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CoStar World News for April 16
Greek firm buys Goldman’s stake in hotels; OpenAI plans London expansion; French logistics property investment slows
European hoteliers navigate tricky geopolitical, economic landscape
War in the Middle East and soaring energy costs complicate an otherwise strong outlook for the European hotel industry.
Video
Upscale, extended-stay growth boosts Wyndham's full portfolio, chief development officer says
David Wilner describes the hospitality company's evolving strategy and what its customers are seeking.
Artificial intelligence technology is 'only going to get better,' hotel experts say
Experts say AI-driven hotel search is still more of an opportunity than a reality.
Royal Orchid signs master franchise agreement to open 125 Hampton by Hiltons in India
Hilton and Royal Orchid Hotels have signed a master-franchise agreement for Royal Orchid division Regenta Hotels & Resorts to open 125 Hampton by Hilton hotels across India to help satisfy growing Indian middle-class hotel demand.
Video
Artificial intelligence will bring 'resurgence of detail' to hotel design
EDSA's Pete Dunne says sustainability with hotel architecture comes in the minute details.
Recent renovation returns Omni Parker House to original splendor ahead of busy summer
The 170-year-old hotel will host guests visiting Boston for America 250 and the World Cup.
Global Report
CoStar World News for April 9
Developers plan Ethiopia hotel expansion; JLL picks location for London West End hub; French property investment drops
Podcast
Vietnam continues evolution as a destination for global travelers
Vietnam's improving infrastructure is leading to better conditions to grow travel demand.
Experts say the hotel experience is key for branded residences
Hotel developers must focus on more than aesthetics to win brand loyalists to residential projects, experts say.
Video
Raines Co. prioritizes storytelling, hotel business fundamentals
CEO Grey Raines is "looking for that edge" amid a tough build environment.
How this Los Angeles hotel owner preps its properties for the 2028 Olympics
AGA Essentials Group's boutique hotels are renovating and rebranding ahead of an expected rush of global visitors.
Hotel investors remain interested in Europe but seek operational improvements
Experts say Mediterranean resort markets are still viewed as safe for hotel investment.
Video
Graduate by Hilton targets Power Four schools to expand portfolio
Proximity to college campuses is the most important consideration for Graduate by Hilton when choosing a location.
Texas billionaire buys outstanding loans tied to historic West Virginia resort
The Greenbrier is now owned under the Omni Hotels & Resorts umbrella.
World Cup presents opportunity for US to showcase itself to the world, hoteliers say
If the World Cup goes swimmingly in the U.S., it could serve as a turning point for international inbound travel to the country.
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Headlines for April 21
US labor secretary steps down following scandals
Fed chairman candidate to meet with Senate committee
Canada's and Mexico's hoteliers eagerly await World Cup demand
Lodging sector holds steady in customer satisfaction survey
Spanish airlines increase seat capacity despite fuel concerns
Opinions
When good hotels lose their edge
Recognizing performance decline before it's too late
Opinions
Development
Investors aim to turn downtown Oakland hotel into apartments
Developers look to capitalize on discounts as California Bay Area hospitality struggles
Development
Video
Video
Brands
Accor augments its luxury hotel brands after decade of acquisitions
Finding the right projects remains the challenge, says firm's Xavier Grange
Brands
Ownership
Executives tout value of operating offices like hotels
Efficiency and service key across sectors
Ownership
5 things to know
5 things to know
Headlines for April 20
Nearly 2,000 hospitality workers in Norway go on strike
Oman hotel industry hits revenue record for 2025
Berlin's Primestar enters luxury space with June Lux
Trump administration to begin tariff refunds
MGM Grand Las Vegas to close buffet
Opinions
Fish n’ chips sees prices scaling high
A British food staple is no longer a cheap meal
Opinions
Development
Vancouver council greenlights city’s first floating hotel
Proposed ‘floatel’ in Coal Harbour could help ease hotel shortage
Development
Video
Video
Ownership
Union Investment exec sees European hotel deals environment opening
Southern Europe continues to be favored destination for acquisitions
Ownership
Analytics
Rift between weekday, weekend performance leads to modest week for US hotels
Transient demand surged following Easter with more students on spring break
Analytics
Opinions
Sometimes you just need to keep it simple
Bells and whistles shouldn't dominate the hotel experience
Opinions
Development
Chicago hotel eyed for residential conversion
Extended-stay Sonesta property was sold last year
Development
Video
Video
Operations
Global headwinds haven't dimmed Valor Hospitality Partners' hotel expansion goals
Africa, Asia top the list for management company's portfolio growth
Operations
Video
Video
Brands
What drove Yotel to seek scale in partnership with Hilton
CEO says owners poised to see more direct bookings, teases new brand
Brands
Ownership
With plans to scale platform, MCR Property Group acquires four London hotels for £150 million
Deal marks Manchester-based company's first journey into hotel operations
Ownership
Multifamily
Your demo memo: Miami hotel implodes to make way for two-tower replacement
Mandarin Oriental on Brickell Key disappears in cloud of dust and rubble
Multifamily
Operations
Investors bullish on New York City hotels despite development, operating challenges
Big Apple among the hardest markets to build in but the best to buy, experts say
Operations
Brands
Hospitality Industry Stock Tracker
Here’s a Live Overview of What’s Happening in the Market Today
Brands
International News
Italy
Covivio, Invest acquire four hotels in Milan for €217 million
Invest will continue to manage the 21-year-long leases
Italy
Brazil
The all-inclusive hotel segment strengthens its grip in Latin America
More luxury resorts are being built in Mexico and the Caribbean
Brazil
Finland
Hotel owners, operators size up investment shifts in Nordics
Luxury segment will work if international brands show the way
Finland
Mexico
Tracking Mexico’s hotel performance recovery following cartel-related declines
Data shows initial shocks caused lasting damage
Mexico
United Kingdom
With plans to scale platform, MCR Property Group acquires four London hotels for £150 million
Deal marks Manchester-based company's first journey into hotel operations
United Kingdom
India
Royal Orchid signs master franchise agreement to open 125 Hampton by Hiltons in India
Indian hotel firm has two parent hotel brands, Royal Orchid and Regenta
India
Greece
Domes Resorts acquires Goldman Sachs’ majority stake in 11-hotel Casa Collective
New owner to immediately add four hotels
Greece
Podcast
Podcast
Vietnam
Vietnam continues evolution as a destination for global travelers
Experts point to improving infrastructure
Vietnam
Australia
The pace of hotel performance gains across Australia's capital and regional markets
Hotel demand is growing outside of Australia's major cities
Australia
Ethiopia
First Group and MIDROC sign 10-hotel Ethiopia development plan
Dubai-based management firm makes its debut in Africa
Ethiopia
France
Accor signs memorandum of understanding to sell its stake in Essendi
Blackstone is set to acquire a stake in the company
France
Iran
Iran war takes Middle East hotel performance down to lowest levels since pandemic
Saudi Arabia is faring better than United Arab Emirates
Iran
Vietnam
SC Capital owner acquires Vietnam’s 18-hotel Fusion Group
Through ownership and investment, SC Capital's portfolio grows to 38,000 APAC hotel rooms
Vietnam
Delayed hotel bookings, tough draws define World Cup lead-up in Mexico and Canada
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Trevor Simpson
Domestic travel within the two countries will help to offset some of the headwinds during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Video
Covivio Hotels executives see path to growth with repositioning, superior operations
Covivio CEO Tugdual Millet says the company has a growing expertise in office-to-hotel conversions.
Covivio CEO Tugdual Millet says the company has a growing expertise in office-to-hotel conversions.
Primestar moves into top-end hotel segment with June Lux
The Berlin-based hotel owner-operator has four properties under its in-house June brands and 17 franchise properties.
The Berlin-based hotel owner-operator has four properties under its in-house June brands and 17 franchise properties.
Hyatt CEO: Loyalty shouldn't leave hotel guests feeling 'objectified'
Hyatt Hotels Corp. President and CEO Mark Hoplamazian says the company's World of Hyatt loyalty program seeks to create "emotional relationships."
Hyatt Hotels Corp. President and CEO Mark Hoplamazian says the company's World of Hyatt loyalty program seeks to create "emotional relationships."
Quartet takes over the Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel
Morgan Stanley is already realizing the value of this institution, which it acquired in 2024.
Morgan Stanley is already realizing the value of this institution, which it acquired in 2024.
Vertiq merges investment platform with operator Cycas to align business
The merged company, Vertiq Hospitality Partners, will have a definite focus on transactions.
The merged company, Vertiq Hospitality Partners, will have a definite focus on transactions.
Featured
5 things to know
5 things to know
Headlines for April 21
US labor secretary steps down following scandals
Fed chairman candidate to meet with Senate committee
Canada's and Mexico's hoteliers eagerly await World Cup demand
Lodging sector holds steady in customer satisfaction survey
Spanish airlines increase seat capacity despite fuel concerns
Opinions
When good hotels lose their edge
Recognizing performance decline before it's too late
Opinions
Development
Investors aim to turn downtown Oakland hotel into apartments
Developers look to capitalize on discounts as California Bay Area hospitality struggles
Development
Video
Video
Brands
Accor augments its luxury hotel brands after decade of acquisitions
Finding the right projects remains the challenge, says firm's Xavier Grange
Brands
Ownership
Executives tout value of operating offices like hotels
Efficiency and service key across sectors
Ownership
5 things to know
5 things to know
Headlines for April 20
Nearly 2,000 hospitality workers in Norway go on strike
Oman hotel industry hits revenue record for 2025
Berlin's Primestar enters luxury space with June Lux
Trump administration to begin tariff refunds
MGM Grand Las Vegas to close buffet
Opinions
Fish n’ chips sees prices scaling high
A British food staple is no longer a cheap meal
Opinions
Development
Vancouver council greenlights city’s first floating hotel
Proposed ‘floatel’ in Coal Harbour could help ease hotel shortage
Development
Video
Video
Ownership
Union Investment exec sees European hotel deals environment opening
Southern Europe continues to be favored destination for acquisitions
Ownership
Analytics
Rift between weekday, weekend performance leads to modest week for US hotels
Transient demand surged following Easter with more students on spring break
Analytics
Opinions
Sometimes you just need to keep it simple
Bells and whistles shouldn't dominate the hotel experience
Opinions
Development
Chicago hotel eyed for residential conversion
Extended-stay Sonesta property was sold last year
Development
Video
Video
Operations
Global headwinds haven't dimmed Valor Hospitality Partners' hotel expansion goals
Africa, Asia top the list for management company's portfolio growth
Operations
Video
Video
Brands
What drove Yotel to seek scale in partnership with Hilton
CEO says owners poised to see more direct bookings, teases new brand
Brands
Ownership
With plans to scale platform, MCR Property Group acquires four London hotels for £150 million
Deal marks Manchester-based company's first journey into hotel operations
Ownership
Multifamily
Your demo memo: Miami hotel implodes to make way for two-tower replacement
Mandarin Oriental on Brickell Key disappears in cloud of dust and rubble
Multifamily
Operations
Investors bullish on New York City hotels despite development, operating challenges
Big Apple among the hardest markets to build in but the best to buy, experts say
Operations
Brands
Hospitality Industry Stock Tracker
Here’s a Live Overview of What’s Happening in the Market Today
Brands
International News
Italy
Covivio, Invest acquire four hotels in Milan for €217 million
Invest will continue to manage the 21-year-long leases
Italy
Brazil
The all-inclusive hotel segment strengthens its grip in Latin America
More luxury resorts are being built in Mexico and the Caribbean
Brazil
Finland
Hotel owners, operators size up investment shifts in Nordics
Luxury segment will work if international brands show the way
Finland
Mexico
Tracking Mexico’s hotel performance recovery following cartel-related declines
Data shows initial shocks caused lasting damage
Mexico
United Kingdom
With plans to scale platform, MCR Property Group acquires four London hotels for £150 million
Deal marks Manchester-based company's first journey into hotel operations
United Kingdom
India
Royal Orchid signs master franchise agreement to open 125 Hampton by Hiltons in India
Indian hotel firm has two parent hotel brands, Royal Orchid and Regenta
India
Greece
Domes Resorts acquires Goldman Sachs’ majority stake in 11-hotel Casa Collective
New owner to immediately add four hotels
Greece
Podcast
Podcast
Vietnam
Vietnam continues evolution as a destination for global travelers
Experts point to improving infrastructure
Vietnam
Australia
The pace of hotel performance gains across Australia's capital and regional markets
Hotel demand is growing outside of Australia's major cities
Australia
Ethiopia
First Group and MIDROC sign 10-hotel Ethiopia development plan
Dubai-based management firm makes its debut in Africa
Ethiopia
France
Accor signs memorandum of understanding to sell its stake in Essendi
Blackstone is set to acquire a stake in the company
France
Iran
Iran war takes Middle East hotel performance down to lowest levels since pandemic
Saudi Arabia is faring better than United Arab Emirates
Iran
Vietnam
SC Capital owner acquires Vietnam’s 18-hotel Fusion Group
Through ownership and investment, SC Capital's portfolio grows to 38,000 APAC hotel rooms
Vietnam
Categories
Analytics
Delayed hotel bookings, tough draws define World Cup lead-up in Mexico and Canada
Rift between weekday, weekend performance leads to modest week for US hotels
Multiple factors limited Easter week performance in European hotels
Brands
Primestar moves into top-end hotel segment with June Lux
Hyatt CEO: Loyalty shouldn't leave hotel guests feeling 'objectified'
Accor augments its luxury hotel brands after decade of acquisitions
Design & Construction
Artificial intelligence will bring 'resurgence of detail' to hotel design
UK hotels not exempt from new Grenfell Tower building safety law
Hotel guests can expect 'wild wellness,' personalized health trends in 2026
Independents
Boutique hotel revives historic firehouse with adaptive reuse, inclusive hiring
Recently renovated hotel pays homage to historic town of Alexandria, Virginia
Sister hotels in New Orleans offer guests different luxury stay options in historic district
Operations
Covivio Hotels executives see path to growth with repositioning, superior operations
Vertiq merges investment platform with operator Cycas to align business
Global headwinds haven't dimmed Valor Hospitality Partners' hotel expansion goals
Opinions
When good hotels lose their edge
Fish n’ chips sees prices scaling high
Sometimes you just need to keep it simple
Ownership
Executives tout value of operating offices like hotels
Union Investment exec sees European hotel deals environment opening
Covivio, Invest acquire four hotels in Milan for €217 million
People
US hotel hires, promotions: Charlestowne Hotels appoints senior vice president of operations
Graduate by Hilton targets Power Four schools to expand portfolio
Hospitality might not be a lifelong career for young people entering the workforce
Revenue Management
World Cup presents opportunity for US to showcase itself to the world, hoteliers say
Hoteliers' optimism weakens as US World Cup demand softer than expected
Timing of holidays a gift for hoteliers this year
Sales & Marketing
NYC Hotel Week supports city's winter demand during softer period
Set-jetting takes center stage at these screen-inspired destinations for 2026
Leadership, artificial intelligence are key for growing commercial talent in hotel industry, experts say
Special Reports
2026 International Hospitality Investment Forum EMEA
2026 Hunter Conference
2026 Americas Lodging Investment Summit
Technology
Artificial intelligence technology is 'only going to get better,' hotel experts say
How consumer, economic shifts are changing hotel brands' approach in Europe
Hotel CEO warns of leadership gap as AI reshapes industry