Hospitality

Dream big. We will help you with the rest.

The worlds' best industry explained.

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New hotel rooms opening in 2025

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New Global Hotels In Development

Our approach

Independent. Insightful.


Deep Industry Insights

Our experts have worked in Hospitality for many years, amassing a wealth of knowledge and experience that we bring to all our projects.


Client Results

Our focus is always to achieve the best outcome for the client, whatever that outcome is. Our advice is always impartial and independent.


Global Strategy Thought Leaders

Horwath HTL experts can be found speaking at over 100 events a year. Often quoted, we produce many pieces of high quality research and work with many universities and industry bodies to solve industry-wide problems.


Institutions

Horwath HTL have been asked to work on governmental projects to promote and inspire the next generation of industry solutions.

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Projects Completed

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Global Offices

Horwath HTL

Insight

The Brand Bubble: Navigating an overloaded market

The rapid expansion of brands has created a saturated market. Consumers often face difficulty distinguishing among similar offerings, leading to what has been described as a “sea of sameness.”

Capabilities

Creative solutions

Clarity in a complicated world.

Strategy and Planning

It can be hard to know what the right move is. We understand the path ahead, let us help you succeed.

Growth, Sales and Marketing

Do more with what you have. Get your focus and resources to the right place.

Operational Support

What gets measured gets done, so start measuring. We show you the standards, then help you smash through them.

Valuation and Transaction Advisory

When there is a deal to be done, you may only have one chance. Let's get it right.

Sustainability

Sustainability and financial performance are two sides of the same coin. Future proof your assets.

Research

Expert insights

Cutting-edge analysis.

Viewpoint

Beyond the spa: The commercial and investor guide to NZ hotel wellness

This report provides commercial intelligence tailored specifically for hotel investors, asset managers, and operators across New Zealand. It delivers market data, P&L economics, and a structured decision-making framework to guide capital deployment, asset positioning, and wellness amenity integration.

Douglas Drummond
Douglas Drummond
Director – Tourism and Leisure, New Zealand
Report

New Zealand Hotel Performance Focus July 2026

New Zealand’s hotel market recorded another strong month of growth in July, with nationwide RevPAR increasing 14% year-on-year. Download the report below to read our full analysis and regional highlights.

Wim Ruepert
Wim Ruepert
Director, New Zealand
Report

New Zealand Hotel Performance Focus June & Q2 2026

New Zealand’s hotel sector delivered solid RevPAR growth in June, but the picture is far from uniform. Our latest June and Q2 2026 report explores how gateway markets such as Queenstown, Christchurch and Auckland are capitalising on rising international arrivals, while many regional destinations struggle with a softening domestic market and higher travel costs. The report also shows how the growing role of Australian airports as transit hubs is stimulating off-season growth in international visitors to New Zealand. Download the report below to read our full analysis and regional highlights.

Wim Ruepert
Wim Ruepert
Director, New Zealand
Viewpoint

Emerging Technology & Wellness

Horwath HTL NZ recently presented at the 2026 Design Inn Symposium in Adelaide, a partnered event with the Asia Pacific Hotel Industry Conference & Exhibition. This provided a timely opportunity to explore the intersection of wellness and technology, and to consider how emerging innovations are shaping the future of hospitality design, guest experience, and human wellbeing.

Douglas Drummond
Douglas Drummond
Director – Tourism and Leisure, New Zealand
Report

New Zealand Hotel Performance Focus May 2026

New Zealand’s hotel sector delivered a solid month in May, with hotels reporting 12.3% RevPAR growth compared to May last year. Download the report below to read our full analysis and regional highlights.

Wim Ruepert
Wim Ruepert
Director, New Zealand