Valor Hospitality doubles UK portfolio in five years as 2026 brings new hotels
Valor acquired four hotels from Tower Hotel Management, adding 700 rooms to reach 7,000 bedrooms across the UK in its 100+ property global portfolio.
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Domes announces two new hotel openings to re-launch its newly elevated, ultra all-inclusive sub-brand Aulūs
Two properties in Crete and Rhodes will launch April 2026 as part of Domes' relaunched Aulūs ultra all-inclusive brand targeting millennials and families.
Mitsis Unveils Canvas by Mitsis, a New Hospitality Brand Celebrating Simple, Warm, Authentic Greek Hospitality
Mitsis today announced the launch of Canvas by Mitsis, a new hospitality brand inspired by the essence of simple, warm, and authentic Greek hospitality. Conceived as a “canvas where creation begins,” the brand invites guests to celebrate what matters most through meaningful, everyday moments.
Tourism Investment in Bulgaria: New UN Tourism Guidelines Highlight Opportunities in the Sector
UN Tourism's new investment guidelines showcase Bulgaria's record 13.3 million visitors in 2024 and major brand commitments from Hyatt, Marriott, and Hilton.
a&o Hostels expands into Manchester with hotels acquisition
The European hostel chain acquired former Accor properties for freehold ownership, converting them into 1,218 beds across 303 rooms by Q1 2027.
RBH Hospitality Strengthens Relationship with Accor through New ibis Signing
The 99-room property marks RBH's sixth Ibis hotel and fourth Edinburgh location, expanding their Accor relationship and new partnership with Legal & General.
Trinity Investments Expands European Platform With Acquisition of The Hoxton, Poblenou in Barcelona
Trinity's third European acquisition since 2023 adds to a portfolio including The Standard London and Park Hyatt Zurich as the firm builds scale across luxury and lifestyle segments.
UN Tourism Presents “Tourism Doing Business: Investing in Lithuania” During High-Level Visit to Madrid
UN Tourism launched investment guidelines highlighting 14 projects worth €692.2 million across Lithuania's wellness, MICE, and sustainable accommodation sectors.
a&o Hostels acquires Schulz Hotels as part of EUR 500 million growth strategy
The deal adds Schulz's 1,000-bed Berlin property and experienced founders to a&o's EUR 500 million expansion plan across European cities.
San Montano Resort & Spa in Ischia Joins Relais & Châteaux
The thermal spa resort becomes Relais & Châteaux's first property on Ischia after recent renovations including a new Lighthouse Suite.
From private investment to big capital: the professionalisation of the Dutch holiday park market
Dutch holiday park demand has grown 40% since 2012 while supply increased only 26%, creating investment opportunities for private equity amid traditional financing model challenges.
BodyHoliday Announces a New Global Leadership Team to Usher in a New Era of International Expansion
The Caribbean wellness resort brand will open its first European property in Portugal's Algarve in 2029, featuring 175 rooms and a 40,000-square-foot spa facility.
Leonardo Hotels acquires four further hotels in Germany
The acquisition adds 638 rooms across four IntercityHotels, bringing Leonardo's German portfolio to 73 properties after renovations complete in Q2 2026.
Hyatt Announces Plans to Triple Number of Hyatt Properties in Portugal by 2027
The expansion includes debuts for Andaz and The Standard lifestyle brands in Lisbon, plus new Hyatt Regency properties in Vilamoura and Cape Verde.
Private Investor Acquires Large Hotel In Swindon
Global real estate services firm Cushman & Wakefield and Specialist business property adviser Christie & Co. have announced the sale of the hotel currently trading as the DoubleTree by Hilton Swindon in Wiltshire.
Savills: Investor confidence drives surge in Iberian hotel market
Appetite amongst investors for Iberia’s hotel sector is surging, according to research from international real estate advisor Savills. The Savills Investor Sentiment Survey 2025 ranked Spain as the top destination for investors this year, with hotels emerging as a preferred asset class, up 21 percentage points compared to previous year.
Adagio Accelerates its Growth in France through Strategic Partnership with the Sergic Group to Operate Nine New Properties
In line with its strategic plan FIRST 2030, Adagio is strengthening its leadership in the aparthotel market and continuing to expand its network. Today, Adagio have announced a partnership with real estate services group Sergic to manage nine real estate assets in France. This partnership allows Adagio to increase the number of apartments marketed and managed by the brand by 8%. This is an important step for Adagio in achieving its growth objectives and demonstrates the recognition of Adagio's expertise in its field, the operation and marketing of aparthotels.
Addition of 50 new QUALITY SUITES™ hotels across France sees Choice Hotels International™ significantly expand in EMEA with the near doubling of its French portfolio
Choice Hotels International Inc.® (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's largest hotel franchisors, is expanding its EMEA growth strategy by introducing 50 new Quality Suites™ properties in the French market.
Unyoked Announces 10-year Partnership with Forestry England to Launch Off-Grid Cabins in Woodlands across the Country, in New Initiative to Help People Connect with Nature
Unyoked, the pioneering Australian nature start-up behind the current global off-grid cabin trend, is partnering with Forestry England, the country’s largest land manager, to launch a groundbreaking new initiative that will see off-grid cabins roll out throughout Forestry England woodlands over 10 years, in an effort to help the public access nature and embed its scientifically-proven wellness benefits into their everyday lives.
Introducing Villa D’este La Collezione
Villa d’Este, an international icon of luxury hospitality with over 150 years of history, proudly introduces Villa d’Este La Collezione, the new brand that unites the group’s finest properties. Alongside Villa d’Este on Lake Como and Villa La Massa in Florence, two new destinations are slated to join the portfolio in the coming months: Palazzo Venezia in Como and Miralago Luxury Apartments in Cernobbio.