Why exhibit

EquipHotel is the leading trade show for decision-makers and buyers from across the hospitality industry

This is where decision-makers, purchasing consultants and project leaders from the Hospitality industry meet suppliers and discover their new products and innovations.

It is the international hospitality trade show with the most complete range of products and services, showcasing industry-leading French and international companies, as well as young innovative companies.

Come and showcase your company, products and innovations to over 93,357 professionals.

 

The hotel industry in France

France’s hotel sector is one of the most powerful and renowned in the world, supported by strong franchise networks.

In 2023, the French hotel industry had a total of 16,850 establishments with 627,621 rooms.

  • 87% of rooms are rated by Atout France
  • 41% of rooms in the Paris region are rated 4/5 stars
  • 40 rooms is the average capacity of rated hotels in France
  • 20% of hotels in France are chain hotels

By 2026, over 16,000 rooms are expected to open, i.e. +125 hotel projects. 

Source: l’industrie hôtelière française en 2023 – kmpg.fr 

4 reasons to become an exhibitor at the show

BOOST YOUR BUSINESS

Grow your business by participating in the only trade show with a comprehensive offering that meets the expectations of hospitality professionals

MEET YOUR CUSTOMERS AND NEW PROSPECTS

Taking part in EquipHotel lets you take advantage of leading media outlets to promote your products and innovations

INTERNATIONAL EXPOSURE

Consolidate your position as a key player by participating in EquipHotel, the must-attend event for hospitality and procurement leaders

GET INSPIRED

EquipHotel is a real marketplace for the latest trends and is brimming with innovative ideas thanks to its inspirational spaces staged by renowned architects.

EquipHotel's key figures

Over 1,200

exhibitors

4

exhibition halls

40%

international exhibitors

36

countries represented

95 357

professionals

133

countries represented

66%

of visitors are buyers (decision-makers, purchasing consultants)

12%

international visitors

Exhibiton sectors

Tech&Services

Design

Wellness

Foodservice

Our visitors

Qualified visitors

35% Hotel sector - From budget to luxury hotels, open air tourism, self-catering and holiday apartments 

20% Purchasing, Distribution & Services - Distributors, wholesalers, manufacturers, logistics, etc.

20% Foodservice Michelin-starred restaurants, fast food, traditional restaurants, grocers, food retail, supermarkets, catering businesses and other food services 

20% Design & Installation Decorators, interior designers, fitters, layout designers, design consultants, architect firms, audits, consulting 

5% Government institutions Healthcare, social, work, administration, education, leisure, military, etc.

Geographical breakdown

International 

40% Northern & Eastern Europe

35% Southern Europe

25% Outside Europe

France

60% Paris region

40% Rest of France

« Top buyers club »

The Top Buyers Club is a tailored programme dedicated to top international and French buyers: Hotel and restaurant investors, Distributors Importers, Architects and interior designers, Specialist design consultancies, Chief Executives and Purchasing Managers of high-end hotel chains…

The goal: make personal connections between major buyers and your products and services, by creating a customized tour.

They took part of the Top Buyers Club

Hilton Supply Management - A. Sahin

"I was pleased to attend EquipHotel for the first time, resulting with a lot of great networking and business opportunities identified."

Mathilde van der Weerd - Quality Lodgings

"I thought it was very valuable to visit a large exhibition especially aimed at the hotel industry and I will probably do so again in the next edition."

Sparrow international - F. Hijazi

"It was quite fruitful and it provided me a great opportunity to meet and interact with top suppliers."

Get ready to take part in it!

3 MAJOR & BENEFICIAL ECONOMIC EVENTS FOR THE HOTEL & TOURISM INDUSTRY!

World Rugby Cup (2023), Olympic Games 2024 & World Expo 2025, refurbishments, constructions & new concepts are currently under conception: beneficial economic events for the Hotel.

KEY FIGURES

€8,1 BILLION

expected median economic impact for the tourism industry (including hotels)

+15 to 20

millions of expected visitors in France for Olympic Games event*

*UMIH 

1,725

new hotels in Europe including 105 in France, are currently under construction for delivery by 2023**

** UNWTO & UN 2019

Exhibition packages

Packages

Essential

This functional cosy-looking space includes the essentials for exhibiting at the trade show, while keeping your budget in check.

Easy

A ready-to-exhibit pack that lets you promote your brand at the show at an attractive price

Identity

A customised turnkey package to match your brand. Display your visual identity across your space with backlits.

My Stand Maker - your custom space

Need some help creating your customised stand?

Our specialist offer tailored solutions to suit your exhibition goals and budget.

Learn more >

First timer programme

1- Facilitate your participation

  • Training in digital tools used at the show to improve your R.O.I.
  • Information webinars 
  • Contact with our accommodation and transport partners
  • Dedicated customer service available by phone and emai

2- Maximise your visibility

  • Highlight your flagship products in our visitor newsletters: over 100,000 contacts
  • “New exhibitor” tag in the exhibitor search engine at Equiphotel.com
  • 5% discount on our communication tool

3- Enjoy a unique experience at the trade show

The day before the trade show

  • Introductory session to present the show
  • Guided tour of the show

During setup and takedown

  • Fast pass: priority at the trade show’s exhibitor reception service

Dedicated assistance

We assist you all year round : monthly newsletters (market trend, information to help you prepare for the trade show), exhibitors webinar…