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March 21, 2025

Why reps and warranties in France are essential when selling a hotel

The bedrock of any hotel transaction, representations and warranties (“reps and warranties”)1 offer protection to the buyer by guaranteeing that a business’s assets and liabilities conform to the statements of fact made by the seller. Here, we outline the key points and strategies for successfully negotiating reps and warranties when selling a hotel.

March 12, 2025

Uzbekistan joins the International Code for the Protection of Tourists

The ICPT is a unified global framework designed to protect tourists, particularly in emergency situations, and to safeguard their rights and responsibilities as consumers. By adhering to this code, Uzbekistan reinforces its dedication to enhancing guarantees and legal protections for tourists and further complements its ongoing efforts in collaboration with UN Tourism to strengthen global tourism standards.

UN Tourism

Uzbekistan

March 3, 2025

UN Tourism Completes Official Visit to Bulgaria and Welcomes Hristo Stoichkov as New Ambassador

The UN Tourism official visit, led by Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili, was welcomed by Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov for an official visit that included high-level meetings with the Ministries of Tourism and Foreign Affairs. Meetings focused on how UN Tourism can support the further growth and diversification of Bulgaria’s tourism sector, most notably through the development of cultural, culinary and wine tourism. In an official meeting with President Rumen Radev, both parties focused on supporting tourism education and growing investment into the sector, with UN Tourism committed to publishing guidelines for international investors.

UN Tourism

Bulgaria

The Chocolate on the Pillow Group

February 25, 2025

The Chocolate on the Pillow Group Drives Strategic Realignment and Enters into a Cooperation with Marriott International

The Chocolate on the Pillow Group (COTP) is systematically pursuing its strategic goal of positioning itself as a leading operator of hotels under internationally renowned franchise brands in the DACH region. In this context, six properties of its own “GHOTEL hotel & living” brand will be converted to “Four Points Flex by Sheraton.” With this step, COTP is expanding its longstanding collaboration with Marriott and laying the foundation for future growth.

Germany

February 5, 2025

Successfully negotiating a “reverse” hotel management agreement in France

With the rise of “reverse” hotel management agreements (HMA), efficiently negotiating with international hotel operators makes it possible for owners to reconcile investment profitability with operational and financial risk control.

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January 28, 2025

Zleep Hotels becomes Four Points Flex by Sheraton in Denmark

Friday marks a milestone for the Danish hotel industry as the Danish branch of Zleep Hotels is officially rebranding to Four Points Flex by Sheraton in partnership with Marriott International.

Core Hospitality

Denmark

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November 26, 2024

Recommended governing law and jurisdiction clauses in French hotel management agreements

Dispute resolution is a key discussion point, all too often overlooked in complex, long-term hotel management agreements (HMAs). The same applies to the prevailing language clause, and French investors should pay particular attention to such issues when negotiating with international hotel operators[i].

November 18, 2024

Airbnb calls on Barcelona to rethink short-term rental rules as legacies of 10-year clampdown revealed

On the 10-year anniversary of Barcelona’s clampdown on hosting1, Airbnb is calling on the city to rethink its approach to short-term rentals, as new analysis shows its policies are failing to ease housing and overtourism challenges.

Airbnb

Barcelona, Spain

November 13, 2024

KE Hotels Expands UK Portfolio With Management of Three Hampton by Hilton Hotels

KE Hotels is pleased to announce the expansion of its UK portfolio with the addition of three Hampton by Hilton hotels under new Hotel Management Agreements (HMA) as of October 2024. The properties now under KE Hotels’ management are Hampton by Hilton Newcastle, Hampton by Hilton Birmingham Broad Street, and Hampton by Hilton Sheffield.

KE Hotels

United Kingdom

November 12, 2024

Unveiling hospitality’s most exceptional icons: 95 HICONS for 95 years of Hotelschool The Hague

Who or what is your most exceptional hospitality icon? That was the question posed by Hotelschool The Hague as it marked its 95th anniversary, inviting industry professionals, students, employees, and alumni to join in celebrating the people and objects that shape the world of hospitality.

Hotelschool The Hague

The Netherlands

November 6, 2024

Grand Metropolitan Hotels acquires majority stake in TOP INTERNATIONAL Hotels

With the acquisition of TOP INTERNATIONAL Hotels, Grand Metropolitan Hotels will expand its portfolio, leveraging synergies to enhance the competitiveness of its partner and member hotels in global markets. The integration of established processes, innovative technologies, and expert knowledge will be key to shared success.

Grand Metropolitan Hotels and TOP International Hotels

Germany

October 21, 2024

Introducing WiZiU, Covivio’s hotel management platform

The year 2024 marks a significant step forward in Covivio's drive to strengthen its position in the hotel sector. The Group is now entering a new phase in the development of its hotel management platform: the consolidation of the assets held jointly with AccorInvest, scheduled for the end of November, will trigger a change of scale in terms of size and growth momentum. This is an opportunity for Covivio to acknowledge the new dimension of its platform and give it a new identity: WiZiU.

Covivio

October 18, 2024

TROO Hospitality announces arrival in Central London with iconic Corus Hyde Park hotel

TROO Hospitality has announced a milestone achievement with its first property in Central London, following a partnership appointment with Immersive Hospitality Management, to manage the iconic Corus Hotel Hyde Park, located at 1 Lancaster Gate.

Troo Hospitality and Corus Hotels

London, United Kingdom

Supplier News

October 14, 2024

Mews moves into new Paris office to keep pace with rapid growth across France

Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud, has opened a new office in the heart of Paris, building on the momentum of recently welcoming its 1,000th customer.

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Tambourine

October 1, 2024

Cycas Hospitality Expands UK Portfolio with New London Hotel Signing

Leading European hotel management company Cycas Hospitality today announced its appointment to manage YOTEL London Shoreditch. The vibrant and contemporary hotel, located in the heart of East London, brings the organisation’s portfolio to nine hotels and over 1,000 rooms within the UK capital, and over 55 properties under management across Europe.

Vertiq Hospitality

London, United Kingdom

September 13, 2024

UN Tourism Launches Investment Guidelines for Armenia

"Tourism Doing Business – Investing in Armenia" guides investors and tourism professionals seeking in-depth knowledge about Armenia's tourism sector. It allows them to make informed decisions by showcasing Armenia's unique cultural heritage, robust economic growth, and supportive business environment.

UN Tourism

Armenia

August 14, 2024

S Hotels & Resorts partners with Ascott to drive UK growth under ‘The Unlimited Collection’

S Hotels and Resorts PCL (SET: SHR), the hospitality arm of leading international development company Singha Estate PCL (SET: S) has partnered with The Ascott Limited (Ascott), the wholly owned lodging business unit of CapitaLand Investment (SGX: 9CI), to reposition SHR properties in Edinburgh and Leicester under The Unlimited Collection brand. As part of the strategic move, Mercure Edinburgh City Princes Street Hotel and The Grand Hotel Leicester will be rebranded under The Unlimited Collection, a brand that focuses on accentuating the unique cultural charms of each property. This collaboration will mark the Europe debut of The Unlimited Collection brand, which originates from Singapore.

S Hotels & Resorts and The Ascott Limited

United Kingdom

June 19, 2024

Lindner Hotel Group wins German Brand Award in two main categories

The Lindner Hotel Group has received two awards in the main category Excellence in Brand Strategy and Creation for the new appearance and strategic repositioning of its Lindner Hotels & Resorts brand. The jury of the German Brand Awards explained its decision: Maintaining the balance between preservation and contemporary reinvention had succeeded outstandingly well.

Lindner Hotels AG

Germany

June 12, 2024

Hotel performance test clauses in France – simple wording for maximum success

Termination clauses in hotel management agreements (“HMAs”) are keenly negotiated by owners to ensure the liquidity of their investment. These usually include a termination provision in the event the operator underperforms, generally known as a performance test clause. How are these clauses challenged before the courts in France?