Redefine the future of hospitality

Your must-attend event of the year for the transformation of hospitality and dining

HOSTEX Expo is Algeria’s must-attend professional event dedicated to the sectors of hospitality, foodservice, design, wellness, and gastronomy. It will take place from January 21 to 24, 2026, at the Oran Convention Centre, bringing together key players across the value chain: hoteliers, restaurant professionals, architects, designers, manufacturers, distributors, startups and institutions.

A Future-Oriented and Transformative Trade Show

HOSTEX positions itself as a driving force for the modernization of the HORECA sector (Hotels, Restaurants, Cafés) in Algeria, in response to global development: :

Digitalization of services : smart management solutions, AI-driven customer
experiences, automation of operations.
Sustainability and eco-responsibility : energy-efficient equipment, optimized resource
and waste management.
Personalization and branding :new hotel design approaches, brand storytelling,
integration of luxury codes.
Well-being and immersive experiences : spas, treatments, fitness, transformational
travel, sensory architecture.
Training and skills development : masterclasses, culinary competitions, workshops, and interdisciplinary networking.

HOSTEX: A platform for innovation

The expo will shed light on cutting-edge solutions to overcome the sector’s challenges:

Objectives of HOSTEX Expo

Bring together professionals from hospitality, foodservice, design, and wellness around a flagship event.
Showcase the latest innovations in equipment, services, technologies, and digital solutions.
Encourage public-private partnerships and cross-sector exchanges.
Highlight Algerian and international expertise, particularly in gastronomy, hotel design, and MICE services.
Create a space for exchange and training through conferences, masterclasses, demonstrations, and culinary competitions.
Support the sector’s transformation in response to new market expectations: sustainability, digitalization, and customer experience.

Strategic positioning

A cross-sector trade show at the intersection of hospitality, foodservice, design, wellness, and gastronomy.
A premium B2B platform for decision-makers, buyers, consultants, and project leaders.
A showcase of Algerian innovation and an international launchpad for local brands.
A structuring event for Algeria’s MICE sector.

Why Oran?

A strategic hub for Algerian tourism, offering modern hotels, a stunning coastline, and a vibrant cultural scene.
Convenient international access through Ahmed Ben Bella Airport and maritime connections.
A dynamic and growing economic ecosystem, spanning construction, design, foodservice, and wellness.
A driver of decentralization, showcasing the potential of Algeria’s regional economic centre.

Why choose Oran Convention Centre ?

High-class infrastructure: modular halls, modern audiovisual equipment, large exhibition areas.
Logistical capacity: thousands of visitors, professional booths, demo areas, VIP lounges.
Proven reputation as host of major international forums and trade shows.
Synergy with nearby hotels and services.

Hotel Investment in Algeria
Status & Outlook

Key figures

13 hotel projects under construction, representing 2,603 rooms (2024)
727 registered tourism projects, 90 operational by 2025
Completed modernisation of 38 public hotels.
1,800 currently operating hotels, with a total capacity of 151,000 beds.

Continental Ranking

9th in Africa for hotel development
Featured in the Hotel Chain Development report.

Future Goals

10 million tourists by 2030
The creation of 150,000–200,000 new beds
Development of Tourism Development Zones (TDZs) in the Highlands and coastal regions

Food-service in Algeria

Market Evolution

7.6% of Algerians’ food expenditures are devoted to dining out.
Rapid growth of fast food with the arrival of international brands:
KFC (currently being established via Azadea Group and rolling out in major coastal cities)
Domino’s Pizza (expansion through regional master franchises)
Dreams Donuts (dynamic franchise targeting urban youth)
Chicken Street (Algerian concept inspired by US standards)
Ben & Florentine, etc.
Rising demand for home delivery and digital services.

Digital Transformation