August 25, 2025

Hotel Development Boom: Europe, Middle East & Africa

From Europe’s wave of hotel conversions to the Middle East’s mega-projects, the EMEA region is shaping the future of hospitality. Join me, Glenn Haussman, and Bruce Ford of Lodging Econometrics as we break down the biggest hotel construction trends you need to know.

📌 What you’ll learn in this episode:

Why conversions are dominating Europe’s hotel pipeline

How land and building lease structures impact hotel development

The real story behind mega-projects in Riyadh, Cairo, and Qatar

Why upscale and upper midscale hotels are leading the charge

How global brands are expanding with apartments and extended stay concepts

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