STR Weekly Insights: 31 August – 6 September 2025

U.S. revenue per available room (RevPAR) dropped 0.7% in the week ending 6 September 2025. This was the measure’s 19th weekly drop this year and 12th in the past 16 weeks. Like what we have seen with most of the declines, falling occupancy drove the RevPAR retreat. However, average daily rate (ADR) at -0.2% also contributed to this week’s decrease.

Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris Unveils 243 Completely Renovated Rooms and Suites

Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris has completed a major three-year transformation project that saw all its 243 rooms completely renovated for the first time since reopening in 1999. Now redesigned as a collection of private Parisian residences, each space exudes a contemporary feel and an intimate ambience. The extensive works were carried out with the utmost discretion, in keeping with the property’s signature blend of refinement, understated elegance and discreet behind-the-scenes care.

The Hoxton to Bring Its Characteristic Warmth and Open-House Hospitality to Dublin This November

The Hoxton will open its doors in where else but Dublin’s Creative Quarter, marking the brand’s first property in Ireland. Bringing its signature design-led, community-focussed ethos to historic Exchequer Street, the restored Victorian building (once the Central Hotel) will be home to 129 rooms, an inviting lobby complete with bar and Viking-era ruins, an all-day Peruvian-inspired restaurant Cantina Valentina, sandwich spot by day and natural wine bar by night Dollars, local landmark The Library Bar and Groundwork, The Hoxton’s first ever nightlife venue.

The AI Revolution in Hotel Revenue Management: Why the Future Is Already Here

Revenue management, at its core, has always been about balance—the delicate calibration of price, timing, and demand. For decades, this equilibrium was achieved by revenue managers hunched over spreadsheets, fueled by experience, instinct, and often, last-minute adjustments. But in an industry increasingly defined by data and disruption, those days are fading fast.

Amadeus and Shiji partner to offer hotels a complete hospitality technology suite

Amadeus and Shiji will expand their agreement to promote and facilitate the licensing and referral of each other’s best-in-class solutions, offering hoteliers a more comprehensive end-to-end portfolio. This includes industry-leading products such as Shiji Daylight PMS, Infrasys POS, Amadeus HotSOS, Amadeus Delphi, Amadeus iHotelier and Amadeus Central Reservation System (ACRS) among others.

The Ultimate Cover Letter

It’s been said that when you know someone who becomes unemployed, it’s a recession. When you become unemployed, it’s depression. Unfortunately, in today’s job market, many people are struggling to find employment. Students graduating from school also face an uphill battle as they attempt to launch their careers in an environment marked by uncertainty and intense competition.

Barcelona Hotel Market Spotlight YE May 2025

The sample of branded full-service hotels in Barcelona recorded an increase in profit during the 12-month period ending in May 2025. The GOP per available room (GOP PAR) rose by 8.6%, driven by a 5.6% revenue increase and despite rising expenses (+3.3%).