HVS Asia Pacific Hospitality Newsletter - Week Ending 6 March 2026
Four major hotel transactions across Australia, Japan and Malaysia totaled over AUD480 million, with Sydney's Darling Harbour deal marking one of the largest single trades.
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Minor Hotels Continues Africa Expansion with New NH Collection Hotels in Tanzania and Ghana
Minor Hotels signed two NH Collection properties opening in 2030: a 200-key Accra hotel and 145-key Pemba Island resort, marking first West Africa entry.
Superstar Hotel Asset Managers: Are You Working With One?
The author reflects on working with asset managers over three decades, emphasizing how rising operational costs make NOI more critical than revenue growth.
By Vikram Singh, Global Hotel Commercial Leader, Vikram Singh
Limehome expands European partner network through repeat collaborations and strategic signings
Recent partnerships include hotel conversions in Brussels (114 units) and Milan (30 units), with repeat deals accounting for nearly 50% of pipeline.
Raines Tapped to Manage Courtyard by Marriott Columbus
Krish Hotel LLC purchased the 110-room property in December 2025 and selected Raines based on existing client referrals.
Remington Hospitality Adds Costa Sur Resort, Classico Collection by Sonesta to Managed Portfolio
The 189-room oceanfront property will convert to an all-inclusive model this summer to diversify revenue streams and improve profitability.
Marriott International Signs Agreement to Debut St. Regis Hotels & Resorts in New Zealand
The 145-room luxury property marks Marriott's first hotel in Queenstown and St. Regis' debut in New Zealand, opening late 2027.
Essex Hotel Management Partners with Larkin Hospitality to Add Six Properties to Management Portfolio
The deal adds 581 keys across six properties in New England, expanding Essex from 11 to 17 hotels and marking its first AC Hotel management.
Hotel Equities Assumes Management of Sun Mountain Lodge in Winthrop, Washington
Hotel Equities takes over management of the 2,000-acre Pacific Northwest resort from GEM Real Estate Partners following recent renovations.
Chatham Lodging Trust Acquires Six Hotel Portfolio for $92 Million
The REIT acquired six Hilton-branded hotels across Missouri, Illinois, and Kentucky at a 10% cap rate while raising its dividend 11%.
US$12.5 trillion in Travel & Tourism Investment Drive to Shape G20 Competitiveness through 2035
WTTC report shows investment will outpace demand growth 4.6% vs 3.3% annually through 2035, with Germany and Spain leading strategic infrastructure spending.
GBTA to Convene Business Travel Forums in Cities Across Australia and New Zealand
GBTA will host forums in Brisbane, Perth, Melbourne, and Auckland between March and April to address industry challenges amid Australia's AUD 42.7 billion business travel market.
UN Tourism and TUI Care Foundation join hands to support Rural Artists and Artisans across Africa
Five African NGOs received grants to support 340+ rural artisans and tourism entrepreneurs, with 60% of beneficiaries being women.
UN Tourism and TUI
Noble Acquires Renaissance Reno Downtown Hotel & Spa
Noble cites Reno's 15 million annual visitors and technology sector growth as key drivers for the riverfront Renaissance property acquisition.
LyvInn to build on Frankfurt success
The brand achieved a 135 RGI in Frankfurt, outperforming competitors by 35%, and targets 14 hotels by 2029 across key European cities.
Global Hotel Alliance Marks Strategic Expansion into Japan with the Signing of Tokyu Hotels & Resorts
GHA adds 40+ Japanese hotels to its network through partnership with Tokyu Hotels & Resorts, gaining access to prime locations across Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto and Okinawa.
Peregrine Hospitality Expands Northern California Portfolio with Acquisition of The Lodge at Tiburon and Toll House Hotel
Peregrine Hospitality adds two premium Northern California properties to reach 59 hotels nationwide, targeting high-demand leisure markets near San Francisco Bay.
Limehome strengthens Belgian presence with flagship signing in Brussels’ European Quarter
Limehome will convert a 114-unit hotel in Brussels' European Quarter into serviced apartments, opening in early 2027.
Native by Numa Accelerates UK Growth with New Openings and Strategic Expansion
Native by Numa will add 188 aparthotel units across five properties in London and Edinburgh, following 17% direct revenue growth.
HVS Europe Hotel Transactions Bulletin - Week Ending 27 February 2026
Four major European hotel transactions total over £1.3 billion, including Evolution's £1.1 billion London acquisition and three repositioning projects.