Steam app 1602000 · updated 12 Sep 2026, 18:03 UTC
Step into the shoes of a hotel owner as you design, build, and manage grand hotels around the world. Juggle demanding guests, frantic logistics, and plenty of unexpected surprises in Hotel Architect; the ultimate hotel construction and tycoon management game!
719 hourly samples, with the daily peak drawn over them. Weekends are shaded.
17 months, May 2025 to September 2026. The highest number of people in the game at once, each month, on a time axis -- a gap in the record stays a gap.
The highest number of people in the game at once, each month. Four, because four is as far back as the source keeps anything finer than one figure a month.
31 days, each one the highest figure that day. The source keeps no hourly detail this far back. Weekends are shaded.
31 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 438 hourly samples from 13 Aug, which is as far back as the source keeps every hour. Weekends are shaded.
12 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 281 hourly samples. Each dip is a night. Weekends are shaded.
Hotel Architect was released on 14 May, 2026.
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Hello Hoteliers, happy Friday!This week, we are back with a brand-new 'beginner's guide to Hotel Architect' video by Goldiroxs!To find out everything you need to know about how to get out of debt in London quickly and efficiently, simply…
TeganHello Hoteliers!As August draws to a close and we're left to enjoy what's left of this years Summer Sun... it's time to celebrate all of your wonderful August creations in Hotel Architect! This month we added dynamic lighting into Hotel…
TeganHello Hoteliers! Last week we launched the 'Dynamic Lighting' update and you have very quickly got to work on designing well-lit hotels across the globe, many of which I'm sure will make it into our August community highlights blog at the…
TeganHello Hoteliers!We are thrilled to announce, that as part of the Six One Demo Days Steam Event, that we are re-launching the Hotel Architect demo! The week-long demo event kicks off tonight with a presentation and livestream, and spotlights…
TeganHello Hoteliers,Welcome back to another Community Highlights blog, this time for all of the wonderful builds you have created throughout July. Now, you might be thinking 'but July hasn't finished yet...?' Well, you'll just have to stay…
TeganHello Hoteliers!Welcome back to another feature focus blog! Recently, we've seen a lot of questions about Couple check-ins and how they work, so let's talk about it in more detail! When were couples first introduced? Couples were first…
TeganHello hoteliers! Today, we are returning to an old blog series that we like to refer to as 'Feature Focus'. Today, we'll be taking a closer look at the Upgrade Tree! What is the Upgrade tree? The upgrade tree allows players to upgrade…
TeganHello Hoteliers! :DinnerServed:Firstly, welcome to all of our new guests who have joined us since the Steam Summer Sale, we hope that you enjoy your stay with us! :RelaxingDrink:Secondly, welcome back to everyone for our (now) monthly…
TeganHello Hoteliers! To celebrate the start of the Steam Summer Sale (where Hotel Architect will be 22% off!) we have just released a brand-new update for you all! This new update includes new items, quality of life improvements, and bug fixes!…
TeganHello Hoteliers! If you're looking for inspiration for your hotel designs, then you have come to the right blog, because today we are celebrating our 5 favourite community builds of the week! Black Forest Hotel by Maz This beautiful hotel…
TeganHello Hoteliers! Today we have a brand-new update for you (v1.0.1) which includes several community requests (including new items and decorations!) as well as quality of life improvements and bug fixes! Thank you for all of your thoughts…
TeganHello Hoteliers,Since launching into v1.0 two weeks ago, we've noticed that a few of you are finding the London Scenario, and avoiding total bankruptcy, a little challenging. So today, we've got some tips and tricks to help you progress…
TeganHello Hoteliers!Thank you for all of your thoughts, feedback, and bug reports, since we launched into v1.0! We've been hard at work to address as much as possible in our first patch! Please find the patch notes for v1.0.0.11 below!🏨What's…
TeganHello Hoteliers,Today is a very special day because it marks the one year anniversary of when Hotel Architect first opened the doors to Early Access. For many of you, that would've been the first time that you ever checked-in with us, and…
TeganHello hoteliers!Thank you so much for the support last Thursday when we launched Hotel Architect into 1.0! In case you missed it... you can read up on everything included in the 1.0 version here: The reaction to 1.0 has been truly humbling…
TeganHello Hoteliers,This is what we've all been waiting for... we are thrilled to announce that Hotel Architect is out now in 1.0!Complete with deeper management systems, a brand-new custom sandbox mode, difficulty options, more locations than…
TeganHello hoteliers...It is very nearly time to check-in to Hotel Architect, do you have your suitcases packed and ready?Thank you for your support throughout this Early Access journey! As you would've seen in our 'Road to 1.0' blog earlier…
TeganHello hoteliers,We are just two days away from the launch of Hotel Architect, and we know you have PLENTY of burning questions about 1.0, some of which we plan to answer in todays blog. But first... we thought you might want to see our 1.0…
TeganHello Hoteliers, This week we are launching Hotel Architect into 1.0. It has been a long, challenging and FUN journey which is why, today, we're feeling rather nostalgic and sentimental looking back on everything that has led us up to this…
TeganMental Health Awareness Week felt like a good moment to pause for a second while we get ready to launch Hotel Architect on May 14th.Over the past few weeks, we’ve been talking a lot about “check-in”. Checking guests in. Checking rooms are…
SteveHello Hoteliers,WE'RE OFFICIALLY LESS THAN 1 WEEK AWAY FROM LAUNCH! Throughout Early Access, a long requested feature has been for a custom sandbox mode that lets you set the max size and location of your hotel. Well... we have been…
TeganHello Hoteliers, We are now just ONE WEEK away from launch after a year in Early Access, and we cannot wait to let you check-in to 1.0!Last week we asked you what you wanted to find out more about next: London or the Custom Sandbox mode…
TeganHello Hoteliers! It's officially less than 2 weeks until we open the doors to the 1.0 version of Hotel Architect, after nearly a year in Early Access, and I hope you're all as excited as we are! Whilst we wait for the grand opening, each…
TeganHello Hoteliers! Thank you for the warm reception for our 1.0 Release Date Announcement last week, we can't wait to get you all check-in to the full version of our game. In the build up to launch, each week we're going to do a deep dive…
TeganHello Hoteliers,As revealed during the Galaxies Spring Showcase, we're proud to announce that Hotel Architect will officially be leaving Early Access on May 14th, one year after entering early access!Check-out the 1.0 Release date Trailer…
TeganHello Hoteliers,As you know, earlier today we revealed that the release date for Hotel Architect entering 1.0 will be announced at the Galaxies Spring Showcase on April 16th! If you missed this, you can check out the blog with all the…
TeganHello Hoteliers, We are thrilled to share that we will be a part of the Galaxies Spring Showcase 2026, which is taking place on April 16th! Here, we will be finally revealing the 1.0 release date for Hotel Architect, so this is a showcase…
TeganHi Hoteliers,Welcome back to our Feature Focus blog series where we explore some of the standout features of Hotel Architect. Today, we're turning attention to Bellhops, a unique staff type who we introduced in the December 2025 'Bellhop…
TeganHello Hoteliers! Last week we teased what will be coming in the 1.0 version of Hotel Architect this Spring. Whilst we do not yet have the official release date (though this is coming very soon!), today we wanted to tease one of the features…
TeganHello Hoteliers! Today we wanted to celebrate YOU our community, and all of the fantastic builds you have shared recently because YOU ARE ALL SO TALENTED! 😍Check out our favourite picks below... and if you ever want to be featured in our…
TeganHey hoteliers,We’ve heard the whispers in the lobby. The rumours are true. Hotel Architect 1.0 is approaching, and we can’t wait to welcome you to the full experience very soon.Before that happens, we wanted to share where the game stands…
WIRED NeilHello Hoteliers! Today we're taking a look at one of the spookier sides of Hotel Architect... Ghosts! If you were a playtester back in 2023, you might remember a time before ghosts ever visited our hotels... but they were so heavily…
TeganHello Hoteliers! We hope that you've been enjoying the latest "Management Update"! This introduced a whole host of new features which allow a deeper level of management within your hotel, one of those features is the skill training…
TeganHey Hotelliers!We're bringing you a quick hotfix post-Lunar New Year!Fixed a bug that occasionally prevented the critic from finding Spa/Bar/Gym zone. Fixed a bug that caused the pre-placed rowing machine in the Santorini scenario to never…
Patch notesHello Hoteliers!As we welcome in the Year of the Horse, we wanted to wish our players a joyful and prosperous Lunar New Year! To mark the occasion in Hotel Architect, last month we launched the Management Update, featuring the brand-new…
TeganGood weekend, Hoteliers!Today, we've got a quick hotfix for you, in the shape of v0.9.1.5! We've made the following changes:Custom characters now have the correct voice when appeared in game.UI now shows correct character type when…
Patch notesHello Hoteliers! We are thrilled to share that Hotel Architect is participating in the Breakthrough T1D Play Steam Sale which starts today! Over 50 Games & DLC are available at HUGE discounts, this includes the brand-new 'Hotel Architect…
TeganHello Hoteliers,Thank you so much for checking-in to our latest Management update, and if you joined us from the Free Weekend and Daily Deal... Welcome to our hotel! From the very start of our Early Access journey, community feedback has…
Patch notesHello Hoteliers! We’ve been hard at work behind the scenes, and today we’re thrilled to roll out a significant expansion to how you will hire, train and manage staff in Hotel Architect! The Management Update Includes: New Features: All-new…
TeganOur next seasonal update is dropping on January 29th and brings an enchanting Lunar New Year Pack, completely free to all players and available to use year-round via the main menu toggle! We know this is early, but we want all your hotels…
WIRED AnninaHey Hoteliers! We hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and New Years! The team are now back from their holidays too and we're working on our next update which we're very happy to say it will be landing in game on January 29th. We know…
WIRED AnninaThis is the time of year where jack frost starts to nip at your toes, so stay inside and play some of the warmest indie games.You may even find your new favourite Indie Game with the Wired Winter Steam Sale 2025!Cozy up with our incredible…
WIRED AnninaToday’s update delivers two major systems that deepen the day to day management of your hotel, along with a festive seasonal pack to help you bring a little winter magic to your guests.And a heads up for anyone jumping in or gifting the…
WIRED AnninaHo-Ho-Hoteliers! 🎅 We’re very happy to share that the next update for Hotel Architect is landing on December 18th and it’s bringing some highly requested features and a festive seasonal makeover with it! Bellhops and Room ServiceThis update…
WIRED AnninaHey Hoteliers, We know we've been quiet since the Halloween update but do not fret, we're working on the next update which we reckon should make you all very happy as its been shown off before! We know you're all waiting patiently, and…
WIRED AnninaThe doors are open, the guests are waiting, and the chaos is calling. our brand-new demo is here, and it’s your chance to design the hotel of your dreams… or nightmares. Boutique luxury? Sure. A labyrinth of doom with 47 toilets and no…
WIRED AnninaHey wannabe hoteliers! Have you ever dreamed of designing and managing your own luxury hotel empire? Now’s your chance to step into the role of a visionary hotel architect - for free! Whether you're a chaotic or cozy player, Hotel Architect…
WIRED AnninaWe’re excited to announce that Hotel Architect will be part of this year’s Cozy Quest event on Steam, running from November 17th to 20th! Cozy Quest is a celebration of all games that are cozy, particularly indie games so we're thrilled to…
WIRED AnninaSpooky season has arrived in Hotel Architect, and we’re thrilled to unveil our first seasonal update with our Halloween Add-on – a chillingly fun content pack to haunt your halls and rooms if you dare! So what's in the update?Check out…
WIRED AnninaIt’s that time of year again - when the lights dim, the fog rolls in, and your hotel guests start asking if that portrait just blinked. (don't worry, no blinking portraits in the update!) 😱 However, that does mean we can finally reveal The…
WIRED AnninaWhat Steam runs, and with what. Straight from the app configuration.
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| Launch | HotelArchitect.exe | windows 64 |
The folders Steam Cloud syncs. The root is a token Steam uses for a location on your own machine, not a path this page can know.
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WinAppDataLocal | HotelArchitect/Saved/SaveGames | *.sav and below |
It runs on public data and somebody's spare time.
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