Just as smart home hubs, robots and voice-controlled assistants are becoming prevalent in homes, an extension of this experience is being created in hotels.
Major hotels are currently in the process of adding smart assistants like Siri and Amazon Alexa to suites, which make it possible for guests to execute a variety of hands-free commands to create their optimal level of comfort and service.
While there are plenty of hotels that now give guests the option to check themselves in, others like the Henn na Hotel welcome guests with robot concierges. Robots like 'Relay' are also being integrated into the fabric of hotels, making it possible for guests to easily receive room service orders via the autonomous bot.
18 Smart Hotel Innovations
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Immersive Sci-Fi Hotels
Disney's Interactive Hotel Welcomes Fans into the World of Star Wars
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Keyless Vacation Rentals
August Home and HomeAway are Reshaping Access to Short-Term Rentals
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Travel Security Systems
'TripSafe' Introduces a Portable Security System for Use Away from Home
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Hotel Handset Gadgets
Handy Devices Provide Free Smartphone Service and Access to Other Ammenities
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Autonomous Hotel-Roaming Robots
'Relay' is Japan's Prince Hotel's Newest Bell Boy
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Hotel Delivery Robots
Savioke's Relay Concept Replaces Traditional Service Staff
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Robot-Operated Hotels
The 'Henn na Hotel' Will Be a New Addition to the Tokyo Disney Resort
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Touch-Controlled Hotel Suites
The Newest citizenM Paris Boasts Touchscreen In-Suite 'MoodPads'
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Personalized Smart Hotel Rooms
The Hilton's Smart Hotel Rooms Aim to Attract Frequent Travelers
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Hotel Room Key Apps
'SPG Keyless' Lets Guests Enter Their Rooms Using Their Smartphones
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Digitized Check-In Kiosks
These Self-Service Hotel Kiosks Replace Concierge Staff
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Smart Hotel Rooms
Best Western is Experimenting with Adding Amazon Dot to Suites
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Luxury Hotel Concierge Apps
'Conrad Concierge' is a App for Hilton's Conrad Hotels & Resorts
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Hospitality Concierge Smartphones
Momo is a Mobile Concierge for International Travellers
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In-Suite Concierge Apps
Slate is Replacing Hotel Concierges with Its New TV App
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Robot Hotel Concierges
The Hilton Hotel Has Announced a Pilot Program with IBM Watson
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Voice-Controlled Hotel Suites
This High-Tech Hotel Integrates Siri for Hands-Free Room Control
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AI-Integrated Hotel Rooms
Wynn Resort's High-Tech Hotel Rooms are Equipped with Amazon Echo
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Robot-Run Farms
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Luxury Hotel Resident Cats
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Keyless Smart Locks
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Natural Lighting Robots
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Film Franchise Kitchen Accessories
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Robotically Wheeled Jewelry
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Keyless Vacation Rentals
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Neon-Clad Entertainment Districts
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Robot-Run Indoor Farms
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High-Tech Door Bolts (UPDATE)
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Simplistic Urbanite Hotels
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Intentionally Annoying Robots
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Emoji Hotel Services
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Robotic Beauty Shop Assistants
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Epicurean Vending Machines
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Star Wars-Themed Hostels
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Casual Rooftop Beer Gardens
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Autonomous Food Delivering Robots
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Robot-Run Concept Stores
This Retail Outlet Will Be Staffed by Robot Workers
Data-Driven Retail Rewards
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Water-Testing Fish Robots
The Bio-Mimetic Robotic Fish are Laden with Sensors to Test Water Health
Converted Bus Accommodations
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Opulent Sci-Fi Chess Sets
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Robotic Coffee Brewers
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Feline Luxury Hotel Mascots
The Algonquin Hotel in NYC Has a Kitty Concierge Named Matilda
Space Mercenary-Themed Blasters
Nerf is Releasing a Star Wars Boba Fett Styled Blaster
Futuristic Postal Offices
Canada Post's New Postal Office Has a Self-Serving Shipping Kiosk
Weight-Hauling Smart Scooters
The Lightweight ET Smart Scooter Can Lug Around Heavy Payloads
Quirky Canadian Retail Concepts
The Drake General Store Sells Lovingly Curated Curiosities
Luxury Replica Sci-Fi Masks
This ELEMNT Star Wars Death Trooper Helmet is Wrapped in Python Skin
Filmic Beer Branding
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Robot-Run Recycling Plants
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Pricey Sith Lord Furniture
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Room-Reconfiguring Robotics
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Halal Hotel Amenities
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Hotel Check-in Cookie Snacks
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Self-Serve Wine Bars
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Hotel Delivery Robots
Savioke's Relay Concept Replaces Traditional Service Staff
Comprehensive HD Security Cameras
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Conceptual Futuristic Objects
This Speculative Design Exhibit Guesses the Future of Human Needs
Iconic Cinematic Dialogue Posters
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Emoji Hotel Bookings
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Luxury Disneyland Hotels
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Convenient Keyless Devices
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eCommerce Rewards Programs
Hilton Honors Members May Now Shop with Their Accrued Points on Amazon
Airport Delivery Apps
Airport Sherpa Lets You Order Food and Duty Free Items from Your Phone
Icy Spa Retreats
Finland's 'Arctic SnowHotel' Offers Guests Access to Igloos and Snow Saunas
Revamped Warehouse Theaters
Las Vegas' Cockroach Theatre Showcases Local Productions
Millennial Hotel Concepts
Marriot International's New Moxy Hotels Brand Image Targets Millennials
Personalized Smart Hotel Rooms
The Hilton's Smart Hotel Rooms Aim to Attract Frequent Travelers
Rolling Home Security Devices
The 'Orbii' Rolling Robot Keeps an Eye on Things Within the Home
Handsfree Smartphone Chargers
The Montar Air Qi Car Mount Charges Devices without Wires
DIY Security Systems
The 'Yooquik' Cloud Security System is Installed Easily by Homeowners
Robot-Run Hotels
This Bizarre Japanese Hotel is Run by Robots and Other Machines
Multi-Sensory Coffee Dispensers
These Costa Coffee Vending Machines Engage the Five Senses
DIY Cellular Security Systems
The Link Interactive Home Security Monitoring System is Easy to Use
Keyless Bluetooth Locks
The Locksmart Offers a Wireless Way to Keep Personal Belongings Safe
Beach-Themed LEGO Retreats
'LEGOLAND Beach Retreat' Features Scores of Beachy Bungalows
Keyless Check-In Systems
This New Hilton System Lets Members Check In With Their Smartphones
Self-Serve Hospitality Apps
ButlerPad is a Concierge App That Increases Self-Service Options
AI-Powered Shopping Apps
The Findy App Offers Smart Recommendations and Shows Multi-Source Content
Personalized Hospitality Apps
Hilton's 'Fun Finder' Feature Gives Activity Recommendations
Self-Serve Luggage Stations
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Venus-Exploring Concept Spacecraft
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City Concierge Apps
This Membership Club App Helps Millennials Enjoy City Events and Offerings
Digital Ordering Kiosks
These McDonald's Menu Boards Let Patrons Place Orders from Their Table
Pop Star-Inspired Skyscrapers
Melbourne's 'Premier Tower' Boasts a Form Inspired by Beyonce
Big Data Travel Platforms
'Wayblazer' Uses IBM Watson as an Intelligent Concierge
Hotel Running Programs
Guests at the Four Seasons Hotel Milano May Run with a Private Nike Coach
Luxury Hotel Wine Festivals
W Marriott Will Host a Food & Wine Festival at Its Venice Resort
Connected Keyless Bike Locks
The Lattis 'Ellipse' Smart Bike Lock Uses Your Smartphone to Unlock
Hotel Room Key Apps
'SPG Keyless' Lets Guests Enter Their Rooms Using Their Smartphones
On-Demand Concierge Apps
The Bellhop App Functions as a Personal Concierge
Folding Laundry Robots
The Laundroid Can be Preprogrammed to Fold and Put Away Clothes
Digitized Check-In Kiosks
These Self-Service Hotel Kiosks Replace Concierge Staff
Green Car-Sharing Amenities
These New York City Apartment Buildings Offer a Shared BMW Program
On-Demand Hotel Apps
The Ritz-Carlton Hotels & Resorts Mobile Hotel App Redefines Luxury Service
Convenient Hotel Apps
The Accor Hotels App Allows For Easy Access to Hotel Information
People-Powered Travel Apps
'People Make Places' is a Travel City Guide Centered Around People
Smart Hotel Rooms
Best Western is Experimenting with Adding Amazon Dot to Suites
Waste Reduction Robots
'Clarke' Can Separate Garbage from Recyclables in Landfills
On-Demand Napping Services
'Pop and Rest' is Like Airbnb for Travelers Looking to Take a Quick Nap
Rental Home Concierge Apps
'Airbnb Trips' Provides a Rounded Vacation With Touristic Suggestions
Homesickness-Curing Candles
The Lucky Bastard Goin’ Home Travel Candle Makes Anywhere Home
Luxury Hotel Concierge Apps
'Conrad Concierge' is a App for Hilton's Conrad Hotels & Resorts
Hotel Managing Apps
The House Trip App Lets Hosts Manage Their Hotels Right From Your Phone
Gift-Giving Dating Platforms
This Dating App Allows Users to Send Drinks or Flowers to Their Match
Communal Smart Locks
The 'Monkey' is a Smart Keyless Lock for Intercoms in Communal Homes
Rewarding Hotel Apps
The Marriott Uses Hotel Beacon Technology to Personalize Experiences
Immersive Sci-Fi Theme Parks
The Stars Wars Theme Park Boasts Choose Your Own Adventure Elements
Shuttlecock-Shaped Robots
This Pipeline Robot Can Be Inserted Into Fire Hydrants to Detect Leaks
Smart Conversational Robots
'Aijia Pro' Smart Robots Can Partake in Conversation and Snap Pictures
Last-Minute Hotel Apps
The DailyHotel App Helps Rushed Travelers Find Hotel Rooms
AI Security Systems
The BuddyGuard 'FLARE' Complete Home Security System is Easy to Use
Luxury Hotel Canine Concierges
The Fairmont Hotel Chain Has a Series of Canine Ambassadors
Coincidental Discovery Toys
Sony's 'toio' Lets Kids Build and Play with Robotics
Anime-Themed Pubs
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Robotic Hotel Butlers
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Car Maintenance Concierge Apps
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Dual-Purpose Home Security Cameras
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Minimalist Millennial Hotels
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Pharmacy Photo-Printing Kiosks
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Free Smartphone Campaigns
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Tech-Centered Accommodation
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Language-Teaching Robots
The 'L2TOR' Robot is Designed to Help Students Learn Languages Faster
Intuitive Indoor Security Cameras
The Foscam C1 Lite Indoor Camera Keeps an Eye on the Home
Trailblazing Automotive Startups
Jaguar's InMotion Startup Will Focus On Apps and Connectivity
Robot Hotel Concierges
The Hilton Hotel Has Announced a Pilot Program with IBM Watson
Handsfree Device Control Mounts
Logitech 'ZeroTouch' Takes Handsfree Smartphone Control to the Car
Voice-Controlled Hotel Suites
This High-Tech Hotel Integrates Siri for Hands-Free Room Control
Sail-Inspired Coastline Condos
The Via 57 West is a Multi-Use Building Focused on Sustainability
Digital Concierge Services
The Aces Concierge Service is Now Available Via the HotelTonight App
Concierge Rideshare Apps
UberLife Offers a More Rounded Travel Experience with Recommendations
AI-Integrated Hotel Rooms
Wynn Resort's High-Tech Hotel Rooms are Equipped with Amazon Echo
Robot-Run Stockrooms
This Futuristic Shoe Store by Solebox Employs Robots in the Stock Room
RFID-Duplicating Key Devices
The 'Keysy' Can Store Multiple Keycards and Key Fobs
Robotic Hotel Butlers
Aloft Hotel's 'Botlr' Robot Butler Provides Efficient, Hi-Tech Service
Heavy-Lifting Drones
The Megakopter Superdrone is Capable Of Lifting 134 Pounds of Weight
Reactive LED Facades
The Exterior of the Hotel WZ Jardins Responds to Outside Stimuli
Burglary Awareness Apps
The 'GrabMe' App Reminds Homeowners to Use Social Media Safely
Untethered Indoor Robots
The New Atlas Robot Offers Improved Balance and Functioning
Historic Hotel Cocktail Books
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