Stelliers on Tour: Hong Kong’s Hospitality Momentum Returns
Stelliers Co-Founder Stéphane de Montgros recently visited Hong Kong for a week of discussions with friends of Stelliers across the territory.
Hervé Mazella, General Manager at Andaz Hong Kong
Thomas Salg, President, and Ada To, Vice President Human Resources, at Wharf Hotels
“It has been very exciting to witness first-hand the growing excitement within the community, as the performance of recent months has been very encouraging, with steady and solid demand from both Chinese and international travellers, as well as large scale, city-wide events,” Stephane shared.
Anas Bencheqroun, Multi-Property General Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong and W Hong Kong
Charles Fisher, General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong
After several years of challenges, there is a growing sense of optimism across Hong Kong’s hospitality sector, with many industry professionals feeling that the city is entering a strong new chapter in 2026.
Clifford Weiner, General Manager at Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong
Mark Holmes, General Manager at Grand Hyatt Hong Kong
“Hong Kong seems to be staging a significant comeback in 2026 after so many years of challenges, and it feels wonderful to see,” he added.
Dean Dimitriou, General Manager at The Murray
Simon McHendry, General Manager at The Upper House Hong Kong and Pacific Place Apartments, Swire Hotels; Head of Sales & Revenue at Swire Hotels
The visit also highlighted the continued evolution of Hong Kong’s hotel community, as properties across the city continue refining the balance between local and mainland talent, while also welcoming back international hospitality professionals.
GP Yeow, General Manager at JW Marriott Hong Kong
Jan Jansen, General Manager at Conrad Hong Kong
Dirk Dalichau, General Manager at Mondrian Hong Kong
Hugo Montanari, Managing Director and Stelliers Greater China 2025 General Manager of the Year, and Melody Liu, Complex Director Talent and Culture, at Rosewood Hong Kong
As always, these conversations reinforced the strength, resilience, and passion of the hospitality community across the region. It is a joy to witness such positive momentum, and we look forward to celebrating Hong Kong’s successes on December 11 in Shanghai at the Stelliers Greater China 2026 Awards Ceremony.
Michel Chertouh, Managing Director at Regent Hong Kong
Paul Jackson, General Manager, and Ferdinand Wachs, Deputy General Manager, at Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
Celebrate the People Moving Hospitality Forward
There’s still time to nominate outstanding hospitality professionals for the Stelliers Greater China 2026.
Do you know someone who has gone above and beyond in their role over the past 12 months? Someone who has demonstrated leadership, resilience, creativity, or an exceptional commitment to improving the guest experience?
Now is the time to recognise their contribution to the industry.