Rumors are heating up in the Sims Community, and this one actually makes sense: a Hotel-themed expansion pack might be coming to The Sims 4. And let’s be honest—it’s long overdue.

Sims YouTuber SatchOnSims just did a deep dive on why this pack is not only likely but almost inevitable, and what features we could (and should) expect if it drops.

So, let’s break it all down—from room assignments to cursed Sims AI, here’s what could be coming soon to your game.

EA’s Obsession with “Rooms” Might Finally Make Sense

Over the years, EA has quietly laid the groundwork for hotel mechanics:

  • For Rent introduced the ability to mark individual rooms as rental units.
  • Business & Hobbies brought room-based zoning like staff rooms and customer-only areas.
  • Even the base game got updated with a room highlight tool.

You can’t convince us this wasn’t setting up for something more. And what better fit for “room zoning” than hotels?

Imagine marking rooms as hotel suites, assigning cafeterias or entertainment spaces, and finally having a proper hotel system in The Sims 4.

Will We Finally Get a Proper Hotel System?

Hotels have existed in Sims 1, 2, and 3—yet Sims 4 still has nothing official.

Modders have stepped up though. The Sweet Life Hotel Mod by Lot 51 is a fan-favorite that lets you visit fully functional hotels. You can’t own them, but they’re customizable, immersive, and proof that EA could easily make this work if they wanted to.

If this upcoming hotel pack mirrors that—and lets us own and manage hotels like in The Sims 3: Island Paradise—we’re in for something big.

What We’d Love (and Not Love) to See

Satch breaks down a wishlist that’s realistic, not idealistic. Here’s what would make this pack shine:

✅ Must-Haves:

  • Ability to check-in to hotels as a guest
  • Option to own and manage hotels with customer ratings, amenities, and upgrades
  • Build mode tools for:
    • Luxury hotel lobbies
    • Motel-style grime and grunge
    • Campgrounds or glamping setups
    • Functional elevators (finally!)
    • Tents and teepees
  • New worlds or neighborhoods themed like different countries
  • Basic cafeteria system with customizable menus and food tiers
  • Photo album system and a much-needed camera overhaul

“The Sims 4 camera is horrendous,” Satch says, and we couldn’t agree more. If we’re going on vacation in-game, we should be able to take decent selfies.

❌ Please, No:

  • Room service. Let’s be real—Sims 4 AI can barely handle butlers and nannies. You know hotel staff would just end up doing sit-ups on your floor, cooking animal crackers, and never leaving your room.

What About the World?

Rather than just one location, the community has long been asking for more global variety. Satch’s idea?

“Make each of the three neighborhoods in the world feel like different countries—Africa, China, Dubai—each with their own hotel flavor.”

It’s an ambitious ask, but even three mini-worlds within one vacation pack would be an incredible compromise that doesn’t require Sims 3-level ambition.

What Could the Pack Actually Be Like?

Let’s not forget: EA is the master of recycling features and animations with a shiny new UI slapped on top.

This hotel pack might just be Businesses & Hobbies 2.0—with room zoning, cafeteria stands, and a new world slapped on top. And honestly? That could still be a win if it’s done right.

As for CAS?

Satch keeps it simple:

  • Hotel staff uniforms
  • A few luxury fashion options
  • Maybe some crusty motel vibes for realism

Let’s be honest—most of us just recycle the same base game jeans anyway.

TL;DR – Sims 4 Hotel Pack Wishlist

  • ✅ Room-based zoning for hotel features
  • ✅ Ability to stay at and own hotels
  • ✅ Full build mode support: lobbies, elevators, motels, tents
  • ✅ New world with global themes
  • ✅ Base game camera update + photo albums
  • ❌ No room service (we don’t trust the AI)
  • ❌ No overambition—we want quality over scope

When Could It Drop?

While nothing is officially confirmed, the rumors feel too specific to be fake, and the groundwork has already been laid. With For Rent and Business & Hobbies testing room systems, this pack feels like the next logical step.

Until then? If you can’t wait, grab the Sweet Life mod and build your dream hotel today.

Stay tuned to Sims4Life for updates, leaks, and breakdowns when (not if) EA finally announces the Sims 4 hotels pack.

Source: SatchOnSims

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a Sims 4 Hotels pack confirmed?

Not yet—but based on room tools added in recent expansions and reliable rumors, it seems extremely likely one is coming soon.

Can we already have hotels in Sims 4 with mods?

Yes! The Sweet Life mod by Lot 51 lets players check into fully functional hotels.

Will we be able to manage hotels like in Sims 3?

It’s unclear, but fans are hopeful. Island Paradise offered full hotel management features, and many players want that system revived.

What would a hotel pack world look like?

Some are hoping for a global-style world with each neighborhood themed after different countries or cultures.

Why don’t we want room service?

Sims 4 AI has a bad track record with service Sims. Room service would likely break or glitch out like butlers, ranch hands, and nannies already do.