Canary Technologies has announced the acquisition of OpenKey’s assets as part of its strategy to expand and strengthen its hotel mobile key technology offerings. Through this move, the company aims to broaden the capabilities of its existing Mobile Key platform and support a wider range of door lock manufacturers and models across hotels worldwide.
As a result, the integration of OpenKey’s solutions and partnerships will expand global access to Canary’s AI-driven Guest Management System. In turn, hoteliers will be able to deliver more seamless and connected digital experiences throughout the guest journey.
Moreover, the enhanced platform will continue to offer a comprehensive suite of tools, including AI Guest Messaging, Mobile Check-In, Dynamic Upsells, and Digital Tipping. Together, these solutions enable hotels to manage guest interactions more efficiently while improving overall satisfaction.
In addition, the inclusion of OpenKey’s technology is expected to accelerate industry-wide adoption of digital-first guest engagement strategies, all powered by Canary’s unified platform.
Commenting on the acquisition, Canary Technologies co-founder and CEO Harman Singh Narula said, “This acquisition expands our Mobile Key offerings to be the most comprehensive on the market. We’re investing in this technology to help hoteliers meet guests’ rising expectations for mobile-first guest room access. Together, we’re accelerating the transition to frictionless arrivals and a delightful hotel stay with our extensive solution set.”
Echoing this sentiment, OpenKey CEO Stephen Bodnar said, “We’ve long admired Canary’s innovation and leadership in the hotel technology industry. We’re excited to come together to enable even more hotels to deliver a seamless, end-to-end digital guest journey experience.”
Looking ahead, Canary expects the integration of OpenKey to further strengthen its product portfolio as demand continues to rise for contactless and keyless hotel experiences. Consequently, hotels can better respond to evolving guest preferences for convenience and speed.
Currently, Canary’s AI-powered Guest Management Platform serves more than 20,000 hotels across over 100 countries. Furthermore, the company digitises guest touchpoints for leading global brands, including Intercontinental Hotel Group, Four Seasons, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International, BWH Hotels, and others.
