January 7th, 2026
Hotel technology conferences are aplenty with various hospitality industry events around the country and around the globe in 2026. These hospitality tech events cover the latest trends with leaders from the industry and the up-and-coming hospitality TVs, PTACs & A/Cs, guest room accessories, and more.
TWS Transworld compiled a running list of conventions taking place in the U.S. and abroad during this year and the following year with links to the respective events, so you can find out more and register if you're interested in going.
FYI: Events with an asterisk * next to them are events where TWS Transworld will attend, and with a hashtag # is where we will exhibit.
Are you planning to attend any of the following events? Are there any that we should add to the mix? Contact us directly and let us know.
Before we dive into the various events taking place in 2026, let's look at some reasons to attend these events in the first place.
New Industry Trends: Hotel tech is constantly evolving, with advancements in areas like artificial intelligence hotel products, guest personalization, smart rooms, and contactless services.
Networking: These events bring together a wide range of professionals, including hospitality business owners, managers, IT specialists, vendors, and consultants.
Educational Workshops: Conferences typically feature a range of presentations, panels, and workshops led by experts. Learn from the best to stay ahead of the game.
Access to the Latest Solutions: Many conferences have expo halls where technology vendors showcase their latest products and services.
Learn Best Practices: You can learn from the experiences of other hotels and organizations. Many sessions focus on case studies, offering insights into what works and what doesn’t in various settings.
Inspiration: Get inspiration from the exposure to new ideas and technologies can spark creativity. You may discover innovative ways to improve your operations, enhance guest experiences, or even create new revenue streams.
Below is a list of hospitality tech conferences and conventions in 2026. These events bring industry leaders together, and provide an excellent chance to connect and share their experiences within the industry. Check out the list of upcoming hospitality and hotel tech conferences below. Each one provides the dates, location, and direct links to register and claim your spot. Make sure you register early. Many of these events offer early bird discounts and have a limited number of attendees.
A list of the hospitality events taking place during 2026 in chronological order. Conferences marked with an asterisk * are events that Transworld plans to attend.
Conference Dates: January 6th - 9th, 2026
Conference Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
CES is the world’s largest and most influential technology conference, showcasing cutting-edge innovations across AI, IoT, robotics, and customer experience. While not hospitality-specific, it’s invaluable for hotel and travel leaders looking to understand emerging technologies that will shape guest engagement, smart rooms, automation, and operational efficiency in the years ahead.
You can find more information on the CES website here.
Conference Dates: January 27th - 30th, 2026
Conference Location: Breda, NL
ENTER is a leading global conference dedicated to technology, innovation, and digital transformation in tourism and hospitality. Attendees gain academic and practical insights into data analytics, smart destinations, AI, and future travel technologies, making it ideal for forward-thinking hotel and travel tech professionals.
Find out more information at the Enter Conference website.
Conference Dates: February 2nd - 4th, 2026
Conference Location: Malaga, Spain
This Spanish hospitality innovation event focuses on digitalization, sustainability, and operational technology in hotels and foodservice. It’s a strong platform for hospitality leaders to explore new tech solutions, network with European innovators, and learn how to modernize guest experiences.
Find more information at the Salón de Innovación en Hostelería website.
Digital Transformation in Hotel Tech Dates: March 3rd - 4th, 2026
Conference Location: Arlington, TX
This conference is centered on how hotels can successfully adopt and scale digital technologies. Attendees benefit from real-world case studies, peer discussions, and expert insights on automation, cybersecurity, AI, and system integration across hotel operations.
Digital Transformation in Hotel Tech Website
Conference Dates: March 9th - 11th, 2026
Conference Location: Caesar's Palace - Las Vegas, NV
MURTEC focuses on enterprise technology solutions for multi-unit restaurant and hospitality brands. Hotel leaders attend to learn about POS systems, labor technology, AI, data platforms, and automation that can also be applied across food & beverage and hotel operations.
You can find more information on the MURTECH Conference website.
World Hotel Expo Dates: March 10th - 12th, 2026
Conference Location: Warsaw, Poland
World Hotel Expo brings together hotel owners, operators, and technology providers across Europe. The event showcases hotel tech solutions, smart design, and operational innovations, making it valuable for hoteliers seeking scalable and modern systems.
You can find more information on the World Hotel Expo Website.
AAHOA 2025 Dates: April 8th - 10th, 2026
Conference Location: Philadelphia, PA
The AAHOA Convention is one of the largest hotel owner gatherings in the world. It offers strong technology programming, a massive tradeshow floor, and insights into hotel ownership, operations, and emerging tech solutions for independent and branded properties.
TWS Transworld plans to exhibit at AAHOA 2026. We're looking forward to meeting you there!
For more information, you can view AAHOA’s website here.
Hotel Tech Conference Dates: April 21st - 23rd
Conference Location: Amsterdam, NL
IHTF is a high-level, invitation-based forum focused on strategic hotel technology leadership. It’s ideal for CIOs, CTOs, and senior executives looking to discuss innovation, digital strategy, AI, and the future of hospitality technology in a collaborative setting.
You can find more information on the Hotel Tech Conference 2026 website.
Dates: April 22nd - 23rd, 2026
Conference Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
This event is tailored specifically for independent hoteliers. It combines hospitality technology, design, and operations, giving attendees practical solutions and tools to compete with larger brands while maintaining independence.
Find out more in the Independent Hotel Show.
HD Expo Dates: May 5th - 7th, 2026
Conference Location: Las Vegas, NV
HD Expo blends hospitality design with technology and operations. It’s a must-attend for hoteliers interested in smart design, guest-facing tech, sustainability, and integrated solutions that enhance both aesthetics and functionality.
Find out more in the HD Expo 2026 website.
Conference Dates: May 12th - 13th, 2026
Location: Mexico City, MX
This summit focuses on reducing OTA dependency and increasing direct bookings. Attendees learn about hotel marketing technology, CRM, personalization, data-driven strategies, and tools that drive profitable direct channels.
Find out more on the Direct Booking Summit website.
Hospitality & Travel Tech Summit Dates: TBD
Conference Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
This summit brings together senior technology and digital leaders from hospitality and travel. It focuses on innovation strategy, emerging tech trends, and enterprise-level transformation, offering high-level insights and peer networking.
Find out more at the Hospitality & Travel Tech Innovation Summit website.
Conference Dates: TBD
Location: Dallas, TX
This U.S. edition of the Direct Booking Summit dives deep into digital marketing, distribution technology, and revenue optimization. It’s ideal for hotel marketers, revenue leaders, and tech teams focused on driving direct demand.
HITEC Dallas Dates: June 15th - 18th, 2026
Conference Location: San Antonio, TX
HITEC is the largest and most influential hospitality technology conference globally. It features extensive education sessions, hands-on demos, and a massive exhibitor floor, making it essential for anyone involved in hotel IT, operations, or technology procurement.
You can find out more about the HITEC conference here.
Dates: TBD
Conference Location: Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort
HEAT brings together hospitality owners, operators, and solution providers across lodging and foodservice. The show highlights technology, operations, and growth strategies, offering actionable insights for hotel and hospitality executives.
Find out more at The Hospitality Tradeshow website.
MURTEC Webinar Dates: August 5th - 7th, 2026
Conference Location: Nashville, TN
The Annual Hotel Data Conference takes place at the Omni Nashville Hotel. Hotel Data Conference is focused on analytics, benchmarking, and performance data. Attendees gain deep insights into revenue, distribution, and technology-driven decision-making using real-world hotel data.
You can find more information on the Hotel Data Conference.
Conference Dates: TBD
Conference Location: Paris, FR
This event combines CES-level tech insights with hospitality and foodservice applications. It’s ideal for European hospitality leaders looking to understand how global tech trends translate into real operational value.
You can find more information on the CES website here.
Annual Hotel Conference Webinar Dates: TBD
Conference Location: Manchester, UK
The Annual Hotel Conference is a premier UK event focused on hotel investment, operations, and strategy. Technology and digital transformation are key themes, making it valuable for senior hotel executives and owners.
You can find more information on the Annual Hotel Conference.
Hotel & Resort Innovation Expo Dates: September 29th - 30th, 2026
Conference Location: London, UK
This expo focuses on innovation across hotels and resorts, including guest experience technology, automation, and sustainability. It’s ideal for hoteliers seeking future-focused solutions and global industry insights.
You can find more information on the Hotel & Resort Innovation Expo.
Dates: September 16th - 17th, 2026
Conference Location: Miami Beach, FL
Designed exclusively for independent hoteliers, this event showcases technology, services, and design solutions tailored to non-branded properties. It’s highly practical and networking-driven.
Find out more in the Independent Hotel Show.
Dates: September 16th - 17th, 2026
Conference Location: Munich, Germany
The Munich edition focuses on European independent hotels, offering access to regional and global tech vendors. Attendees gain insights into operations, guest experience, and technology adoption.
Find out more in the Independent Hotel Show.
Dates: October 5th - 8th, 2026
Conference Location: Phoenix, AZ
This conference is known for high-level discussions on hotel development, finance, and strategy. While not purely tech-focused, it offers valuable insights into how technology supports growth and asset performance.
Find out more on The Lodging Conference's website.
Dates: October 5th - 6th, 2026
Conference Location: London, England
One of the flagship Independent Hotel Show events, this conference brings together thousands of independent hoteliers. Technology, distribution, and digital guest experience are central themes.
Find out more in the Independent Hotel Show.
The Hospitality Show Dates: November 2nd - 4th, 2026
Conference Location: Miami Beach, FL
A major hospitality industry event covering hotels, restaurants, and foodservice. Technology, operations, and workforce innovation are key areas, making it relevant for hotel tech and operations leaders.
For more information go to The Hospitality Show website.
Conference Dates: TBD
Conference Location: TBD
CES Unveiled Europe offers a preview of CES innovations tailored to European markets. It’s valuable for hospitality leaders wanting early exposure to emerging consumer and enterprise technologies.
You can find more information on the CES Unveiled webpage.
Red Roof Summit Brand Conference Dates: TBD
Conference Location: TBD
This brand-specific conference focuses on Red Roof franchisees and partners. Attendees gain insights into brand strategy, technology updates, operational tools, and performance optimization within the Red Roof system.
Find out more at the Red Roof Summit Brand Conference website.
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