Art trends in hospitality are evolving.

In 2025/2026, art isn’t just décor—it’s an experience. Hotels, resorts, and restaurants are embracing art that tells a story, sets the mood, and aligns with shifting guest expectations. No longer an afterthought, art is becoming a curated, intentional part of the guest journey, from the first impression in a hotel lobby to the in-room experience that guests wake up to. That’s why we track and report on art trends in hospitality so you can always be in the know. 

At Wild Apple, we track art trends in hospitality, what’s shaping hospitality design and how art is being integrated into spaces in new and exciting ways.

For the year ahead, it’s all about large-scale statement pieces, nature-driven aesthetics, regional storytelling, and in-room artwork that enhances the guest experience.

In-Room Art: A New Focus on Guest-Centric Design

For years, in-room hotel art was an afterthought—neutral, forgettable, and designed to simply “fill the space.” In 2025, that’s changing. With hotels shifting toward personalized guest experiences, in-room art is now part of the overall design strategy, reinforcing the hotel’s identity and enhancing the guest stay.

What’s trending in in-room art?

  • Mood-Enhancing Artwork – Art is being chosen for its ability to create a calming, restful environment. Hotels are moving toward soft, organic forms, earthy palettes, and abstract interpretations of landscapes to bring a sense of serenity into guest rooms.
  • Bespoke & Localized Art – Instead of generic prints, hotels are incorporating regionally inspired artwork that reflects the surrounding landscape or culture. From stylized architectural drawings of city landmarks to modernized botanical prints that highlight the region’s flora, guests are connecting with a sense of place through in-room art.
  • Textural & Layered Pieces – Flat, mass-produced prints are out. In 2025, in-room art is more textural and dynamic, featuring layered compositions, painterly brushstrokes, and mixed-media influences that feel more bespoke and sophisticated.
  • Subtle Luxury in Minimalist Hotels – With the rise of “quiet luxury” in hospitality, minimalist hotels are embracing tone-on-tone compositions and soft neutrals that create a high-end feel without overwhelming the space.

This shift in in-room art is part of a larger movement toward experience-driven design—hotels want guests to feel transported, relaxed, and inspired, and art plays a key role in achieving that.

Large-Scale Statement Art: The Heart of Hotel & Restaurant Spaces

Art is no longer a finishing touch—it’s the foundation of hospitality design. Instead of scattering small framed pieces throughout a space, hotels and restaurants are embracing large-scale, statement artwork that anchors lobbies, dining areas, and high-traffic zones.

What’s driving this trend?

  • Oversized prints & murals – Hotels and resorts are incorporating full-wall art installations that create immersive environments. Abstract landscapes, fluid organic shapes, and high-impact botanical prints are leading the way.
  • Diptych & triptych formats – Instead of one oversized piece, hotels are using multi-panel artwork to create flow and balance in large spaces.
  • Multi-use lobby art – With lobbies now serving as workspaces, social hubs, and dining areas, art is being used to define different zones and transition the mood from day to night.

This trend speaks to the growing demand for art that makes a bold statement, setting the tone for a guest’s experience from the moment they arrive.

Biophilic Art: Bringing the Outdoors In

The biophilic design movement isn’t slowing down—it’s evolving. In 2025, hotels and restaurants are incorporating more nuanced, artistic interpretations of nature rather than literal landscape photography.

  • Abstracted nature – Think soft washes of color, organic shapes, and textured botanical-inspired compositions that create a sense of calm without feeling overly themed.
  • Earth-tone palettes – Art featuring rich browns, muted greens, and natural mineral-inspired hues is replacing high-contrast floral and foliage prints.
  • Subtle movement & fluidity – Watercolor washes, layered textures, and painterly effects create a feeling of depth and warmth, making spaces feel more welcoming.

This trend aligns with the growing focus on wellness-centered hospitality design, especially in spas, boutique hotels, and nature-inspired resorts.

Regional & Story-Driven Art: A Sense of Place

As hotels and restaurants move away from generic design, art is becoming more personal and locally inspired. Instead of mass-produced imagery, hospitality brands are looking for artwork that connects to their location, history, and culture.

  • Architectural sketches & vintage maps reinterpreted with a modern color palette
  • Nature prints featuring local flora & landscapes
  • Hand-drawn patterns & cultural motifs updated for contemporary spaces

Guests want an experience that feels authentic and curated, and the right artwork can be a powerful way to achieve that.

Textural & Layered Artwork: Depth & Dimension

Flat, glossy prints are being replaced with art that has visual depth—pieces that feel more organic, more handmade, and more textural, even in print form. This trend includes:

  • Collage-inspired art with layered elements and rich tonal depth
  • Painterly brushstroke effects that mimic hand-painted originals
  • Minimalist line art with depth—simple, but with an editorial feel

Hotels and restaurants are investing in art that feels intentional and high-end, with subtle textures that add to the luxury experience.

Timeless Elegance: Classic Art with a Modern Edge

Some aesthetics never go out of style—but they do get refreshed. In 2025, traditional art is being modernized, blending old-world influences with contemporary compositions.

  • Minimalist sketch-style line drawings that feel high-design and editorial
  • Vintage botanicals and European-inspired prints, reworked with bold scale or unexpected color pairings
  • Heritage patterns and motifs updated for a modern audience

This is especially popular in high-end resorts and boutique hotels that want to create a refined, sophisticated atmosphere without feeling outdated.

How Wild Apple Supports Art Trends in Hospitality Design

For hotels, restaurants, and resorts looking for curated, high-quality art, Wild Apple makes it easy to find and license the perfect pieces.

  • Tens of thousands of images designed for high-end hospitality spaces
  • Large-scale, high-resolution digital files for murals, framed prints, and statement wall art
  • Trend-forward collections updated weekly to match evolving hospitality aesthetics
  • Print-on-demand flexibility, ensuring the perfect fit for any space or design concept

 

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