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Hotel Project Development
From concept to hotel: we turn assets into profitable hospitality businesses
We transform land, buildings and underutilized assets into well-positioned hotels ready to operate in international markets. With experience developing hotels, resorts and tourist apartments, we design bespoke projects that combine product vision, financial viability and operational strategy from day one.
Over 100 hotel projects successfully managed in Hotel Development. Proven results.
Hotels around the world
Over 150 projects across 4 continents and 27 years leading successful hotel strategies.
A well-developed project is worth more from the start
We know that decisions made during the development phase determine a hotel’s profitability for years to come. That is why we bring methodology, an international expert network and real operational insight so that every element of the project is aligned with the expected return.
Service Features
Hotel product conceptualization
We define the ideal model, category and positioning for your asset and target market.
Feasibility Analysis
We assess the technical and financial viability of the project before committing investment.
Market positioning
We identify the target segment, competitive landscape and the project's differential value proposition.
Design optimization
We align architecture, layout and operations to maximize efficiency and guest experience.
Solid Business Plan
Financial, operational and commercial strategy with realistic, results-driven projections.
Operational strategy
We define the management model, operator profile and most profitable structure for the asset.
Juan Pedro Lemes,
Leading Your Strategy
I personally lead your project with a proven approach in the most competitive markets.
- Over 26 years of experience in the hospitality industry.
- 14 years in executive management positions.
- Extensive international experience in Asia, Europe, Eastern Europe, and the USA.
- Operational leadership over more than 22 properties in different countries.
- Proven track record in sustained GOP growth.
- High-level international academic background in hotel management, real estate investments, and revenue management, with studies in Switzerland, the USA, and Spain.
Hotels That Have Already Grown With Us
🥇+18 % RevPAR
Boutique & Wellness Hotel in Tulum, Mexico
- +18% RevPAR in 10 months
- 78% occupancy
- Top 10 positioning in Tulum
MĂ©xico
🥇 Projected ADR +15% competitive
Feasibility Study – 4-Star Hotel USA
- Full feasibility study
- Validated financial projections
- Investor and operator approval
United States
🥇 GOP +9% first year
Boutique Hotel in Gernika (Basque Country)
- +11% annual revenue
- +9% operating profitability
- Local benchmark for service
Spain
🥇 Sustained GOP growth
Hotel on the Black Sea (Bulgaria)
- Redefined operating model
- Optimized costs
- Record GOP for the hotel
Bulgaria
🥇 Successful luxury repositioning
Luxury Resort in Vietnam
- Master plan and full concept
- Design and pre-opening advisory
- New benchmark in sustainable luxury
Vietnam
🥇 Project approved for development
Luxury Resort in Malta
- Master plan and full concept
- Design and pre-opening advisory
- New benchmark in sustainable luxury
Malta
🥇 +11% operating profit
Resort in Bali (Indonesia)
- Repositioned business model
- New revenue streams
- +11% operating profit
Bali
„Unser Ansatz war schon immer derselbe: Hinter jedem profitablen Hotel stehen eine solide Strategie, datenbasierte Entscheidungen und ein Partner, der die Umsetzung von Anfang bis Ende begleitet.“
Juan Pedro Lemes
Geschäftsführer von IHCS
Many hotels are still improvising. Others are already implementing strategy.
Which side do you want to be on?
Preguntas frecuentes sobre desarrollo hotelero
What does the hotel project development service include?
It includes feasibility analysis, concept definition, business plan development, commercial strategy planning, financing sourcing, and project execution.
Can you work on hotel projects anywhere in the world?
Yes, we are an international hotel consultancy. From our headquarters in Germany, we have developed projects in Europe, the Americas, and Asia.
How can I know if my hotel project is viable?
We conduct a technical, economic, and market feasibility study that determines the required investment, expected return, and medium- to long-term profitability.
Do you also assist in finding investors for a hotel?
Yes, at IHCS we support our clients in managing financing, leveraging our experience in hotel investment and our network of international contacts.
How long can the development of a hotel project take?
It depends on the size and complexity, but generally the whole process —from the idea to execution— can take between 12 and 24 months.
Who leads the service?
The strategy is designed and directly supervised by Juan Pedro Lemes Duarte, founder of IHCS and international expert with more than 25 years of experience in hotel marketing strategies.
Proven methodology for hotel projects
Our method combines strategic analysis, clear product definition, detailed planning, and precise execution. A complete roadmap to ensure your hotel is not just an idea, but a profitable and competitive reality in the market.
