In the past decade, Africa’s hotel market has become known as one to watch among hospitality industry insiders.
Fuelled by economic growth, a drive in tourism, and growing urbanisation, the continent’s hotel industry has witnessed remarkable growth.
Several of the world’s biggest hotel chains have invested deeply in their African pipeline, notably Radisson, which has set a target of growing its presence in the continent by 50%.
According to hotel market data projections, hotel revenue is expected to be at USD$14.83bn by 2028. This is an increase from USD$12.10bn in 2024, which puts the African market at an annual growth rate of 5.22%*.
The number of users in this market is projected to reach 119.50m by 2028, with a 7.5% penetration in 2024 and an 8.4% penetration by 2028. In addition, the average revenue per user is forecasted to be US$123.90*.
Africa’s growing hotel pipeline means that opportunities for suppliers to target new hotel projects in the region are growing, and staying informed about the latest and greatest in Africa is crucial for businesses wanting to make the best sales pitch possible.
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Five of Africa’s newest upcoming hotel projects
MGallery Plein Ciel Dijbouti
This conversion project will transform a heritage building in Djibouti into a hotel. The property will be managed by Accor’s MGallery Hotel Collection and located in Dijibouti’s central business district. Visitors can expect a restaurant, coffee shop, courtyard, swimming pool, fitness centre, and gym.
| Location | Dijbouti City, Djibouti. |
| Phase | Under Construction |
| No. of rooms | 50 |
| Schedule | Q2 in 2026 |
| Star Rating | Five star |
| More details | https://tophotelprojects.com/constructions/mgallery-plein-ciel-djibouti/?utm_source=thp&utm_medium=blog-post&utm_campaign=project |
Mandarin Oriental Shepheard
Mandarin Oriental Shepheard will be the luxury hotel group’s first in Egypt and marks an expansion of their presence across the African continent. The international hotelier will be converting Cairo’s celebrated Shepheard Hotel into a Mandarin Oriental property. The hotel is situated on the eastern shores of the Nile River in the heart of downtown Cairo.
| Location | Cairo, Egypt |
| Phase | Under Construction |
| No. of rooms | 276 |
| Schedule | Q3 in 2025 |
| Star Rating | Five star |
| More details | https://tophotelprojects.com/constructions/mandarin-oriental-shepheard/?utm_source=thp&utm_medium=blog-post&utm_campaign=project |
Le Carrousel Art Hotel
Le Carrousel Art Hotel will be a mixed-use destination located in the Moroccan coastal city of Rabat. It will feature an outdoor mall with more than 120 shops and restaurants. There will also be over 200 unique residential seaside apartments and a waterfront with 36 promenade shops. To top it all off, there will be 12,000 sqm of office space!
| Location | Rabat, Morocco |
| Phase | Under Construction |
| No. of rooms | 132 |
| Schedule | Q4 in 2025 |
| Star Rating | Five star |
| More details | ttps://tophotelprojects.com/constructions/le-carrousel-art-hotel/?utm_source=thp&utm_medium=blog-post&utm_campaign=project |
Serengeti Explorer
Tanzania’s famed Serengeti Explorer is getting a makeover and will reopen to guests toward the end of this year. Known for its remarkable location on the Nyaboro Hills, the hotel is a perfect hub for guests to embark on a safari. The property will expand, gaining a wide range of new dining options and more room constellations.
| Location | Ihusil, Tanzania |
| Phase | Refurbishment |
| No. of rooms | 68 |
| Schedule | Q4 in 2024 |
| Star Rating | Five star |
| More details | https://tophotelprojects.com/constructions/serengeti-explorer/?utm_source=thp&utm_medium=blog-post&utm_campaign=project |
Forum El Djazair
Forum El Djazair is an Algerian-designed, Algerian-owned hotel situated in a prime locale on the coast of the country’s largest city, Algiers. The newly built property will be on a plot of 2.65ha and will be a mixed-use destination – with restaurants, recreational areas, and shopping.
| Location | Algiers, Algeria |
| Phase | Under Construction |
| No. of rooms | 270 |
| Schedule | Q1 in 2026 |
| Star Rating | Five star |
| More details | https://tophotelprojects.com/constructions/forum-el-djazair/?utm_source=thp&utm_medium=blog-post&utm_campaign=project |
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Image: Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya. Image © Ron Dauphin/ Unsplash
