The capital will support continued product development and commercial expansion for ROH, which is based in Los Angeles and offers software that automates complex payment workflows across hotel operations.By Lea Mira, HTN staff writer - 4.21.2025 ROH, a payments management platform developed specifically for the hospitality sector, has reportedly closed a $9.2 million funding round. The round was led...
Every year, hotels worldwide generate an estimated 289,700 tons of waste. Meanwhile, the annual carbon footprint of the hospitality industry as a whole is estimated at 3% of total global carbon emissions. These numbers highlight an urgent need for change across the board. Earth Day, celebrated annually on April 22, serves as a global call to action for environmental responsibility. The theme for Earth Day...
Okay, so we all love a good deal, right? Getting something cheaper always feels like a win. And hotels and resorts have definitely caught on to this, offering tons of discounts to get people to book. But a lot of hoteliers have gotten stuck in a loop of constantly slashing prices, offering direct channel discounts, OTA promotions, and special rate packages to drive occupancy. The problem is, this can...
“In 2025, nearly half of the hotel guests say they prefer to check out using their smartphones, and 58% believe AI can enhance their hotel stay experience. Hotels that fail to meet these digital expectations risk falling behind,” according to Hotel Tech Report. Improving guest satisfaction is at the top of hoteliers’ priority lists in 2025, but only properties that have the technology in place to...
Images by Cloudbeds Cloudbeds, the innovative leader in hospitality management technology, today announced the launch of Cloudbeds Labs, a dedicated innovation hub, created to accelerate the industry’s transition to AI-driven operations. The new division debuts with two breakthrough solutions powered by Cloudbeds Intelligence – Signals and Engage – that mark the company’s bold step toward building...
Images by GuestRevu Back in 2015 when the Royal St Andrews Hotel in Port Alfred, South Africa, opened its doors, they knew they wanted to get guest feedback right from the start. That’s why Difford Louw, the hotel’s Sales Manager at the time and now the GM, pushed to have GuestRevu implemented before the first guest even checked in. Having seen its value in a previous role, Difford knew that structured...
Images by Cogwheel Marketing & Analytics Establishing a strong online presence is crucial for the success of any spa. Stephanie Smith, CEO of Cogwheel Marketing & Analytics, during the 2025 iSPA Conference offered valuable insights and actionable strategies for spa directors and operators looking to maximize their online visibility and attract more clients. Balancing Operations and Marketing Many...
Images by Meyer Jabara Hotels Meyer Jabara Hotels and Pappas Hotels have teamed to acquire the Courtyard by Marriott Clemson in South Carolina, the only upscale franchised hotel in the market with Clemson University just 1.4 miles away. Renovations to the select service hotel will begin this summer and will include replacement of all softgoods and flooring, a makeover to The Bistro and lobby, and an...
Images by Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa Smith Hill Capital, the fully integrated commercial real estate debt investment management business of Procaccianti Companies, and Bain Capital today announced the firms’ joint venture completed a $235 million refinancing for the iconic Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa in Montauk, New York for BLDG Management Co., Inc., and Metrovest...
Images by IHG IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, has signed a management agreement to bring Holiday Inn Jeddah Al Naseem, a 222-key new-build hotel, to the heart of Jeddah. Set to open in June 2026, the deal reinforces IHG’s commitment to the Kingdom’s thriving hospitality sector and aligns with the tourism ambitions under Saudi Arabia’s Vision...
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