17 February 2026 - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 7

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Why Labour Cost Pressures Are Outsmarting Hotel Planning – And What Smart Operators Are Doing Differently

Labour costs are rising faster than revenue in many markets, and hotel operators are being squeezed. From statutory wage increases and national insurance obligations to evolving overtime rules and inflationary pressures, the cost of maintaining staff is becoming a structural business challenge.

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RobosizeME Appoints Hospitality Technology Veteran Mike Kistner as Chief of Staff

RobosizeME, a leading provider of workflow automation solutions purpose‑built for hotel groups, today announced the appointment of Mike Kistner as Chief of Staff. The addition of the seasoned hospitality technology executive reinforces the company’s commitment to operational excellence and strategic growth as demand increases for automation across hotel operations.

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Lacoste just opened its first permanent café in Paris. Following the success of its pop-up in Monaco, Café Lacoste is located just steps from the brand’s flagship store in Paris . Developed in… | Nick Tran | 55 comments

☕ Lacoste launched its first permanent Café Lacoste in Paris, near its flagship store, following a successful Monaco pop-up. This 100-square-meter space, in partnership with Giraudi Group, features a menu by chef Thierry Paludetto, including club sandwiches and “L’Eau de Croco.” Experiential luxury, comprising 60% of global luxury spending, fuels this trend. Brand-led cafes serve as entry points and engagement hubs, mirroring similar moves by Yves Saint Laurent, Louis Vuitton, Dior, and others in retail-hospitality fusion.

Cultural Stewardship as a Clear Path for Sustained Hotel Asset Growth

This post was originally published on this site.Sustainability is a vital initiative for the entire travel industry. Right now, as the two of us are editing this article in late…

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80% of hospitality recruiters say graduates are missing out on job offers because they’re not ready for the world of work

New research shows the majority of recruiters in the hospitality industry believe that graduates are missing out on job offers because of a lack of professional maturity and work readiness. A further fifth believe graduates are ‘work shy’ and ‘lack self-awareness’ when they try to join the workplace.

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Hotel BI vs. Excel: The Hidden Costs

📈 In 2026, hotels face significant hidden costs from manual Excel use. Teams spend up to 125 hours monthly on data prep, risking staff burnout. Manual work increases human error risks, with potential $10,000 pricing mistakes. Revenue leakage is 1-2%, costing a $5 million hotel $50,000-$100,000 annually. Excel also poses security risks, lacking modern BI tools’ encryption. Transitioning to hotel-specific BI saves time, reduces revenue loss, and enhances data security, shifting focus from data management to growth.

IHG plans AI-compatible hotel content platform

Airbnb’s Reserve Now, Pay Later expanded globally

Chief AI officer or CTO? Travel’s evolving executive playbook

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Built for the Beach: The design and construction strategies driving Gulf Coast hotels

🏖 In 2026, Robins & Morton completed the Embassy Suites by Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort in Alabama, located near The Hangout, a venue for Sand In My Boots music festival. The resort includes a Starbucks, Sweet Cone Alabama, and various bars and restaurants. The Hilton Tapestry – Beal House in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, honors Dr. James Hartley Beal, with a seashell mosaic and local art. Both projects emphasize local culture and tourism-driven amenities.

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