, just a few minutes walk from Bournemouth Beach. The property is held freehold and is let to British owner-operator Travelodge, with an unexpired lease term of approximately 27 years. It underwent extensive refurbishment in November 2024.
Sustainable tourism starts with sustainable stays, so what does this look like in practice?
Across the city, a number of hotels have implemented measures that reduce emissions, improve resource efficiency, and support local ecosystems. These properties illustrate the range of operational actions a hotel can take to advance sustainability.
The Derby London City to open its doors in February 2026
London’s hospitality scene is poised for a bold new chapter with the arrival of The Derby London City, Curio Collection by Hilton , opening February 2026. Owned and operated by Dominus, this landmark hotel introduces a refined fusion of British charm and contemporary flair to the heart of the capital’s historic financial district.
Upper Upscale Hotel Projects in Europe Reach Record Highs at Q3 Close
According to the Q3 2025 Europe Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE), at the close of the quarter, the region’s total pipeline stands at 1,666 projects/245,705 rooms and remains relatively unchanged year-over-year (YOY).
Savills: Investor confidence drives surge in Iberian hotel market
Appetite amongst investors for Iberia’s hotel sector is surging, according to research from international real estate advisor Savills. The Savills Investor Sentiment Survey 2025 ranked Spain as the top destination for investors this year, with hotels emerging as a preferred asset class, up 21 percentage points compared to previous year.
America’s Top Hospitality Architects & Designers: Crafting Exceptional Spaces
To mark the publication of Forbes’ inaugural America’s Top Hospitality Architects & Designers list, we gathered a group of distinguished principals from listed firms—each not only an award-winning designer but a thought leader in the field—for a conversation about the core issues and opportunities that define progressive hospitality design today. Our aim: To bring to life the vital relationship between business leaders and those who design their exceptional spaces.
Uniguest launches Google Cast support on Samsung Hospitality TVs
Uniguest, a global leader in digital engagement technology, has launched support for Samsung Hospitality TVs with built-in Google Cast, with initial deployments currently underway across a range of hotels and hospitality groups.
From Data Chaos to Intelligent Strategy: How AI & Human Insight Are Redefining Revenue Leadership
Have you ever found yourself buried under a mountain of spreadsheets at midnight, still trying to close your weekly forecast? You’re not alone.
Wellness Hotels Demonstrate How Diversified Revenue Drives Profit Stability
Wellness hotels are holding ground in 2025, with revenue and profit remaining steady despite inflationary pressures, according to the latest Mid-Year Wellness Real Estate Report from RLA Global in collaboration with HotStats.

