HOTEL NEWS
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CoStar World News for May 8Hotel deal ranks among Denmark’s largest; UK defaults rise; Robotized warehouse comes to life under Paris boulevard
Hoteliers look to new Canadian government policies for added business travelA hotel trade association also plans to seek funding to promote domestic vacations rather than in the United States..
Developers use branded condos to finance luxury hotels as some lenders back offThe demand isn't slowing for residences with names including Dolce & Gabbana and Mercedes-Benz.
Earnings
Apple Hospitality REIT still buying and selling amid 'challenging' transactions marketApple Hospitality REIT CEO Justin Knight says the company's hotels are actively shifting their business mix away from government business. Earnings
Park Hotels remains steadfast in asset sale goal despite challenging marketPark Hotels & Resorts executives say performance in the first quarter for the hotel-focused REIT was better than expected, and it will continue to sell off at least $300 million in non-core assets this year. Earnings
DiamondRock CEO anticipates US economic anxiety will settleDiamondRock Hospitality Company CEO Jeff Donnelly said the U.S. macroeconomic turbulence is already calming down, yet executives from the real estate investment trust have had to pivot to secure hotel goods from overseas that faced possible tariffs.Earnings
Pebblebrook lowers outlook over 'concerning signs' for demand in second half of 2025During the hotel REIT's first-quarter 2025 earnings call, Pebblebrook Hotel Trust CEO Jon Bortz spoke about signs of weakening hotel demand in the second half of the year. CoStar coverage of aftermath of Los Angeles wildfiresTop stories about the January devastation.
Tristan Capital to acquire EasyHotelLondon-based Tristan Capital Partners plans to acquire budget hotel brand EasyHotel for an estimated €242 million.
Earnings
Hotel demand holds, but potential for 'deteriorating lodging fundamentals' has grown, Host CEO saysIn the hotel REIT's first-quarter earnings call, Host Hotels & Resorts CEO Jim Risoleo said while the company has lowered some of its outlook for 2025, it's still well-positioned to drive performance.Earnings
Hyatt hopeful amid strong first quarter, 'modestly' adjusts outlookIn its latest earnings call, Hyatt Hotels Corp. executives explained why the brand is well-positioned to weather the ongoing "choppy environment."Earnings
Summit expects to power through softening demand following mixed first quarterSummit Hotel Properties CEO Jonathan Stanner said the company's first-quarter results were about what was expected and that he believes the company's investment in recent renovations will drive revenue.Earnings
Wyndham's business model better insulates itself from economic uncertainty, execs sayA softer-than-expected March and April led Wyndham Hotels & Resorts to downgrade some of its full-year outlook, but company executives say its business model has the brand better prepared than the industry for any economic uncertainty.Earnings
Whitbread's total revenue declines as UK hotel demand slowsU.K.-based Whitbread, owner-operator of the Premier Inn hotel brand, noticed some softening demand in its home market while its second largest hotel market Germany is trending upwards.Earnings
MGM Resorts CEO expects a record April for Las Vegas propertiesDemand is setting up MGM Resorts International's Las Vegas properties for a record April, and its partnership with Marriott International's loyalty program has resulted in 440,000 room nights so far this year.HNN Video
Valor Hospitality expects more growth in Middle East as hotel owners turn to third-party operatorsHotel owners in the Middle East are increasingly turning to third-party operators in part because they want to get more out of their properties.Global Report
CoStar World News for May 1Wyndham expands Super 8 hotel brand in Spain, Portugal; UK scraps valuation agency; French property investment on track for 2025 gainFeatured
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Companies combine portfolios of branded select-, full-service hotels and lifestyle properties and resorts
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REIT adjusts outlook following resort reopening delay, market volatility
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Brand rolls out iconic specials for fans of 'The White Lotus'
Operations
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RSA Conference in San Francisco dials up major hotel demand
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Finance
Failed bid calculates value of M&C at near $175 million
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IHG's boutique-style brand is doubling its footprint
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Updated 50-basis-point drop 'does not incorporate a recession,' exec says
Brands
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Finance
Hospitality REIT plans to invest in nine hotels this year, pivots sales strategy
Finance
Opinions
Is your hotel prepared for when disaster strikes?
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Analytics
Travelers from Canada, Europe bolster CALA region's outlook
Analytics
Earnings
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Ownership
Hotel REIT posts solid first quarter, adjusts outlook for year
Ownership
Opinions
How to approach FF&E amid ongoing policy changes
Opinions
Brands
36 hotels across 20 cities in US, Europe and Asia-Pacific will join portfolio
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Here’s a Live Overview of What’s Happening in the Market Today
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United States
The sector has demonstrated both operational and financial resilience
United States
United Kingdom
Budget hotel chain on growth spurt in France, Spain
United Kingdom
France
Essendi places emphasis on sustainability, quality and portfolio value
France
Denmark
Sampension, AKF buy Comwell Copenhagen Portside Dolce by Wyndham for 1 billion Danish kroner
Denmark
India
Acquisition capital will downsize debt
India
Portugal
Deal will debut Super 8 brand in both countries
Portugal
Indonesia
Moratorium lifted on island's hotel development
Indonesia
France
Magellim REIM continues its hospitality sector expansion
France
France
Archer Hotel Capital's portfolio comprises seven properties, including Renaissance Paris Vendôme
France
United Kingdom
Legendary rock bands announce single shows in Edinburgh and Birmingham
United Kingdom
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Vietnam
Inbound demand to the Philippines lags behind other countries in the Southeast Asia region
Vietnam
Canada
Additional direct flights from inside and outside of Canada will help, owners and officials say
Canada
Thailand
Private jet terminals, superyacht marinas and high-end residences attract wealthy travelers
Thailand
United Kingdom
Global trade war could drive more demand to European hotels
United Kingdom
According to a recent report, 60% of French hotels earned extra hotel-ranking stars without improving services under a “minimalist” national rating system.
Global hotel brand companies are bullish on long-term opportunities in Latin America, Caribbean
Major global hotel brands aren't shying away from expansion plans in Latin America and the Caribbean. Instead, they're shoring up their local financing partnerships and betting on long-term fundamentals.
Earnings
Hotel execs tout improved performance of urban markets during first quarter
During their respective earnings calls, hotel real estate investment trust executives spoke about generally improving hotel performance at properties located in urban markets during the first quarter.
Earnings
Expedia taps new tech tool following tepid first quarter
Despite soft domestic travel, Expedia sees bright spots in AI innovation, B2B growth and new airline partnerships with Southwest and Ryanair.
Earnings
Choice Hotels execs champion versatility in guest mix amid economic uncertainty
Choice Hotels International decreased its full-year outlook slightly, but executives speaking during its first-quarter earnings call said the company's versatile guest mix has it well-positioned to continue strong performance through any economic uncertainty.
Earnings
IHG Hotels & Resorts CEO hints macroeconomic volatility has already eased
IHG Hotels & Resorts is confident it has the tools to weather any macroeconomic wobble, and executives said the recent reduction in political noise is encouraging business and tempering concerns regarding its full-year outlook.
Featured
5 things to know
5 things to know
Operations
Companies combine portfolios of branded select-, full-service hotels and lifestyle properties and resorts
Operations
Earnings
Earnings
Ownership
REIT adjusts outlook following resort reopening delay, market volatility
Ownership
Operations
Brand rolls out iconic specials for fans of 'The White Lotus'
Operations
Analytics
RSA Conference in San Francisco dials up major hotel demand
Analytics
5 things to know
5 things to know
Finance
Failed bid calculates value of M&C at near $175 million
Finance
HNN Blog
HNN Blog
Opinions
If labor conditions change, keep this commitment
Opinions
Podcast
Podcast
Brands
IHG's boutique-style brand is doubling its footprint
Brands
Earnings
Earnings
Brands
Updated 50-basis-point drop 'does not incorporate a recession,' exec says
Brands
Earnings
Earnings
Finance
Hospitality REIT plans to invest in nine hotels this year, pivots sales strategy
Finance
Opinions
Is your hotel prepared for when disaster strikes?
Opinions
Analytics
Travelers from Canada, Europe bolster CALA region's outlook
Analytics
Earnings
Earnings
Ownership
Hotel REIT posts solid first quarter, adjusts outlook for year
Ownership
Opinions
How to approach FF&E amid ongoing policy changes
Opinions
Brands
36 hotels across 20 cities in US, Europe and Asia-Pacific will join portfolio
Brands
Brands
Here’s a Live Overview of What’s Happening in the Market Today
Brands
International News
United States
The sector has demonstrated both operational and financial resilience
United States
United Kingdom
Budget hotel chain on growth spurt in France, Spain
United Kingdom
France
Essendi places emphasis on sustainability, quality and portfolio value
France
Denmark
Sampension, AKF buy Comwell Copenhagen Portside Dolce by Wyndham for 1 billion Danish kroner
Denmark
India
Acquisition capital will downsize debt
India
Portugal
Deal will debut Super 8 brand in both countries
Portugal
Indonesia
Moratorium lifted on island's hotel development
Indonesia
France
Magellim REIM continues its hospitality sector expansion
France
France
Archer Hotel Capital's portfolio comprises seven properties, including Renaissance Paris Vendôme
France
United Kingdom
Legendary rock bands announce single shows in Edinburgh and Birmingham
United Kingdom
Podcast
Podcast
Vietnam
Inbound demand to the Philippines lags behind other countries in the Southeast Asia region
Vietnam
Canada
Additional direct flights from inside and outside of Canada will help, owners and officials say
Canada
Thailand
Private jet terminals, superyacht marinas and high-end residences attract wealthy travelers
Thailand
United Kingdom
Global trade war could drive more demand to European hotels
United Kingdom
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