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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions about IHIF EMEA 2027 from how networking works to what's included in the programme and how to get to the venue.

About IHIF EMEA Dates, venue & accommodation Passes & registration Investors Programme & speakers Networking & first-timers Sponsorship Invoicing & VAT

About IHIF EMEA

What is IHIF EMEA?

The International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF EMEA) is a major hospitality investment event connecting global capital with investment opportunities across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. It brings together investors and senior hospitality leaders for three days of networking, deal-making, market insight and discussions shaping the future of hospitality and living sector investment.

What should I expect at IHIF EMEA?

IHIF EMEA is a premium hospitality investment conference combining thought-leading content with elevated networking and deal-making opportunities. Across three days, investors and senior industry leaders come together to exchange insights, build relationships, identify opportunities and do business in an environment designed to make high-value connections happen.

Why should I attend IHIF EMEA?

IHIF EMEA provides access to hospitality investors, senior decision-makers, market intelligence and new business opportunities in one place. Attendees can build relationships, identify investment opportunities, hear from industry leaders and gain insight into the economic, investment and operational trends influencing hospitality and living sectors across EMEA. Visit our Why Attend page for more information.

Who attends IHIF EMEA?

IHIF EMEA brings together hospitality investors, hotel owners, operators, developers, brands, lenders, advisers and other senior industry leaders. The event attracts more than 2,500 delegates, including 700+ global investors representing $581 billion in assets under management, alongside 500+ C-suite executives, VPs and directors.

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What types of companies and investors attend IHIF EMEA?

IHIF EMEA attracts companies from across the hospitality investment ecosystem, including investors, owners, developers, hotel brands, operators, advisers, asset managers, architects and other industry stakeholders. Investor attendees include private equity firms, owner-operators, developers, REITs, pension funds, high-net-worth investors and sovereign wealth investors. View the companies attending IHIF EMEA.

Dates, venue & accommodation

When and where is IHIF EMEA?

IHIF EMEA 2027 takes place 10–12 May 2027 in Berlin, Germany, at the InterContinental and Pullman hotels Berlin. Visit our venue page.

How do I book accommodation for IHIF EMEA?

IHIF EMEA takes place at the InterContinental and Pullman Berlin, Germany. Registered attendees get access to a discounted accommodation package at the InterContinental Berlin. More information will be provided soon.

Passes & registration

How do I register for IHIF EMEA?

You can currently register your interest for IHIF EMEA 2027 through the official IHIF EMEA website. The event offers different pass types designed around attendee objectives, including access for investors and the next generation.

Which IHIF EMEA pass is right for me?

There are three IHIF EMEA passes. Which one is right for you depends on your role.

Delegate Pass
This is the main pass for anyone attending IHIF EMEA and includes access to the content and the networking opportunities. The price rises at set deadlines, so booking early gets you the lowest rate. A group discount is available for teams booking together. The full rate is paid for the first two passes and a discount of 15% applies from the third pass onwards.

Investor Pass
This pass is for professionals who put capital into hospitality assets, such as acquiring hotels or funding development. Applicants must apply for an Investor pass and you can find out more about eligibility here.

Next Gen Pass
This pass is for early-career professionals in hospitality, real estate and investment. Applicants must apply for a Next-Gen pass and you can find out more about eligibility here.

Full inclusions for each pass are listed on the registration page. If you are unsure which pass applies to you, contact [email protected].

Investors

Why should investors attend IHIF EMEA?

IHIF EMEA brings together more than 700 hospitality investors representing $581 billion in assets under management, alongside owners, operators and senior industry leaders. Investors can gain market and economic insights, explore deal and investment opportunities, strengthen relationships and connect with active participants across the hospitality investment market.

Who qualifies for an IHIF EMEA Investor Pass?

IHIF EMEA offers a discounted pass for eligible investors. Investor Pass applications are subject to qualifying criteria, with applications for the next event opening separately. View Investor Pass criteria and apply.

What is included in the IHIF EMEA Investor Pass?

The IHIF EMEA Investor Pass is built around your deal pipeline. Our team will introduce you to potential partners and arrange meetings with relevant companies during the event. You’ll also get exclusive access to the Investor Lounge for private meetings, entry to the Investor Reception and the opportunity to join the Investor Council.

The pass includes full programme access, covering all conference sessions, refreshment breaks, lunches and evening receptions, plus access to sponsors and all meeting zones and the IHIF EMEA event app. Investors will also contribute to our quarterly Investor Pulse Check which provides a sentiment of the market.

What types of investors attend IHIF EMEA?

IHIF EMEA attracts investors from across the hospitality capital landscape, including private equity firms, owner-operators, developers, REITs, pension funds, high-net-worth individuals and sovereign wealth investors. The event reports more than 700 investors representing $581 billion in assets under management.

What investment opportunities can investors explore at IHIF EMEA?

IHIF EMEA enables investors to explore hospitality investment opportunities across international markets while gaining insight into the specific dynamics of the European hospitality market. Through conference content, networking and direct engagement with industry participants, investors can evaluate market dynamics, emerging opportunities and capital strategies.

What investor networking opportunities are available at IHIF EMEA?

IHIF EMEA provides dedicated networking opportunities for investors, including the Investor Reception, Investor Lounge, matchmaking through Power Hour and Meeting of Minds sessions connecting investors with industry partners. The event also features focused opportunities for LPs and GPs to meet and discuss capital and investment opportunities.

Programme & speakers

What topics are covered in the IHIF EMEA programme?

The IHIF EMEA programme examines the forces shaping hospitality investment, asset performance and long-term value across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The 2027 agenda is built around six themes:

Macro Trends: macroeconomics, geopolitics, consumer behaviour and global market shifts
Capital Markets: capital flows, financing, deal structure and global investment trends
Value Creation: asset management, stakeholder alignment, operational performance and the tech stack
Experience Premium: luxury, lifestyle, leisure, wellness and experiential hospitality
Development Returns: future-proof development, adaptive reuse, conversions and development economics
Destination Dynamics: growth markets, placemaking, destination development and partnerships

Who is the IHIF EMEA programme designed for?

The IHIF EMEA programme is designed for hospitality investors, owners, developers, operators, hotel brands and advisers seeking market insight, investment intelligence and opportunities to exchange ideas with senior industry leaders. Sessions are intended to help attendees analyse data, test strategies and identify new opportunities across hospitality and living sectors.

The programme is also deliberately structured to bring together participants with shared interests, creating opportunities for meaningful connections, peer learning and conversations that continue beyond the stage.

What session formats are included in the programme?

IHIF EMEA uses a range of session formats to support different data sharing and learning objectives, to encourage audience participation and create opportunities for meaningful peer-to-peer interaction. The programme includes keynote presentations, interviews, panels, market spotlights, expert discussions, regional investment focuses, matchmaking meetings and content-led networking experiences such as Meeting of Minds and roundtables.

Where can I view or download the programme?

The 2026 programme can be viewed online, with sessions organised by day, time and delegate type. A downloadable 2026 programme is also available for attendees who want an overview of the conference content and schedule. Download 2026 programme.

A first draft of the 2027 programme will be available soon.

Who is speaking at IHIF EMEA?

IHIF EMEA brings together senior leaders from across the hospitality investment community, including investors, owners, operators, developers, hotel brands, lenders and advisers. The 2027 speaker line-up will be announced soon. In the meantime, see the 2026 speakers to get a sense of the calibre of industry leaders who take the stage.

View the 2026 speakers.

Networking & first-timers

What networking opportunities are available at IHIF EMEA?

IHIF EMEA offers networking opportunities designed to connect attendees with investors, owners, developers and hospitality industry leaders. These include dedicated networking sessions, receptions, networking lounges, meeting spaces and content-led discussions. The IHIF EMEA event app also allows registered attendees to identify contacts and arrange meetings, before, during and after the event.

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Does the programme include networking?

Yes, networking is integrated into the IHIF EMEA programme to suit different needs through matchmaking sessions, networking breaks, lunches, receptions and discussion-led formats. These activities sit alongside the conference content, helping attendees turn shared interests and insights into meaningful conversations and business relationships.

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How should I prepare for my first IHIF EMEA?

Plan your IHIF EMEA experience around what you want to achieve, whether that is meeting investors and potential partners, developing your industry network or gaining new market insights. The IHIF EMEA event app helps registered attendees see who is attending, arrange meetings and create a personalised agenda, while dedicated networking sessions and receptions provide additional opportunities to make connections.

View First Timers page.

Sponsorship

What sponsorship opportunities are available at IHIF EMEA?

IHIF EMEA offers tailored sponsorship opportunities to connect businesses with global hospitality investors and senior industry decision-makers. Packages can include event branding, thought leadership and speaking opportunities, curated networking, lead generation and year-round digital, editorial and social exposure, designed around specific commercial objectives. Enquire about sponsorship opportunities.

I’m interested in becoming a sponsor, who should I contact?

Download the sponsorship brochure here. to explore the full range of opportunities available. To discuss which package best fits your objectives, get in touch with the sponsorship team directly here.

Invoicing & VAT

How does Forge (Questex) invoice you for admission to on-site events (e.g. conferences and tradeshows) taking place in Germany?

For granting of admission to our on-site events taking place in Germany, e. g. our hospitality investment conferences, we include German VAT in our invoice to you. The reason is that according to Art. 53 VAT Directive / Sec. 3a Para. 3 No. 5 German VAT Act, the place of supply of this kind of services, if provided to entrepreneurs (B2B), is the place where the event takes place.

The same applies in case these services are provided to non-entrepreneurs (B2C) as within the meaning of Art 54 VAT Directive / Sec. 3a Para 3 No 3a) German VAT Act, the place of supply of such services shall be the place where they are in fact carried out by Forge (Questex).

Does the so-called reverse charge mechanism apply to the granting of admission rights to on-site events taking place in Germany?

No, the reverse charge mechanism does not apply as the German VAT Law makes use of a derogation in Sec. 13b Para. 6 German VAT Act with respect to the granting of admission rights to on-site events taking place in Germany. This means that Questex must charge German VAT regardless of the customer establishment or residence.

Is Forge (Questex) registered for German VAT?

Yes, Forge (Questex) is registered.

If you possess an EU VAT ID number yourself, you can verify this number using the VIES Portal (https://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/vies/#/vat-validation).

Can an input tax deduction be claimed from invoices issued by Forge (Questex)?

Yes, as an entrepreneur, you should be able to claim the input tax within your German VAT return. If you are not registered for VAT purposes in Germany, you should be able to claim the input tax deduction within an input tax refund application if all requirements are met. Please check the website of the German tax authorities for more information. https://www.bzst.de/EN/Businesses/VAT_Refund/input_vat_refund_procedure_node.html

Since we are unable to provide tax advice, we recommend you contact your tax advisor for more details. This applies especially as real estate companies may have limitations to deduct.

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