: Published in the International Journal of Hospitality Management , this comprehensive study explores how luxury hotels create "exceptional experiences" through emotional engagement, staff appearance, and the "personal touch".
: This study analyzes the significant link between a hotel’s sustainability attitude and its overall guest satisfaction, highlighting that "green value" is becoming a core luxury expectation. 2. Industry Whitepapers & Forecasts (2026) luxury hotels
Depending on your interest—whether academic, industry-focused, or related to design—several high-quality papers and whitepapers provide deep insights into the luxury hotel sector for 2026 and beyond. : Published in the International Journal of Hospitality
: Identifies Heritage as the leading driver for luxury travel in 2026, overtaking food and wellness. It notes that "comfort, quiet, and space" have replaced extravagance as the ultimate status symbols. luxury hotels