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.
Deal activity: December 9-15, 2025
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: December 9-15, 2025
By Shawn Turner | December 18, 2025
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Highgate, Gencom and Argent Ventures acquiring the InterContinental New York Times Square.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Starwood, Hyatt, Trinity, CBRE
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Starwood, Hyatt, Trinity, CBRE
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | December 18, 2025
Among the noteworthy quotes from stories this week is New York Governor Kathy Huchel talking about the revenue that will be generated by three approved casinos.... Read More
Trinity, Partners Group acquire Hoxton in Barcelona
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Trinity, Partners Group acquire Hoxton in Barcelona
By Rob Schneider | December 18, 2025
The deal represents the second European acquisition for the pair and caps what’s been a busy year of M&A for Trinity Investments.... Read More
Latest news: Sale in Seattle; $51M Nashville refi; new Montage in Mexico
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Sale in Seattle; $51M Nashville refi; new Montage in Mexico
By Rob Schneider | December 18, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Investor puts pressure on Whitbread
News / C Corps
Investor puts pressure on Whitbread
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 18, 2025
Owner of the Premier Inn brand has a big capital outlay in the works and hedge fund Corvex Management said it should review its options.... Read More
Exclusive Resorts acquires Inspirato for $59M
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Exclusive Resorts acquires Inspirato for $59M
By Rob Schneider | December 17, 2025
As a result, the company forms The Exclusive Collective with Inspirato and onefinestay, which will serve high-net-worth individuals and families.... Read More
Latest news: La Quinta $300M CMBS; Sonesta adds 6; sale in Fort Worth
News / Owners
Latest news: La Quinta $300M CMBS; Sonesta adds 6; sale in Fort Worth
By Rob Schneider | December 17, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Marriott hits milestone with City Express
News / Brands
Marriott hits milestone with City Express
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 17, 2025
Midscale brand reaches 100 deals in U.S. and Canada; 10 properties should open in 2025. ... Read More
Deal activity: December 1-9, 2025
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: December 1-9, 2025
By Rob Schneider & Shawn Turner | December 16, 2025
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Ocean Properties’ acquisition of the Bobby Nashville hotel in Nashville for $50 million.... Read More
Why travelers are 'defecting' from preferred airline, hotel or OTA
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Why travelers are 'defecting' from preferred airline, hotel or OTA
By Phocuswright Research | December 16, 2025
Wanting to try something new is a top justification for using non-go-to brands within the last year across a variety of travel verticals.... Read More
Brand leader named for Hyatt Essentials
News / Brands
Brand leader named for Hyatt Essentials
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 16, 2025
Hyatt veteran Jason Ballard takes the reins as half of 2025 new signings for the portfolio represent new markets for the company.... Read More
Latest news: $28M loan in N. Carolina; Louisiana portfolio sale; Park Hyatt adds Mexico
News / Financing
Latest news: $28M loan in N. Carolina; Louisiana portfolio sale; Park Hyatt adds Mexico
By Rob Schneider | December 16, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Increasing US deal volume has PwC optimistic
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Increasing US deal volume has PwC optimistic
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 16, 2025
Improving capital market conditions, strong sector fundamentals set the stage for 2026 M&A activity.  ... Read More
Why investors keep coming back to Texas
News / Owners
Why investors keep coming back to Texas
By Rob Schneider | December 15, 2025
Despite RevPAR challenges across all four major markets (and convention center closures in Austin and Dallas), here’s why Texas remains the top pick for investors.... Read More
Latest news: Lotte’s NYC acquisition; Hyatt Jamaica resorts remain closed; Salt Lake refi
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Lotte’s NYC acquisition; Hyatt Jamaica resorts remain closed; Salt Lake refi
By Rob Schneider | December 15, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More