Hotel's robot butler goes viral on TikTok

Would you answer the door for a robot? What if he was bringing you a toothbrush or another hotel amenity? Find out how guests are reacting to automated service at hotels in today's edition of Mint Pillow.

In today's newsletter:
🌲 Denver hotel sets green standard
🤖 Robo-butler charms social media
🏨 Designers create remote work spaces
📈 The rise in demand for hotel jobs
📚 Hotel personalizes guest books

Eco-chic design drives sustainability at Denver hotel

Denver's carbon-positive Populus hotel has unveiled eco-chic interiors emphasizing sustainability and style. Developed by Urban Villages, the independent hotel's natural-themed spaces feature reclaimed materials and other eco-friendly elements throughout its 265 rooms. Populus has also planted 70,000 trees to offset carbon emissions and plans to maintain its carbon-positive status in part through renewable energy sources.

Read more about the renovation at Travel + Leisure.

Study reveals increased demand for hotel jobs

The AHLA Foundation's recent research forecasts robust job demand within the hotel industry over the next five years, exceeding overall market growth. The study unveils an interactive dashboard facilitating exploration of hospitality careers, particularly highlighting entry-level opportunities and pathways for advancement. With a projected 12% job growth in the hotel industry, notably in roles not necessitating college degrees, the findings underscore the industry's potential as a driver of upward mobility and offer an attractive landscape in hospitality.

Join the conversation at Hotel Management.

Chicago hotel's adorable robot butler gains TikTok fame 

Botlr the robot butler, featured in a TikTok video delivering room service at the Aloft Chicago Mag Mile hotel, has gained viral attention with 4.6 million views. Resembling R2-D2, the Botlr is part of the hotel's service offerings, delivering items like toothbrushes and snacks to guests' rooms within minutes. 

Read more about this tech at Newsweek.

Designers innovate hotel spaces for guests' remote work

As remote and hybrid work trends persist, hospitality spaces are evolving to include diverse seating layouts, private zones for meetings, and amenities like accessible power outlets and reliable Wi-Fi to support remote work. The shift towards accommodating remote work is also influencing wellness spaces within hotels, with a focus on biophilic design elements, and cozy, nature-inspired aesthetics to enhance guest comfort and relaxation.

Learn more about this trend at CoStar.

Montage Hotels offers curated book experience for guests

Montage Hotels & Resorts has teamed up with Zibby Media to provide curated books for its guests, available for purchase both on-site and online. The partnership aims to enhance the guest experience by offering a selection of adult and children's books inspired by each destination, aligning with Montage's commitment to personalized service.

Read more about this property at Hotel Business. 

💯 Enjoying Mint Pillow? Share it with a friend.
👋 Have a story idea or want to say hello? Email us at newsletter@mintpillow.co