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MENA Edition · 2026

Digital Transformation in Hotel Technology

The Premier Hospitality Tech Event: Where Hotels Meet Technology and Growth Solutions

02–03 December 2026
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Redefining Hospitality Through Innovation

As Kingdom of Saudi Arabia accelerates its transformation under Vision 2030, the hospitality sector is entering a new era of innovation, expansion, and opportunity. Digital Transformation in Hotel Technology – Riyadh 2026 brings together leading hoteliers, hotel owners, technology providers, and industry experts to explore practical solutions that drive operational efficiency, revenue growth, and sustainable expansion. Over two dynamic days, the event focuses on turning ideas into action bridging strategy with real-world implementation and enabling meaningful connections that power the future of hospitality in the Kingdom.

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150+ Hospitality & Technology Decision-Makers Connecting, collaborating & shaping the future of hotel technology 25+ Expert Speakers From leading hotels, hospitality groups, and technology innovators 12+ Hours of High-Impact Content Exploring digital transformation, AI, automation, data & guest experience 150+ Hospitality & Technology Decision-Makers Connecting, collaborating & shaping the future of hotel technology 25+ Expert Speakers From leading hotels, hospitality groups, and technology innovators 12+ Hours of High-Impact Content Exploring digital transformation, AI, automation, data & guest experience

Conference Chairperson

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Jamel Ben Amor

President and Chief Operating Officer

IRIS HOTELS & RESORTS

Hospitality's Top Voices

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Manish Gangotia

Director Of Information Technology

Fairmont Riyadh
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Himanshu Kaul

CTO - Cognitive Cities & Hotels

ELISIUM City
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Ibrahim Shousha

Director of Rooms

Grand Hyatt Al Khobar Hotel And Residences
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Manas Zend

Director of Revenue Management

Hyatt hotels and Resorts
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Hany Atef Al-Wassif, MBA

Group General Manager

Cheerful Hotels & Resorts
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Wael Farouk Abdel Aziz

Cluster General Manager

Boudl Hotels
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Rashed Abu Rashed

Manager of Growth & Development – Hospitality & Travel | Hospitality Technology Consultant

Saudi Skills Ltd
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Amir Nasr

General Manager

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Riyadh - King Fahd Road
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Manish Gangotia

Director Of Information Technology

Fairmont Riyadh
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Himanshu Kaul

CTO - Cognitive Cities & Hotels

ELISIUM City
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Ibrahim Shousha

Director of Rooms

Grand Hyatt Al Khobar Hotel And Residences
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Manas Zend

Director of Revenue Management

Hyatt hotels and Resorts
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Hany Atef Al-Wassif, MBA

Group General Manager

Cheerful Hotels & Resorts
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Wael Farouk Abdel Aziz

Cluster General Manager

Boudl Hotels
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Rashed Abu Rashed

Manager of Growth & Development – Hospitality & Travel | Hospitality Technology Consultant

Saudi Skills Ltd
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Amir Nasr

General Manager

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Riyadh - King Fahd Road

Why Attend DHT Riyadh 2026?

Join the Kingdom’s hospitality decision-makers to explore solutions that enhance operations, revenue, and expansion.

Each theme explores actionable strategies that drive operational efficiency, elevate guest experiences, and enable sustainable growth and expansion.

2 Days Actionable Themes Hotel Leaders
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Day 1

Practical Implementation of Tech & Innovation in Hotel Operations

  • Tech Implementation Challenges
  • AI & Automation
  • Guest Experience Enhancement
  • Scalable Operations
  • Data-Driven Decisions

Day 2

Scaling for Success: Learn Strategies for Growth & Expansion

  • Revenue Growth Through Technology
  • Data-Driven Revenue Management
  • Case Studies & Best Practices
  • Operational Sustainability
  • Next-Gen Hospitality

Meet the Global Community of Hospitality Innovators

Our audience brings together hospitality leaders and technology innovators from across the globe, with a strong concentration in MENA and representation from key markets worldwide.
Attendee breakdown: Hotel Chains 45 percent, Midsize and Independent Hotels 40 percent, Service Providers 10 percent, Academics 5 percent.
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    Hotel Chains
  • 40%
    Midsize/Independent Hotels
  • 10%
    Service Providers
  • 5%
    Academics

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Hear It from Our Satisfied Clients

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Tambourine

Topics were overall solid - I really enjoyed hearing what solutions brands are putting in place and the methodology of how they got there. (ex. PortoBay, Orea Hotels, Radisson Hotel Group)

Scavenger Hunt

Radisson Hotel Group

Very interesting and inspiring conference.

Drinks Reception

Alsensia

Very nice People and organisation, some good leads for future projects.

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ZO The Med Resort

I guide luxury and lifestyle hospitality companies through the complexities of digital transformation, ensuring seamless technology integration that enhances guest experiences and operational excellence.

Speed Networking

Arribas Sintra Hotel

It was a immersive experience, unique and fantastic event.

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Sarova Hotels

Found the event well organised, a good mix of delegates from different disciplines, hotels and suppliers event itself was excellent and highly impactful. The venue is unique, iconic, and genuinely breathtaking, and it perfectly reinforced a core message.

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Turneo

Great few days at the DHT conference at the magnificent Hôtel Le Negresco in Nice. In our fireside chat, Mihaela Prekalj Radic, Director of Digital Transformation at Aminess Hotels & Resorts, shared some genuinely interesting insights on how they're thinking about experiences.

Contact Our Team

For Speaking Enquiries

Ashley King

Speaker Acquisitions Executive

For Ticket Enquiries

Hannah Jones

Delegate Manager

For Sponsorship Enquiries

Matthew Rose

Sponsorship Manager

For Media Partnership Enquiries

Tina Aston

Media Partnerships Executive