Vertiq signs London’s Hyde & Seek
Vertiq Hospitality Partners will manage the 309-room Hyde & Seek hotel in London, opening this Autumn under Marriott's Tribute Portfolio after a £42m renovation by owner MUI Group.
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HVS Europe Hotel Transactions Bulletin - Week Ending 15 May 2026
HVS weekly bulletin covering six European hotel transactions including acquisitions in Spain, UK, France, and Italy, with deal values ranging from €8M to €42M.
How Axel Hotels Built the World’s Leading LGBTQ+ Hospitality Brand and Why Hotel Owners Are Seeing Double-Digit Revenue Growth.
Axel Hotels grew from €2.4M to €46M revenue across 13 properties by targeting LGBTQ+ travelers through franchising, with partners seeing 40% revenue uplifts.
Minor Hotels Announces Rebrand of Anantara Vacation Club to Minor Vacation Club
Minor Hotels is rebranding Anantara Vacation Club to Minor Vacation Club to reflect expanded access across its full portfolio, with two new Club Resorts launching in Japan later this year.
Middle East Hotel Construction Pipeline Shows Positive Growth in Q1 2026; Reaches a Record High 717 Projects
The Middle East hotel construction pipeline hit a record 717 projects and 177,110 rooms in Q1 2026, up 13% YOY, with Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and UAE leading by project count.
HVS Asia Pacific Hospitality Newsletter - Week Ending 15 May 2026
HVS Asia Pacific's weekly roundup covers four transactions: Pro-invest acquires Sydney's Coogee Sands for AUD100M, Shama Hollywood Hong Kong sells for HKD203.8M, Cairns Harbourside Hotel sold for AUD30M, and Shun Ho Property executes a HKD48.1M share buy-back.
IHG Hotels & Resorts Signs Landmark Five-Hotel Deal with Adani Airport Holdings
The portfolio spans 1,500 keys across Jaipur, Navi Mumbai, Mangaluru, and Thiruvananthapuram, marking Kimpton's India debut.
Gravity Haus Continues Expansion: Acquiring Three Former LOGE Hotels Across Washington and Montana
Gravity Haus acquired management agreements for three former LOGE properties in Washington and Montana, expanding to 13 total locations.
The Pinnacle Kigali Joins Small Luxury Hotels of the World™
The nine-room property, opening in 2026, marks SLH's first Rwanda location with rates starting at $3,090 per night.
Not Done Weekly - To buy or not to buy? CEO of Hunter Advisors weighs in.
Hunter Advisors CEO discusses why current 20% hotel value decline since 2022 creates prime buying opportunities amid debt maturity pressures.
By Sloan Dean and Teague Hunter
Hotel Brand vs. Hotel Franchise: A Distinction That Could Save You Millions
The author argues that owners focus too much on brand selection while overlooking franchise agreement economics that determine profitability over 10-20 years.
By Stephen Rushmore, Hotel Valuation Expert and Founder of HVS, Hotel Valuation Software
AvantStay Expands South Florida Presence with Nexo Residences
The 254-unit Nexo Residences will open in Q3 2026 featuring integrated coworking spaces and resort-style amenities designed for hybrid professionals.
Europe's Hotel Construction Pipeline Grows, and the Early Planning Stage Hits a Record High Project Total at Q1 2026 Close
Europe's hotel pipeline reached 1,731 projects with early planning stage hitting record highs, led by the UK with 268 projects.
The Manta Resort Unveils New Underwater Room on Pemba Island, Marking Next Chapter in Ocean Tourism
The third-generation room, built by Genberg Underwater Hotels, channels all proceeds to coral reef restoration and community programs in Tanzania's marine conservation area.
Choice Hotels International Concludes 70th Annual Convention, "Making More Possible" for Franchise Owners and Guests
Choice unveiled AI-driven technology solutions at its 70th convention while celebrating franchise owners across 26+ hotel brands.
Domes Resorts Announces Expansive Growth and Developments for 2026
The Greek hospitality group adds Casa Collective acquisition, 4 new properties across Portugal and Spain, plus portfolio-wide F&B enhancements.
Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation Celebrates Reopening of Two Trees Inn and New Operating Partnership with Waterford Hotel Group
The pet-friendly inn near Foxwoods closed during COVID and reopened with renovated rooms, new management by Waterford Hotel Group, and enhanced amenities.
Masterise Group launches One Central Saigon
The luxury mixed-use project features Vietnam's first Ritz-Carlton hotel and residences opposite Ben Thanh Market in Ho Chi Minh City's historic core.
Posadas Strengthens Its Presence in the Premium Luxury Segment with the Opening of Five New Hotels and Beach and City Resorts Nationwide
Posadas will add 7% more rooms through five luxury properties including Izla by Fiesta Americana Isla Mujeres and Live Aqua Centro Histórico Mexico City.
Marriott International Expands Luxury Portfolio in Peru Through Landmark Conversions
Two existing Lima hotels will rebrand as The Ritz-Carlton and JW Marriott in 2028, marking significant luxury expansion in Peru's capital.