Humanoid robots are having a moment. At CES 2026, the latest generation of human-shaped machines walked, gestured, carried objects, and interacted with people in ways that felt far more practical than theatrical. Unlike delivery carts or warehouse robots that have been around for years, humanoid robots are designed to move through spaces built for people. That distinction matters for commercial real estate. And nowhere is it more relevant than in the comparison between hospitality, where early adoption is already underway, and multifamily, where interest is growing but deployment remains cautious.Hotels have become the testing ground for humanoid robotics because their operating environments reward consistency and visibility. Guests expect service, hallways are designed for circulation, and tasks repeat themselves every day. In many hotels, robots already deliver towels, toiletries, and room service. While many of these systems are not fully humanoid, the industry is now experimenting with robots that look and move more like people because they can navigate elevators, open doors, and interact with guests more naturally. That humanlike form is not about novelty alone. It reduces friction in buildings designed for upright movement, eye-level interaction, and hand-based tasks...
RSK: I can totally see these robots in multi-family settings. Grass mowing, snow removal, security on and on...
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