Discover the latest hotel industry trends and innovations in our dynamic seminar programme, designed for hoteliers and designers who want to stay ahead. Explore over 40 expert-led sessions covering wellness, guest experiences, profitable F&B strategies, cost-saving without compromise, artificial intelligence in hospitality, and sustainable hotel design.

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Hotel Innovation Stage Designed by Obradov Studio
    Hotel Innovation Stage Designed by Obradov Studio
    Search has changed more in the last 18 months than in the previous 18 years. AI overviews, zero-click results, conversational search, and in-chat booking journeys are fundamentally reshaping how guest …
    Hotel Innovation Stage Designed by Obradov Studio
    Join Linde Borger, Co-Founder of Future Ready Hospitality Collective to hear the top insights on the future of sustainable hospitality.
    Hotel Innovation Stage Designed by Obradov Studio
    The hospitality landscape is evolving fast, and new hotel openings are redefining what guests expect. This session explores the latest formats, concepts, and properties entering the market, including …
    Hotel Innovation Stage Designed by Obradov Studio
    Every square metre of your hotel can generate revenue when designed with purpose. This session explores turning underused spaces such as rooftops, restaurants, saunas and even elevator shafts into mul …
    Hotel Innovation Stage Designed by Obradov Studio
    The Independent Hotel Show Awards Amsterdam, sponsored by Hotek Hospitality Group, celebrate the vision, dedication, and spirit that define the independent hotel sector. These awards recognise the pas …
Hotel Business Stage
    Hotel Business Stage
    As VAT policy continues to shape the operating landscape for hotels and hospitality businesses, understanding its real impact has never been more critical. In this essential session, hear an in-depth …
    Hotel Business Stage
    As cities rethink the impact of tourism, a new model of regenerative hospitality is emerging, one where hotels are designed not only for visitors but for the people who live around them. This session …
    Hotel Business Stage
    This session explores how independent hotels can rethink employee benefits to attract and retain talent; from discounts and incentives, to flexible scheduling and wellbeing initiatives. Which benefits …
    Hotel Business Stage
    As the hospitality landscape evolves, so too does the definition of leadership. This conversation explores how women are bringing new perspectives, leadership styles, and priorities to the forefront o …
    Hotel Business Stage
    Gain a comprehensive view of the global hotel landscape and what it means for the Benelux region. This session provides a concise overview of worldwide hotel performance, highlighting key trends in oc …
Social Business Space in Partnership with BidFood NL and Designed by Studio Bower
    Social Business Space in Partnership with BidFood NL and Designed by Studio Bower
    In a world of polished branding and copycat concepts, authenticity stands out. This session explores how independent hotels can build brands that feel genuine, cohesive and memorable. From material ch …
    Social Business Space in Partnership with BidFood NL and Designed by Studio Bower
    Join us at the Social Business Space for a mocktail masterclass presented by BidFood NL! Julius Kleibl and Moritz Blumhagen from MoJu-Zero share their expertise on all things mocktails!
    Social Business Space in Partnership with BidFood NL and Designed by Studio Bower
    Calling all Belgian hoteliers! Join us at the Social Business Space for Belgian insights, networking and more. More info to be announced soon!
    Social Business Space in Partnership with BidFood NL and Designed by Studio Bower
    Join us at the Social Business Space for wine tasting presented by BidFood NL and Wine Specialist Anne van Oers!
    Social Business Space in Partnership with BidFood NL and Designed by Studio Bower
    Meet us at the Social Business Space to join a guided tech tour around the show! Discover the future of innovation at IH Amsterdam on a guided Tech Innovation Tour, exploring a curated selection of st …
    Social Business Space in Partnership with BidFood NL and Designed by Studio Bower
    Join us at the Social Business Space after the Tech Tour for advice, networking, and more about the latest innovations in technology for hotels!
Hotel Innovation Stage Designed by Obradov Studio
    Hotel Innovation Stage Designed by Obradov Studio
    In hospitality design we often focus on architecture, layouts and furniture. Yet the elements guests remember most are often the smallest ones: the objects they interact with every day. In this keynot …
    Hotel Innovation Stage Designed by Obradov Studio
    Smart room technology is rapidly changing how hotels manage energy, comfort and operational efficiency. From automated lighting and climate control to occupancy sensors and integrated access and mobil …
    Hotel Innovation Stage Designed by Obradov Studio
    AI is already changing hotel operations, from revenue management and guest relations to inventory and portfolio management, but what truly delivers value and where does it fall short? This session exp …
    Hotel Innovation Stage Designed by Obradov Studio
    Trend forecaster Vincent van Dijk shares his insights and presents the key developments in the hotel industry that are shaping the day of tomorrow.
    Hotel Innovation Stage Designed by Obradov Studio
    Meet Vincent at the Hotel Innovation Stage for a tour around the Independent Hotel Show Amsterdam floor, viewing all the top trends in action!
    Hotel Innovation Stage Designed by Obradov Studio
    Today’s guests expect more than beautiful interiors. They want spaces that make them feel calm, inspired and restored. This session explores how wellbeing and sensory design shape the emotional experi …
Hotel Business Stage
    Hotel Business Stage
    In this session, hotel owner and consultant Tim Schalke presents a practical and strategic approach to managing hotel costs in today’s market. Moving beyond traditional cost cutting, this talk focuses …
    Hotel Business Stage
    Gen Z is reshaping hospitality’s workforce, and hotels need to adapt to attract and retain them. This session explores how independent hotels can create workplaces that inspire, engage, and empower yo …
    Hotel Business Stage
    A conversation about Value Engineering in the hotel construction process from the perspectives of the Operator, Interior Designers, and Procurement Agent. How to prevent this costly and exhausting pro …
    Hotel Business Stage
    As margins tighten and guest expectations evolve, the role of the hotel restaurant is under fresh scrutiny. Should independent hotels continue to operate restaurants in house as a core brand expressio …
    Hotel Business Stage
    What happens when a conversation at the Independent Hotel Show sparks a full-scale hotel transformation? In this session, the teams behind Hotel Nes and design studio Robuust share the story of how a …
Social Business Space in Partnership with BidFood NL and Designed by Studio Bower
    Social Business Space in Partnership with BidFood NL and Designed by Studio Bower
    The Power Breakfast at the Independent Hotel Show Amsterdam offers an exclusive start to the day for senior hoteliers and industry leaders. Taking place ahead of the show opening, this invite-only ses …
    Social Business Space in Partnership with BidFood NL and Designed by Studio Bower
    In this session, Hotel Alliantie Nederland Hotel Community for the first time. The Hotel Alliantie Nederland, aims to strengthen the position of the hotel sector by creating a unified and strategic vo …
    Social Business Space in Partnership with BidFood NL and Designed by Studio Bower
    Independent hotels and collection properties each have their own way of operating, from decision-making and branding to guest experience and operational strategy. This session explores the benefits of …
    Social Business Space in Partnership with BidFood NL and Designed by Studio Bower
    Join us at the Social Business Space for a mocktail masterclass presented by BidFood NL! Julius Kleibl and Moritz Blumhagen from MoJu-Zero share their expertise on all things mocktails!
    Social Business Space in Partnership with BidFood NL and Designed by Studio Bower
    AI is everywhere in hospitality conversations, but where does it genuinely save labour and improve efficiency? This session cuts through the hype to explore practical applications for independent hote …
    Social Business Space in Partnership with BidFood NL and Designed by Studio Bower
    Join us at the Social Business Space for wine tasting presented by BidFood NL and Wine Specialist Anne van Oers!