More employees are ‘working from anywhere’ as hotels adapt to meet evolving guest needs
Aug 20, 2025
Hotels are riding a new wave of demand as remote working abroad becomes mainstream. With flexible work policies allowing professionals to blend travel and productivity, the hospitality sector is rethinking room design and public spaces. From office-style setups in luxury suites to lobby cafés doubling as co-working hubs, hotels are finding fresh ways to capture this growing demographic of “work from anywhere” guests.
Key takeaways
- Remote work abroad is booming: Totaljobs reports a jump from 8.5% in 2023 to 13.25% in 2025—more than seven million people now work outside their home country.
- Extended stays are common: Many remote workers travel for one to two weeks, while some companies, like Twilio, allow up to 90 days abroad annually.
- Luxury brands lead the shift: Hotels such as Four Seasons are fielding requests for office-like amenities, from second screens to printers and coffee-break delivery.
- Spaces are being redesigned: Restaurants are giving way to co-working cafés, and communal areas are increasingly remixed into productivity zones.
- Work + leisure is the new normal: Hotels that blend convenience for business with the feel of a getaway are best positioned to capture this lucrative segment.
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