Markets & Performance

Koh Samui’s THB30.3 Billion Property Market Shifts Gear with Surge in Condos and Villa Rentals

Koh Samui’s residential property market is undergoing a significant transformation, marked by rapid expansion, a diversification of offerings, and intensifying competition in the rental sector. According to the newly released 2025 Samui Property Market Update by C9 Hotelworks, the island's property market—valued at THB30.3 billion—is transitioning from its traditional villa-centric model toward higher-density developments, especially condominiums, while adapting to evolving investment trends and rising international interest.

In Focus: Indonesia

Indonesia, officially known as the Republic of Indonesia, is the world’s largest archipelagic nation, spanning over 1.9 million square kilometres across more than 17,000 islands. Strategically located between the Indian and Pacific Oceans, it stretches over 5,000 kilometres and shares land borders with Papua New Guinea, East Timor, and Malaysia. With a 2024 estimated population of 284.4 million, Indonesia is the fourth most populous country globally.

Slow, But Steady Growth in Traditional Hotel Sector

In Hong Kong, the recent landscape of hospitality investment has pivoted toward conversion projects, with a strong emphasis on co-living spaces and student accommodations, driven by their high yield potential and rising demand in urban centres. However, this focus has somewhat eclipsed the steady, albeit slower, growth within the traditional hotel sector. While co-living and student housing offer innovative opportunities, the hotel industry remains a cornerstone of hospitality, demonstrating resilience and consistent recovery after the pandemic.

Melbourne a ‘Sporting Chance’ of Delivering Accor’s Best Annual Performance since 2019

Melbourne’s reputation as the sporting capital of Australia is set to drive the strongest annual performance for Accor since 2019. Accor is Australia’s largest hotel operator, with 51 hotels in Greater Melbourne and 13 hotels across regional Victoria. The city began 2025 by hosting the most successful Australian Open on record (1.2 million fans through the gates) and a record-breaking Formula 1 Rolex Australian Grand Prix (465,498 attendees across four days).