Hotels Transform F&B from Amenity to Profit Center

Belvilla Makes U.S. Market Entry with Select Properties

European short-term rental and apart-hotel brand Belvilla has entered the U.S. hospitality market after securing 10 properties through the Sonder bankruptcy process. The initial operational phase includes three properties — The Dutch and Court Square in Long Island City, Queens, and The Louie Hotel in New Orleans — under Belvilla’s Belvilla District 6 brand. This move marks the company’s first presence outside Europe. Belvilla is taking a measured expansion approach, focusing on properties that meet its financial and operational criteria. Read more.

Mews Named Official PMS for AAHOA Members

The Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA), which represents more than 60% of U.S. hotels and over 36,000 properties nationwide, has named Mews as its official Property Management System (PMS). The partnership gives members access to exclusive pricing, rapid onboarding support, and a cloud-based platform designed to help operators run leaner teams. Mews also provides integrated revenue management tools to support smarter pricing decisions in a tighter margin environment. AAHOA leadership emphasized that rising labor costs and operational pressures require modern systems that drive measurable financial results. Read more.

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Canada Hotels See Strongest Occupancy Growth Since Mid-2025

Canada’s hotel industry reported its highest year-over-year occupancy increase since July 2025 based on January 2026 data from CoStar. Occupancy rose to 51.5 %, up about 3.1 % from the prior year, while the average daily rate (ADR) reached CAD 188.98 and RevPAR climbed nearly 7.9 %. Regional performance varied, with Manitoba showing the largest gains in occupancy, ADR, and RevPAR. Major markets like Vancouver and Edmonton also saw notable improvements in key metrics. The data indicates continued demand growth as hotels benefit from travel trends and seasonal dynamics. Read more.

Anantara Signs Landmark Perth Hotel

Minor Hotels has signed a deal to bring its luxury Anantara Hotels & Resorts brand to Perth, Australia, marking the brand’s first property in the country. The new build will be part of the AUD $3.8 billion Burswood Point waterfront development on the Swan River and is slated to open in 2032. The 150-room property will feature two destination restaurants, a spa, a fitness centre, and a swimming pool, designed with contemporary architecture and sustainable practices. It is expected to serve both leisure and business travellers and help anchor Perth’s growth as a tourism and entertainment hub. Read more.

Hotels Transform F&B from Amenity to Profit Center

Hotel operators are shifting how they view food & beverage (F&B) offerings, moving beyond treating them as support services to positioning them as key revenue drivers. Industry leaders highlight the need to integrate F&B concepts into the core commercial strategy, linking them with guest experience and local demand. Rather than seeing restaurants and bars as cost centers, successful properties design F&B spaces to attract both guests and locals, enhancing brand identity and increasing revenue. This change reflects broader trends toward monetizing all parts of the hotel property and building diversified income streams beyond room nights. Read more.

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