HVS Europe Hotel Transactions Bulletin - Week Ending 12 June 2026
Four European hotel transactions totaling over €150M, spanning Rome, Barcelona, Santorini, and Andalusia, involving buyers including ADIA, AX Partners, Extendam, and Silken Hotels.
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Meliá Restructures Its Operations in Cuba Following Risk Assessment and Current Context Review
Meliá exits management and brand licensing for 15 Cuban hotels, citing deteriorating geopolitical, legal, and energy conditions, with most properties already non-operational.
Accor Accelerates Franchise Growth and Strengthens Partnerships at the 2026 Pacific Franchise Conference
Accor gathered 270+ franchise partners and owners in Sydney to discuss growth strategy, investment trends, AI-driven efficiencies, and loyalty, covering its 420+ Pacific properties.
Accor Exceeds 150 Franchise Hotels across the Pacific as Franchise Momentum Accelerates
Accor surpasses 150 franchise hotels in Australia and New Zealand, marking the Pacific as its largest and fastest-growing franchise network, with the greet brand set to launch in the region.
The owner's blind spot: why most hotel investments underperform - and what to do about it
A hospitality finance veteran argues that most hotel investments underperform due to structural information gaps between owners and operators, making independent asset management essential.
By Juan Sánchez-Harguindey, Consultant, Harguindey. Hospitality Consulting
My Take on Skift's The Squeeze: Inside the Crisis Crushing America's Hotel Owners
Author argues Skift's portrayal of hotel brands as villains is wrong, claiming the real squeeze comes from multiple cost layers including software, OTAs, and uncontrollable expenses beyond franchise fees.
By Sloan Dean, CEO Emeritus, Not Done with Sloan Dean
Hilton’s 2025 Americas Development Award Winners Announced
Hilton added more than 400 hotels across the Americas in 2025, with 59 winners selected from these openings based on development excellence and innovation.
IHG Hotels & Resorts boosts European growth with portfolio of 11 hotels
The 11 PentaHotels properties across three countries will convert to Holiday Inn, voco and Garner brands by H1 2027, adding 1,808 rooms to IHG's European portfolio.
Domes Resorts becomes majority shareholder in Casa Collective, accelerating global growth of Cook’s Club, Casa Cook and XIA
The deal gives Domes control of 13 hotels across Cook's Club, Casa Cook and XIA brands with four more properties joining the portfolio.
Hilton Supercharges Its India Expansion with Strategic Agreement with Royal Orchid Hotels for 125 Hampton by Hilton Hotels
The franchise deal targets western and southern Indian markets including Goa and Maharashtra, marking Hilton's third strategic partnership of this scale in India.
Accor and Risma: A strengthened strategic partnership to accelerate tourism development in Morocco
The partnership will launch Sofitel Tangier, renovate existing properties, and create a co-funded training academy ahead of Morocco's 2030 World Cup hosting.
Scaling Smart: How Independent Operators are Earning a Competitive Advantage
Independent hotel operators can compete with major brands by combining operational discipline with experience-driven strategies and local relevance.
By John Paul Nichols, President and CEO of Club Quarters Hotels, Club Quarters
Resident Hotels rebrands as The Sirius Hotel Group, a Specialist Hotel Management platform with a focus on growth
The rebrand follows successful Four Points conversions and Edinburgh opening, with plans to grow from 11 to 31 hotels over 6-10 years.
Capstone Hotel Management and Marsden Group Merge to Form New Zealand's Largest Independent Hotel Platform
The merger creates a 45-property platform with 2,500+ rooms, combining Capstone's management expertise with Marsden's capital to compete with international operators.
Avion Hospitality Expands Dallas–Fort Worth Presence with Management of Hilton DFW Lakes Executive Conference Center
Avion takes over management of the 397-room conference hotel from Highline Hospitality, expanding its portfolio to 40 properties.
Kew Green CEO outlines strategy to lead sector
Taylor aims to position Kew Green as a leading UK hotel management company through team alignment and performance frameworks over five years.
Hilton Announces Exclusive Agreement with YOTEL to Expand Global Footprint in Lifestyle Segment
YOTEL becomes the first brand in Hilton's new Select by Hilton platform, retaining independence while gaining access to 250 million Hilton Honors members.
Crescent Hotels & Resorts Adds La Posada de Santa Fe, a Tribute Portfolio Resort & Spa, to its Portfolio
Crescent takes over management of the 157-room historic Santa Fe property and plans strategic renovations to preserve its heritage.
Sage Hospitality Group Assumes Management of The Benson Hotel & Faculty Club on the CU Anschutz Medical Campus
Sage takes over management of the 106-room luxury property on CU Anschutz medical campus, recently acquired by the University of Colorado.
LBA Hospitality Expands Management Portfolio, Strengthening Presence in Mississippi
LBA adds two Hilton Garden Inn properties in Mississippi, expanding its Gulf Coast presence and Hattiesburg market share.