IHIF Asia, scheduled to take place in Hong Kong, is poised to become a cornerstone event in the hospitality investment landscape. This forum, designed to facilitate deal flow, provide valuable market insights, and foster partnerships, aims to bring together the most influential players in the hospitality investment community. IHIF Asia is a must-attend event for anyone seeking to capitalize on the opportunities presented by the rapidly evolving Asian market.
The forum will serve as a platform for high-net-worth individuals, family offices, sovereign wealth funds, private equity groups, and global hotel brands to explore investment prospects and forge key partnerships. The event’s focus on high-level discussions and negotiations, driven by the presence of top-tier investors and developers, ensures that it will be a critical space for creating long-term, impactful investments across the hospitality sector.
IHIF Asia will gather leading operators and developers from around the globe, with featured sponsors and participants including prominent names such as Accor, CBRE, Langham, Rosewood, Savills, and Japan’s distinguished brand Seibu Prince Hotel & Resorts. These global powerhouses in the hospitality and real estate industries are well-known for their market leadership, making their participation a key highlight of the event.
In addition to these established players, IHIF Asia will also welcome an impressive roster of investors representing some of the largest and most respected firms in the industry. Participants will include representatives from OUE Limited, Sun Hung Kai Properties, Frasers, and the prestigious Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group. These companies are known for their significant contributions to the hospitality and real estate sectors, with investments in luxury hotels, resorts, and mixed-use developments across Asia and beyond.
As a platform designed to facilitate partnerships, IHIF Asia promises to be more than just an event—it will be a strategic meeting place where major deals are initiated, market insights are exchanged, and future trends in the hospitality industry are shaped. With the participation of such a diverse and high-profile group of stakeholders, IHIF Asia is set to become a cornerstone event for the hospitality investment community, driving growth and innovation throughout the region and beyond.
Questex, a global leader in information services and event production for various industries, including the hospitality sector, has announced the addition of IHIF Asia to its portfolio of market-leading hospitality investment events. IHIF Asia, strategically located in Hong Kong, aims to connect global and regional investors with lucrative hospitality investment opportunities across the Asia Pacific region. By leveraging Questex’s strong relationships with the investment community, IHIF Asia will provide a vital platform for inbound, outbound, and intraregional capital seeking investment opportunities in hotels, serviced apartments, residences, hostels, and innovative co-living concepts.
This new event is poised to become a premier destination for investors and stakeholders in the hospitality industry, building on the success of other renowned hospitality investment forums such as the International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF) in Europe and the NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference (IHIIC) in the United States. With IHIF Asia joining the ranks of these globally influential events, the hospitality investment community now has a dedicated forum in Asia to explore new avenues for growth and collaboration.
The addition of IHIF Asia to Questex’s portfolio is a strategic move that reflects the growing importance of the Asia Pacific hospitality market. As the region experiences an economic resurgence and an increasing demand for diversified accommodations, including luxury hotels, serviced apartments, and co-living spaces, it presents a wealth of opportunities for investors. Hong Kong, known for its dynamic business environment and connectivity, is ideally positioned to serve as the event’s host city, acting as a gateway between East and West.
Paul Miller, CEO of Questex, emphasized the significance of this expansion: “The Asia Pacific region continues to be a key focus for global and regional investors in the hospitality sector. With the introduction of IHIF Asia, we are providing a dedicated platform to facilitate discussions and transactions between key players in the industry. Our relationships with global investment leaders and stakeholders allow us to create an environment where meaningful connections are made, driving growth and innovation in the hospitality space.”
IHIF Asia will serve as a convergence point for international capital and regional projects, ensuring that investors have access to both inbound and outbound opportunities. By facilitating these connections, IHIF Asia aims to accelerate the growth of the hospitality sector across multiple countries, including China, Japan, South Korea, Southeast Asia, and Australia.
The choice of Hong Kong as the host city for IHIF Asia reflects the city’s strategic importance in the region. As a major global financial center with a well-established tourism and hospitality industry, Hong Kong serves as a crucial hub for inbound and outbound investments. The city’s proximity to China and Southeast Asia makes it an attractive location for investors looking to tap into some of the fastest-growing markets in the world. Hong Kong’s advanced infrastructure, regulatory environment, and ease of doing business are also key factors that contribute to its suitability as the venue for a prestigious event like IHIF Asia. Investors attending the event will benefit from the city’s robust connectivity and access to a wide range of hospitality projects, both within Hong Kong and across the broader Asia Pacific region.
IHIF Asia is expected to bring together hospitality owners, developers, operators, investors, and advisors to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the sector. The event will cover a wide range of asset types, from luxury hotels to affordable hostels and co-living concepts, reflecting the diversity of the hospitality market in Asia.
One of the key highlights of IHIF Asia will be its focus on serviced apartments and residences, a growing segment in the region. With an increasing number of expatriates, business travelers, and long-term visitors in major Asian cities, the demand for serviced living accommodations has surged. IHIF Asia will provide a platform for investors and developers to explore the potential of these high-demand properties.
Additionally, the event will shine a spotlight on co-living concepts, which are gaining popularity in cities with high real estate prices and a younger, more mobile population. Co-living spaces, which combine private living quarters with shared amenities and communal areas, have emerged as a viable alternative to traditional housing. The concept has resonated with both millennial and Gen Z populations, who are looking for affordable, flexible, and community-oriented living solutions. IHIF Asia will provide insights into the rise of co-living projects across major cities in Asia and discuss how investors can capitalize on this emerging trend.
One of the key differentiators of IHIF Asia is its ability to leverage Questex’s global relationships within the investment community. Questex has long been a trusted partner for investors, developers, and operators in the hospitality space, having established a reputation for hosting influential events such as IHIF in Berlin and the NYU IHIIC in New York. IHIF Asia will benefit from this extensive network, allowing participants to access valuable resources, expert insights, and strategic partnerships. Questex’s experience in delivering high-impact events ensures that IHIF Asia will be more than just a networking event—it will be a hub of knowledge-sharing and innovation, helping to drive the future of hospitality investment in the region.
The launch of IHIF Asia comes at a pivotal time as the hospitality industry in the Asia Pacific region recovers from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. As borders reopen and travel restrictions ease, there is renewed interest in hospitality investments, with investors eager to capitalize on the rebound in travel and tourism. Southeast Asia, in particular, is expected to see significant growth in tourism, driven by rising disposable incomes, expanding middle classes, and increased interest in sustainable tourism. Major markets such as Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia are experiencing strong demand for new hotels and resorts, while Japan and South Korea continue to attract international travelers. IHIF Asia will provide a timely platform for investors to identify and seize these opportunities as the industry accelerates its recovery.
IHIF Asia’s debut in Hong Kong marks a new era for hospitality investment in the Asia Pacific region. By providing a platform that brings together global and regional investors, developers, and operators, the event is set to drive innovation and growth in the hospitality sector. As part of Questex’s market-leading portfolio of investment events, IHIF Asia is poised to become the premier forum for hospitality investment in the region. With its strategic location, extensive network, and comprehensive focus on emerging trends such as co-living and serviced apartments, IHIF Asia is set to play a critical role in shaping the future of hospitality investment in the region. As investors gather in Hong Kong in the coming years, the event will no doubt facilitate new partnerships, foster innovative solutions, and unlock new opportunities in one of the world’s most dynamic hospitality markets.
