EMEA

Stay updated with the latest news and insights on hotel investments in the EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) region through Hotel Investment Today's EMEA section. Our expert coverage includes executive moves, development projects, mergers and acquisitions, and market trends that shape the hospitality industry in this diverse region.

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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

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

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

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

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

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

News / Brands

Latest news: Kempinski doubles in Dubai; Louis Vuitton brand emerging; Oetker to US

By Rob Schneider | January 2, 2024

Breaking news about M&A, development, data and more.... Read More

Opinion / Contributed Perspectives

Challenges, benefits of phased renovations

By Jill Cole | January 2, 2024

Successful interior designs completed in operating hotels or resorts must be strategically planned to the tiniest detail... Read More

News / Contributed Perspectives

Transitioning your hotel’s dining room

By Mark Bithrey | January 2, 2024

Walking honestly in your customers’ shoes, aligning your brand strategy to surpass their expectations, and having the right design aesthetics are the keys to F&B success.... Read More

News / Owners

No quit in Sir Rocco Forte

By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 2, 2024

With fresh capital from KSA investment fund, the luxury hotelier expects to double in size and make a first foray into the U.S.... Read More

News / Insights

Quotes of the week: CBRE, NewcrestImage, Choice, Wyndham

By Rob Schneider & Jeffrey Weinstein | December 21, 2023

Among the more noteworthy quotes from this week was Rachael Rothman, head of hotels research for CBRE, on what recent hotel performance data shows about the state of the market.... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: IHG debuts Garner; Mandarin Oriental to Budapest; Playa closes sale

By Rob Schneider | December 20, 2023

Breaking news about M&A, development, data and more.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquistions

New counterpunch by Choice in Wyndham takeover battle

By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 20, 2023

Choice takes two more shots at Wyndham and urges shareholders to tender their shares to ‘send clear message.’... Read More

News / Transactions Lists

Deal activity: December 12-18, 2023

By Shawn Turner | December 20, 2023

Among the noteworthy deals of the past week is Haymarket House in London, which was sold to Criterion Capital by JV partners CPPIB and Hermes Real Estate Investment Management Limited for around £135 million.... Read More

News / Insights

23 more must-read features for 2023

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | December 19, 2023

Starting with a video interview with Marriott’s CEO during HIT’s launch and through a year filled with strategic thinkers and opportunistic dealmakers, here are links to features that turned heads in 2023. ... Read More

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