Actabl and Reeco have launched a partnership connecting ProfitSword's forecasting platform with Reeco's AI-powered procure-to-pay system. The integration allows hotel teams to compare purchasing activity against current financial forecasts before orders are finalized. Potential spending overruns can be flagged automatically, giving operators a chance to review purchases before they affect budgets. The partnership aims to connect forecasting, procurement and financial controls more closely within hotel operations. Read more.

Seneca Resorts & Casinos is investing $47 million to renovate 594 rooms and suites at Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino in Niagara Falls. The project will cover 22 floors and about 394,000 square feet of guest space. Work is scheduled to begin in October and will be completed in phases, with the full project expected to finish in December 2027. The renovation is part of a wider investment program across the Seneca Nation's Western New York properties. Read more.

The Boutique Lifestyle and Lodging Association has announced the theme for its 17th annual Boutique Hotel Owners Conference: “The Age of Wonder.” The event is scheduled for October 19–20 at the Westlake Village Inn in Southern California. The conference will bring together boutique hotel owners and industry leaders to discuss new ideas and changes affecting independent hospitality. The theme reflects the industry's focus on creativity, guest experience and fresh approaches to hotel operations. Read more.

The Palace Hotel in Odessa, Washington, is on the market for $195,000 after sitting vacant in recent years. Built in 1917, the 22-bedroom property operated as a family-run hotel for nearly 50 years. The 4,572-square-foot building retains period features including a grand staircase, original millwork, built-ins and coffered ceilings. It also has seven bathrooms, formal living and dining rooms, kitchens and two covered front porches. The property could be restored, redeveloped or converted for another use, subject to local zoning and approvals. Read more.

voco The Franklin New York has completed a renovation of its 49 guestrooms, lobby and public areas. The Upper East Side property is the first voco hotel in the Americas and occupies a historic 1929 brownstone. The redesign combines a vintage New York style with updated finishes and modern touches while retaining the building's historic character. The project gives the boutique hotel a refreshed guest experience without moving away from its established identity. Read more.

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