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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to interview Mr. Jingbang Zhang, EVP of Yagao Meihua Hotel Management Co., Ltd & CEO of Madison Brand based in Shanghai, China, regarding the impact of COVID-19 on China’s hotel industry and potential post-COVID-19 trends. Design/methodology/approach Interview with hotel group CEO and industry leader in China. Findings Several effects of COVID-19 and potential trends are discussed from a hotel CEO’s perspective. Originality/value Tourism and hospitality stakeholders will acquire a better understanding of the impacts of COVID-19 on China’s hotel industry and possible post-COVID-19 adjustments