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Phocuswright Survey: Bed Bug Safety Becomes Top Hotel Booking Concern, Surpassing Cleanliness, Value, and Location Preferences
30 June 2026📊 Phocuswright’s survey of 1,082 travelers across the US, UK, and France reveals bed bug safety surpasses cleanliness, value, and location as the top hotel booking concern. About 84% of respondents prefer certified four-star hotels over uncertified five-star ones. Google is unlikely to build AI-native hotel distribution due to potential revenue loss, leaving market gaps for others. Accor and H World Group’s loyalty cross-access will reach 430 million members by 2026. IHG plans to expand in Saudi Arabia by 2028.
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IHG Signs Franchise Agreements for Three New Holiday Inn Express Hotels in Spain, Totaling 653 Rooms
30 June 2026🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed franchise agreements for three new Holiday Inn Express hotels in Spain with Tikehau Capital. The hotels, located in Madrid, Málaga, and Barcelona, will offer a total of 653 rooms. The Madrid property, with 244 rooms, will open in Q1 2028, while the Málaga and Barcelona locations, with 259 and 150 rooms respectively, are slated for Q1 2029. These signings represent the largest partnership for Holiday Inn Express in Spain.
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Hotel Mobile Check-In: Faster Guest Arrivals
30 June 2026The first ten minutes of a guest’s arrival define their entire stay. After navigating delayed flights, lost luggage, or heavy traffic, the last thing a traveler wants is to stand in an endless queue at the front desk. While the COVID-19 pandemic initially forced businesses to adopt contactless services simply to stay afloat, the narrative has shifted. Today, a seamless digital arrival is a baseline consumer expectation. Implementing a robust hotel mobile check-in process is rapidly becoming the industry standard…
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HVS Asia Pacific Hospitality Newsletter – Week Ending 26 June 2026
30 June 2026OUE REIT Sells Crowne Plaza Changi Airport for SGD500 Million in Singapore OUE Hospitality Sub-Trust , a wholly owned subsidiary of Singapore-based OUE REIT , has agreed to divest the 575-key Crowne Plaza Changi Airport for SGD500 million to a joint venture between Singapore-based OUE Limited and Japan-based Tokyo Century Corporation . The sale price reflects approximately SGD869,600 per key and represents a 1.3% premium to the average of two independent valuations. The hotel’s master lease agreement and hotel management…
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IHG to Expand All Luxury & Lifestyle Brands to Saudi Arabia by 2028, Bolstering Vision 2030 Goals
29 June 2026🏨 By 2028, IHG Hotels & Resorts plans to expand its Luxury & Lifestyle brands across Saudi Arabia, aligning with Vision 2030. With 48 open hotels and 62 in the pipeline, IHG aims to enhance its presence with brands like InterContinental, Six Senses, and Regent. Notably, Six Senses Southern Dunes opened in December 2023, with more openings slated for 2026-2028. IHG opened its Riyadh office in 2023, fortifying its 50-year legacy in the region.
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Outbound Flights Climb as Hotel Searches Slip, Nearly 80% of Brits Choose UK Staycations
29 June 2026After a week dominated by AI discovery, Monday widens out to demand. The summer 2026 picture is one of redistribution more than growth, with travellers moving but not always booking the way hotels expect. The AI thread has not gone away though, and it now reads less like strategy and more like a deadline. A big Saudi commitment and a busy run of openings round things off. Summer demand is shifting, not simply growing Sojern data in a summer 2026…
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Marcus & Millichap Announces Sale of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylacauga by IHG
29 June 2026This article was written by Lodging Magazine. Click here to read the original article Photo Credit: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylacauga by IHG SYLACAUGA, Alabama—Marcus & Millichap announced the
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IHG to introduce all its Luxury & Lifestyle brands to Saudi Arabia by 2028
29 June 2026Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – IHG Hotels & Resorts is set to introduce all six of its Luxury & Lifestyle brands into Saudi Arabia by 2028, with hotels for each brand either already open or in the pipeline, reinforcing the Kingdom as one of the company’s most important global growth markets and supporting Vision 2030. IHG’s journey in Saudi Arabia began in 1975 with the opening of InterContinental Riyadh. Five decades on, the Kingdom has become one of the Group’s most…
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Omaxe to Invest INR 62 Billion in Developing 19 Hotels Across 13 Indian Cities Over Next 4-5 Years
29 June 2026🏨 Omaxe, a real estate developer, announced plans on Monday to invest approximately INR 62 billion ($656 million) in building 19 hotels across 13 Indian cities over the next four to five years. This move follows Adani Airport Holdings’ recent partnership with IHG Hotels & Resorts for five airport-linked hotels. Omaxe aims to integrate these hospitality assets with townships, mixed-use developments, and public infrastructure projects, including business, leisure, luxury, and pilgrimage-focused hotels, as well as serviced apartments.
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Hotels Struggle with AI-Induced Visibility and Measurement Challenges Amid Shifts in Demand and Technology Returns
26 June 2026📊 Jun 26, 2026, Hilton’s CIO highlights the challenge of understanding AI-driven demand sources at NYU’s forum. Accor uses ChatGPT for bookings, while American Express buys TheFork for $700 million, indicating a shift in dining and lodging choices. A Cornell study shows 90% of hotels are invisible in AI searches. IHG’s 7,000 hotels face unquantified tech benefits. The Skift Data + AI summit reveals the industry’s struggle to measure revenue gains from AI capabilities.
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IHG Expands Italian Portfolio with Four New Hotel Signings, Surpassing 50 Open and Pipeline Properties
25 June 2026📍 IHG Hotels & Resorts expands in Italy with four new hotels, boosting its portfolio to over 50 properties. Set to open in January 2027, the dual-branded Crowne Plaza and Staybridge Suites will debut in Milan’s NoLo district with 167 rooms and 96 suites respectively, offering diverse amenities. Located near Turro metro (500m) and 3 km from Milan Central Station, they enhance IHG’s presence in Italy’s robust tourism market. Additionally, Hotel Indigo is set to launch in Apulia.
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Zeal Hotels Appoints Zibi Klapsia as Executive Chef at Voco Zeal Exeter, IHG 2025 Opening of the Year
24 June 2026🍳 Zeal Hotels appointed Zibi Klapsia as executive chef at Voco Zeal Exeter Science Park, recognized as IHG Hotels’ 2025 opening of the year. Klapsia, formerly of Accor and South West venues like Gidleigh Park, will focus on lifecycle net-zero carbon strategies. Zeal plans to expand sustainable hotels across the UK. Klapsia emphasizes fresh, local ingredients, particularly seafood, and aims to create memorable dining experiences highlighting sustainability and exceptional hospitality.
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Vibhu Gaind, RBH Hospitality’s CIO, to Speak at Hotel Owner Conference in London on November 3, 2026.
23 June 2026💻 Vibhu Gaind, CIO of RBH Hospitality Management, will be a speaker at the Hotel Owner Conference on 3rd November 2026 in London. Gaind, with over 26 years in hospitality tech, leads RBH’s IT strategy, ensuring modern tech integration. Since joining RBH in 2000, he has provided 24/7 hotel support and managed IT projects. He also serves on IHG’s European and Global IT Committees, influencing major hotel tech developments.
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IHG Hotels & Resorts Named Top Employer in Middle East; Recognized as #1 in Saudi Arabia for 2026
23 June 2026🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts is recognized as a top employer in the 2026 Great Place to Work rankings across the Middle East, emphasizing its people-first culture. Saudi Arabia is highlighted as a key growth market, with initiatives like Masarona by IHG supporting local talent in line with Saudi Vision 2030. The recognition underscores IHG’s commitment to nurturing local hospitality talent and enhancing workplace culture, aiding in the region’s tourism goals.
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HVS Hodges Ward Elliott Brokers Sale of 266-Room Zurich Marriott Hotel to Pictet Alternative Advisors
23 June 2026📅 HVS Hodges Ward Elliott brokered the sale of the 266-room Zurich Marriott Hotel in Switzerland to Pictet Alternative Advisors. A four-year renovation is underway, ending in Q1 2027. Ironstone and Ogilvy acquired 11 Pentahotels (1,808 rooms) in Europe for €275 million. Millemont bought the 160-room Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre for £74 million. Eternam acquired Paris’ Grand Hôtel des Balcons for €26 million. Art-Invest acquired the 174-room Four Points Flex by Sheraton in Essen.
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IHG Signs Kimpton Hotel in Madrid’s Salamanca, Opening 2030 in Partnership with El Corte Inglés
22 June 2026🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts will open its first Kimpton hotel in Madrid’s Salamanca neighborhood in mid-2030, collaborating with El Corte Inglés. The 106-key hotel will feature a ground-floor restaurant, spa, indoor pool, and rooftop bar. In 2025, Madrid’s tourism hit €17.9 billion, a 71% increase from 2019. IHG has 116 open and 68 pipeline luxury/lifestyle properties in Europe and 66 open with 16 in the pipeline in Spain.
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Griffin Capital Partners and PRIMESTAR Group Launch Prime Griffin Hotels, Targeting Poland’s Growing Hospitality Market
22 June 2026🏨 Warsaw/Berlin – Griffin Capital Partners and PRIMESTAR Group formed Prime Griffin Hotels, a 50/50 joint venture aimed to create a leading hotel platform in Poland. They leverage PRIMESTAR’s hotel operating expertise and Griffin’s investment skills, focusing on Poland’s major urban markets like Warsaw and Kraków. Griffin manages EUR 11 billion in investments, while PRIMESTAR operates 21 hotels with 4,389 rooms. Emphasizing midscale to luxury hotels, the venture plans to collaborate with brands like Hilton and Marriott.
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Amadeus Secures Hospitality Role in Google’s AI Booking Protocol, Challenging AI’s Promise to Remove Intermediaries
22 June 2026💻 June 22, 2026, San Antonio: At a HITEC panel, AI was described as ending intermediaries in hotel bookings, bringing guests closer to what they want. Meanwhile, Amadeus claimed a spot in Google’s booking protocol, positioning itself as a new intermediary. Their reservation system serves key companies like IHG, Marriott, and Accor. New connectors from Zucchetti, Simple Booking, and dailypoint allow bookings via AI, indicating that AI platforms now channel the booking process.
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Theobalds Estate in Hertfordshire Launches Phase One of £25 Million Wellness Centre with Gym and Studios
19 June 2026🏖️ UK, 2025: Theobalds Estate in Hertfordshire, now part of IHG’s Noted Collection, launched the first phase of its wellness center, including a gym and studios. Phase two, expected later this year, will add a spa garden and advanced therapies. Surya Hotels aims to make it the UK’s top wellness spot, investing £25 million for comprehensive enhancements: 60 bedrooms, 3 restaurants, a bar, and meeting spaces. Membership inquiries are open amidst this multimillion-pound redevelopment.
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IHG to Open First Hotel Indigo in Sweden’s Stockholm Kvarnholmen District with 232 Rooms by 2029
18 June 2026🏨 IHG Hotels and Resorts will open its first Hotel Indigo in Stockholm, Sweden’s Kvarnholmen district by 2029. The hotel will offer 232 rooms, a restaurant, rooftop pool, spa, and 150 sqm of meeting space. Developed by Kvarnholmen Utveckling, a Peab and JM joint venture, and operated by 1912 Hotels under a franchise deal, it will join IHG’s 13 Nordic properties. The project aligns with IHG’s Nordic expansion strategy.
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IHG Signs First Hotel Indigo in Sweden with 232 Rooms, Opening in Stockholm’s Kvarnholmen by 2029
17 June 2026🏨 IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed with Kvarnholmen Utveckling to open Hotel Indigo Stockholm – Kvarnholmen, Sweden’s first Hotel Indigo. Located in Nacka, Stockholm, it will feature 232 rooms, a rooftop pool, and wellness facilities. Opening in 2029, and operated by 1912 Hotels, the hotel spans 150 square meters of meeting space. IHG aims to expand in the Nordics, adding to its 13 properties there. Hotel Indigo boasts over 325 hotels in nearly 50 countries.
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Hyatt’s Acquisition of Standard Hotels: A Test for Preserving Brand Identity and Cultural Influence
17 June 2026📍 In 2024, Hyatt acquired Standard International, LLC, encompassing 22 hotels and approximately 2,000 rooms, with over 30 projects in development. Previously, IHG purchased Kimpton Hotels in 2014 for $430 million, initially featuring 62 hotels and 71 restaurants. Accor acquired 85% of 21c Museum Hotels in 2018 when it had eight hotels and three under development. CBRE’s 2025 research indicates hotel brand growth at a 7% annual rate, while loyalty membership increased by 15%. Unfortunately, increased brands haven’t improved RevPAR…
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Amadeus Secures Exclusive Hospitality Role in Google’s AI Commerce Protocol for Seamless Hotel Bookings
17 June 2026💻 Amadeus unveiled AI Commerce at HITEC on June 17, 2026, positioning itself within Google’s Universal Commerce Protocol. This system facilitates hotel bookings through AI-assistant conversations. Google identifies Amadeus as its sole B2B technical partner in hospitality. Amadeus, already managing reservations for IHG, Marriott, Accor, and MGM, controls 50% of the airline distribution share. Although AI Commerce’s rollout continues through year-end, its client base is limited, indicating an evolving strategy for hotel visibility in AI bookings.
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Marriott Launches Ask Bonvoy AI Search Tool Using Verified Data, Plans Global Rollout for 283 Million Members
17 June 2026💻 Jun 17, 2026, Marriott launched Ask Bonvoy in beta for US English users, targeting Bonvoy members on Marriott.com and apps, with a global launch planned later. This AI-driven tool operates on Marriott’s verified property data, unlike open AI models. Marriott aims for control over property display and booking, differentiating from open models like ChatGPT. Hilton and Wyndham also explore AI tools, whereas independent hotels struggle to compete due to brand mass differences and lack of resources.
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RealTime Reservation Acquires STAY, Creating Global Guest Experience Platform Serving 2,000 Properties in 75+ Countries
16 June 2026📰 RealTime Reservation (RTR) has acquired STAY to create a global guest experience platform, serving over 2,000 hospitality properties in 75+ countries. The merger, backed by Wavecrest Growth Partners, enhances RTR’s international presence and offers a unified solution for guest engagement and revenue management. The combined company will collaborate with major brands like Hyatt and IHG, aiming to innovate and expand globally. STAY continues under Joan Lladó’s leadership, focusing on hospitality technology advancement.
