Egypt and Morocco Lead Africa in Hotel Development Growth

A report indicates that Egypt and Morocco have overtaken Nigeria in hotel room development, with Egypt leading the continent with 45,984 rooms across 185 properties, representing a substantial portion of Africa's hotel pipeline. Morocco follows with 10,606 rooms across 75 properties, while Nigeria ranks third with 8,480 rooms across 57 properties.

Together, Egypt and Morocco account for 45% of the total hotel room pipeline in Africa. The report highlights that Egypt recorded 39 new hotel deals last year and anticipates 33 openings by 2026, reinforcing its development momentum.

Trevor Ward, Managing Director of W Hospitality Group, noted that the data reflects a strong growth trajectory in Africa's hotel development, primarily driven by high-performing markets like Egypt. The report also emphasizes the concentration of development activity among a small number of global brands, with Marriott International leading with 31,782 rooms, followed by Hilton and Accor.

The anticipated opening of 65,000 rooms by 2026-2027 may face challenges in actual delivery.