HOTEL NEWS
CoStar World News for March 26Vietnam-based hotelier gets new owner; Landsec hoists for-sale sign at famous London site; Venture targets French luxury hotel business
European hoteliers remain hopeful on deals despite uncertaintyEditors recap the second day of the International Hospitality Investment Forum EMEA from Berlin.
Hotel CEO warns of leadership gap as AI reshapes industryHospitality America is eyeing acquisitions to fuel its next phase of growth.
War in Iran will have lasting effects on regional travel patternsThe current crisis in the Middle East is likely to have a marked effect on sentiment, air routes and hub transportation centers.
Global hotel executives stress calm in season of geopolitical uncertaintyEditors recap the opening day of the International Hospitality Investment Forum EMEA from Berlin, where hotel executives acknowledged the disruption of the Iran war.
Data experts on hospitality's ongoing headwinds and the case for optimismThe K-shaped economy continues to affect the U.S. hotel industry's momentum, according to data forecasters and analysts.
How private equity firms, smaller hotel ownership groups differ in approachSmaller hotel ownership groups can afford to be more patient in their hotel investments in this cycle compared to large private equity firms.
How AHLA is pushing for labor relief for US hoteliers ahead of major eventsAn executive with the top hotel lobbying group in the U.S. is hopeful that strong performance will come from the upcoming World Cup and 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.
Hilton's franchise agreement with Yotel will grow the tech-first hotel brandLondon-based Yotel will continue to independently manage its 23 hotels after signing a franchise agreement with Hilton.
Fed decision means higher-for-longer costs, hotel execs sayThe federal funds rate has not changed since the Federal Open Market Committee voted to lower rates by 25 basis points in December 2025.
Hotel investment experts see US transaction activity return as inevitableHoteliers and hospitality experts are largely in agreement that the time to "kick the can" is over in regards to investors waiting to transact hotels.
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Finance
Deal is real estate investment firm CLI Dartriver’s first hotel acquisition
Finance
Sale
Braemar, a REIT undergoing liquidation, hires JLL to market property
Sale
Video
Ownership
Newport Hospitality exec on why the World Cup won't save its year
Ownership
Brands
Hoteliers share strategies for how they're managing and avoiding additional costs
Brands
Video
People
It's prudent to develop hotels now in preparation for better fundamentals down the line
People
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Office
Loan to be secured by Fashion Centre, Metro Tower, Ritz-Carlton in Northern Virginia
Office
Leisure
Properties at the upper end of the market continue to make their mark in the capital
Leisure
Brands
CEO says Europe benefits from international inbound travel amid GDP drops
Brands
Analytics
Miami, San Francisco and Los Angeles report highest gains in occupancy for June and July
Analytics
Analytics
Rodeo gives market an annual boost, but there's more going on in the city
Analytics
Video
Ownership
Miami-based owner recently bought The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park
Ownership
Brands
Sébastien Bazin shares why he recently visited Accor's hotels United Arab Emirates
Brands
Podcast
Analytics
'Tell Me More' podcast hosts share new insights into group business demand
Analytics
Ownership
Relationships with lenders, conviction in dealmaking key for transactions
Ownership
Video
Ownership
Now's a good time to be a buyer, Arriba Capital's Ryan Bosch says
Ownership
Brands
Here’s a Live Overview of What’s Happening in the Market Today
Brands
International News
Hong Kong
Buyer to spend circa $60 million repositioning the Regal Oriental
Hong Kong
Saudi Arabia
New platform AYARA to focus on midscale business-focused hospitality
Saudi Arabia
Iran
Insiders project two-month conflict and nine-month tail
Iran
Vietnam
Through ownership and investment, SC Capital's portfolio grows to 38,000 APAC hotel rooms
Vietnam
India
Leela’s parent company, Schloss Bangalore, went public in 2025
India
Spain
Madrid real estate investment trust values the deal at €300 million
Spain
Italy
How the 2026 Winter Games in Italy compare to past Olympics in South Korea, Vancouver
Italy
India
The majority of the hotels will fly Radisson Red flag
India
Podcast
Australia
Exec says 'human element' can influence profits
Australia
Earnings
Sweden
Stockholm firm's acquisition of Ireland's Dalata in November added 25% to its room count
Sweden
Zimbabwe
Harare-based firm on selling spree but retains seven hotels
Zimbabwe
Croatia
Deal increases Medora’s market capitalization to approximately $40 million
Croatia
Greece
White-label management firms likely to evolve due to legacy 'dying'
Greece
Podcast
Thailand
Tourism officials bank on wellness to overcome headwinds
Thailand
Legislation makes the Big Apple difficult to develop or operate in, and yet it could be the hottest hotel investment market in the country.
Accor signs memorandum of understanding to sell its stake in Essendi
As expected, Blackstone is set to acquire a stake in the company.
Marriott to add luxury wellness offerings with Lefay joint venture
The Lefay portfolio includes two resorts in Italy with another three on the way.
Concord Hospitality renews commitment to extended-stay segment
Helene Okabe, senior vice president of business development at Concord, spoke about how cost pressures have affected the company's business.
How consumer, economic shifts are changing hotel brands' approach in Europe
Experience, service and personalization are among the keys for success in winning travelers' loyalty.
Iran war takes Middle East hotel performance down to lowest levels since pandemic
Domestic-driven destinations within Saudi Arabia are faring better than the United Arab Emirates, which relies increasingly on international hotel demand.
Featured
5 things to know
5 things to know
Finance
Deal is real estate investment firm CLI Dartriver’s first hotel acquisition
Finance
Sale
Braemar, a REIT undergoing liquidation, hires JLL to market property
Sale
Video
Ownership
Newport Hospitality exec on why the World Cup won't save its year
Ownership
Brands
Hoteliers share strategies for how they're managing and avoiding additional costs
Brands
Video
People
It's prudent to develop hotels now in preparation for better fundamentals down the line
People
5 things to know
5 things to know
Office
Loan to be secured by Fashion Centre, Metro Tower, Ritz-Carlton in Northern Virginia
Office
Leisure
Properties at the upper end of the market continue to make their mark in the capital
Leisure
Brands
CEO says Europe benefits from international inbound travel amid GDP drops
Brands
Analytics
Miami, San Francisco and Los Angeles report highest gains in occupancy for June and July
Analytics
Analytics
Rodeo gives market an annual boost, but there's more going on in the city
Analytics
Video
Ownership
Miami-based owner recently bought The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park
Ownership
Brands
Sébastien Bazin shares why he recently visited Accor's hotels United Arab Emirates
Brands
Podcast
Analytics
'Tell Me More' podcast hosts share new insights into group business demand
Analytics
Ownership
Relationships with lenders, conviction in dealmaking key for transactions
Ownership
Video
Ownership
Now's a good time to be a buyer, Arriba Capital's Ryan Bosch says
Ownership
Brands
Here’s a Live Overview of What’s Happening in the Market Today
Brands
International News
Hong Kong
Buyer to spend circa $60 million repositioning the Regal Oriental
Hong Kong
Saudi Arabia
New platform AYARA to focus on midscale business-focused hospitality
Saudi Arabia
Iran
Insiders project two-month conflict and nine-month tail
Iran
Vietnam
Through ownership and investment, SC Capital's portfolio grows to 38,000 APAC hotel rooms
Vietnam
India
Leela’s parent company, Schloss Bangalore, went public in 2025
India
Spain
Madrid real estate investment trust values the deal at €300 million
Spain
Italy
How the 2026 Winter Games in Italy compare to past Olympics in South Korea, Vancouver
Italy
India
The majority of the hotels will fly Radisson Red flag
India
Podcast
Australia
Exec says 'human element' can influence profits
Australia
Earnings
Sweden
Stockholm firm's acquisition of Ireland's Dalata in November added 25% to its room count
Sweden
Zimbabwe
Harare-based firm on selling spree but retains seven hotels
Zimbabwe
Croatia
Deal increases Medora’s market capitalization to approximately $40 million
Croatia
Greece
White-label management firms likely to evolve due to legacy 'dying'
Greece
Podcast
Thailand
Tourism officials bank on wellness to overcome headwinds
Thailand
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