As we head into 2026, guest expectations are rising and hotels need technology that works harder behind the scenes, making the guest journey feel effortless and intuitive.

Here, IRIS breaks down what’s firmly in and what’s on the way out for mobile ordering and digital guest directories. The message is clear: 2026 will belong to hotels that reduce complexity, empower their teams, and give guests more control, choice and convenience at every touchpoint.

The holiday season is a golden opportunity for hotels to delight guests, unwrap additional revenue, and deliver exceptional service at every touchpoint.

Find out how with mobile ordering and digital guest directories!

As hotels prepare budgets for 2026, one question stands out: How do you deliver more with less?
A digital F&B ordering platform is a small outlay with a proven, powerful return, but how do you choose the right solution for your hotel or resort?

Check out our practical guide here.

Travelling with toddlers, teens, and grandparents? Mobile ordering makes it easier.

From poolside snacks and hotel activities to dinner reservations and local attractions, here’s how one digital tool helps families relax their way - while hotels boost efficiency, revenue, and reviews.

It’s no surprise that guest expectations are evolving fast - and technology is evolving even faster.

Check out IRIS’s suite of powerful new features designed to deliver measurable improvements in guest satisfaction, operational efficiency, and ancillary revenue.

Empower guests to manage their stay on their terms and provide a consistent, group-wide guest experience across every property.

Hotel groups require more than simple, stand-alone mobile ordering add-ons. They need feature rich, tech-agnostic solutions to empower them to deliver a more consistent, seamless guest experience.

Find out how platforms with advanced features and group-wide capabilities enable groups to unlock the full potential of their operations.

How can hotels boost revenue streams and heighten guest convenience from every corner of the property - from pool decks and beaches, to lobbies and meeting rooms?

Look beyond room revenue and uncover a wealth of opportunities to drive growth and unlock new opportunities…

Ahead of the summer season, now is the time to invest in a digital strategy that focuses on seasonal menus, guest experiences and mobile ordering that delivers greater efficiency and satisfaction on both sides of the menu (for staff and guests) and ensures you will be basking in summer profits!

Check out our top five tips for increasing your F&B revenues this summer.

Hotels are embracing sustainability, and digital tools are key. Replacing paper directories and menus with mobile ordering and digital concierge services significantly reduces waste. This shift not only aligns with guest expectations for 'greener experiences' but also helps hotels minimise their environmental impact.

We have an exciting few months ahead as we attend some key events across the world.

Our magic makers are out in full force, meeting hoteliers, sharing insights and showcasing our mobile ordering magic. We’d love to meet you - find out where we’re at here.

As average daily rates (ADRs) peak, operators will look to expand their revenue capabilities beyond the guestroom and adopt a strategic approach to achieve just that. It’s what guests are expecting and it’s what operators are deploying to free up staff time and become more efficient.

Here’s our top 10 tips that will maximise F&B revenue, along with actionable steps for hoteliers to implement.

How can operators expand non-room revenue and where will the opportunities for revenue growth beyond rooms be in the year ahead? Will diversification (not just in terms of ancillary revenue channels, but also differentiating and personalising the content and online ordering experience) be the key?

With the advance of mobile technology and popularity of digital directories, how can hoteliers harness their potential to keep guests informed and drive engagement with the hotel’s services? Here are our top ten tips and strategies to achieving success with an all-in-one comprehensive digital solution.

We sat down with ExploreTECH to discuss how our innovative mobile concierge and guest experience platform is helping hotels streamline operations, increase revenue, and enhance the guest experience.

As a new season approaches, are you up to date on guest behaviours and mobile ordering to maximise every sales opportunity? Here's our top tips to help you drive spend and profitability across your F&B operations.