New German management platform launched
Revo Hospitality has been born, as a rebrand and repositioning of the HR Group, reflecting its recent growth as a major European hotel manager
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Germany: why this may be the perfect moment to strike
After years of stagnation and subdued investor appetite, Germany’s hotel sector could finally be on the cusp of a rebound. Bolstered by government efforts to revive the economy and a slowly improving outlook for growth, the market is beginning to…
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Behind the Deal: Pandox bets on Germany with Pullman Cologne
Earlier this month, Pandox acquired the Pullman Cologne Hotel for €66 million, reaffirming its commitment to Germany’s hotel market despite lingering post-pandemic challenges. The deal - which will see AccorInvest remain as the tenant of the Pullman…
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When hotel owners secure a franchise or management agreement for a hotel with a carefully chosen global brand, they don’t always think about regulating the details of the future sale of the hotel. Unless you have negotiated the transfer approval…
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Julia Selyukova has been appointed General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest
From Doha, a striking modern metropolis, to the timeless Pearl of the Danube, Julia Selyukova brings a holistic vision of luxury hospitality to Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest. With nearly two decades of hospitality leadership and global…
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7 hotel industry trends to keep on the radar for 2025
The hotel industry is poised for significant shifts in 2025, with private- equity (PE) firms continuing to play a prominent role in hotel asset acquisitions. As economic conditions evolve, emerging trends in experiential travel, asset positioning…
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Hospitality maintains investment case amid bond yield volatility
The prospect of interest rate cuts around the globe has cheered real estate and bond investors in equal measure. While hospitality investors see lower capital costs supporting further investment activity and asset values, for bond backers, fixed…
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Hotel occupancy falls in the US while room rates rise
Regional performance varied widely, with Los Angeles experiencing significant growth, while Las Vegas faced sharp declines.
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Hotel Loyalty Race: Marriott Leads, Hilton Is Gaining Fast — See the Top 13 Programs
Based on their six-year growth rates, Hilton Honors is expected to surpass Marriott Bonvoy's membership count in mid-to-late 2026. Other loyalty programs with standout growth rates include Hyatt and IHG…
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Unpopular opinion: I'm not a fan of hotel breakfasts
It doesn’t bother me if the hotel breakfast is included with my stay or not. Most times, I’d rather eat at a nearby café that’s favoured by locals.
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Hyatt Select: Yet Another New Limited Service Hyatt Brand
Hyatt has today announced details of its newest hotel brand. Keep in mind that now more than ever, hotel brands are being created for prospective hotel owners, rather than for hotel guests, as these all kind of run together, if you ask me…
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Milos hotel boom raises concerns
The island of Milos is experiencing an unprecedented hotel construction boom, with 48 new projects under way, potentially doubling available accommodations. According to public records, these developments will add up to 2,674 beds, significantly…
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Yotelpad Goes Global With First Hotel In Europe And Sets Sights On Asia
One of the three Yotel brands, YOTELPAD is now setting its sights on a worldwide, extended stay platform in an effort, according to Yotel executives, to “democratize the extended stay market” and offer something unique in a sea of other brands…
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Hotel Competitors: The Ultimate Guide to Building Your Perfect Competitive Set In 2025
The phrase “knowledge is power” could not be more relevant within an environment as competitive as the hotel industry. Identifying your accommodation’s main competitors is critical to your success.
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How China’s Luxury Hotels Are Luring International Travelers Back to a Transformed Country
Two years after China’s reopening, luxury travelers haven’t fully returned. Still, the country’s five-star hotels aren’t worried.
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Geo-Based Hotel Pricing: A Bold Revenue Strategy or an Ethical Quagmire?
A recent discussion on Hospitality Net’s World Panel has reignited the debate over whether differentiating hotel pricing based on a traveler’s geographic location is a prudent revenue management strategy or an ethically fraught practice…
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Despite a backdrop of political and economic uncertainty as well as difficult financing conditions, 2024 witnessed a resurgence in hotel transaction volumes. A we settle into 2025, stakeholders are optimistic on increased deal activity by the end of…
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Couple who complained after being served 'stale' croissants at 'mouldy' French hotel win £4k payout
A couple has won nearly £4,000 in damages after complaining about stale croissants and mouldy rooms during their stay at a four-star French hotel.
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