Interswitch Pioneers Hospitality Payment Tech at Hotel Managers Conference

In a bid to redefine the future of hospitality payments in Africa, Interswitch made a bold statement at the 2025 Hotel Managers Conference Africa held at the Lagos Continental Hotel on June 28 and 29. With over two decades of trailblazing impact in Africa’s digital ecosystem, the company took center stage as an exhibitor, not just to display its technology but to signal a deeper intent reimagining how hotels operate and guests experience payment.

Across two immersive days, hotel owners, operators, and service providers explored the theme of sustainable growth through tech-driven solutions. Interswitch, already a trusted ally for businesses in banking, healthcare, energy, and retail, brought something new to the table: a hospitality suite of smart, seamless, and scalable payment tools designed for African realities with global standards.

At the heart of its showcase was the Interswitch Smart POS, a high-speed multifunctional terminal that ticks every box for modern hospitality operations. Think of it as the digital concierge for any front desk. Beyond just accepting Verve Cards, the Smart POS handles international card schemes like Visa, Mastercard, American Express, China UnionPay, Discover, Diners Club, and the Japan Credit Bureau. What’s more, it enables USD settlement for foreign transactions, offering a smooth check-in for international guests and a seamless checkout for hotels.

But Interswitch’s innovation did not stop there.

Also unveiled was the Interswitch Payment Gateway, which empowers hotels to securely accept online bookings and process payments from global customers with ease. Its integration is frictionless, and with USD settlement options, hotels can serve international guests without a tech headache.

Then came a solution that many hospitality leaders at the event described as “long overdue” Interswitch’s bulk disbursement platform. Designed to take the manual stress out of managing vendor, staff, and service provider payments, the tool automates disbursements with speed and reliability.

The response at the Interswitch booth was nothing short of electric. Hospitality executives from major chains and boutique establishments alike engaged with the team, many expressing intent to integrate these solutions into their own operations. The consistent theme? A desire to future-proof their systems and enhance guest experiences.

Speaking on the experience, Osasere Atohengbe, Vice President of Sales and Account Management at Interswitch, shared:

“Our participation at HMC 2025 reinforces our mission to be a technology partner for hospitality businesses. We’re not just providing tools, we’re enabling transformation, and it was rewarding to connect directly with operators who are ready to take the next leap.”

Interswitch’s footprint in the hospitality sector is already impressive, with industry leaders like Eko Hotels, Marriott, and The George Hotel leveraging its digital infrastructure. The company’s involvement in HMC 2025 is another step in deepening ties with hospitality innovators and doubling down on its vision of inclusive growth powered by technology.

By focusing on tailored solutions, currency flexibility, and intuitive user experience, Interswitch is doing more than supplying digital tools, it is shaping what the future of African hospitality can look like.

And in a space where guest experience is everything, that future begins with frictionless payment.