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.
Rebounding gateways will lead transaction charge: JLL
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Rebounding gateways will lead transaction charge: JLL
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 6, 2024
RevPAR recovery for the top 10 most liquid hotel markets outperformed the global average in the first half of 2024. What are the deal implications? ... Read More
Deal activity: August 24, September 3, 2024
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: August 24, September 3, 2024
By Shawn Turner | September 5, 2024
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Chartres Lodging Group’s acquisition of the Lüm Hotel from Shomof Group for $57 million.... Read More
Is Sri Lanka poised for a dream come true moment?
News / Asia Pacific
Is Sri Lanka poised for a dream come true moment?
By Raini H.R. | September 5, 2024
A bailed-out Sri Lanka is seeing arrivals rebound and there are other good reasons for investors to be more curious about hotel development there. ... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Rocco Forte Hotels, Hilton, Collective Hospitality
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Rocco Forte Hotels, Hilton, Collective Hospitality
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | September 5, 2024
Noteworthy quotes from the week's past stories, including JLL talking about anticipated CMBS issuance.... Read More
Latest news: Palm Springs redux; $527M Florida construction loan; great July for extended-stay
News / Owners
Latest news: Palm Springs redux; $527M Florida construction loan; great July for extended-stay
By Rob Schneider | September 5, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Accor names presidents for premium, midscale/economy brands
News / Brands
Accor names presidents for premium, midscale/economy brands
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 5, 2024
New leaders will lead and help further develop more than 20 brands and over 5,000 hotels across 100-plus countries.... Read More
For global CEOs, a choice between ‘asset light’ and ‘asset right’
News / Asia Pacific
For global CEOs, a choice between ‘asset light’ and ‘asset right’
By Rob Schneider | September 4, 2024
A panel of hospitality executives at HICAP ANZ in Sydney discussed investments vs. development in the current environment and the power of international brands for consumers.... Read More
Asia Pac hoteliers divided on 2024/25 outlook
News / Asia Pacific
Asia Pac hoteliers divided on 2024/25 outlook
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 4, 2024
New JLL research suggests China’s economy is still dragging on hotel performance, while the boom in India could offset some of the near-term shortfalls.... Read More
Forte dynasty takes next steps
News / Brands
Forte dynasty takes next steps
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 4, 2024
Charles Forte talks about investment from Saudi fund, pipeline and maintaining Rocco Forte Hotels’ classic luxury position.... Read More
Latest news: Chartres buys in LA; MG Developer adds in Miami; Pandox buys again in UK
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Chartres buys in LA; MG Developer adds in Miami; Pandox buys again in UK
By Rob Schneider | September 4, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Latest news: Manhattan refi; REIT sells 5; New Jersey development
News / Financing
Latest news: Manhattan refi; REIT sells 5; New Jersey development
September 3, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Six-month turnaround plan for Selina
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Six-month turnaround plan for Selina
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 3, 2024
New owner Collective Hospitality plans to cut corporate costs, pay off some partnership debt and focus on driving occupancy with much more exhaustive distribution approach.... Read More
How generational changes are affecting hotels
News / Brands
How generational changes are affecting hotels
By Rob Schneider | September 3, 2024
BWH Hotels executive Ron Pohl spoke at HICAP ANZ in Sydney about the growth of WorldHotels, AI and working with owners.... Read More
Hotel executive moves: Aspen Hospitality, Four Seasons, MGM, Twenty Four Seven
News / Owners
Hotel executive moves: Aspen Hospitality, Four Seasons, MGM, Twenty Four Seven
By Rob Schneider | August 30, 2024
Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
Latest news: European deals at 5-year high; Hilton’s 8,000th; Grand Canyon hotels closed
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: European deals at 5-year high; Hilton’s 8,000th; Grand Canyon hotels closed
By Rob Schneider | August 30, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More