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Interview on The Hotel Magazine 800 1136 HotelREZ

Interview on The Hotel Magazine

Over 2,500 hotels. In 100+ countries. Twenty years. Two decades on from founding HotelREZ, our CEO Mark Lewis chatted with The Hotel Magazine about how hotels can improve their profitability, changes in the hospitality industry, and the impact of technology on hotel operations and the guest experience. Read the interview in the May issue, out…

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Independent hoteliers see GDS bookings rise 34.5%

HotelREZ marks 20 years with a resurgence in GDS bookings New insights report highlights strength of GDS for independent accommodation providers The Global Distribution System (GDS) is continuing to perform for independent accommodation providers with reservations up 34.5% in the past year and up 4.2% on 2019 pre-pandemic levels, according to HotelREZ Hotels & Resorts’…

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Why a Global Distribution System (GDS) matters for independent hotels 2048 1365 HotelREZ

Why a Global Distribution System (GDS) matters for independent hotels

In today’s competitive hospitality market, standing out and securing bookings across different markets is more important than ever. A Global Distribution System (GDS) offers independent hotels a powerful gateway to expand their reach, increase occupancy, and drive more revenue. At HotelREZ Hotels & Resorts, we empower independent hotels to tap into the potential of GDS…

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Celebrating Recognition in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024

Following our recent recognition in The Caterer’s prestigious “Best Places to Work in Hospitality” list, we are excited to share that we have also been named by The Times and The Sunday Times as one of the “Best Places to Work in the UK” for 2024. This dual recognition highlights our ongoing commitment to creating…

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The future of GDS in hospitality: What independent hotels need to know 2048 1365 HotelREZ

The future of GDS in hospitality: What independent hotels need to know

The world of hospitality distribution is evolving fast, and the Global Distribution System (GDS) is transforming right alongside it. For independent hotels, staying ahead of these changes is critical to remaining competitive, increasing revenue, and reaching a wider audience. At HotelREZ Hotels & Resorts, we ensure our hotel partners are always positioned to take advantage…

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HotelREZ and Sabre agree to Renew Decade-Long Technology Partnership

SOUTHLAKE, Texas and LONDON – Mar 26, 2024 – Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading software and technology provider powering the global travel industry, announced the renewal of the longstanding technology partnership between HotelREZ, one of the world’s largest and fastest growing hotel representation companies, dedicated to connecting independent properties with bookers worldwide, and Sabre…

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Why chasing corporate travel contracts alone is tough 2048 1365 HotelREZ

Why chasing corporate travel contracts alone is tough

If you have ever tried to secure corporate travel contracts for your hotel, you already know the reality, it is time-consuming, competitive and sometimes feels like a closed club that is hard to break into. Building the right relationships, understanding RFP (Request for Proposal) processes and getting your hotel in front of the right corporate…

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HotelREZ names Sharon Rubin as new VP of Product Development 290 316 HotelREZ

HotelREZ names Sharon Rubin as new VP of Product Development

Rubin heads up a new Product Development team Hotel representation company HotelREZ Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel representation companies, has announced Sharon Rubin’s return after a five-year break. Rubin has been appointed to the new role of Vice President of Product Development. A passionate strategist with over 20 years’ experience in…

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HotelREZ outpaces market at 52% growth

Industry stalwart goes from strength to strength as hoteliers focus on reducing cost of sale and maximising booking values London, UK – 5th February 2024: HotelREZ Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel representation companies, has outpaced the market with 52% revenue growth with reservations up by over 42% in the past 12-months.…

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HotelREZ the 15th largest hotel company worldwide!

HotelREZ Hotels & Resorts will be celebrating as we are now officially the 15th largest hotel company worldwide! The official Guide on the “Top 500” can be seen in the July digital edition of the HOTELS magazine Founded in 2004 by Mark Lewis, HotelREZ Hotels & Resorts continues to grow as we care about our…

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