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: APAC boost from Taylor Swift; Accor grows in Hamburg; Lemon Tree adds
News / Brands
Latest news: APAC boost from Taylor Swift; Accor grows in Hamburg; Lemon Tree adds
By Rob Schneider | March 22, 2024
The latest on development, M&A, data and more, including news from Accor, Hilton, Ryman and more... Read More
Accor cooks up new F&B value
News / Brands
Accor cooks up new F&B value
By Raini H.R. | March 22, 2024
The new way to an owner’s heart is through the stomach. Watch Accor's huge appetite to refresh F&B for its Premium, Midscale and Economy brands in Asia and the Middle East. ... Read More
Hilton Investor Day reinforces path to 6-7% NUG
News / Brands
Hilton Investor Day reinforces path to 6-7% NUG
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 21, 2024
Analysts weigh in on what they heard at Hilton’s show and came away predicting upside on unit growth and performance expected to match expectations. ... Read More
Latest news: New TPG HQ; US, Canada data; Iberian jv formed
News / Owners
Latest news: New TPG HQ; US, Canada data; Iberian jv formed
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 21, 2024
Breaking news about development, M&A, data and more. ... Read More
Hotel executive moves: First Hospitality, Mandarin Oriental, Spire Hospitality
News / Owners
Hotel executive moves: First Hospitality, Mandarin Oriental, Spire Hospitality
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | March 21, 2024
Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week. ... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Blackstone, Hotel Equities, Soho House
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Blackstone, Hotel Equities, Soho House
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | March 21, 2024
Among our top quotes from the past week is Blackstone's Scott Treblico talking about how the travel ecosystem is evolving and how it could impact the future positioning of hotel brands. ... Read More
The CapEx cliff and the misalignment between brands, owners
News / Owners
The CapEx cliff and the misalignment between brands, owners
By Rob Schneider | March 21, 2024
Executives from Noble Investment Group, Blackstone and Brookfield discussed the current CapEx situation and the evolution of brands on Day 1 at the Hunter Hotel Investment Conference.... Read More
Deal activity: March 13-18, 2024
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: March 13-18, 2024
By Shawn Turner | March 20, 2024
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Bradford Allen Hospitality Investments acquisition of the Aloft Glendale at Westgate in Arizona for $23.75 million. ... Read More
Latest news: Big deal in Savannah; New Hampton, Sleep Inn prototypes; Delano to Dubai
News / Franchising
Latest news: Big deal in Savannah; New Hampton, Sleep Inn prototypes; Delano to Dubai
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 20, 2024
Breaking news about development, M&A, franchising and more, including news from Matthews Southwest Hospitality, Margaritaville and Oberoi.... Read More
Where Hong Kong currently stands in travel, tourism market
News / Asia Pacific
Where Hong Kong currently stands in travel, tourism market
By Rob Schneider | March 20, 2024
A panel at HICAP Update last week in Hong Kong discussed where the market stands in its recovery and what it still needs to work on.... Read More
Latest news: W headed to Hainan; update on development in Greece; Palasino IPO
News / Brands
Latest news: W headed to Hainan; update on development in Greece; Palasino IPO
March 19, 2024
Breaking news about M&A, development and more, including news from Access Point Financial, Marriott and others.... Read More
Rumors surface about suitor to take Soho House private
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Rumors surface about suitor to take Soho House private
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 19, 2024
Struggling public company formed a committee last month to explore options; chairman publishes letter to shareholders bemoaning leaks and poor valuations.... Read More
Wyndham’s women’s ownership program hits milestones
News / Franchising
Wyndham’s women’s ownership program hits milestones
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 19, 2024
In 24 months, 16 hotels are open, 50 are under development and Wyndham has developed a network of more than 550 women working toward ownership.... Read More
Choice received nearly 14% of Wyndham shares in exchange
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Choice received nearly 14% of Wyndham shares in exchange
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 18, 2024
While Choice has walked away from the Wyndham deal for now, R.W. Baird wrote on Monday that its share exchange bid garnered more than expected and draws a line in the sand for the future.  ... Read More
Marriott Bonvoy, BetMGM collab goes live
News / Asset Management
Marriott Bonvoy, BetMGM collab goes live
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 18, 2024
Linked accounts can now officially exchange points for Marriott stays, experiences. ... Read More