HOTEL NEWS
CoStar World News for Feb. 19European glamping draws hotel investors; UK office leasing reaches ‘new normal’ levels; French residential developers bank on sales rebound.
Scandic posts full-year 2025 improvements, but Finland remains a weak spotScandic Hotels is integrating the Dalata hotels into its portfolio, which is happening on schedule according to company leadership.
Boutique hotel revives historic firehouse with adaptive reuse, inclusive hiringThe Lantern Hotel opened in Columbia, South Carolina, as the city sees continued development in downtown.
Expedia focuses on growth avenues followed by year-end outperformanceIn Expedia Group's latest earnings call, CEO Ariane Gorin delved into the company's next chapter with a focus on marketing and AI.
Hyatt CEO says hotel brand company carries significant momentum into 2026Hyatt Hotels Corp. achieved 7.3% net room growth in 2025.
Despite near-term pressures, hotel fundamentals remain durable, executives sayMembers of the Industry Real Estate Financing Advisory Council at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit advised hoteliers to look at the bigger picture for the asset class.
European, Middle Eastern glamping gets breath of fresh air with new sophistication, metrics and capitalGlamping and other forms of upscale camping continue to generate interest from hotel guests and investors across Europe and the Middle East.
CoStar World News for Feb. 12Greek hotels gain investment momentum; TikTok mulls UK options for large warehouse; Lender takes control of Paris office tower.
Leisure, luxury demand boost Marriott's performanceInternational travel demand continues to drive the hotel giant's revenue-per-available-room growth.
Hilton exec: Expect more above‑average unit growthHilton Chief Development Officer Christian Charnaux says 1 in 5 global hotel rooms under construction are slated to carry Hilton flags.
Hotel companies expected to 'take it one day at a time' in 2026 outlooks, analysts sayPositive calendar shifts, the World Cup and the U.S.'s 250th anniversary present tailwinds for 2026, but publicly traded hotel companies will likely be conservative in their outlooks after a volatile 2025.
Aimbridge execs outline evolving commercial strategySpeaking during a session at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit, CEO Craig Smith talked about how Chief Commercial Officer Allison Handy has brought a fresh perspective during this moment when the company is trying to get a handle on how AI will affect it.
Marriott's Leeny Oberg looks back at career, lessons learnedThe retiring chief financial officer talks about the benefits of having a growth mindset and focusing on developing talent as well as the closing the Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide deal in 2016.
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Standout international markets such as France and Canada buoy full-year results
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Hotel operator notes 2025 didn't meet broad industry expectations
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REIT also closed on $51 million sale of St. Regis Houston
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Super Bowl, Mardi Gras and NBA All-Star Weekend fuel rates during second week of February
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Hoteliers need the US to be welcoming
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Office
Historic property was shuttered in 2020 before a two-year stint as migrant intake center
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Development
PMG joins with Ennismore for downtown tower expected to rise nearly 1,000 feet in the sky
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Ben Rafter hopes US becomes more welcoming to international travelers
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The global franchisor saw revenue per available room losses in '25 but is building its pipeline
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Abu Dhabi hotels hit top gear in final race of 2025 season
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Aparthotel offerings let guests live like they do at home
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British hotel firm launches $950 million share-buyback program
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High-end travelers want one-of-a-kind experiences, exec says
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Here’s a Live Overview of What’s Happening in the Market Today
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International News
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
Hungary
China stands out as potential feeder market
Hungary
Portugal
Hybrid-hotel to start construction soon and open in the second half of 2028
Portugal
United Kingdom
Trackside hotel planned to open in 2028 at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps
United Kingdom
Germany
Firm blames cost-of-living challenges, increased costs
Germany
Earnings
United Kingdom
Parent company Whitbread plans to sell £253 million in hotels this year
United Kingdom
Australia
Nearby Parramatta business hub expects to benefit from new airport demand
Australia
United Kingdom
Both domestic, international investors expected to target hotels in UK, Ireland
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
UK real-estate investment firm now owns 22 Premier Inns
United Kingdom
Botswana
Hotel programs benefit Okavango Delta environments, wildlife and communities
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Russia
No new branded hotels have opened in St. Petersburg since early 2025
Russia
A year after a balance sheet restructuring and new capital, the world's largest hotel third-party management company is looking to improve performance for owners.
Evolution Investment Fund acquires London Grosvenor Marriott leasehold in £1.1 billion deal
Evolution is owned by the UAE-based Shanshal family office; these are their first acquisitions in London's Mayfair neighborhood.
Hyatt identifies key markets for its select-service 'growth vehicle'
Jason Ballard, who leads Hyatt Hotels Corp.'s conversion-focused Essentials portfolio, shared the brand company's expansion strategy in an exclusive video interview.
Group demand in major markets boosts Park Hotels & Resorts' performance
The hotel real estate investment trust continues to focus on reshaping its hotel portfolio by selling off non-core properties.
Host beats performance expectations, upper-tier competition
The REIT's chief executive said the buyer pool for high-end properties, such as the two Four Seasons resorts it just sold, is deeper than many realize.
Loyalty growth, hotel signings lift Accor above 2025 projections as execs consider shrinking portfolio
France-based global hotel company Accor reported revenue per available room rose 7% in the fourth quarter and executives are focused on exiting Accor's Essendi properties while evaluating its Ennismore portfolio.
Featured
5 things to know
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Office
Historic property was shuttered in 2020 before a two-year stint as migrant intake center
Office
Opinions
Inflation rate nears 2% target, but real costs weigh more heavily
Opinions
Earnings
Brands
Standout international markets such as France and Canada buoy full-year results
Brands
Video
Operations
Hotel operator notes 2025 didn't meet broad industry expectations
Operations
Ownership
REIT also closed on $51 million sale of St. Regis Houston
Ownership
5 things to know
5 things to know
Analytics
Super Bowl, Mardi Gras and NBA All-Star Weekend fuel rates during second week of February
Analytics
Opinions
Hoteliers need the US to be welcoming
Opinions
Office
Historic property was shuttered in 2020 before a two-year stint as migrant intake center
Office
Development
PMG joins with Ennismore for downtown tower expected to rise nearly 1,000 feet in the sky
Development
Video
Operations
Ben Rafter hopes US becomes more welcoming to international travelers
Operations
Brands
The global franchisor saw revenue per available room losses in '25 but is building its pipeline
Brands
Podcast
Analytics
Abu Dhabi hotels hit top gear in final race of 2025 season
Analytics
Video
Brands
Aparthotel offerings let guests live like they do at home
Brands
Brands
British hotel firm launches $950 million share-buyback program
Brands
Video
Brands
High-end travelers want one-of-a-kind experiences, exec says
Brands
Brands
Here’s a Live Overview of What’s Happening in the Market Today
Brands
International News
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
Hungary
China stands out as potential feeder market
Hungary
Portugal
Hybrid-hotel to start construction soon and open in the second half of 2028
Portugal
United Kingdom
Trackside hotel planned to open in 2028 at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps
United Kingdom
Germany
Firm blames cost-of-living challenges, increased costs
Germany
Earnings
United Kingdom
Parent company Whitbread plans to sell £253 million in hotels this year
United Kingdom
Australia
Nearby Parramatta business hub expects to benefit from new airport demand
Australia
United Kingdom
Both domestic, international investors expected to target hotels in UK, Ireland
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
UK real-estate investment firm now owns 22 Premier Inns
United Kingdom
Botswana
Hotel programs benefit Okavango Delta environments, wildlife and communities
Botswana
Russia
No new branded hotels have opened in St. Petersburg since early 2025
Russia
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