The Philippine hospitality industry is expected to experience a significant growth in 2025, fueled by the country’s rapid infrastructure development.
Key investments in airports, new accommodations and transportation are seen improving accessibility, attracting more visitors and boosting the tourism sector.
Growth driver
The infrastructure expansion is poised to enhance the country’s appeal as a travel destination. Planned upgrades at major airports, including Manila and Bohol-Panglao international airports, are expected to improve air travel efficiency. New air routes to secondary cities will create more opportunities for domestic and international tourists to explore lesser-known destinations.

Accommodation supply
According to Leechiu Property Consultants, the Philippines is set to add 7,560 new hotel rooms in 2025, reflecting a 2-percent increase in overall supply.
The new rooms will be spread across 34 projects, with the majority located in Luzon (4,134 keys) and Visayas (3,336 keys). As these new accommodations come online, they will help meet the rising demand for places to stay as more tourists visit the country.
“The robust pipeline of hotel openings in 2025 reflects the private sector’s confidence in the hospitality industry. We look forward to seeing inbound and domestic tourism grow to match this expansion,”said Leechiu Property director Alfred Lay.

Growth areas
Metro Manila will see the largest increase in accommodation supply, with 2,882 new hotel rooms. Central Visayas, particularly popular destinations like Cebu, Mactan and Panglao, will add a combined 2,354 rooms. These regions are benefiting from improved accessibility due to airport expansions and new air routes, making them even more attractive to both international and domestic tourists.
Popular beach destinations such as Boracay, Coron and El Nido will also see growth, adding 1,240 new rooms. This growth reflects the rising demand for leisure travel, driven in part by better infrastructure and greater convenience.
With the Philippine government and private sector continuing to invest in infrastructure, Leechiu Property said the country is well-positioned for sustained growth in hospitality.

Beyond the airports, other key developments such as new roads, bridges and transport networks will help improve connectivity between key tourist destinations, making it easier for travelers to explore more of the archipelago.
The combination of increased accessibility, improved transportation and growing accommodation options will drive the Philippine hospitality industry’s recovery and future success.