HOTELEX Guangzhou 10. – 12. May 2025 | Trade Fair for Hotel Supplies and Catering in Southern China

HOTELEX Guangzhou is a leading trade fair for the hotel and hospitality industry in South China and serves as a key platform for innovation and business opportunities. The name “HOTELEX” underscores the event’s comprehensive focus on hospitality, gastronomy, and catering. Held annually at the renowned Canton Fair Complex (Pazhou Complex) in Guangzhou, the exhibition attracts industry professionals from around the world..

The fair is organized by Shanghai Sinoexpo Informa Markets International Exhibition Co., Ltd., a leading trade fair organizer with extensive experience in hosting high-profile industry exhibitions. HOTELEX Guangzhou is part of a broader series of exhibitions also held in Shanghai, Beijing, and Chengdu, connecting the hotel and hospitality industry across China’s major economic hubs.
The extensive exhibition range at HOTELEX Guangzhou covers all relevant areas of the hospitality and gastronomy sectors. It includes state-of-the-art kitchen equipment, elegant tableware, premium food and beverages, as well as coffee and tea specialties. Additionally, innovations in the bakery and ice cream industry play a significant role. Hotel supplies, gastronomy franchising, food packaging, catering design, and a broad selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages further enrich the diverse product spectrum. Leading manufacturers and suppliers showcase their latest developments and solutions tailored to industry needs.
As a dynamic economic hub in South China, Guangzhou is not only renowned for its long-standing trade tradition but also for its prominent role in the food and hospitality scene. The city hosts numerous innovative dining concepts, international hotel chains, and major industry suppliers. Consequently, HOTELEX Guangzhou serves as a key event that bridges this vibrant market with global trends and emerging technologies.
Beyond the exhibition, the event offers a diverse supporting program. Professional forums, conferences, and engaging events such as the Baker Workshop, the “Natural Food Festival,” the “Shanghai Trendy Beverage Creative Production Competition,” and the “Guangzhou Coffee Roasting Food Festival” enhance the trade fair experience. Competitions and live demonstrations create an inspiring atmosphere, allowing industry professionals to experience the latest trends firsthand.
The fair attracts visitors from the hospitality, gastronomy, catering, and food and beverage industries. Decision-makers from hotels, restaurants, cafés, bakeries, and catering businesses use the event to explore new market trends, establish business connections, and form strategic partnerships. Investors and franchise operators also attend regularly to identify growth opportunities within the industry.
The Canton Fair Complex (Pazhou Complex) in Guangzhou is one of the largest and most modern exhibition centers in the world, offering excellent connectivity. With direct access to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, a well-developed infrastructure, and numerous hotels in close proximity, the venue ensures convenient accessibility for both domestic and international visitors. As a result, HOTELEX Guangzhou stands as an essential platform for the industry and an inspiring stage for the future of the hospitality sector.
The HOTELEX will take place on 3 days from Saturday, 10. May to Monday, 12. May 2025 in Guangzhou.