WHAT IS THE HOTEL SPEECH?
From Throne Speech to Hotelrede. The Hotelrede is an annual feature where a prominent Dutchman shares an outsider's view of the hotel industry, holding up a mirror, stimulating and inspiring people.
The Hotelrede 2026 - Jochen Otten
Hotel Leaders Network 2026 concluded with The Hotel Speech by Jochen Otten, who reflected on behaviour in the industry with humour and sharp observations.
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The Hotel speech 2025 - Dolf Jansen
Hotel Leaders Network 2025 concluded with a humorous and sharp Hotel Speech by Dolf Jansen.
In his Hotel speech, Dolf Jansen brings a mix of humour, personal stories and relevant themes. Jansen's speech is not only informative, but also captivates through his humour and personal style. His message revolves around improvement, innovation and commitment in the hotel industry.
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The Hotel Speech 2024 - Peter Heerschop
In 2024, The Hotel speech was recited by the one and only Peter Heerschop.
Peter treated us to an unforgettable Hotel speech infused with humour and keen insight.
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The Hotel Speech 2023 - Micha Wertheim
On 17 February 2023, The Hotelrede was recited by comedian Micha Wertheim.
Micha managed to share his experiences and frustrations about the hotel industry with the audience in a calm but very humorous way: “Who needs 16 pillows and or a bed runner and how on earth do you turn off those lights!”
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The Hotelrede 2022 - Martijn Koning
During the 2022 edition of Hotel Leaders Network, The Hotel Speech was recited by none other than Martijn Koning.
Martijn Koning prefers to thunder on, through current affairs and everyday life. To shake it off, and mock it. Where is the Hotelrede in better hands than with someone who doesn't know either, but makes you laugh rock hard....?
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The 2019 Hotel Address - Jan Jaap van der Wal
The Hotelrede 2019 was delivered on 22 November by comedian and presenter Jan Jaap van der Wal. In this second edition of the Hotelrede, he humorously shared his vision and experiences in the hotel industry.
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The Hotel Speech 2018 - Jort Kelder
The very first Hotelrede was delivered by none other than Jort Kelder, well known as television presenter of programmes such as How does it really work? and is a frequent guest on talk shows. He was also editor-in-chief of Quote.
Curious about Jort Kelder's full Hotel speech? You can read back the Hotelrede 2018 on the page below.