
This report highlights the key trends in the Indian hospitality industry in 2024 along with the sector performance metrics, brand signings, and brand openings during the year. It also provides our outlook for the sector for 2025.

Will the evolving tariff situation create turbulence for the Indian hospitality sector? Read our latest article to know more.

In Focus: Singapore provides an overview of Singapore's tourism landscape and hotel market performance, infrastructure developments, hotel transactions and investments in 2024, an in-focus topic on MICE and the entertainment tourism industry, as well as an outlook.

HVS discusses the main hotel transactions that took place in 2024 and looks at the trends in single-asset and portfolio transactions over the years.

The Montréal hotel market has made a strong comeback from the pandemic, experiencing a 4.6% rise in room supply, in contrast to the declines in Downtown Toronto and Vancouver. This expansion, combined with a rebound in air travel, extensive hotel renovations, and effective tourism promotion, has positioned Montréal as the most resilient market. With substantial investments and a thriving meetings and events sector, the city’s hotel industry is undergoing a significant evolution.

'hopeful' is an annual publication launched at the HVS ANAROCK HOPE 2025 conference in February 2025. Featuring a range of articles and insights, the magazine offers valuable perspectives to guide through the changing hospitality landscape. Dive in to discover more.

Our views around the world reflect early optimism for 2025, with the anticipation of stronger transaction activity and modestly improving hotel metrics in most regions.

The Middle East's luxury hotel market is expanding, fueled by economic diversification and a growing population of high-net-worth individuals. Key destinations like the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar are experiencing significant development in luxury accommodations. However, potential oversupply in major cities could affect room rates and occupancy. The outlook remains positive, supported by continued investment in unique, high-end experiences.

The GCC region presents significant opportunities for hotel investment, driven by rapid supply growth and evolving market trends. However, challenges such as valuation mismatches, rising costs, and operational inefficiencies highlight the need for strategic approaches. Key considerations include aligning development costs with market realities, adopting modern valuation metrics, and leveraging diversified revenue streams to enhance profitability and sustain long-term growth.

The 2024 edition of the Caribbean Hotel Investment Conference & Operations Summit (CHICOS) brought over 300 attendees to the Wyndham Grand Barbados Sam Lord’s Castle All Inclusive Resort for several days of networking and industry insights from key stakeholders in the region. This article provides the major takeaways from this year’s conference.