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Hotel guests want more than a bed: complete experiences rule summer

JSBy Joan SanzCurated by Joan Sanz. · June 30, 2026 · Follow on LinkedIn
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Eurostars Hotel Company has done it again. Its Hotel Tester initiative gathered nearly 200 proposals from customers, and the conclusion is clear: guests no longer settle for a nice room. They want a complete experience, and the hotel that doesn't get it will be left behind. According to the survey published by Smart Travel News, the requests focus on:

Rooftops have become the new lobby: a meeting point, a leisure hub and a differentiation tool. Personally, I think it's a smart move. We have been preaching for years that a hotel must be a destination in itself, not just a container for beds. That a chain like Eurostars listens directly to 200 customers and publishes the results is a lesson for the entire industry. When will we see more chains doing the same? Next summer, if you do not have a rooftop with live music, you won't exist.

Quick questions

What do guests want from a hotel now?
Guests no longer just want a nice bed. They want a full experience with rooftop activities, wellness, thematic dining, and connection to the local community.
What did Eurostars Hotel Tester find out?
The initiative collected nearly 200 customer proposals. The key finding is hotels must become a destination themselves, not just a container of beds.
Why are rooftops essential this summer?
Rooftops are the new lobby: a hub for socializing, entertainment, and differentiation. No live music on a rooftop means a hotel will be left behind.

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