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Introducing Hotel Architect Location No. 3: Paris!

After the sun-drenched cliffs of Santorini and the coastal charm of Gothenburg, it’s time to step into the elegance and grandeur of the City of Light - Paris! Revealed as the third playable location, this iconic European capital brings a twist to the gameplay: this time, you're starting with a hotel but it's in desperate need of some serious love and care. You may have already tried this map out in the playtest but for those you missed it, this is the blog to get the lowdown on it!

Paris introduces new zones, the spa and conference room, polished mechanics, and five fully buildable floors of Parisian hospitality.
Unlike the serene sprawling map in Santorini or the structured city plot in Gothenburg, Paris starts with you into the middle of a pre-existing hotel that’s seen better days. Think peeling wallpaper, dirty floors and outdated décor. Your mission? Turn this tired old landmark into a luxurious destination worthy of five stars and glowing reviews.

But that’s easier said than done. You'll need to renovate, reorganize, and possibly rethink everything. from the lobby to the penthouse suite of an upper crust guest's dreams... and all while keeping the business afloat and managing demanding guests!

Paris features:
[h2]5 Floors[/h2]
Paris brings a whole new dimension, literally. This is the first location in Hotel Architect to span five floors, however you have less space per floor than Santorini so you'll need to get inventive with layouts.



[h2]New Zones[/h2]
The new zones in the Paris scenario are the conference room and the spa. Once you've completed the scenario in Paris, you can then take both zones back to the previous two locations.
In order to achieve that all important 5 star rating, you must have a Spa in your hotel, so those 5 star rewards are now within reach!



[h2]New Guest types[/h2]
The Upper Crust and Business People are fond of Paris and while they booked your hotel as their place to stay, they aren't going to let you slack on any of their demands.

Upper Crust rooms in particular, have to be quite large, so fitting them into the floor plan of Paris efficiently can be quite tricky. You'll need to be inventive while making sure that you have everything to maintain that 5 star rating once you've achieved it.

The business people while they don't require 5 star luxury, they still have their own requirements including the conference room so they can work while they stay!



Renovation won’t be easy, and each upgrade affects your hotel’s operational flow, guest satisfaction, and your ability to earn five-star reviews. But the reward? Seeing a forgotten Parisian hotel come back to life under your vision.

The Month of Wired 17th Birthday Celebration!

We’re days away from the doors of Hotel Architect opening and we’re super excited to be a part of our publisher’s Wired Productions #MonthOfWired 17th birthday celebration! The Month of Wired promises epic deals, surprise announcements and of course a certain launch of a certain game that you’re reading about right now!

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[h2]Daily Deals[/h2]

May 2nd – 9th May: Reach for 85% off!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/428660/Deliver_Us_The_Moon/

May 8th - 15th May: Get your claws on 50% savings!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1299690/Gori_Cuddly_Carnage/

May 12th - May 19th: Sneak 20% off before Mother finds out
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1376200/KARMA_The_Dark_World/

May 19th – 26th: Find 70% off, deep in the lake!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/515960/Martha_Is_Dead/

[h2]Game Launches[/h2]

May 20th 😉
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1602000/Hotel_Architect/

[h2]Main Sale "Up to 85% off" May 2nd to 9th[/h2]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1388870/Arcade_Paradise/

https://store.steampowered.com/app/290100/Bulwark_Evolution_Falconeer_Chronicles/

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2891460/DIG_VR/

https://store.steampowered.com/app/331980/Last_Inua/

https://store.steampowered.com/app/306000/Super_Dungeon_Bros/

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1135260/The_Falconeer/

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1374350/Tiny_Troopers_Global_Ops/

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2225750/Tiny_Troopers_Joint_Ops_XL/

https://store.steampowered.com/app/656460/Vostok_Inc/

[h2]Playtests![/h2]

May 15th: Beneath Playtest
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1593230/Beneath/

[h2]New Game Launches![/h2]

May 20th: Hotel Architect

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1602000/Hotel_Architect/

[h2]Competitions[/h2]

Think you’ve got what it takes? Prove it! Our competitions this May aren’t just about gaming skills – they’re about taking home some seriously awesome prizes. Whether you’re battling it out for bragging rights or aiming for that top spot, get ready to show us what you’re made of.

Find out more via our Promo Page!

New Feature: Character Creator

Hey Hoteliers!
We’ve got something a bit different for you today, the newest Hotel Architect feature: the Character Creator!
We've rolled it out so you can try it in the final playtest and it gives you the chance to customize your game, or your friends just a little bit more!

[h2]Create Your Own Characters[/h2]
With the new Character Creator, you can now design and add your very own:
  • Guests
  • Staff Members
  • Service Workers


Whether you’re dreaming up a laid-back beachgoer, an overly intense front desk manager, or a chef who may by slightly too flaboyant, it’s all possible!

You’ll be able to customize:
  • Appearance (from stylish to straight-up chaotic)
  • Outfits and accessories
  • Names, voice and even a few behavioral quirks


Want to immortalize your best friend as the perfectionist waiter? Go ahead. Give your favourite celebrity a job at Reception? They're hired! This is your hotel, after all.

[h2]Share & Import Characters With Friends[/h2]
Here’s where it gets really fun: every character you create comes with a shareable code. That means you can send your most iconic creations to friends, and they can import them right into their own hotels.

Imagine a whole group of players all being bugged by the same Upper Crust guest named “Sharon” who just won’t stop complaining about her room temperature.
Or maybe you and your friends each create a staff member and build a shared dream team across multiple hotels. The possibilities are endless, and kind of hilarious!

[h2]Need some inspiration?[/h2]
Here are our favourite characters we're created so far and the codes so you can add them to your own game:










The codes for these celebrities are available on the Wired Twitter page here:
https://x.com/WiredP/status/1915345039229686160

We can’t wait to see what (and who) you come up with. And yes, we’ll definitely be sharing some of your creations too. 👀

Stay tuned, and we’ll see you (and your custom cast of characters) in the final playtest over the weekend!

— The Hotel Architect Team

Release Date Announced & The Final Playtest Begins!

The wait is nearly over! After lots of trying to hold the secret in, we can't anymore!

We’re thrilled to announce that Hotel Architect will officially open it's doors to early access on May 20th!

This marks a huge milestone for our team and our community, and we couldn’t have done it without your continued support, feedback, and passion for building the hotels of your dreams!

Check out our release date trailer here:
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But before we roll out the red carpet, we have one final event...

[h2]The Final Is Playtest Now Live![/h2]



Starting today, our final community playtest is underway - This is your last chance to get a sneak peek at Hotel Architect before early access launch!

If you’ve signed up for the playtest, check your inbox for access instructions. If not, there’s still time to join! Head over to our steam page and request access now.

We’ll be gathering feedback, monitoring performance, and making final adjustments over the next few days so don’t be shy about sharing your thoughts with us in Discord, Steam forums or on social media!

[h2]What’s New in the Final Playtest?[/h2]
The playtest includes:
  • Gothenburg and Paris (no Santorini this time!)
  • Two New Guest types - Upper Crust and Business People
  • Two New Zones - Spa and Conference Room
  • Character Creator
  • Photo Mode
  • Balance tweaks and performance improvements
  • A new critic review screen with more details
  • Assignable task types for staff


Whether you’re returning for another stay or checking in for the first time, this is Hotel Architect at its biggest and best yet and we can't wait for you to try out early access!



[h2]Save the Date![/h2]

Mark your calendars for May 20th!

We’ll be celebrating launch day with streams, giveaways, and some surprise announcements. Make sure you’re following us on social media and join the Discord so you don’t miss a thing.

Thank you for being part of this journey. We can’t wait to see the incredible hotels you’ll create.

— The Hotel Architect Team

Zone Focus: Spa & Conference Room

Hey Hoteliers!

This week we’re giving you a sneak peek at not one, but TWO brand-new zones coming to the final playtest, which is less than 7 days away!

Say hello to the Conference Room and the Spa Zones. These additions are designed to appeal to two very distinct (and higher-paying) guest types: Business People and The Upper Crust. Although, honestly, every guest could use a little productivity or pampering from time to time.

Let’s take a closer look at how these zones work, what they unlock, and why they’ll be game-changers for your hotel designs!

[h2]The Conference Room [/h2]
Looking to impress the suit-and-tie crowd? The Conference Room is your go-to space for attracting Business People, the guests who are all about productivity, efficiency, and polished professionalism.

While the Conference Room won’t push your critic score past 3 stars, it plays a vital role in drawing Business People to your hotel. These guests aren’t just looking for a place to sleep. they want a place to work. Expect to see them taking conference calls on their laptops, gesturing passionately at whiteboards, and generally doing all sorts of “important business-y things.”

Cool tip: Business People pay more per night than your average Backpacker or Sporty guest. They’re a great step up in terms of revenue so alongside sunbathers, you’ll want to bring them to your hotel!



[h2]The Spa [/h2]
If you’re aiming for a more luxurious, high-end hotel experience, the Spa is an absolute must. This is where your hotel goes from just simply nice to five-star fabulous. And here’s the kicker: if you want to attract Upper Crust guests, a Spa isn’t optional, it’s essential!



The Upper Crust are the most elite (and picky) guest type in Hotel Architect. They’ll only stay at hotels rated 5 stars by critics, and one of the key requirements to hit that top rating is, you guessed it, a Spa.

The Spa offers guests a full suite of relaxation options, including:
  • Hot tubs
  • Mud baths
  • Massage chairs
  • And more!


The It’s not just the Upper Crust that will use the Spa though, it is for all your guests to enjoy and it proves to be quite a popular attraction, particularly if you add a tanning bed for those Sunbathers so they don’t require the sunny weather to worship those rays!



We hope you're all ready for the last playtest - it's going to be a blast seeing you build in Paris!

If you haven't signed up yet, you have until April 23rd to do so and we'll send your codes to you via email, if not you'll have to head to our steam page on the 24th to request access.

Sign up here: https://Wired.gg/HAplaytest