Volume 06

30.04

.2025

Amsterdam

Volume 06

Amsterdam

30.04.2025

A note from
Matt and Richard 

Unfold 2025 was, above all else, a reminder of what a privilege it is to partner with so many incredible hoteliers and technology experts.

It's such a joy to come together and celebrate our collective successes as we continue to seek new and innovative ways to move our industry forward. This year's event was a timely reminder that unique hospitality comes from people. Only by empowering staff and working together can we create unforgettable experiences.

Thank you to everyone who joined us on the day, and to all those who help us push for more.

Matt and Richard

Five key takeaways from Unfold

Hospitality is a verb

Hospitality isn’t something you offer – it’s something you do. Craft moments that are personal, meaningful and unforgettable.

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Use technology to empower people, not replace them.

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Delight through small, unexpected gestures that show you really know your guests.

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Think beyond transactions and build lifelong relationships.

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Personalization demands trust

True personalization builds connection, but only when it’s rooted in respect. Data is powerful, but trust is essential.

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Be transparent about how you use guest data.

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Be bold in creating personal touches, but...

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Use insights to spark joy, not to cross boundaries.

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Growth requires flexibility

The most successful hospitality leaders today are agile, imaginative, and unafraid to experiment.

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Think beyond rooms: monetize experiences, moments and memories.

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Move fast and adapt faster – agility is your advantage.

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Embrace GenAI and new tech to meet rising guest expectations.

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Start locally, resonate globally

Properties with deep community roots create stronger, more meaningful guest experiences.

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Celebrate and elevate your local culture and people.

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Build hotels that are part of the neighborhood, not just in it.

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Local stories are more authentic and make a global impact.

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AI can make us more human

AI isn’t about replacing people, it’s about augmenting them. The best technology amplifies empathy.

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Hire for emotional intelligence, not just experience or technical expertise.

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Use tools that enhance human touch, not hide it.

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Empower staff to be the best version of themselves, not just efficient workers.

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Mews Awards

The Unfold Awards celebrate the achievements of remarkable Mews hoteliers. Huge congratulations to this year's winners and finalists.

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Habyt

Most Innovative Brand

Winner: Habyt

Finalists:
Zedwell Hotels, Lylo

Montestyria

Most Hospitable Brand

Winner: Hotel Montestyria Chalets & Suites

Finalists:
The Dylan, Maison Mère

Hey Lou

Most Innovative Integration

Winner: Hey Lou

Finalists:
Bloc Hotels, Finn Lough

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Most Innovative Hotelier

Winner: Charlie MacGregor (The Social Hub)

Finalists:
K&N Richter-Wallmann (Hotel zum Hirschen), Martin Kemmer (Hey Lou)

Lake lodge

Social Impact Leader

Winner: Haltia Lake Lodge

Finalists:
Comfort Hotel Solna, Bob W

Three-word reviews

We asked attendees to describe Unfold in three words:

"Networking, busy, inspiring"

Bookboost

Bookboost

"Time well spent"

Maritim

Maritim Hotelgesellschaft mbH

"Inspired till 2026"

H&H

H&Hotels s.r.o.

"Community, Fun, Innovative"

Bloc

Bloc Hotels

"Exciting, inspiring, empowering"

Penta

Penta Hotels Worldwide GmbH

"Innovative, Authentic, Collaborative"

ODE

ODE Places

"Inspiring, valuable, 'mewsy'"

Aplend

APLEND

"Motivating, inspiring and energizing"

Design Hotels (1)

Design Hotels GmbH

"Energetic, dynamic, kind"

Quality Lodgings

Quality Lodgings

"Seemless, comfortable, welcoming"

Conscious Hotels

Conscious Hotels

"Inspiring, future-proof, entertaining"

Puro

Puro

"Empowering, Heartfelt, Transformative"

HEIMR Collection

HEIMR Collection

"Friends Future TECH"

HDC

HDC Hospitality

See you again in 2026

Now that you've soaked in the unforgettable atmosphere of Unfold 2025, skipping the next edition is out of the question. Register to be the first to know as the 2026 edition unfolds.

Unfold Speakers

Choice
Criterion
Deloitte
Design Hotels
Enismore
EttHem
Habyt
L_R_Hotels
Lark
Machefert
Maison_Mere
Mr Green
Penta Hotels
Practice Hospitality
Radisson Hotels
Skift
StayPineapple
Strawberry
Thayer Ventures

Unfold Partners

Revinate
Bookboost
Canary
Customer Alliance
Event Temple
Flexkeeping
Gauvendi
Hotel for Trees
Hospitality Net
Hotelkit
IDeas
Lighthouse
Omniboost
Plusgrade
Siteminder
Sweeply
Tripleseat
Trybe
Vingcard

Learn more about Mews

Ready to take the first step towards a more efficient, flexible, guest-centric approach to hospitality?