Canary Technologies Wins American Hotel & Lodging Association Tech Acceleration Award

SAN FRANCISCO, CA — Canary Technologies, the award-winning AI-powered Guest Management System for hospitality, has been named the winner of the American Hotel & Lodging Association’s (AHLA) Technology Acceleration Award.

The award, voted on by AHLA’s T100 leadership team, recognizes the most impactful adoption and use of Hospitality Technology Next Generation (HTNG) standards and best practices. Canary and its AI-powered Guest Management System platform was recognized for utilizing HTNG AI for Hospitality best practices to automate guest communications across voice, chat, and messaging platforms.

The recognition further solidifies Canary's role as a strategic technology partner to the world’s leading hotel brands and underscores its leadership in driving AI adoption in hotels across the globe.

AI is ushering in a new era of hospitality, where technology amplifies the human touch and elevates every guest interaction. At Canary, we’re defining a new standard where intelligent technology drives speed, personalization and genuine connection throughout the guest journey. This recognition reflects the transformation already underway as hospitality evolves through AI purpose-built for hotels. Harman Singh Narula, CEO and Co-founder of Canary Technologies

Canary’s AI-powered Guest Management System includes AI Guest Messaging, AI Voice and AI Webchat, which make it possible for hotels to automate common inquiries, increase revenue and provide a modern guest experience through personalization. Trusted by more than 20,000 hotels around the world, Canary partners with some of the world’s biggest brands, including Marriott International, BWH Hotels and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts.

The Technology Acceleration Award celebrates companies setting a new benchmark for innovation in hospitality. Canary Technologies exemplifies what’s possible when purpose-built AI is applied thoughtfully and strategically. Their commitment to advancing HTNG standards and delivering real-world impact for hoteliers makes them a standout in the industry’s ongoing digital transformation. David Sjolander, VP, HTNG Operations at AHLA

From managing guest inquiries to reducing front desk workloads, Canary AI drives efficiency, scales hotel communication and enables more personalized guest interactions. To learn more about Canary AI, visit our website.