HVS Europe Hotel Transactions Bulletin - Week Ending 06 February 2026
Weekly roundup covers seven major European hotel transactions totaling over €100 million, including Deka's €92M Andaz Vienna acquisition.
Press Releases
Kerten Hospitality Enters 2026 With Strong Momentum, Accelerating Expansion And Bolstering Leadership
Kerten signed 1,000 new keys in January 2026 after reporting 55% revenue growth and 69% GOP increase in 2025, with six openings planned for early 2026.
China’s Hotel Construction Pipeline Sees Record-High Brand Conversion Activity, Upscale and Upper Midscale Chain Scales Drive Growth at Q4 Close
China's Q4 2025 pipeline totals 3,608 projects with brand conversions hitting record highs, while upscale and upper midscale segments drive 64% of development activity.
Ascott signs record 19,000 units across 102 properties in 2025
The Asia-Pacific operator expanded into 10+ new cities including Wellington and Taipei, with 30% of signings from existing partners and strong franchise momentum in East Asia.
HVS Asia Pacific Hospitality Newsletter - Week Ending 6 February 2026
Three major hotel transactions across Singapore, South Korea, and Japan total over USD200 million, with notable per-key valuations ranging from JPY75M to SGD402K.
Columbia Hospitality Tapped to Manage Seattle’s Hotel 1000
Columbia Hospitality takes over management of the 120-room luxury property starting February 1, with Hotel 1000 joining Unbound Collection by Hyatt.
Hotel Investment Momentum Builds as U.S. Market Posts $24 Billion in 2025 Transaction Volume
JLL reports luxury hotels drove performance with 3% RevPAR growth while midscale properties declined, with World Cup host cities expected to see mid-double digit RevPAR gains in 2026.
Choice Hotels International Introduces Redesigned Everhome Suites Prototype, Advancing Smarter Extended Stay Development
The new prototype reduces development costs per room by 13% while increasing capacity to 120 suites, with 40 properties in the pipeline.
IHCL Signs Framework Agreement for 7 New Ginger Hotels, Adding 1,000 Keys
The partnership with Rajdarbar Group targets high-growth north Indian markets including Jaipur, Agra, and pilgrimage destinations.
Marriott International Signs Multi-Property Agreement with Masterise Group, Accelerating Expansion in Vietnam
Marriott International, Inc. announces a landmark signed agreement with Masterise Group to open four hotels, with one branded residence, in Vietnam, adding close to 1,900 keys to the group's nationwide portfolio and introducing Marriott’s industry-leading luxury, premium, and select hotel brands to cities across Vietnam’s key urban, economic and leisure destinations.
Choice Hotels EMEA Announces Long-Term Africa Growth Plan with 100-Hotel Commitment by 2035
The expansion launches with three Kenyan properties under Clarion and Ascend brands, part of Choice's broader EMEA growth delivering 17% unit growth in 2025.
Redefining Iconic: Introducing Iconic Hotels & Resorts
L+R rebrands its hotel platform as Iconic Hotels & Resorts, appointing Shan Kanagasingham as COO to oversee a portfolio spanning 5 countries with £200m in planned renovations.
Pipeline Growth Continues Across Latin America with a 13% Project Increase at the 2025 Year-end Close
The Q4 2025 data shows Mexico, Brazil, and Dominican Republic driving regional growth, with midscale segment posting 25% room growth year-over-year.
Gravity Haus Expands Goes Global: Adventure Lifestyle Brand Storms into Canada with First International Property in Revelstoke, British Columbia
The outdoor hospitality brand will manage and rebrand The VRGE hotel starting February 2026, marking its 10th property and first international location.
Dreamscape Hospitality Assumes Management of The Georgian Hotel, Santa Monica
The iconic 1933 Art Deco beachfront property will transition to a Hyatt soft brand while maintaining its independent character.
Delano Miami Beach Partners with Paris Society to Bring Acclaimed Culinary Concepts to U.S.
Paris Society brings two acclaimed restaurant concepts to the U.S. for the first time as part of Delano Miami Beach's March 2026 reopening.
Hilton Continues Rapid Growth in Türkiye with New Signings across Four Brands
Five new properties span Hilton's flagship, DoubleTree, Tapestry Collection, and Garden Inn brands, opening between 2026-2028 across Istanbul, Antalya, and Kocaeli.
IHG’s Vignette Collection Reaches 10 Open Hotels in Greater China
IHG's luxury lifestyle brand now operates across major Chinese cities, focusing on converting existing properties while preserving their character.
Everhome Suites Expands Footprint with Openings in Texas and Kentucky and New Jersey, Crossing the 25th Property Milestone
Choice Hotels' Everhome Suites reaches 27 properties nationwide with three new openings, becoming one of the first recently launched midscale extended stay brands to pass 25 properties.
IHG Strengthens UK Presence with Four Hotel Agreements across Garner and voco Brands
IHG adds over 380 rooms through partnership expansion with Fairview Hotels, including one voco London property and three Garner locations opening through 2026.