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Analysis, commentary and perspectives on the evolving hotel industry. Explore our collected publications.

Market Intelligence · 10.07.2026 · 7 min

Hotel 2026: six forces that re-design asset performance

Between macroeconomic prudence and recomposition of demand, the hotel sector is entering a demanding phase of maturity. More measured RevPAR growth, greater regional disparities, increased data and energy transition: these are the six forces that every investor, owner and operator must integrate into its 2026 decisions.

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Innovation · 01.07.2026 · 8 min

Artificial intelligence and hospitality: moving from fashion to profitability

AI has won in hotel speeches at a remarkable speed. But between the promises of software vendors and the operational reality of the teams, the gap is often substantial. Here is a concrete guide to identify truly profitable uses, avoid costly gadgets and build a data strategy that takes time.

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Design & Deco · 28.06.2026 · 6 min

Hotel design 2025-2026: the end of the standardized decor

The cold minimalism that has dominated premium hotels for 15 years gives way to something warmer, more tactile, more anchored. Modern heritage, natural materials, local craftsmanship and deep palettes: here is how to create a memorable universe without falling into the fashion effect.

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Design & Deco · 15.06.2026 · 8 min

Quiet luxury, mastered maximalism and local craftsmanship: the three languages of the new premium hotel

Three aesthetic directions now dominate the conversation in the high-end hotel industry. Each has its own codes, materials, level of investment and risks. Understanding their differences, and choosing the right one for your asset, is both a strategic and artistic decision.

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Operations · 30.05.2026 · 7 min

The lobby is no longer a lobby: how to turn underused spaces into income centres

The traditional hotel lobby, a few armchairs around a deserted reception, is disappearing. Instead, hybrid and multifunctional spaces are emerging that generate revenue all day long, keep local customers loyal and tell the identity of the hotel every hour.

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Trends · 15.05.2026 · 6 min

Wellness, sleep and recovery: the new hotel room standards

The room is no longer a place where you sleep by default: it is an environment where you recover by design. Acoustics, bedding, circadian light, air, healthy materials, mobility space, immersive bathroom: here are the investments that make the difference between a correct room and a memorable room.

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Design & Deco · 28.04.2026 · 8 min

Design & hospitality: how space tells an experience

In contemporary hotels, design is no longer an aesthetic dress. It is a strategic tool that programs customer experience, justifies the pricing strategy and structures competitive differentiation.

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Investment · 10.02.2026 · 9 min

RevPAR is no longer enough: 5 indicators investors really look at

RevPAR has long dominated the evaluation of hotel performance. But institutional investors are now looking at other metrics (TRevPAR, GOPPAR, NRevPAR) to measure real value creation.

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Market Intelligence · 22.09.2025 · 13 min

Hotel Feasibility: the 8 mistakes that make projects fail

Every year, dozens of well-intentioned hotel projects stop for lack of solid feasibility. Analysis of the 8 most common errors, and how to avoid them before signing anything.

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Investment · 15.03.2025 · 11 min

Financing a hotel project in 2025: senior debt, mezzanine and equity

The financial structure of a hotel project is no longer limited to the negotiation of a bank loan. Between senior debt, mezzanine and equity, project promoters have access to an arsenal of solutions, provided they master the risk logics of each compartment.

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