We look forward to welcoming you to the Independent Hotel Show London 2026, in partnership with James Hallam Insurance Brokers, where the industry comes together once again for an inspiring and unmissable event. This year’s theme, Shaping Tomorrow: Where Innovation Meets Independent Spirit, sets the tone for a forward-thinking show.

Designed for hoteliers like you, it’s your opportunity to discover emerging trends, innovative products, and creative solutions shaping the future of hospitality. Expect inspiring talks, expert insights, and valuable connections with the people and brands driving the sector forward.

 

200+
Exhibiting brands
53%
Of exhibitors are new to the show
80+
Thought leaders and industry speakers
40+
Curated sessions for hoteliers

The 2026 Show Theme

Shaping Tomorrow: Where Innovation Meets Independent Spirit

Shaping Tomorrow: Where Innovation Meets Independent Spirit celebrates how independent hotels continue to evolve while retaining their individuality. Through new products, thoughtful design and expert-led discussions, this year’s show explores changing guest expectations and fresh approaches to hospitality.

For hoteliers, it’s an opportunity to explore ideas that could make a difference to your property, from improving everyday operations to creating memorable guest experiences. Meet suppliers, hear from fellow hotel owners and operators, and consider your next steps with fresh insight.

Proud Partners of the IHL Show Preview

Curated For You

Official Event App

Plan your visit with the official show app. Browse suppliers, explore the seminar programme and build a personalised schedule around your hotel’s priorities.

Shortlist exhibitors you’d like to meet, arrange meetings in advance and connect with fellow hoteliers and industry professionals, all in one place.

The Power Breakfast

Join Ian Taylor of Kaleidoscope Hotels and designer Susan Lake as they explore Ian’s journey from the corporate world to creating distinctive properties including Homewood, The Bird, Bishopstrow and Dukes. Hosted by Boutique Hotelier’s Zoe Monk, the conversation will cover the realities of independent hospitality, thoughtful design and why character matters more than ever.


New Exhibitors to Discover

With 53% of exhibitors new to the show this year, there are plenty of fresh suppliers to meet and products to explore for your hotel.

Discover [Brand One], [Brand Two] and [Brand Three], among the names joining us for the first time. Compare products, discuss your property’s needs and find ideas to improve the guest experience and support your day-to-day operations.

Speakers & Sessions

Hear from fellow hoteliers and industry specialists on the issues that matter to your business, from attracting guests and growing revenue to supporting your team and managing costs.

Explore how other hotels are responding to changing guest expectations and new technology, with practical ideas to take back to your own property.

The Show App

 

Make the most of your time at the show with the official event app, built to help hoteliers plan ahead and connect with ease.

Browse exhibitors, explore the seminar programme and create a personalised agenda around your hotel’s priorities. Arrange meetings in advance and connect with fellow hoteliers, designers and industry professionals, all from one place.



 

Discover Leading Brands

Discover products designed to make a real difference to your hotel, from smart technology that streamlines operations, to premium amenities that elevate every stay, and design and F&B solutions that enhance your guest experience.

Technology

Shift4 Stand 1320

Amenities

Stoneglow Candles Stand 1601

F&B

CRU Kafe Coffee - Stand 2180

Design & Décor

PROCEDES CHENEL INTERNATIONAL - Stand 1310

Beds & Bedding

Christy Stand 1017

Services

WeWipe Housekeeping Stand 1560

Sessions Designed for Hoteliers Like You

What would make the biggest difference to your hotel right now? Explore sessions on making F&B more profitable, reducing energy use without compromising guest comfort, strengthening your team and putting AI to practical use.

Whether you’re focused on day-to-day operations or planning your next investment, build your visit around the conversations that matter to you.

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Leading Voices

Meet the hotel owners, operators and industry specialists joining us this October. Hear about the decisions, challenges and lessons behind their businesses, with insights to help you support your team, improve the guest experience and plan your hotel’s next steps.

 

 

Our 2026 Design Partners

Explore how our design partners have brought this year’s show theme to life across the show’s spaces.

As you move between talks and meetings, take inspiration for your own hotel, from creating a welcoming atmosphere to making shared spaces more comfortable and versatile.

Merav Bustan, Merav Bustan Design – Hotel Business Stage Designer

Clare McDonald, Design Command – Social Business Space Designer

Jelena Obradov, Obradov Studio – Innovation Stage Designer

The Key Trends Every Hotelier Should Be Acting On

These trends highlight the key opportunities and challenges hoteliers need to act on now, from evolving guest expectations to operational efficiency, helping hotels stay competitive, drive revenue and deliver more meaningful, future-ready experiences in 2026 and beyond.

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Trend 1 - Travel Light

Trend 2 - Rethinking Water

Trend 3 - The Adaptive Hotel

Trend 4 - Self Check-In

Trend 5 - Digital Concierge

Trend 6 - Recovery Wellness

Trend 7 - TikTok Travel

Trend 8 - Regenerative Hospitality

Trend 9 - Radical Transparency

Trend 10 - Spacewise

Travel & Stay

OPENING TIMES

Monday 5 October 2026: 10:00–17:00
Awards: 17:00–19:00

Tuesday 6 October 2026: 10:00–17:00

LOCATION

Olympia
Hammersmith Rd,
London,
W14 8UX

 

Plan your visit with ease - find all the details on opening times and location, and get everything sorted for a smooth and enjoyable experience.


 

Quick Answers

This is an event for independent hoteliers, including hotel owners, operators, general managers, designers and senior decision-makers. It is also highly relevant for those involved in branding, guest experience and hotel development, making it a valuable hotel decision makers event.

Registration for the Independent Hotel Show London 2026 is open. To register for the event, please click here.

Yes, you can bring colleagues. Entry is free for hoteliers, designers, and hospitality professionals, while suppliers need a paid ticket.

You cannot register a colleague, as each person needs to register with a unique email address. However, you can send an invite to prompt your colleague to do this on the final page of your registration.

If you have any registration queries, please contact us at independenthotelshowuk@montgomerygroup.com