Category: Recent News

Munich’s hotel industry reported its highest December average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room (RevPAR) on record, according to preliminary data from CoStar. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information, and analytics in the property markets.

As you’re reading through the onslaught of 2025 hotel industry predictions and trends pieces, you’re likely noticing “Automation” near the top or at the top of every list. So much so that “Automation” might become a buzzword that you start to skip over.

San Diego, CA – Cloudbeds, the premier hospitality management software platform, has revealed 38% of hotel employees say their experience with property management systems (PMS) influenced their decision to leave a job.

The luxury hotel brand has been appointed to manage the historic hotel in one of Europe’s most renowned mountain destinations.

Driving the group’s expansion plans is the development of 36 new properties in 22 cities in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Türkiye. This includes nine new properties in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), a key market for Rotana.

Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, is excited to announce the launch of The Centara Collection, a curated portfolio of one-of-a-kind properties that celebrate individuality, authenticity and creativity, to immerse guests in the spirit of their destinations. Formerly known as the Centara Boutique Collection, the portfolio has been transformed and elevated to a new level of distinction.

2024 was another bustling year for the hospitality industry. As we close for the year, we thought we’d briefly look back and celebrate the incredible strides hotels and technology leaders made. From embracing cloud solutions to reshaping guest engagement strategies, Shiji Insights has been privileged to capture some memorable moments our customers and team members have made. Join us as we relive the trends, stories, and innovations that have contributed to the modern redefining of the art of hospitality.

RIU Hotels & Resorts has announced the launch of its fully revamped website and innovative mobile app, which have been designed to offer an exceptional user experience and enhance the chain’s omnichannel connection with its customers. With these new digital tools, the chain has upheld its commitment to providing an excellent level of customer service and staying abreast of technological development, always seeking to meet the needs and expectations of its guests in an increasingly digitalised world.

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has announced the signing of four new hotels in Lyon, France, following franchise agreements with Arteloge.

Village Hotels acquires former Crowne Plaza Reading in the UK from Brightbay, Extendam sells budget hotels in Grenoble, Saint-Etienne and Valencia, Interesting Hotels acquires former Hilton Garden Inn Snowdonia, UK.