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: January 29-February 3, 2025
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: January 29-February 3, 2025
By Shawn Turner | February 6, 2025
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Select M City Ltd.’s acquisition of the Radisson Blue Dubai Media City in Dubai from an undisclosed seller for more than AED200 million ($54.4 million).... Read More
How Hilton is ‘defying gravity’ in challenging market
News / C Corps
How Hilton is ‘defying gravity’ in challenging market
By Rob Schneider | February 6, 2025
Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta sounds off on his optimism for 2025, why his company has more construction starts than any other brand, and why Hilton is also getting disproportionate financing.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: ALIS commentary, SH Hotels, Aimbridge, JLL
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: ALIS commentary, SH Hotels, Aimbridge, JLL
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | February 6, 2025
Among the noteworthy quotes of the week was SH Hotels & Resorts' Raul Leal talking about the rebrand to Starwood Hotels and the new growth plan.... Read More
Latest news: Maybourne coming to Paris; Bvlgari adds Bahamas; Wyndham's 25 for Europe
News / Brands
Latest news: Maybourne coming to Paris; Bvlgari adds Bahamas; Wyndham's 25 for Europe
By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 6, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hilton shows strong RevPAR, NUG growth in Q4
News / Brands
Hilton shows strong RevPAR, NUG growth in Q4
By Rob Schneider | February 6, 2025
CEO Chris Nassetta said the RevPAR growth was driven by strong trends in leisure occupancy and continued gains in business transient and group.... Read More
Latest news: Super Bowl rooms sparse; Dreamscape adds 3; Nikki Beach founder dies
News / Owners
Latest news: Super Bowl rooms sparse; Dreamscape adds 3; Nikki Beach founder dies
By Rob Schneider | February 5, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Inside the drivers behind LA’s golden sports moment
News
Inside the drivers behind LA’s golden sports moment
By Rob Schneider | February 5, 2025
 At an ALIS DESIGN+, leaders for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 2028 Summer Olympics and Paralympic Games discuss the impact and legacy that both events will have on LA’s hospitality industry and the region.... Read More
Latest news: Mesa hotels sells; Waldorf condos selling; extended-stay gains
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Mesa hotels sells; Waldorf condos selling; extended-stay gains
By Rob Schneider | February 4, 2025
 Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Latest news: Notable Hyatt Regencys for sale; Hyatt extends talks with Playa
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Notable Hyatt Regencys for sale; Hyatt extends talks with Playa
By Rob Schneider | February 3, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Latest news: OHS sells in Florida; HQ adds in Brazil; volunteering at ALIS
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: OHS sells in Florida; HQ adds in Brazil; volunteering at ALIS
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 31, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hotel executive moves: Coury, Hilton, Rockbridge, Sage
News / Owners
Hotel executive moves: Coury, Hilton, Rockbridge, Sage
By Rob Schneider | January 31, 2025
Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
Aimbridge’s mea culpa
News / Management
Aimbridge’s mea culpa
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 31, 2025
CEO Craig Smith said owners are more welcoming after the management giant admitted their mistakes and created balanced scorecards to address them. ... Read More
Cedar Capital, Ares recapitalize 5 European hotels
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Cedar Capital, Ares recapitalize 5 European hotels
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 31, 2025
The portfolio, including the Hoxtons in Rome and Amsterdam, as well as a Mama Shelter in Prague, will be owned by a Cedar Capital-managed fund.... Read More
Deal activity: January 21-27, 2025
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: January 21-27, 2025
By Shawn Turner | January 31, 2025
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was McWhinney’s acquisition of the Thompson Denver from T2 Hospitality for an undisclosed amount.... Read More
Latest news: Henderson Park closes PGA National; Omni to New Orleans?; MHG adds in Indy
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Henderson Park closes PGA National; Omni to New Orleans?; MHG adds in Indy
By Rob Schneider | January 31, 2025
 Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More