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.
Deal activity: November 22-27, 2023
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: November 22-27, 2023
By Shawn Turner | November 29, 2023
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week is Harrison Jacksonville’s $36.8 million acquisition of the Four Points by Sheraton Jacksonville Beachfront.... Read More
Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels sticks to asset value focus
News / Owners
Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels sticks to asset value focus
By Raini Hamdi | November 29, 2023
Its major revenue source, Hong Kong, hasn't fully recovered but that hasn’t stopped the holding company of Peninsula Hotels from keeping its assets as shiny as its Rolls-Royce fleet. ... Read More
How the ‘Big Mac’ of hotels plans to disrupt the industry
News / Owners
How the ‘Big Mac’ of hotels plans to disrupt the industry
By Rob Schneider | November 29, 2023
Hotel101, a subsidiary of Manila-based DoubleDragon, has micro-owners, one type of room and massive plans to be in 25 countries in the next three years.  ... Read More
Noble’s Shah offers insights on Aimbridge, third-party challenges
News / Management
Noble’s Shah offers insights on Aimbridge, third-party challenges
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 28, 2023
As third-party managers jockey for positioning, what are the opportunities and potential pitfalls? Noble Investment’s Mit Shah offers an insider’s perspective.... Read More
Choice prepares to buy Wyndham stock, take board seats: Reuters
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Choice prepares to buy Wyndham stock, take board seats: Reuters
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 27, 2023
Choice Hotels hostile takeover attempt could become more intense if Wyndham does not return to the bargaining table, according to sources.... Read More
Latest news: Accor's Tribe to China; PPHE deal in London; Hilton grows India team
News / Brands
Latest news: Accor's Tribe to China; PPHE deal in London; Hilton grows India team
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 27, 2023
Breaking news about development, M&A, data, execs and more.... Read More
Latest news: Four Seasons grows in Istanbul; Canada performance; Accor adds in Romania
News / Brands
Latest news: Four Seasons grows in Istanbul; Canada performance; Accor adds in Romania
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 22, 2023
Breaking news about M&A, development, data and more.... Read More
Why Paris deal is key to expansion for Minor Hotels
News / Owners
Why Paris deal is key to expansion for Minor Hotels
By Rob Schneider | November 22, 2023
CEO Dillip Rajakarier said the deal is a “strong statement” for the Bangkok hotelier and will signal more expansion worldwide, including the U.S.... Read More
Deal activity: November 15-21, 2023
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: November 15-21, 2023
By Shawn Turner | November 21, 2023
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week is KWC Management’s acquisition of the Montage Kapalua Bay. ... Read More
Latest news: Standard's new brand; IHG adds in Malaysia; EMEA pipelines
News / Owners
Latest news: Standard's new brand; IHG adds in Malaysia; EMEA pipelines
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | November 21, 2023
Breaking news about development, M&A, data and more.... Read More
Choice's bounty not big enough for Wyndham's appetite
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Choice's bounty not big enough for Wyndham's appetite
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 21, 2023
New terms fall short on share offer price and termination fees, according to Wyndham, who also claims dirty pool by Choice in ongoing franchise development competition.... Read More
5 key takeaways from the Phocuswright conference
News
5 key takeaways from the Phocuswright conference
By Phocuswire | November 20, 2023
Get caught up on the discussions that ranged from AI to better engaging with Gen Z at the recently completed event in Florida. ... Read More
Latest news: KWC buys Montage Kapalua; big Wow in UAE; Thompson to Spain
News / Brands
Latest news: KWC buys Montage Kapalua; big Wow in UAE; Thompson to Spain
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 17, 2023
Breaking news about M&A, development, data and more.... Read More
In LA, a ‘crazy’ F&B concept designed for locals
News / Owners
In LA, a ‘crazy’ F&B concept designed for locals
By Rob Schneider | November 16, 2023
Level 8 takes up an entire floor of a dual-branded Moxy/AC hotel. We look at how the deal came together and what can make it pencil profitable.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Gaw Capital, Aimbridge Hospitality, TMGOC Ventures
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Gaw Capital, Aimbridge Hospitality, TMGOC Ventures
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | November 16, 2023
Some noteworthy quotes from the past week, including Gaw Capital Partners' Goodwin Gaw urging IHG to take its Regent luxury brand to new heights following the grand reopening of The Regent Hong Kong.... Read More