Hotel Travel Trends for 2023
With Thailand opening up again to tourism in the middle of 2022, there has been a steady increase in visitors to the kingdom. One thing the pandemic has shown us is how quickly trends can change both good and bad.
Our focus is on keeping in tune with how public perception of travel and hospitality is changing both in Thailand and Globally. There are several hotel travel trends that we feel are expected to gain popularity in 2023. Some of the most notable trends include:
- – Sustainable tourism: As more and more people become conscious of the impact of tourism on the environment, hotels are expected to adopt more sustainable practices, such as using renewable energy sources and reducing waste.
- – Wellness travel: The wellness travel trend, which includes activities such as yoga, meditation, and spa treatments, is expected to continue growing in popularity. Hotels are expected to offer more wellness-focused amenities and services to meet the demand.
- – Technology integration: Hotels are expected to continue to integrate technology into their operations to enhance the guest experience. This may include things like mobile check-in, virtual concierge services, and the use of artificial intelligence to personalize the guest experience.
- – Micro hotels: The trend of micro-hotels, which are smaller, more affordable hotels that offer limited amenities, is expected to continue to grow in popularity. These hotels are designed to appeal to budget-conscious travelers who are looking for a basic and affordable place to stay.
- – Boutique hotels: The trend of boutique hotels, which offer unique and personalized experiences, is expected to continue to grow in popularity. Boutique hotels often feature unique design elements, local art, and a focus on providing guests with an authentic local experience.
- – Home sharing platforms: Home-sharing platforms like Airbnb have become increasingly popular in recent years and are expected to continue to grow in popularity in 2023. Hotels will have to adapt and offer more unique and local experiences to compete with these platforms.
- – Health & safety protocols: With the ongoing pandemic, health and safety protocols are more important than ever. Hotels will have to implement strict health and safety measures such as frequent cleaning and sanitizing, contactless check-in and check-out, and social distancing measures to ensure guest safety and reduce the spread of the virus.
In conclusion, the hotel industry is expected to continue to evolve in 2023. Hotels will have to adapt to the trends listed above to remain competitive and provide guests with the experiences they are looking for. We strive to keep our ears to the ground and adjust our processes based on travellers wants and desires.