Asia Pacific

Read the latest news and insights on hotel investments in the Asia-Pacific region through Hotel Investment Today's dedicated section. Our expert coverage includes mergers and acquisitions, development projects, executive moves, market trends, and more that shape hotel investments in this dynamic region.
Latest news: JRK buys in Puerto Rico; Banyan Tree rebrands; UK deals down
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Latest news: JRK buys in Puerto Rico; Banyan Tree rebrands; UK deals down
By Rob Schneider | January 10, 2024
Breaking news about M&A, development, data and more.... Read More
Invest in exceptional people for capex success
News / Contributed Perspectives
Invest in exceptional people for capex success
By Alan Benjamin | January 10, 2024
One of the best ways to control the controllables is to hire the best people to mitigate the downside risk throughout the process.  ... Read More
Choice calls Wyndham antitrust claims false, misleading
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Choice calls Wyndham antitrust claims false, misleading
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 10, 2024
Choice Hotels issues a statement suggesting Wyndham manipulated industry data to put more emphasis on antitrust issues surrounding potential deal.... Read More
Hilton finally names apartment-style extended-stay brand
News / Brands
Hilton finally names apartment-style extended-stay brand
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 9, 2024
LivSmart Studios by Hilton has 350 deals in various stages of negotiations with the first property under construction in Kokomo, Indiana.... Read More
More details on luxe eco-brand expansion from ENVI Lodges
News / Brands
More details on luxe eco-brand expansion from ENVI Lodges
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 9, 2024
Management company enters into a strategic partnership with Paris-based developer, Blue Ocean Capital France, to build four high-end sustainable and experiential lodges in France.  ... Read More
More leaders join ALIS DESIGN+ agenda
News / Owners
More leaders join ALIS DESIGN+ agenda
January 8, 2024
 Just two weeks away, The BHN Group’s new event will connect investors and the design community adds the likes of Hilton’s global head of architecture and design, Larry Traxler.  ... Read More
Latest news: Investment in Concord; public hotels report card; Four Seasons to Africa
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Latest news: Investment in Concord; public hotels report card; Four Seasons to Africa
By Rob Schneider | January 8, 2024
Breaking news about M&A, development, data and more.... Read More
Latest news: Four Seasons residence in Bahamas; Travelodge buys 66 hotels; Highgate defaults in SF
News / Brands
Latest news: Four Seasons residence in Bahamas; Travelodge buys 66 hotels; Highgate defaults in SF
By Rob Schneider | January 5, 2024
Breaking news about M&A, development, data and more.... Read More
Standard International gives itself a 25th birthday present
News / Brands
Standard International gives itself a 25th birthday present
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 5, 2024
CEO Amber Asher explains the X-Factor behind StandardX, which will have a few less frills and a lower price point in not quite CBD locations.... Read More
Why US starts are stalled, renovations/conversions riding high
News
Why US starts are stalled, renovations/conversions riding high
By Rob Schneider | January 5, 2024
Lodging Econometrics offers a deeper dive into construction data through Q3 and what it means for 2024.... Read More
Regal Hotels, Saudi investors announce JV for 100 hotels
News / Owners
Regal Hotels, Saudi investors announce JV for 100 hotels
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 4, 2024
Hong Kong-based hotelier and Saudi investment arm see mutual opportunities to expand outside their borders, diversify holdings.  ... Read More
Latest news: Four Seasons for Telluride; Marriott adds 2 in China; big boost for Thailand
News / Brands
Latest news: Four Seasons for Telluride; Marriott adds 2 in China; big boost for Thailand
By Rob Schneider | January 3, 2024
Breaking news about M&A, development, data and more.... Read More
Deal activity: December 19, 2023-January 2, 2024
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: December 19, 2023-January 2, 2024
By Shawn Turner | January 3, 2024
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week is Dalian Wanda Group’s sale of the Wanda Reign on the Bund in Shanghai to Singapore’s Pacific Eagle Real Estate, controlled by Indonesian billionaire Sukanto Tanoto.... Read More
Phocuswright analysts share 2024 travel industry predictions
News / Insights
Phocuswright analysts share 2024 travel industry predictions
By Morgan Hines | January 3, 2024
From digital streamlining and funding to destination recovery and pricing expectations, Phocuswright analysts look ahead to plenty of advancements and changes.  ... Read More
ALIS DESIGN+ prepares to launch adjacent to ALIS
News / Owners
ALIS DESIGN+ prepares to launch adjacent to ALIS
January 2, 2024
The new event will emphasize connecting investors and the design community to drive innovation and profitability.... Read More