- Bob W signs leases for three central Munich properties with existing hospitality operations
- Major deal adds 198 units and nearly 4,000 sq m to Bob W’s portfolio in Germany
- Comes as Bob W continues to eye properties to lease across the DACH region
Bob W, the tech-powered hospitality operator, has signed long-term lease agreements to convert two former hotels and an aparthotel in Munich into Bob Ws as it accelerates its expansion across the DACH region.
Bob W Münchner Freiheit – formerly H’Otello Schwabing, Bob W Munich Old Town – formerly the H’Otello Lehel, and Bob W Munich Schwabing – formerly H’Apato Schwabing, will bring the total number of the operator’s buildings in Germany alone to 15, and a total reach of 18 properties in 10 countries.
All properties will feature Bob W’s signature local design ethos and bespoke hospitality technology.
This includes a digital front desk, seamless self-service check-in, and 24/7 remote guest service, blending the quality and reliability of a hotel with the comfort and practical amenities of a home.
The lease agreements were brokered by Miles Knoll from the Hotel Services Team at BNP Paribas Real Estate GmbH and Prof. Dr. Clemens Engelhardt of Trustberg advised Bob W.
The three new properties – which are owned by a private landlord – further strengthen Bob W’s robust pipeline of signed properties in key German cities.
Germany continues to be one of Bob W’s most important markets, as the company commits to further growth in this strategically important region.
Niko Karstikko, CEO and co-founder of Bob W, said: “This deal was made possible thanks to the outstanding support from our team and partners in Germany.
“We are humbled to continue the H’Otello/H’Apato story, upholding these principles and honouring the legacy with great care.
“We’re not stopping here. We’re keeping our eyes on more opportunities in the DACH region, ready to transform potential assets into signature Bob W properties while continuing to deliver an outstanding experience for our guests.”
Sebastian Höcherl, landlord of the new properties, said: “Partnering with Bob W was an obvious and natural choice, as their values resonate seamlessly with ours.
“Renowned as one of Europe’s most innovative, guest-centric, and design-focused hospitality operators, Bob W carries forward the values we established for our brands.
He added: “We are excited to see Bob W elevate these locations, delivering exceptional guest experiences while preserving the legacy we built with H’Otello and H’Apato.”
