In an environment where every day and every dollar are scrutinized more than ever, hoteliers are challenged to get properties open just as seamlessly and often with fewer resources.

Using the Omni Chicago Hotel's new ORION system, guests can access a variety of services, from ordering fresh-made soup and salad to valet and housekeeping requests.

Green takes on many forms in hospitality. For the boutique hotelier, it can be a point of differentiation from powerful brands and other direct competitors.

PrintSpots mobile printing lets guests print at Hilton Garden Inn business centers.

If a hotel does not present a positive impression over the telephone for inquiry callers, many guests will decide to call elsewhere.

Winning design strategies on display in the U.S. Green Building Council Sustainable Suite include an "all-off" switch to ensure lights are automatically turned-off based on passive infrared sensors and room conditioning equipped by a four-pipe horizontal fan-coil system.

Travelzoo is helping eco-conscious travelers with an Earth Day hotel deals website, featuring deals only from LEED-certified hotels.

SkataProducts introduces a Decorative Wall Stamp that has been named an endorser program by the EPA WasteWise program.

Performed by auditors from EcoGreenHotel, the Sustainability Audit is a comprehensive review of the hotel's current environmental initiatives, which also includes meeting the eight EcoRooms & EcoSuites criteria.

The New York State Hospitality & Tourism Association's 2009 Good Earthkeeping Award recognizes lodging properties that have developed a culture of improving everyday operations and the bottom line in an effort to be more environmentally conscious.