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.
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
Gaw urges IHG to take Regent forward
News / Owners
Gaw urges IHG to take Regent forward
By Raini Hamdi | November 16, 2023
Regent is back in Hong Kong after “lots of sweat and tears,” not to mention a $1.2 billion price tag for Gaw Capital. At the grand opening, the owner urged IHG to expand its horizons with the luxury brand.... Read More
Latest news: Big refi in NYC; IHG adds Army hotel; Pebblebrook closes in SF
News / Brands
Latest news: Big refi in NYC; IHG adds Army hotel; Pebblebrook closes in SF
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 15, 2023
Breaking news on development, M&A, data and more.... Read More
Capture Gen Z travelers’ interest on social media
News / Insights
Capture Gen Z travelers’ interest on social media
By Morgan Hines | November 15, 2023
A discussion about what role “community” plays in social usage and travel, and what hospitality companies can do to insert themselves into the conversation.... Read More
Deal activity: November 6-14, 2023
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: November 6-14, 2023
By Shawn Turner | November 15, 2023
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week is General de Galerías’ acquisition of the 163-room Hotel NH Marbella, Spain, for a reported €20 million. ... Read More
Why branded residential is growing (with or without a hotel)
News / Brands
Why branded residential is growing (with or without a hotel)
By Rob Schneider | November 14, 2023
Branded residential is rapidly expanding with standalone properties, expansion into brands below luxury and even through third parties. What used to be a North American story is now global.  ... Read More
What next for Aimbridge as it makes big c-suite changes?
News / Management
What next for Aimbridge as it makes big c-suite changes?
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 14, 2023
Aimbridge brings in former Choice CEO Steve Joyce to drive performance as search begins for a new CEO. ... Read More
Latest news: PwC's sluggish forecast; Biki Oberoi dies; Kempinski to Caribbean
News / Brands
Latest news: PwC's sluggish forecast; Biki Oberoi dies; Kempinski to Caribbean
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | November 14, 2023
Breaking news about development, M&A, people, data and more.... Read More
Top moments from HICAP – Asia’s premier investment conference
News
Top moments from HICAP – Asia’s premier investment conference
By Rob Schneider | November 13, 2023
Here is the best from the Hotel Investment Conference Asia Pacific (HICAP), from executive interviews to awards to insights from top hospitality leaders.  ... Read More
Thanksgiving travel up; domestic hotel prices down
News
Thanksgiving travel up; domestic hotel prices down
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 13, 2023
AAA data suggests that during the holidays, travelers are generally going to pay less for domestic trips compared to last year and more for international vacations.... Read More
News briefs: Soft Q3 in US; Hilton takes Trump Waikiki; big trade coming in Egypt
News / Brands
News briefs: Soft Q3 in US; Hilton takes Trump Waikiki; big trade coming in Egypt
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 10, 2023
Breaking news about development, M&A, data and more.... Read More
The power of patient capital
News / Contributed Perspectives
The power of patient capital
By Jack Mactaggart | November 10, 2023
Jack Mactaggart, director, Mactaggart Family & Partners, London and New York, discusses the patient capital approach to hotel investing.... Read More
Best Western’s Pohl focused on WorldHotels opportunities
News / Brands
Best Western’s Pohl focused on WorldHotels opportunities
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 9, 2023
The president of the 52-year-old soft brand prioritizes growth in North America, increasing brand awareness among developers and consumers.... Read More