Advisory Intelligence for Hotel Development

Hotel Development Advisory

From site acquisition to guest arrival — structured intelligence for every decision point in the development lifecycle.

The Development Lifecycle

Six phases. One coherent framework. Clear decisions at every gate.

01

Feasibility & Positioning

Validate market assumptions, define brand tier, benchmark against comparable projects.

02

Operator Selection & Contracts

Evaluate HMA proposals, negotiate TSA terms, structure MOUs with confidence.

03

Design & Programming

Brief architects with structured area programmes, guestroom standards, and BOH requirements.

04

Technical Coordination

Manage the detail design phase with clear specification frameworks and approval gates.

05

Procurement & Construction

Issue structured RFPs, evaluate consultants, and manage the build phase.

06

Pre-Opening & Operations

Staff the property, commission systems, and prepare for operational handover.

Available Guides

Brand-neutral, owner-focused documents covering the decisions that shape a hotel project.

Hotel Development Lifecycle — Scope of Work Guide
Hotel Area Programming Guide
Hotel Design Brief Framework
Hotel Development Cost Benchmarking Guide
Guestroom Design Standards & Experience Guide
Technical Design Coordination & Detail Package Guide
Staff Experience & Back-of-House Space Planning Guide
Construction & Consultant Procurement — RFP Guide
HMA Evaluation & Negotiation Guide
TSA Assessment Framework
MOU Structure & Term Sheet Guide

Ready to build with clarity?

Whether it’s your first hotel or your tenth — clarity at the right moment changes outcomes.