International Journal of Hospitality Management
The International Journal of Hospitality Management is a leading peer-reviewed academic journal published by Elsevier that focuses on major trends, developments, and operational strategies within the hospitality industry. It holds a prestigious Q1 ranking in the Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism category with a 2026 Impact Factor of 8.3.
Core Information & Logistics
Key Academic Research Scope
The journal accepts original research, state-of-the-art reviews, and practical industry analyses across several core areas: [1, 2]
- Human Resources: Focuses on training, development, and personnel management.
- Consumer Behavior: Highlights marketing strategies, customer satisfaction, and reviews.
- Technology Implementation: Details trends like contactless services, e-commerce, and mobile ordering.
- Business Dynamics: Covers financial management, applied economics, and strategic planning.
- Industry Regulations: Reviews national and international hospitality legislation. [1, 2, 3, 4]
Highly Cited Research Topics
According to historic citation data on Research.com, the journal's most influential papers center around:
- Service value and its holistic impact on customer satisfaction.
- Online reviews and how user feedback drives hotel room sales.
- Green consumerism and predicting intentions to visit eco-friendly hotels. [1]