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Why Instagram just became hospitality’s secret SEO weapon

Sunset Hospitality Group's Stosic on how hospitality brands can transform Instagram posts into authentic, SEO-driven, discoverable assets.

Sunset Hospitality Group's Stosic on how hospitality brands can transform Instagram posts into authentic, SEO-driven, discoverable assets.

On July 10th, 2025, Instagram officially became indexable by Google – Instagram content is now discoverable outside of the Instagram app. For years, social content was a closed loop which for us was great for brand building and engagement but somehow disconnected from traditional digital acquisition.

Why is this a big deal?

Instagram posts from public accounts are now showing up in Google search results. And that’s huge, not just for marketers, but for brands in hospitality and lifestyle, who rely on visual storytelling to drive brand love and bookings.

This shift is putting the power of discovery into the hands of the public – influencers and everyday guests. It marks a major tu


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the authorHiba Faisal
Hiba Faisal is a Junior Reporter at Campaign Middle East, part of Motivate Media Group. She handles coverage on influencer marketing and the luxury industry, and is also tasked with the brand’s social media presence. Alongside her daily reportage, she produces and edits video content for Campaign’s digital platforms — including Reels, interviews, and behind-the-scenes features. She specialises in capturing how brands build emotional connections with their audiences by prioritising relevance and authenticity through co-creation and storytelling.