W Hong Kong, in partnership with SmarTone, offers guests high-speed 5G connectivity and innovative features like a 5G-powered service robot to enhance the guest experience and promote digital engagement. However, challenges include limited guest awareness of 5G benefits, the risk of losing competitive advantage as 5G becomes standard in hotels, and operational vulnerabilities if the network provider experiences service disruptions.
Since the 2012 London Olympics, Holiday Inn London has partnered with Aurasma to offer augmented reality experiences, enabling guests to virtually interact with Olympic athletes through the hotel app. While this AR initiative increased revenue and attracted tech-savvy guests, maintaining long-term interest requires continuous investment in new, engaging AR content.