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Drury Hotels Launches AI-Powered ChatGPT Integration to Simplify Hotel Discovery and Booking
One of the first in its category to let guests book a stay through the ease of AI, guests can now search, compare, and book rooms through a natural chat experience.
ST. LOUIS, Mo. – (July 7, 2026) – Drury Hotels Company, LLC, a leading, service-oriented hospitality company with more than 150 hotels in 30 states, announces the launch of its ChatGPT app, bringing the hotel brand’s search and booking experience directly into one of the most widely used AI platforms. Developed to evolve with the ways guests research, plan, and book travel, Drury’s new integration makes it easier than ever for travelers to find, explore, and seamlessly transition to Drury's booking tool to reserve the right hotel all within a single, natural conversation.
“Today’s travelers expect to find information and make decisions quickly, wherever they are and however they’re searching,” said Ryan Schlimpert, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer of Drury Hotels. “Drury Hotels' new ChatGPT integration allows us to meet our guests at that moment of inspiration, whether they’re planning a family road trip, a business stay, or a weekend getaway, and takes them from discovery to booking with ease.”
This new application was created in partnership with Brad Brewer and Agentic Hospitality. Under a longstanding partnership, Agentic Hospitality plays a key role in Drury’s broader commitment to investing in digital tools that enable guests to research, plan, and book their trips seamlessly, with experiences customized to their specific preferences.
"Consumers are rapidly embracing AI as their first stop for travel planning, and hospitality brands need to be present where those conversations begin," said Brad Brewer, Chief AI Officer of Agentic Hospitality. "Drury Hotels understands that AI is becoming the new front door to hotel discovery. Together, we've created an experience that allows travelers to move naturally from inspiration to booking while preserving the trusted relationship between the guest and the Drury brand."
Catering to Guest Preferences
As one of the first in its category to cater to guests' emerging preferences, Drury Hotels’ ChatGPT app gives guests a conversational way to search for hotels by destination, attraction, or desired travel plans and receive personalized recommendations based on their preferences.
The app allows guests to:
- Find the right Drury hotel in the right location
- Explore hotel amenities, room types, and property features
- View real-time availability and pricing
- Compare hotels across the entire Drury portfolio
- Get personalized recommendations based on travel preferences
- Access property details, including parking, pet policies, pools, meeting space, and dining options
- Connect directly to Drury booking channels to complete reservations
“We’ve always known that a great stay begins before check-in,” added Schlimpert. “This ChatGPT integration extends Drury’s commitment to service and industry-leading hospitality into the planning process itself to ensure that our guests feel informed and confident when they are searching for their next stay.”
Improved Access and Personalization
Drury Hotels’ ChatGPT app is now available on the ChatGPT platform here or by searching for Drury Hotels in ChatGPT’s app directory. With nearly 80 percent of travelers open to AI-powered suggestions that match their personal aesthetic preferences, and with trips becoming more individual, experimental, and tailored to who travelers really are, Drury knows guests are seeking both ease and personalization.
For a complete listing of all Drury Hotels or to make reservations, visit druryhotels.com or call 1-800-DRURYINN. For information about career opportunities at Drury Hotels, please visit jobs.druryhotels.com.
About Drury Hotels
Drury Hotels Company, LLC is a Missouri-based, family-owned and operated hotel system with more than 150 hotels in 30 states. Founded in 1973, Drury Hotels Company has been recognized for its outstanding customer service and loyalty. Drury was recognized by J.D. Power in 2025 as the Number One Upscale Hotel Brand for Guest Satisfaction and by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces 2026. Brands include Drury Inn & Suites®, Drury Inn®, Drury Plaza Hotel®, Pear Tree Inn® by Drury, as well as other hotels in the mid-priced hotel segment. Drury Hotels continues to provide exceptional value for business and leisure travelers with its many free amenities – Travel Happy®. For more information, visit druryhotels.com or call 1-800-DRURYINN. Follow @druryhotels on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or LinkedIn.
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