24 September 2025
Europe, Middle East and Africa hotel deals and developments: Rosewood Hotels debuts in Qatar
This roundup features the latest hotel deals and developments in the Europe, Middle East and Africa region.
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19 September 2025Literary hotels that showcase a novel guest experience
Books transport their readers to new destinations within the pages. In turn, some hotels have taken a novel approach to providing a literary experience to guests.- 10 September 2025
Pace slows on Saudi giga-projects, but tourism growth remains major priority
The pace of investment in developing vast swaths of Saudi Arabia as part of its Vision 2030 ambitions has slowed so far this year. 
21 August 2025Experts share best practices for hotel design that promote flexibility, timelessness
NASHVILLE, Tennessee — The creative process for designing a hotel and the spaces inside draws on a wide variety of factors to balance the wants and needs of both guests and hoteliers.
3 July 2025Deep dive: Here are some of the world's most interesting hotel pools
Not all hotel pools are created equal. From gorgeous views to interesting design elements, some pools stand out with their various cool factors, and temperature has nothing to do with it.- 24 January 2025
Tones come down to earth as hotel designers embrace color of the year
Color is one of the greatest components of design in any hotel. It gives that look of warmth and luxury to a property and invokes a feeling from guests. Designers incorporate colors in various ways when they create rooms and public spaces in hotels. 
16 December 2024Studio Moren’s Sharon Grob and David Harte talk design, segmentation, luxury and aesthetics
Many stakeholders have ideas and opinions when it comes to hotel design, from owners to operators and designers themselves. Conflict can arise when the groups can't align on preferences, brand standards or current travel trends.
7 November 2024Grosvenor checks in luxury hospitality group at £500 million Mayfair development
South Molton, Grosvenor's £500 million mixed-used development in the heart of Mayfair, will play host to the UK's first Oberoi Hotel after the Duke of Westminster's property group agreed a deal with its parent company EIH London Investments.
6 November 2024The players in Italy's hotel investment and development scene
ROME — Hotel development in Italy is beset with well-meaning bureaucracy and regulations centered on heritage and building conservation.
29 October 2024Serviced apartments attract hotel developer, brand attention
The serviced-apartment segment is drawing significant interest from developers and owners. But with the segment's maturity comes the need for more options.
8 October 2024Hotel executives debate when sustainability should enter development, construction conversations
MANCHESTER, England — Integrating sustainability into hotel development is somewhat of a new frontier for the hospitality industry.
4 September 2024How architects, developers build sustainable real estate with climate change in mind
As temperatures inch up and concerns grow about climate change, it’s not just people who sweat and suffer: Buildings feel the heat as well. Some real estate planners, owners and designers are making investments now to keep their properties and the people who use them cooler.
26 July 2024Brands Believe Lifestyle Hotels Could Get a Foothold in Africa
WINDHOEK, Namibia — As global hotel companies look to expand throughout Africa, which hotel brands do they start with?
6 May 2024With Fresh Capital Injection, A&O Aims For Sustainable Expansion
A&O Hotels & Hostels will invest €500 million ($538 million) toward expansion across Europe in key locations such as Berlin, Lisbon, London, Madrid and more.- 19 April 2024
Amsterdam Toughens Laws on Hotels and Overtourism
Amsterdam, the principal tourist destination in The Netherlands, and one of the most popular spots in Europe, has toughened its ban new hotel openings. 
18 March 2024Despite Regional Challenges, Travel Is Resilient in Latin America
LIMA, Peru — Latin America is facing the same macroeconomic challenges as the United States — namely, still-high interest rates hampering real estate transactions and persistent inflation — but travel trends remain resilient. Latin America also has its own set of economic and political challenges that have an impact on travel and tourism development in the region, said Reinier Schliesser, principal economist at CAF, the development bank of Latin America and the Caribbean. Schliesser spoke at the recent SAHIC Latin America & the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Investment Forum.
30 January 2024Marina Bay Sands Injects Additional $750 Million Into Renovation as It Enters Phase Two
Singapore's Marina Bay Sands is entering the second phase of its renovation to position it as a top tourism destination for local and international visitors.
27 September 2023Marriott's New Four Points Express by Sheraton Brand Aimed at Europe, Middle East and Africa
Marriott International expects to grow its global portfolio to 1.8 million rooms within a few years. To do so, the Bethesda, Maryland-based company will invest in the midscale segment by launching its newest brand, Four Points Express by Sheraton, to target development in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.- 7 June 2023
Latin American Hotel Developers Find Conversion Opportunities in Empty Offices, Churches
CORAL GABLES, Florida — Opportunities are ramping up for hotel industry growth across Latin America as hoteliers weigh the pros and cons of building new versus converting existing commercial real estate properties. 
20 April 2023Manchester City Submits Plans for 400-Room Hotel
Manchester City, the world’s biggest soccer club by revenue, plans to build a 400-room hotel at its Etihad Stadium in Manchester, located on Ashton New Road to the east of the city center.
