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1. Albilad Capital acquires Mövenpick Hotel & Residences Riyadh for $266.7 million
Albilad Capital acquired the Mövenpick Hotel and Residences Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for approximately 1 billion Saudi riyals ($266.7 million) through its Albilad Hospitality Fund, Argaam reports. The 359-room property opened in December 2021.
“This acquisition is a defining milestone for Albilad Capital and a testament to our dedication to Saudi Arabia's rapidly expanding tourism sector," said Zaid Almufarih, CEO of Albilad Capital. “It's a strategic step forward for Albilad Hospitality Fund I and reflects our commitment to building a premier portfolio of hospitality assets. We are excited to enhance the guest experience at this remarkable property and support Riyadh's growth as a world-class destination."
2. Nautic Partners acquires Davidson Hospitality Group
Providence, Rhode Island-based private equity firm Nautic Partners acquired Davidson Hospitality Group, which is comprised of 86 existing hotels and resorts and more than 200 restaurants, bars and lounges. Davidson was previously under an affiliate of KSL Capital Partners.
"We are thrilled to embark on this new chapter with Nautic Partners," said Thom Geshay, CEO and president of Davidson Hospitality Group. "Nautic's commitment to supporting the long-term growth and success of its portfolio companies aligns perfectly with our strategic vision. We are confident that their partnership will enable us to continue delivering exceptional hospitality experiences while exploring new opportunities for expansion and growth."
3. Marriott reports third-quarter earnings
Marriott International saw comparable systemwide revenue per available room grow 3% year over year across its global portfolio in the third quarter. The company's net income and adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization in the quarter were both down year over year.
“Marriott had another solid quarter, highlighted by strong net rooms and fee growth, robust development activity and a 3% increase in global RevPAR," Marriott President and CEO Anthony Capuano said in the release. "Third-quarter international RevPAR rose 5.4 percent, led by meaningful gains in APEC and EMEA with resilient domestic and cross-border demand, as well as solid [average daily rate] growth."
4. Hilton Hawaiian Village reaches tentative agreement to end strikes
The strike at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort that has lasted more than a month could be nearing its end.
Hawaii News Now reports that representatives from Hilton and Unite Here Local 5 — the union representing the 1,800 striking workers — announced a tentative agreement has been reached to end the strike on Saturday.
”We are pleased to have reached a tentative labor agreement with Unite Here Local 5, which represents some of our team members at Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort. We believe this agreement is beneficial to our valued team members and to our hotel. We look forward to welcoming our team members back to work and continuing to provide our guests with our signature hospitality," Adam Wit, vice president and senior counsel for labor relations at Hilton, said in a news release.
5. PM Hotel Group and Sightline Hospitality merge
Hospitality management companies PM Hotel Group and Sightline Hospitality announced a strategic merger on Monday that will combine the two companies under the PM Hotel Group name.
The combination will add 22 hotels to PM Hotel Group's portfolio, primarily on the West Coast and in the mountain regions. It also will add the company's first property in Hawaii.
“Our companies share a vision for redefining guest experiences and a dedication to operational excellence," PM Hotel Group President Joseph Bojanowski said in a news release. "This partnership allows us to leverage our combined expertise, expanding our footprint from coast to coast with a diverse portfolio of distinctive properties. By uniting our people and strengths, we are well-positioned to meet the evolving demands of today's discerning travelers, while setting new benchmarks for innovation in our industry.”