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CoStar World News for Aug. 7Spanish firm buys majority stake in Greek hotelier; Blackstone prices UK’s largest CMBS sale since financial crisis; Climate risks could weigh on Europe investments
Seattle looks to waterfront for rejuvenation as cruise activity nears recordThe Emerald City's $806 million revitalization spotlights a commercial development strategy playing out in North America.
Global Report
CoStar World News for July 31India partnership plans 15 hotel openings; UK law firm lease breaks regional rent record; Big sales boost French residential investmentPodcast
Japan's growth is finally slowing, but performance remains strongElection results are not expected to change the trajectory in Japan, and revenue per available room growth is slated to slow in the second half of 2025 after a years-long hot streak.Economic concerns, political noise upset reciprocal travel demand for US and EuropeHotel industry experts say political noise around U.S. tariffs and trade deals and negative perception have dampened travel between the U.S. and the European Union.
Podcast
Slow summer of lagging leisure bodes poorly for fallOn the latest episode of Tell Me More: A Hospitality Data Podcast, hotel data analysts unpack U.S. group demand and slow business travel trends.London business hub Canary Wharf evolves into destination for locals, hotel guestsLondon's Canary Wharf district is changing, with its owner intent on continuing its transformation into a mixed neighborhood of offices, restaurants, attractions and hotels.
Exclusive
Executives of startup hotel brand company Landingplace Hotels see opportunity in flexibilityThey launch midscale brands in the extended-stay and select-service segments.Indianapolis market gains steam ahead of pivotal convention center hotel openingIndianapolis' hotel supply continues to grow at a rapid pace, and the success of its convention center reopening and subsequent 800-room hotel opening could define the market moving forward.
Earnings
Wyndham execs tout new openings as room revenue drops in second quarterDuring the hotel brand company's most recent earnings call, President and CEO Geoff Ballotti said a breakup with the master franchisor of Super 8 hotels in China is on the table.Global Report
CoStar World News for July 24Weather, global conflicts test Greek hotels; London offices capitalize on rising demand; Seine River area emerges as French logistics hubEarnings
Hilton CEO remains optimistic for year despite 'noisier than expected' second quarterRevenue per available room dropped 0.5% across Hilton's system, partially due to weak government spending and international demand.Podcast
Early planning, collaboration required to tackle hotel procurement hurdlesTariffs add to the challenging environment for hoteliers buying furniture, fixtures and equipment.DiamondRock closes on $1.5 billion refinancingDiamondRock Hospitality completed a refinancing and extension of its maturities to grow its credit facility by $300 million to $1.5 billion.
AI, collaboration the key drivers of change for hotel sales and marketingExperts stress consistency to prepare for AI search.
JD Power: Smart TVs, engagement through apps boost satisfaction for hotel guestsIn the new J.D. Power 2025 North America Third-Party Hotel Management Guest Satisfaction Benchmark, two technologies — smart TVs and hotel apps — stand out for good investments in improving guest satisfaction.
Featured
5 things to know
5 things to know
Headlines for Aug. 6
Opinions
AI is reshaping the traveler journey and redefining who owns the guest relationship
Opinions
Earnings
Earnings
Ownership
The REIT's revenues, hotel earnings 'increased significantly'
Ownership
Earnings
Earnings
Ownership
CEO points to ongoing recovery in Maui
Ownership
Finance
Thai owner KS Hotels has history with Park Hyatt in Cambodia and Thailand
Finance
5 things to know
5 things to know
Brands
Developer Millenium Hotels Real Estate opened the hotel earlier this year
Brands
Opinions
Slower transaction market, economic uncertainty make for headwinds for dealmakers
Opinions
Analytics
Las Vegas hotels improved in the final full week of July
Analytics
Earnings
Earnings
Brands
Market is 'fundamentally sound' despite recent concerns
Brands
Ownership
The deal is owner CapitaLand's second sale of a Citadines hotel in 2025
Ownership
Opinions
The music of REM, Elvis, Lester Flatts and others features in five must-visit spots
Opinions
Earnings
Earnings
Ownership
CEO expects macroeconomic uncertainty to continue holding back business, consumer spending
Ownership
Brands
Second half of 2025 might show softness thanks to last year's Olympics comp
Brands
Finance
CEO: Loan extension offers REIT runway to secure financing at lower interest rate
Finance
Operations
Historic hotel's 92-year tradition makes splash with guests, drives business
Operations
Ownership
Foreclosure sales prop up dollar volume
Ownership
Podcast
Podcast
Ownership
Eternal Companies' Damon Healey shares his hospitality journey
Ownership
Brands
Here’s a Live Overview of What’s Happening in the Market Today
Brands
International News
Greece
Performance varies market by market in Mediterranean country
Greece
Ireland
The Irish company previously rejected an offer worth €1.27 billion
Ireland
South Africa
Brands, property owners and operators must collaborate to achieve return on investment
South Africa
Spain
The resort last changed hands in 2021 in a portfolio with additional hotels
Spain
Congo
Lenders shy away from large swaths of the continent due to risk and uncertainty
Congo
Japan
Ishin has 17 urban hotels in its portfolio
Japan
South Africa
Operator prioritizes alignment with African hotel owners as it expands to Namibia, Nigeria and Senegal
South Africa
Hungary
Ownership consortium headed by Hungarian prime minister’s son-in-law
Hungary
Singapore
Raffles Sentosa Singapore’s focus on melding heritage, design and sustainability
Singapore
United Kingdom
Approximately 225 hotels being used by migrants, down from more than 400 in 2023
United Kingdom
Philippines
New hotels in The Philippines will be affiliated with Radisson Hotel Group brands
Philippines
Australia
Banks set performance targets with green loans
Australia
Spain
The budget brand is open to franchising
Spain
Buy-now-pay-later loans have been a part of the travel industry for years and continue to grow in popularity, leading more hotel companies to take notice.
LionGrove, with three Puerto Rico resorts, moves onto US mainland
The hotel operator will renovate its Scottsdale property as a wellness destination.
Earnings
International hotel performance buffers Marriott against weaker US, Canada numbers
During the company's second-quarter earnings call, Marriott International executives spoke about higher expectations for fourth-quarter performance as international hotel demand outpaces U.S. and Canada.
Government initiatives, devalued currency help Egypt’s hotel industry flourish
Hotel development continues to ramp up in Egypt, where hoteliers are bracing for a twofold growth in the number of foreign tourists by 2028. But the African nation is dealing with challenges such as currency devaluation, administrative barriers and climate change.
Earnings
Park Hotels & Resorts leverages portfolio renovations, development instead of acquisitions
The real estate investment trust's executives say they're on track to sell up to $400 million in asset value by year's end.
How Hyatt evolved its business strategy through acquisitions and new brands
In order to get the full picture of where Hyatt is today, it's important to take a closer look at each of the recent major milestones the company has reached.
Featured
5 things to know
5 things to know
Headlines for Aug. 6
Opinions
AI is reshaping the traveler journey and redefining who owns the guest relationship
Opinions
Earnings
Earnings
Ownership
The REIT's revenues, hotel earnings 'increased significantly'
Ownership
Earnings
Earnings
Ownership
CEO points to ongoing recovery in Maui
Ownership
Finance
Thai owner KS Hotels has history with Park Hyatt in Cambodia and Thailand
Finance
5 things to know
5 things to know
Brands
Developer Millenium Hotels Real Estate opened the hotel earlier this year
Brands
Opinions
Slower transaction market, economic uncertainty make for headwinds for dealmakers
Opinions
Analytics
Las Vegas hotels improved in the final full week of July
Analytics
Earnings
Earnings
Brands
Market is 'fundamentally sound' despite recent concerns
Brands
Ownership
The deal is owner CapitaLand's second sale of a Citadines hotel in 2025
Ownership
Opinions
The music of REM, Elvis, Lester Flatts and others features in five must-visit spots
Opinions
Earnings
Earnings
Ownership
CEO expects macroeconomic uncertainty to continue holding back business, consumer spending
Ownership
Brands
Second half of 2025 might show softness thanks to last year's Olympics comp
Brands
Finance
CEO: Loan extension offers REIT runway to secure financing at lower interest rate
Finance
Operations
Historic hotel's 92-year tradition makes splash with guests, drives business
Operations
Ownership
Foreclosure sales prop up dollar volume
Ownership
Podcast
Podcast
Ownership
Eternal Companies' Damon Healey shares his hospitality journey
Ownership
Brands
Here’s a Live Overview of What’s Happening in the Market Today
Brands
International News
Greece
Performance varies market by market in Mediterranean country
Greece
Ireland
The Irish company previously rejected an offer worth €1.27 billion
Ireland
South Africa
Brands, property owners and operators must collaborate to achieve return on investment
South Africa
Spain
The resort last changed hands in 2021 in a portfolio with additional hotels
Spain
Congo
Lenders shy away from large swaths of the continent due to risk and uncertainty
Congo
Japan
Ishin has 17 urban hotels in its portfolio
Japan
South Africa
Operator prioritizes alignment with African hotel owners as it expands to Namibia, Nigeria and Senegal
South Africa
Hungary
Ownership consortium headed by Hungarian prime minister’s son-in-law
Hungary
Singapore
Raffles Sentosa Singapore’s focus on melding heritage, design and sustainability
Singapore
United Kingdom
Approximately 225 hotels being used by migrants, down from more than 400 in 2023
United Kingdom
Philippines
New hotels in The Philippines will be affiliated with Radisson Hotel Group brands
Philippines
Australia
Banks set performance targets with green loans
Australia
Spain
The budget brand is open to franchising
Spain
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