hotel news

Europe's hotels investment market surged through 2025 economic headwinds, with Northern Europe and upscale properties leading gains. However, mounting geopolitical tensions now threaten this investment momentum in 2026.

Europe's hotels investment european sector delivered strong 2025 returns as Northern European properties and luxury segments led growth. However, emerging geopolitical tensions now threaten momentum heading into 2026.

Two iconic North Shore properties, the Elgin Hotel and Hotel Sheraton Blackpool, announce comprehensive refurbishments targeting 2026 to modernise facilities and strengthen appeal with domestic holidaymakers seeking value-led seaside breaks.

Downtown Orlando Florida is emerging as a premier luxury destination in 2026, with stylish hotels offering sophisticated stays beyond theme parks. Discover upscale urban hospitality in walkable neighborhoods.

Courtyard by Marriott Waikiki Beach completes major 2026 renovation across 405 rooms and public spaces, positioning the midscale brand as a competitive resort alternative in Hawaii's luxury hospitality market.

Club Med Exclusive Collection opens its third flagship resort on Koh Samui in 2028, expanding luxury all-inclusive experiences in Thailand. The 303-room beachfront property marks the brand's second premium offering in the country.

Choice Hotels launches Scenic Dreams prototype for Sleep Inn in 2026, a nature-inspired midscale redesign targeting wellness-conscious travelers. The brand debuts across Tennessee, Nevada, and Pennsylvania with biophilic design and premium amenities.

Accor divests $1.1 billion in hotel properties to a Blackstone-led consortium in 2026, marking a pivotal shift toward asset-light operations while clearing the path for Ennismore's IPO launch.

B&B Hotels accelerates European expansion across fragmented markets in 2026, yet struggles to replicate its budget formula in Anglo-American regions. The chain faces fresh challenges scaling stateside.

Budget hotel chains are navigating a transformative 2026 travel market. RedDoorz prioritizes consistency over rapid expansion to build traveler trust as spending shifts toward experiences.

A car-free Michigan island resort has secured national recognition as America's best resort restaurant destination in 2026, combining elegant lakefront views with world-class fine dining.

Accor launches defensive 'profit protection plan' in April 2026, signaling broader hotel sector weakness beyond the UAE amid geopolitical uncertainty and market volatility affecting global travel demand.