NoVacancy London 2026

23rd January , 2026

NoVacancy London 2026

NoVacancy London opens in 2 days

The hotel and accommodation world is evolving at pace. Guest expectations are higher than ever. Technology is transforming operations. Sustainability is no longer optional. And in just two days, the industry comes together at ExCeL London, 25–26 February for NoVacancy London 2026.

Originally a powerhouse event in Sydney, NoVacancy has rapidly established itself as the UK’s must-attend gathering for hotel and accommodation professionals. Now, with thousands of registrations and more than 100 expert speakers confirmed, the stage is set.

This is where the UK hospitality community meets to exchange ideas, discover solutions and shape what comes next.

An agenda built for the realities of today’s market

Across two packed days, the programme tackles the issues that matter most to operators, owners and suppliers:

People and Culture: workforce trends, leadership development, retention and building resilient teams
Energy and Sustainability: practical strategies to reduce costs and environmental impact
Design Talks: future-focused interiors, materials and experiential design
Revenue and Distribution: pricing, channel strategy and data-driven growth
Small Hotelier: dedicated content for boutique, independent and smaller operators
Marketing: digital performance, branding and guest loyalty
Leadership Forum: insight for ambitious professionals shaping the next generation
Technology: AI, automation, payments, cybersecurity and operational innovation
Spotlight Stage: industry disruptors sharing bold ideas and fresh thinking

Future Leaders track provides a platform for rising talent to connect and grow

140+ hotel and accommodation leaders on stage

The speaker line-up reflects the full spectrum of the sector, from global brands to independent innovators.

Confirmed speakers include:

Paul Thomas, VP International Development, Marriott International
Maria Ashton, VP Development Luxury Brands, Accor
Uta von Dietze, VP Commercial Performance EMEA, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Kalindi Juneja, CEO, PoB Hotels
Natasha Shafi, CEO, Mr & Mrs Smith
Davina Zydower-Cisier, Senior VP Development Europe, Ennismore
Thomas Greenall, CEO, Bespoke Hotels
Naomi Heaton, Founder & CEO, The Other House
Lionel Benjamin, Founder & CEO, Gullwing Hospitality
Mark Lewis, CEO, Hospitality Action
Josh Danan, CEO & Co-Founder, Student Luxe
Jannes Sörensen, Founder, Kepler Hotel Group
Karim Kassam, Founder & Managing Director, Horwood House Hotel and Ziz Hospitality
Claudia Abt, Chief Design Officer, CitizenM
Kirsten Lord, Chief People & Culture Officer, Corinthia Hotels
Allen Simpson, CEO, UKHospitality
Jeremy Slater, COO, Bob W
Vibhu Gaind, CIO, RBH Hospitality Management
Jonathon Liu, Chief Commercial Officer, Verdi Hotels
Halima Aziz, Head of Hotels, Criterion Hospitality

This is a rare opportunity to hear directly from the decision-makers shaping the sector.

Innovation live on the expo floor

More than 100 exhibitors and start-ups will showcase the technology, services and solutions driving operational efficiency, improved guest experience and revenue growth.

From AI-powered booking and revenue systems to sustainable design solutions and next-generation guest communication platforms, the exhibition floor is built for discovery.

The Start-Up Zone brings additional energy, giving early-stage innovators a platform to present bold ideas that challenge convention.

Why it matters

NoVacancy London 2026 is not just another industry gathering. It is where hospitality professionals come to learn, collaborate and prepare for what is next.

In two days, the doors open.

If you have not yet secured your place, now is the moment.

Join thousands of hotel and accommodation professionals at ExCeL London and be part of the conversation shaping the future of hospitality.