Category: Recent News

Travelodge Group has seen positive financial results for the year 2024, with a slight increase in revenue. The group continues to focus on expanding its presence in the UK and Spain through new acquisitions and hotel openings, solidifying its position in the budget hotel sector.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) has been recognized as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For,” an annual list of U.S. companies with outstanding workplace cultures according to Fortune and global research and consulting firm, Great Place To Work. Hyatt has earned a spot on this prestigious list for 12 consecutive years, making it one of the longest-ranked hospitality brands.

Today, Hilton has been named the No. 1 Best Company to Work For in the U.S. by Great Place to Work and Fortune for the second consecutive year. The ranking represents a significant milestone for Hilton, marking its 10th appearance on the prestigious list and fourth overall ranking in the No. 1 spot.

Today, The Football Association and Hilton announce a three-year partnership, with Hilton becoming Official Hotel Partner of the England football teams. This includes Wembley Stadium and St George’s Park and will see Hilton support the Three Lions and Lionesses at every home and away match.

Customer Alliance today released its 2025 report: The ROI of Guest Review Management for Short-Term Rentals, revealing that 83% of surveyed guests would be willing to pay more for properties with a higher number of positive reviews compared to similar properties.

In this week’s episode of Hotel Moment, Bashar Wali, Founder and CEO of Practice Hospitality, joins Revinate CMO Karen Stephens with several honest perspectives on how hoteliers can clean up operations and become better stewards of hotel stays rooted in emotional intelligence.

Global travel technology company OYO’s UK operations reported a 15% increase in revenue in 2024 compared to 2023. The company’s Average Daily Rate (ADR) rose by 2%, while the broader market as reported by STR saw a decline of 2.8%. OYO’s per room revenue (RevPAR) increased by 4% compared to the market’s 4.5% decline.

Managing High Hotel Staff Turnover? How Venue Booking Software Can Help In the hospitality industry, staff turnover is a constant challenge. The fluid nature of hotel operations often leads to high employee turnover rates. In fact, findings from Deloitte have revealed hospitality to have one of the highest turnover rates of any industry, with some segments experiencing up to a 73.8% turnover rate annually. This volatility not only affects day-to-day operations but puts a strain on maintaining consistent service quality and operational efficiency. While employee retention strategies are crucial, they’re not always enough to curb the impact of turnover. This is where venue booking software steps in, offering solutions that mitigate the operational disruptions caused by staffing changes. By leveraging the right technology, hotels can maintain a seamless workflow, reduce the learning curve for new staff, and ensure service standards remain consistent, even during periods of high turnover….

DALLAS, TX—March 27, 2025—Unifocus, a leader in hospitality workforce and operations solutions, today announced Inventory, a new module designed to help hotels easily track reusable items, oversee supplies for preventive maintenance and get clear insight into material costs. Built for both single properties and multi-location brands, Inventory helps hoteliers streamline their operations while ensuring guests receive prompt, high-quality service.

Inntopia, the leader in unified booking engine technology, announces a new integration with Cloudbeds, the innovative leader in hospitality management technology. The partnership will allow resorts and hotels using the Cloudbeds PMS to sell their lodging inventory alongside inventory from any other system they operate in a single, unified booking engine and call center application.