Hi there, welcome to RemoteHotelier. The Skift Global Forum didn’t disappoint. Brian Chesky (Airbnb’s CEO) was one of the main protagonists and he used the occasion to reveal a major surprise for hoteliers. Shiji and Amadeus are also bringing forward an initiative that deserves attention.
This week, I’m also sharing something new that I hope you find valuable, a hotel tech job board section. More about this below. Let’s get started!
In today’s newsletter:
🛏️ Airbnb sets sights on hotel listings
🛠️ Amadeus and Shiji simplify hotel tech
🤖 Booking bets on agentic AI
💼 + 3 new jobs in hotel tech
🏨 + 5 deals & updates
🗞️ + 4 hotel tech extra news
#1 Airbnb sets sights on hotel listings.
Brian Chesky announces Airbnb is working on a dedicated hotel interface to connect hotel inventory to its platform.
Chesky says the goal is to make the hotel onboarding process much easier.
The company wants to address gaps in its current system that frustrate hotel operators.
This improved interface could let Airbnb compete directly with Booking.com and Expedia for hotel listings.
The launch date hasn’t been announced yet, but the project is a top priority for Airbnb.
This is part of Airbnb’s plan to become an all-in-one app with services like private chefs and photographers.
Why this matters: For years, Airbnb has tried to eat hotel demand. With this move, it seems they’re inviting hotels to profit from their ecosystem. Competition with Booking and Expedia means hoteliers may see better terms or more negotiating power if this strategy gets traction.
#2 Amadeus and Shiji simplify hotel tech.
Amadeus and Shiji partner to deliver a single hospitality technology suite, unifying systems and enabling personalized guest experiences for hotels worldwide.
The partnership makes Amadeus CRS the master for inventory, rates, and availability.
Hotels will manage more technology needs through a single provider, reducing vendor complexity and fragmentation.
The collaboration offers global reach, promising consistent support and a dedicated service for international hotel chains.
By the way, Amadeus has been very active this year.
Why this matters: If this partnership delivers, we could see international chains going down this path. Having one source of truth could mean fewer costly mistakes and less staff frustration, and that’s something hotel companies are willing to invest millions on.
#3 Booking bets on agentic AI.
Booking Holdings invests in agentic AI to create personalized travel services that challenge tech giants like Google and OpenAI.
The new agentic AI will handle hotel bookings, flights, and full trip planning for users.
Booking is working with Microsoft and Amazon to build this advanced AI.
This move aims to raise customer loyalty and set higher standards in the online travel industry.
Why this matters: If AI decides where guests book, then being visible in these systems could be as important as SEO or OTA ranking is today. Hoteliers need to watch closely how agentic AI sets its criteria, because it can quietly reshape distribution power.
THE RESOURCE HUB
📍 Next Event: Hospitality Tech Expo (30 Sept–1 Oct 2025).
📅 2025/2026 hotel tech event calendar.
💼 Hotel tech companies offering remote jobs.
💲 RMS comparison spreadsheet.
💻 Cloud PMS comparison spreadsheet.
🏨 DEALS & UPDATES
Triptease partners with Hospitality Solutions to merge their tech, providing hotels with new tools to boost direct bookings and improve guest experiences.
Quore celebrates the International Housekeeping Week by introducing new tools designed to improve communication, workload distribution, and job satisfaction in housekeeping.
RoomPriceGenie launches a group displacement calculator for its RMS, helping hoteliers compare group versus individual bookings.
RMS partners with SiteMinder, merging automation and real-time integration for hoteliers.
HEI Hotels & Resorts partners with IRIS Software Systems to launch F&B mobile ordering at 20 properties.
💼 HOTEL TECH JOB BOARD
New section! The plan is to curate a few hotel tech jobs every week that can be interesting for hoteliers looking for a change and hotel tech professionals looking for new opportunities.
If this is useful for you, I might even make a dedicated site with more options for you. It all depends on your feedback. If you want to say or suggest something, feel free to reply to this email or send me a message.
🗞️ HOTEL TECH EXTRAS
Marriott invests in generative AI and stronger cybersecurity, aiming to set new digital standards in hospitality.
Kayak will launch an AI natural language search tool soon, letting users book hotels with conversational queries.
According to this report, 53% of hospitality executives believe technology boosts profitability by improving productivity, guest experience, and cost control, despite concerns over outdated systems and data quality.
Cendyn reports a 19% drop in hotel acquisition costs and a 262% jump in conversions thanks to AI-driven marketing, despite rising media spending and intense online competition.
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