Track Motel 6 in one place. This hub aggregates the latest news and developments around the iconic US economy lodging brand, as covered by trusted sources. A quick way to follow this budget hotel chain.
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Hotel Riviera gives Menorca a fresh squeeze of colour
8 August 2026Ilmiodesign brings 1970s Italian Riviera spirit to Ciutadella with a 14-room hotel of curves, colour, and poolside fun
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Five Hotel Groups Now Exceed One Million Rooms, But Value Creation Overtakes Volume in Industry Focus
7 August 2026🏨 Marriott, Jin Jiang, Hilton, H World, and IHG have surpassed the one-million-room mark, marking a volume milestone. Despite this, Marriott significantly outperforms Jin Jiang in value, with EBITDA in billions versus hundreds of millions. The industry continues growing, with branded hotels comprising only a fraction of global room supply. Key strategies include volume through franchising and value through upscale management. Growth trends focus on emerging markets in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East, with leisure and lifestyle driving brand expansion.
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La Vista Motel Reopens in Denver with 23 Rooms After Historic Restoration of 1956 Motor Lodge
5 August 2026🏠 La Vista Motel, a 23-room boutique property in Denver, reopened after a full restoration of its 1956 structure, led by developer Nathan Beal. The motel, on the City of Denver Historic Register, features design work from Sopher Sparn Architects and Xan Creative. Each room includes vintage-inspired decor. The on-site bar, El Piñon, offers specialty coffee and craft cocktails, operated by Weston Scott. Events are hosted regularly, enhancing its local appeal.
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Atlas Copco Launches ECO Controller™ to Enhance Energy Efficiency and Flexibility in Battery-Based Power Systems
5 August 2026🔌 Atlas Copco introduces the ECO Controller™ for energy management, enhancing efficiency and productivity on worksites. Built into battery-based energy storage systems, it optimizes energy via advanced data management. Improvements include better user experience, modular compatibility with brands like CAT and Cummins, and automatic calibration. The system supports multiple energy inputs, allows remote operation, and integrates with Fleetlink for fleet management. This scalable solution aims to decarbonize operations and significantly reduce costs.
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Now Now NoHo and Carimar Beach Club Adopt Dailypoint’s Customer Data Platform for Enhanced Guest Experience
5 August 2026📰 Now Now NoHo, New York’s first sleeper cabin hotel, and Carimar Beach Club in Anguilla, are adopting dailypoint’s Customer Data Platform (CDP) to enhance guest communications and loyalty. Carimar Beach Club features 24 beach villas and is the first in Anguilla to use this technology. The platform integrates with Stayntouch’s PMS, improving data accuracy and communication. Dailypoint serves over 1,500 hotels and was named the #1 Hotel CRM & Email Marketing Solution in 2026.
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Shiji Unveils Advanced F&B Technology Solutions, Featuring Infrasource POS and Review Pro Suite for Enhanced Guest Experience
4 August 2026📈 In a recent event on FMB technology, industry leaders discussed emerging trends and innovations. Presenters included Johnny from TableCheck and representatives from Jack Consulting. Key topics were contactless QR code ordering, integrated payment solutions, and centralized review handling. The event highlighted Shiji’s cloud-based, mobile-focused systems for guest engagement. In Japan, the hospitality sector benefits from a weak currency, boosting inbound tourism. Operators aim to connect with efficient channels, with Shiji’s POS data being pivotal.
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RMS and TrustYou Announce Integration to Create Unified Guest Profiles, Enhancing Personalization in Hospitality Services
29 July 2026📈 29 July 2026, Melbourne, Australia: RMS and TrustYou integrate to unify guest data through a real-time API, creating a “Golden Profile” for hospitality operators. This consolidation enhances guest personalization by combining RMS data with various platforms. Operators gain insights on guest preferences, spending patterns, and booking behavior. TrustYou’s Audience AI enhances marketing campaigns, while RMS’s integrated workflow improves front desk operations. RMS CEO Adam Seskis emphasizes streamlined guest understanding and improved hospitality experiences.
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RMS and TrustYou partner to give hoteliers a unified view of every guest
29 July 2026MELBOURNE, Australia — 29 July 2026 — As the hospitality industry looks for ways to overcome fragmented guest data, RMS, a leading hospitality platform for hotels, motels, serviced apartments, short-term rentals and campgrounds, has announced a new integration with TrustYou, an AI-powered Customer Data Platform. The integration enables hospitality operators to bring guest information from multiple systems together in real time, creating a single, unified “Golden Profile” for every guest. By replacing disconnected records with a complete view of each customer, operators can better…
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Bridgeton Introduces Center of Excellence to Integrate Brand, Operations, and Strategy Across Expanding Hotel Portfolio
28 July 2026🏨 Bridgeton Hospitality, based in New York City, operates boutique lifestyle hotels and franchise properties, including Walker Hotel Tribeca, Walker Hotel Greenwich Village, and Dawn Ranch in Guerneville. The Center of Excellence, led by Darshana Jariwala, integrates brand, marketing, and operations strategies, inspired by her experience at PepsiCo and P&G. Dawn Ranch received Green Key certification, appealing to 56% of eco-conscious travelers in California. Marram in Montauk promotes community culture, while AI adoption is measured, prioritizing guest experiences.
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Motel 6 Integrates with ChatGPT Plugin to Simplify Travel Planning Through Natural Language Conversations
28 July 2026💻 Motel 6, October 2023, launched a plugin on ChatGPT to enhance travel planning. This integration allows users to find Motel 6 locations through natural conversation. The initiative aims to simplify the travel planning process by making it more intuitive.
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Strategic Solution Partners Thrives with Fully Remote Model for 18 Years, Emphasizing Culture and Clarity
25 July 2026💻 In 2007, Bill Scanlon founded Strategic Solution Partners (SSP) to escape corporate burnout. Since 2008, SSP embraced remote work, and today, it operates with seven distinct disciplines. Annually, the leadership team meets in person to evaluate performance. Essential tech includes reliable internet and computers, utilizing AI for efficiency. Success is measured by performance and team morale, with a focus on culture. For 18 years, SSP has thrived remotely, showcasing intentional growth.
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Anneleise McEvoy Discusses Social Media Strategy and Influencer Engagement for Remington Hospitality on Podcast Episode
22 July 2026📰 Anneleise McEvoy, Social Media Manager at Remington Hospitality, discusses her journey since graduating in 2020 and how she combines her passion for social media and travel in her role. She emphasizes the importance of experiencing properties firsthand before marketing them, ensuring strategies are tailored to unique hotel personalities. McEvoy highlights the evolution of influencer marketing, advocating for partnerships based on engagement rather than follower count. She also discusses balancing professional content with user-generated content for authentic storytelling in social…
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Pennsylvania Enacts Law Mandating Human Trafficking Awareness Training for Hospitality Employees and Short-Term Rental Operators
22 July 2026📑 Governor Josh Shapiro signed House Bill 1286 in Pennsylvania, mandating human trafficking awareness training for hospitality workers and certain online platforms. Effective immediately, hotel employees and short-term rental operators must complete training and refresher courses every two years. AAHOA, with 20,000 members owning 60% of U.S. hotels, supports this initiative. AAHOA properties contribute 1.7% to the U.S. GDP and employ over 1 million people, earning $51.3 billion annually.
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Pennsylvania Enacts House Bill 1286 Requiring Human Trafficking Awareness Training for Hospitality Employees and Short-term Rentals
21 July 2026🛠 In July 2026, the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA) and the Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Association (PR&LA) celebrated the enactment of House Bill 1286 in Pennsylvania. Sponsored by Rep. Regina Young, the bill mandates human trafficking awareness training for hospitality employees and certain online platforms. Employees with guest contact or room access require training, which is refreshed biennially. AAHOA Chairman Rahul Patel and PR&LA President Joe Massaro emphasize the industry’s role in combating trafficking.
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Motel One Group Expands Partnership with dailypoint to Enhance CRM and Migrates 110 Properties to Oracle Opera Cloud
21 July 2026🏨 Motel One Group and Munich-based dailypoint™ expand their partnership to include CRM, CDP, and B2B sales. Motel One migrates 110 properties to Oracle Opera Cloud, integrating with dailypoint’s platform for real-time data flow. This move aims to improve guest personalization, streamline communication, and enhance B2B account management. Dailypoint, a trusted partner for over 1,500 hotels, supports personalized marketing, loyalty programs, and guest communications with its award-winning platform.
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CIOs and CTOs from Major Hotel Groups Discuss AI’s Impact on Industry Costs and Guest Experience at HITEC Session
20 July 2026📈 During a session at HITEC in San Antonio, hotel CIOs, CTOs, and PMS vendors debated AI’s impact on hospitality, emphasizing labor efficiency, cost reduction, and guest experience enhancement. Operators like Radisson and Wyndham, and suppliers like Oracle and Mews, discussed the sector’s success in adopting cloud systems but identified funding and integration as key challenges. A significant divide exists: hotel groups prioritize cost optimization, while vendors focus on enhancing guest experience. Data ownership and integration remain contentious, hindering AI…
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Mews Named Official PMS for AAHOA, Providing 20,000 US Hotels with Comprehensive Technology and AI Solutions
16 July 2026📈 In February, the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA) appointed Mews as its official property management system (PMS), impacting nearly 20,000 hotel owners in the U.S. Mews President Mike Coscetta emphasized this partnership as a major growth opportunity, highlighting Mews’ ability to aid hotel owners with cost reduction and profitability through integrated solutions. The industry is shifting towards cloud-based systems and AI integration to enhance hotel operations, with Mews positioned to leverage these advancements.
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Dave Jacoby and Kaleigh Wiese Discuss Independent Hotel Trends and 2026 Independent Hotel Show in Miami
15 July 2026🏨 Dave Jacoby, owner of Hotel Lucine, and Kaleigh Wiese, CEO of Ode Places, discuss the indie hotel landscape and the 2026 Independent Hotel Show Miami in an episode of Suite Spot. Since 2016, Hotel Lucine in Galveston focuses on community integration and unique offerings, using local events and customized guest experiences to attract visitors. Independent hotels can capitalize on local markets, the three-hour travel trend, and “bleisure” trips, blending work and leisure stays to drive revenue and enhance guest…
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PriceLabs Launches Mobile App, AI Connector, and Enhanced API to Broaden Access to Revenue Management Tools
8 July 2026💻 PriceLabs launches a mobile app, AI connector, and enhanced API to simplify revenue management access. Available on iOS and Android, the app supports seven languages. The AI connector, compatible with assistants like Claude, facilitates natural language interaction after two months of beta testing. Over 4,000 clients use the enhanced API with over ten endpoints. PriceLabs aims to provide consistent analytics access, benefiting properties of all sizes and supporting efficient revenue strategies.
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Perroquet Hotel Fort Lauderdale Reopens with 37 Rooms and Redesign by Architect Bernard Dubois
7 July 2026🏖 Perroquet, a revamped 1950s motel in Fort Lauderdale, offers 37 rooms on Harbor Drive between the Intracoastal Waterway and Atlantic Ocean. Redesigned by Belgian architect Bernard Dubois, it maintains the original U-shaped layout with a courtyard. The hotel features a lush off-white and forest green exterior, drawing inspiration from local aesthetics. Curators Valerio Polimeno and Whitney Lane provide an art collection including works by Jean Cocteau and Jeff Koons. Amenities include Sferra linens and Byredo toiletries.
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Remote Management and Field Services Key to Successful Hotel Self-Service Kiosk Deployment, Reducing Support Calls by 30-40%
7 July 2026💻 For hotels, implementing check-in kiosks boosts guest satisfaction and efficiency. However, success hinges on reliable remote management and field services. Proactive measures, like KIOSK ONE ProConnect, reduce downtime by 30-40% and optimize operations across locations. Self-service systems should integrate with hotel IT ecosystems for seamless service. Kiosk.eu provides comprehensive support through remote management and field services, ensuring peak performance and minimizing disruptions for continuous self-service reliability.
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Prism to List on Bombay Stock Exchange by Year-End, Secures $150 Million Pre-IPO; Reports €650M Revenue
1 July 2026💰 Prism, OYO’s parent company, is set to list on the Bombay Stock Exchange by year-end, having raised $150 million through a pre-IPO placement. Founder Ritesh Agarwal and SoftBank hold two-thirds of the company. In fiscal 2025/2026, Prism reported €650 million in revenue and €70 million in profit. It ranks as the sixth-largest global hotel group, operating 32,750 hotels with 950,000 rooms. The US market, led by G6 Hospitality, significantly boosts profitability.
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Pinellas County Beachfront Lodging Market Rebounds with New Developments and Major Resort Reinvestments Post-Hurricane Damage
1 July 2026🏖 In late 2024, Hurricanes Helene and Milton severely impacted Florida’s Pinellas County beachfront, leading to hotel closures and major beach restoration efforts. Less than two years later, the area is witnessing a robust recovery and development boom, highlighted by new projects like The CW Resort with 91 keys and The JW Marriott Saint Pete Beach’s planned expansion. Despite initial setbacks, tourism demand remains strong, buoyed by attractions like MLB Spring Training and John’s Pass Village.
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California Hotel & Lodging Association Awards $160,000 in Scholarships to 97 Students Across 18 Colleges
1 July 2026🏨 The California Hotel & Lodging Association Hospitality Foundation awarded scholarships to 97 students from 18 colleges, totaling over $160,000, for degrees in hotel management, tourism, and culinary arts. Top schools: San Diego State (32), CSU Monterey Bay (21), and CSU Long Beach (11). The 2026 awards gala will be held on November 5, 2026, at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa in Anaheim. CHLA supports over 6,000 establishments and 235,000 workers statewide.
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Why Is Hotel Sustainability Becoming a Profit Strategy?
29 June 2026This article was written by Revfine. Click here to read the original article Hotel sustainability is the practice of reducing a property’s environmental impact across energy, water, waste, sourcing, and verified operating standards. It is becoming a profit strategy because its most reliable returns now appear in operating costs first, while revenue premiums apply mainly to upper-midscale, upscale, and luxury hotels. Key Takeaways: Sustainability delivers its clearest profit impact through lower utility, water, waste, and purchasing costs. Guest rate premiums…
