China’s Hotel Industry Takes a New Direction

This is the second report in the new series of Business Briefings from Hotel Analyst and focuses on hotel developments in China.

The country is no longer the golden child of hotel development, and with the slowing of the economy hotel pipelines have become more realistic and the types of projects are changing. This report offers the reader valuable insight into these important trends and opportunities.

It looks at the impact of the main drivers for tourism growth – such as the economy, demographics and transport infrastructure – on the hospitality and tourism industry.

It provides statistics and analysis on areas such as the main tourist destinations, international tourism arrivals, domestic tourism and outbound tourism. Each of these has an impact on the hotel industry in both China and its main source markets.

It reviews current hospitality supply trends and future development plans of the international players and the domestic chains.

For an evaluation of trends and issues in China now and in the future, this report is a must-read for hotel and tourism professionals.