About HITEC Paris
The conference will be held at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles and is designed as a full-day event dedicated to the future of hospitality technology, innovation, and digital transformation. It aims to gather hospitality technology professionals, innovators, executives, and solution providers, spotlighting key areas such as technology trends, emerging solutions, operational innovation, cybersecurity, guest experience advancements, artificial intelligence, and the evolving digital hospitality landscape. [1]
HFTP, in collaboration with the HITEC Advisory Council, will produce a comprehensive, high-quality, and vendor-neutral education program. This program will feature industry-leading speakers, expert panels, and discussions focused on technologies shaping the global hospitality industry. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn and identify what is trending in the hospitality industry. [1][4][2]
The technologies showcased are categorized to address critical industry needs: enhancing guest experience with mobile applications, in-room controls, self-check-in kiosks, Wi-Fi, and interactive TV; streamlining data management through CRM, guest management and loyalty, PCI/data security, cloud-based PBX, and business intelligence/data warehouse; and improving business operations via credit card and payment systems, PMS and POS, budgeting/forecasting technology, and housekeeping automation. [3]
Key facts
- Dates
- Nov 2 to Nov 5, 2026
- Location
- Paris, France
- Organizer
- HFTP
What to expect in 2026
- Hospitality Technology
Who attends
HITEC Paris is designed for hospitality technology professionals, innovators, executives, and solution providers. The co-located EquipHotel Paris also attracts hospitality leaders, investors, operators, designers, and suppliers from around the world. [1]
Why it matters
Attendees should go to HITEC Paris to engage with a targeted audience of professionals deeply invested in hospitality finance and technology. It provides a platform to learn about trending topics and to connect with industry leaders and peers. The event serves as a dedicated forum to spotlight hospitality technology trends, emerging solutions, operational innovation, cybersecurity, guest experience advancements, artificial intelligence, and the evolving digital hospitality landscape. [1][4][2]
WON's point of view
WON's take
- The launch of HITEC Paris signifies a strategic move to address the European market's specific needs and accelerate technology adoption, offering a localized context for global hospitality tech trends.
- The co-location with EquipHotel Paris provides an inherent advantage by tapping into an existing large and diverse audience of hospitality leaders, investors, and operators, fostering cross-pollination of ideas between technology and broader hospitality segments.
- The focus on AI, cybersecurity, and guest experience advancements positions HITEC Paris at the forefront of critical challenges and opportunities for the travel and hospitality industry, aligning with the industry's increasing emphasis on digital transformation and operational efficiency.
Questions to ask
- How will the specific content and exhibitors at HITEC Paris be tailored to address the unique regulatory environments and market demands within Europe?
- What mechanisms will be in place to ensure that the innovations and insights presented at HITEC Paris translate into actionable strategies for European hospitality businesses of varying sizes and operational models?
- Given the co-location, how will HITEC Paris cultivate its distinct identity and value proposition while effectively leveraging the broader attendance and scope of EquipHotel Paris?
Organizer & leadership
Organized by HFTP.
Sponsors & exhibitors
Sponsors
- DISH Business
- Shiji
- Maestro PMS
- Agilysys
- Cloudbeds
- Adyen
- CyberTek Global
- Cox Business | Hospitality Network | BlueprintRF | Cox Private Networks
- dormakaba USA
- IRECKONU
- Toast
- ServiceChannel.com, Inc
- ENG InfoTech
- Nomadix, Inc.
- FREEDOMPAY
- Boutique Hotelier
- Hotel Management Magazine
- IHG Owners Association
- PAS
- Hotel Online
- LODGING
- CHTA
- Xpodigital
- Top Floor Podcast
- Hotel Business
- AAHOA
- Lightspeed Commerce
- Hospitality Upgrade
- Modern Hotelier
- HSMAI
- Yipy
- Hospitality Net
- HOTELS Magazine
- iHITA
In their words
“Partnering with EquipHotel allows us to connect hospitality professionals from across Europe and beyond with meaningful education and technology-driven insights”
“The addition of HITEC Paris strengthens the event’s technology offering and reinforces our commitment to supporting innovation across the global hospitality industry”
“Paris is one of the world’s most influential hospitality markets, making it an ideal destination for expanding the HITEC brand”
“EquipHotel has always been a place where the hospitality industry comes together to anticipate trends and discover new solutions”
Tickets & pricing
Check the official registration page for current ticket prices.
From X and LinkedIn
From the show
Hotel News Resource @1HotelNews
May 26, 2026
HITEC Paris to Launch November 2026, Co&Located with EquipHotel Paris: HFTP and RX have announced the launch of HITEC Paris, scheduled for November 5, 2026, at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, to be… https://t.co/JyrsZ4Hk1X #HITECParis #EquipHotelParis #HospitalityIndustry htt
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FAQ
- What is the focus of HITEC Paris 2026?
- HITEC Paris 2026 is a full-day conference dedicated to the future of hospitality technology, innovation, and digital transformation. It will spotlight hospitality technology trends, emerging solutions, operational innovation, cybersecurity, guest experience advancements, artificial intelligence, and the evolving digital hospitality landscape.Source
- Who attends HITEC Paris 2026?
- HITEC Paris 2026 is designed for hospitality technology professionals, innovators, executives, and solution providers. The co-located EquipHotel Paris attracts hospitality leaders, investors, operators, designers, and suppliers from around the world.Source
- What will be covered at HITEC Paris?
- HITEC Paris is dedicated to the future of hospitality technology, innovation, and digital transformation. It will serve as a dedicated forum to spotlight hospitality technology trends, emerging solutions, operational innovation, cybersecurity, guest experience advancements, artificial intelligence, and the evolving digital hospitality landscape.Source
- Will there be educational sessions at HITEC Paris?
- Yes, HFTP will coordinate and produce a comprehensive HITEC education program for HITEC Paris, featuring industry-leading speakers, expert panels, and discussions focused on the technologies shaping the global hospitality industry.Source
Sources
- [1]https://www.hitec.org/news/hftp-and-rx-reveals-launch-of-hitec-paris-co-located-with-equiphotel-paris · retrieved Oct 18, 2026
- [2]https://www.hitec.org/attend · retrieved Oct 18, 2026
- [3]https://www.hitec.org/exhibits · retrieved Oct 18, 2026
- [4]https://www.hitec.org/about-hitec/speaking-opportunities · retrieved Oct 18, 2026
- [5]https://www.hitec.org/about-hitec/future-locations · retrieved Oct 16, 2026
- [6]https://www.hitec.org/exhibits/sponsors · retrieved Oct 18, 2026
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