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.
Ennismore style drives Accor all-inclusive growth
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Ennismore style drives Accor all-inclusive growth
By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 2, 2023
Ability to deeply program assets with style is what Accor is selling to owners who are moving into this hot leisure segment.  ... Read More
Latest news: HAMA bullish; Kimpton growth; Aimbridge adds in Spain
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Latest news: HAMA bullish; Kimpton growth; Aimbridge adds in Spain
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | October 2, 2023
Breaking news on M&A, development, data and more.... Read More
Latest news: CBRE on potential recession; Driftwood refi; Chicago foreclosure
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Latest news: CBRE on potential recession; Driftwood refi; Chicago foreclosure
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | September 29, 2023
Curated news briefs about development, M&A, data and more.... Read More
Quotes of the week: Marriott, JLL, The Ascott Ltd.
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Quotes of the week: Marriott, JLL, The Ascott Ltd.
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | September 28, 2023
Insightful quotes from some of our top stories of the past week, including a comment about corporate culture from a leader at The Ascott Ltd., Singapore.... Read More
Lowe buys Hyatt business to renew vacation rental development
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Lowe buys Hyatt business to renew vacation rental development
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 28, 2023
Hyatt to launch a new brand in the same space, using Lowe’s new assets to seed the business.... Read More
Marriott will reach 1.8 million rooms by 2025
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Marriott will reach 1.8 million rooms by 2025
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 28, 2023
During investor day presentations, industry giant models unit growth and performance through 2025 after launching its 32nd brand focused on EMEA midmarket.... Read More
Latest HITs: Bunkhouse growth; Extendam to Belgium; IHG's Smith wins Castell award
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Latest HITs: Bunkhouse growth; Extendam to Belgium; IHG's Smith wins Castell award
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 27, 2023
The latest news about M&A, development, new data and more.... Read More
Deal activity: September 20-25, 2023
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Deal activity: September 20-25, 2023
By Shawn Turner | September 27, 2023
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week is Stockdale Capital Partners’ acquisition of the InterContinental Houston.... Read More
Security, processes drive online booking abandonment
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Security, processes drive online booking abandonment
By Linda Fox | September 27, 2023
Research shows half of all travelers have abandoned a booking because of a bad experience, rising to almost three-quarters for Gen Z and 60% for millennials.... Read More
Marriott launches midscale brand for EMEA
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Marriott launches midscale brand for EMEA
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 27, 2023
Four Points Express by Sheraton has signed three deals in the UK and Türkiye and has signed LOIs in Poland, Belgium and the UK.... Read More
M&A: Three hurdles and triggers
News / Mergers and Acquistions
M&A: Three hurdles and triggers
By Robert Cole | September 26, 2023
Hurdles include bid-offer spreads, the interest rate plateau and relative reality checks. Triggers may come in the form of debt deadlines, ROI reviews and icebreaker action.... Read More
5 hottest US hotel development markets
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5 hottest US hotel development markets
By Rob Schneider | September 26, 2023
Data from Lodging Econometrics shows Dallas leads the way at the end of Q2 2023 with a surprising number of new construction projects.... Read More
BWH eyes APAC amid plans to 'transform' as global brand
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BWH eyes APAC amid plans to 'transform' as global brand
By Angelique Platas | September 25, 2023
India’s huge population but limited supply in the midscale tier represents the largest opportunity, especially considering India’s expanding middle class.... Read More
Latest HITs: CRE debt relief bill; Houston InterCon sells; Ennismore's all-inclusive
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Latest HITs: CRE debt relief bill; Houston InterCon sells; Ennismore's all-inclusive
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 25, 2023
The latest on development, M&A and more from the investment community.... Read More
Resort fees popular, not popular, and not going away
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Resort fees popular, not popular, and not going away
By Rob Schneider | September 25, 2023
Resort or destination fees are profitable for owners but under attack from legislators and consumer groups. We shine a light on the practice and proposed solutions.... Read More