Market Trends - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 13

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Hotels are investing vast sums in AI and other tech. This human element is as crucial.

📈 Hotel industry performance in 2025 shows U.S. profitability dipped for the second year, with stagnant growth in Europe and Asia, and slight growth in the Middle East. Hotels need to adapt with technology and diverse clientele strategies to enhance revenue. Sales teams are shrinking globally due to increased direct online bookings. To achieve growth, investment in sales teams and technology is crucial for maintaining competitive advantage and resilience in fluctuating markets.

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2025 Black Friday Report: Hotels With Website Campaigns Grew Direct Revenue by 60.5%

📅 Hotels worldwide saw significant gains during the 2025 Black Friday period (Nov. 18–Dec. 2). Participating hotels experienced a 30.8% increase in direct bookings versus a 2.8% increase for non-participants. Search engagement grew by 16.2% for campaign hotels, while their conversion rates improved by 21.3%, with a 56.6% boost in booking engine conversions. Revenue per user rose by 56.3%, leading to a 60.5% surge in direct revenue for those with targeted offers.

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For Gen Z, travel as important as career, according to Global Hotel Alliance survey

🌍 In 2026, global travel trends show a shift towards personal, meaningful travel. With over 34 million Global Hotel Alliance members, 65% say travel reflects identity, and nearly 90% agree or are neutral. Leisure trips (average six per year) surpass business trips (four per year), with Gen Z prioritizing travel over career. Sixty-two percent prefer new destinations, and 79% opt for quality upgrades. Technology adoption is high, with 60% using AI tools. Top travel regions: Asia, led by Japan (14%).

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Hotel Availability Near College Campuses – A Mews Study

???? In 2025, over 1.3 million applicants submitted 8.5 million college applications in the U.S., fueling demand for nearby accommodations. However, only 25% of hotels are within two miles of top campuses. The University of Hawaii boasts 91% hotel proximity, while Yeshiva University has the lowest. Parking is available at 90% of hotels. New hotels or improved offerings can capitalize on underserved markets, particularly at institutions like the University of Chicago and Johns Hopkins University.

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Global Hotel Supply 2024/2025

🏨 Globally, hotel supply varies. In 2024, the US has around 60,000 hotels and 5.7 million rooms, with 70% chain-affiliated. Europe has 200,000 hotels and 6.5 million rooms, mostly independent. China leads with 320,000 hotels and 16.5 million rooms, though only 40% are in chains. Asia Pacific and the Middle East, particularly Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Egypt, are experiencing rapid growth, with the latter's construction pipelines exceeding 160,000 rooms. The global hotel market anticipates a 5% CAGR towards 2030.

Hotel market “rewards differentiation and punishes mediocrity”

🏨 UK hotel market remains resilient with strong demand, buoyant occupancy, and a weak sterling boosting tourism and investment. The event, held at Leumi UK's London headquarters, highlighted challenges like payroll inflation and energy costs. Digital transformation is seen as an opportunity, while restaurants pose profit challenges. Extended-stay accommodations perform well, though education on operating models is needed. Debt providers offer short-term financing with greater headroom for cost volatility.

High-value repositioning underscores Berlin’s luxury demand

🏨 Berlin, 2023: The Hotel de Rome, built in 1889, will transition to Four Seasons, undergoing a redesign by Humbert & Poyet. The project will reconfigure 140 rooms, add three new dining venues, and preserve architectural features. Gruppo Statuto, with a portfolio including the Mandarin Oriental Paris, leads this repositioning. General Manager Christian Poda will oversee operations. This aligns with Berlin's luxury market evolution and Four Seasons' EMEA strategy, enhancing Berlin's appeal to high-end travelers and investors.

Hilton captures rising demand for experience-led luxury travel

🏨 Hilton’s luxury segment saw strong performance in 2025, setting a positive outlook for 2026. Key hotel openings include Waldorf Astoria Seychelles (2025), Osaka (2026), and Jaipur (2027); Conrad Orlando (2025), Chongqing (2026), and Budapest (2026); LXR Tokyo (2026), Diriyah (2026), and Bali Ubud (2027). Growth is fueled by demand for multigenerational, solo, and culturally immersive travel experiences, with expansion in EMEA, Asia, and island destinations.

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Autumn leaves still green for European hospitality

📈 October, European cities saw strong corporate demand post-summer. Inflation eased to 2.1% in the euro area. Growth in hospitality outpaced CPI, driven by metropolitan areas and upper segments, while the budget segment struggled. Germany rebounded, Spain's northern cities thrived, and North-Western Europe's business hubs contributed to growth.

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#hospitalitymanagement #experience #onlinereview #human | Thibault Catala | 11 comments

📈 In 2022, a European study highlighted breakfast as a top-3 hotel selection driver, following location and price/value. Reviews impact demand and RevPAR, with 80%+ of travelers trusting online reviews more than official websites. Most negative reviews stem from service quality. Reputation influences profitability, and review scores predict satisfaction and return intention. Hospitality success hinges on human emotions, not just tech or revenue management, emphasizing the industry’s human-centric nature.

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