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.
Hyatt expects to be 90% asset light by 2027
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Hyatt expects to be 90% asset light by 2027
By Rob Schneider | February 13, 2025
Hyatt had an acquisitive 2024 following deals for Standard and Bahia Principe (not to mention its recent $2.6 billion Playa deal). The company also says it will sell an additional $2 billion in assets by the end of 2027.... Read More
Deal activity: February 4-11, 2025
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Deal activity: February 4-11, 2025
By Shawn Turner | February 13, 2025
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was HSL Properties’ acquisition of two hotels in Mesa, Arizona, from Power Hotel Group for $50.25 million.... Read More
Wyndham reports record annual openings, retention
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Wyndham reports record annual openings, retention
By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 12, 2025
Fourth quarter earnings reflect 4% net rooms growth and 5% pipeline growth to a record 252,000 rooms. ... Read More
Latest news: Lodging Dynamics adds in Cali; Amangani renovations; IHG’s first Vignette in France
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Latest news: Lodging Dynamics adds in Cali; Amangani renovations; IHG’s first Vignette in France
By Rob Schneider | February 12, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
How Mint House is using M&A to grow its business
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
How Mint House is using M&A to grow its business
By Rob Schneider | February 11, 2025
Fresh off its acquisition of Locale, Mint House CEO Christian Lee discusses why the deal was a good fit, the stakes in an early-stage hospitality space and how international clients could help the company grow.... Read More
Latest news: Spark’s 100th; Crowne Plaza's refresh; Sonesta adds 23 in Q4
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Latest news: Spark’s 100th; Crowne Plaza's refresh; Sonesta adds 23 in Q4
By Rob Schneider | February 11, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Marriott off to good start in January
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Marriott off to good start in January
By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 11, 2025
Earnings call touches on results, forecasts and hot topics, ranging from key money and debt capital to the timing on China’s recovery.... Read More
Record for new deals highlights Marriott earnings
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Record for new deals highlights Marriott earnings
By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 11, 2025
Global RevPAR increases 5%, driven by 4.1% in U.S. and Canada and 7.2% in international markets. ... Read More
Shanghai, London, Dubai will lead in room openings
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Shanghai, London, Dubai will lead in room openings
By Rob Schneider | February 10, 2025
Where do EMEA, Asia Pacific and the Americas stand in global hotel pipeline delivery as projects in the final planning stages decline.... Read More
Latest news: Baywood $35.5M refi; Hilton back to Atlantic City; Mint House buys Locale
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Latest news: Baywood $35.5M refi; Hilton back to Atlantic City; Mint House buys Locale
By Rob Schneider | February 10, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hotel executive moves: Marriott, Remington, Raffles, BWH
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Hotel executive moves: Marriott, Remington, Raffles, BWH
By Rob Schneider | February 7, 2025
Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
Latest news: Sandpiper buys in Florida; Marriott’s APEC growth; Shiva £310M London refi
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Sandpiper buys in Florida; Marriott’s APEC growth; Shiva £310M London refi
By Rob Schneider | February 7, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Davidson moving into luxury, exploring Europe
News / Management
Davidson moving into luxury, exploring Europe
By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 7, 2025
At ALIS, CEO Thom Geshay talked about the third-party opportunity in the luxury space and how its new owner is supporting growth.... Read More
Driftwood Capital creates new platform
News / Owners
Driftwood Capital creates new platform
By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 7, 2025
Alinio Azevedo is coming in to lead the luxury and lifestyle division, which seeks to raise at least $300 million of institutional capital to acquire or develop assets.... Read More
ALIS video interview: Jean-Jacques Morin, Accor
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ALIS video interview: Jean-Jacques Morin, Accor
By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 7, 2025
Deputy CEO and CEO of the Premium, Midscale & Economy Division discusses growth opportunities, operational news and what he would personally like to accomplish this year as a leader.... Read More