5 Reasons Hotels Are Renovating in 2025—And How to Keep Up

The hospitality industry is entering a bold new chapter in 2025. From luxury resorts to boutique hotels, brands are investing heavily in renovations to meet evolving guest expectations and stay competitive in a rapidly changing market.

Whether you’re managing a multi-property portfolio or planning a single-property upgrade, here are the five key reasons hotels are prioritizing renovations this year—and how you can stay ahead of the curve.

1. Rising Guest Expectations

Today’s travelers aren’t just looking for a place to sleep—they’re craving elevated experiences, personalized comfort, and memorable design. Soft goods like bedding, drapery, and furniture are now central to those expectations. Renovating these touchpoints helps hotels create a modern, luxurious atmosphere that guests will rave about.

2. Brand Refresh & Repositioning

Many hospitality brands are using 2025 as a milestone to refresh their image. Whether it’s through new color palettes, design standards, or a shift toward biophilic and wellness-inspired interiors, FF&E (furniture, fixtures, and equipment) upgrades are playing a major role in these rebrands.

3. Sustainability Demands

Sustainability is no longer a trend—it’s a standard. Guests and corporate clients alike are choosing properties that align with environmentally responsible practices. Renovating with eco-conscious fabrics, energy-efficient drapery systems, and durable materials allows hotels to tell a sustainability story that resonates.

4. Technology Integration

From smart blinds to multifunctional furniture, renovation is a chance to integrate technology seamlessly into the guest room experience. Design-forward soft goods now come with features that support both style and tech—such as blackout drapery systems that sync with automation platforms.

5. Post-Pandemic Recovery & Investment Cycles

After several years of pandemic-related delays, hotels are now reinvesting. Owners are tapping into refreshed capital budgets to upgrade rooms, boost guest satisfaction scores, and attract group business. Renovation is a powerful strategy to stand out in today’s competitive booking environment.

Renovation Focus: What’s Getting the Upgrade?

Key areas of renovation in 2025 include:

• Custom Bedding: Plush, high-quality bedding elevates the guest experience and reinforces a property’s brand identity.

• Window Treatments: Motorized and manual drapery systems are being upgraded for both style and energy efficiency.

• FF&E: Furniture refreshes are leaning toward multi-use, modular, and minimalist designs that blend form with function.

Why Partner with Decorator Industries

When it comes to hotel renovations, working with the right partners can make all the difference. Decorator Industries is a trusted name in soft goods fabrication, offering custom window treatments and bedding that bring your design vision to life.

We’ve proudly served the hospitality industry since 1953, and our legacy is built on unmatched craftsmanship, personalized service, and innovation. Under the leadership of Dan Hannula—who started at DI as a sewing machine technician and now leads the company—we’ve expanded into the commercial and healthcare sectors, all while maintaining a customer-first approach.

— Dan Hannula

At DI, we don’t just manufacture—we collaborate. From the initial concept to final installation, our team ensures that every detail reflects your property’s unique identity. Our Midwestern values of quality, care, and long-term relationships are woven into every project.

Ready to Renovate?

If you’re planning a renovation in 2025, now is the perfect time to partner with a window treatment, bedding fabricator, and soft goods who takes pride in every project.

Contact Priscilla Emmerson, VP of Sales, at priscilla.emmerson@decind.com to start a conversation about your upcoming project.

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