Mergers & Acquisitions

🚀 Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts is gearing up for major growth in 2026, expanding its global presence in Italy, Greece, and Saudi Arabia. Notably, Four Seasons Yachts will also launch, marking a new venture. This strategic expansion underscores Four Seasons' commitment to luxury and innovation, setting the stage for a transformative year.

🏨 Delta Hotels by Marriott in Newcastle and Preston are for sale. The Newcastle hotel, refurbished in 2023, has 150 rooms near Metrocentre. The Preston hotel, a Victorian manor with 149 rooms, is also refurbished from 2023. Both operate under franchise agreements since mid-2025. Sales are managed by Christie and Co on an "offers invited" basis. David Lee from Christie and Co highlights the unique investment opportunity.

🏨 Bishopstrow Hotel and Spa, Wiltshire, confirms a £2.5m investment, aiming to complete its nature-led spa redevelopment by May 2026, opening in June. The 30-acre estate will feature a 14m outdoor pool, an 8m hydrotherapy pool, an outdoor sauna, and a cold plunge bath. Spa director Angela Bonner leads the project, incorporating river gardens and woodland into guest experiences. Part of Kaleidoscope Hotels, the spa will focus on holistic wellbeing and forest bathing.

🏨 AHG Brokerage, LLC, successfully sold the 197-key Comfort Inn & Suites Kissimmee by the Parks, located in Kissimmee, Florida, near Walt Disney World. Despite prior performance issues, strategic marketing led to over 100 non-disclosure agreements and multiple offers. The hotel sold at 98% of its listing price. The buyer, an out-of-state investor group with institutional funding, was sourced through AHG's national database and marketing strategies, highlighting the demand for Florida hospitality assets.

🏨 HVS Hodges Ward Elliott completed the sale of W Hotel London, Leicester Square, UK, for a confidential sum. Grupo Hotusa acquired Grand Hotel Vienna for under €100M, €488K per room. Dubai Holding purchased Jumeirah Mallorca, Spain. Orion acquired a 72% stake in Corinthia Lisbon. Castello Sgr acquired Sicily's Calampiso Resort, investing €100M. Fattal bought Cora Resort, Greece, from Bain Capital. Covivio plans to acquire Meininger Hotel Porto for €31.6M. CDP acquired Ibis Styles Roma Eur for €28M.

🏨 Marcus & Millichap announced the sale of the 97-room Comfort Suites Sarasota Siesta Key in Sarasota, Florida. The hotel, built in 2013, spans approximately 3.72 acres and is located near Siesta Key Beach. Despite challenges from Hurricanes Helen and Milton, the property attracted multiple bids above target pricing, highlighting the market's strength. Amenities include a heated outdoor pool, business center, and fitness center, boosting its appeal to potential buyers.

📈 Hunter Advisors closed 2025 with over $1.8 billion in transaction volume across 136 hotels, including $550 million in Q4. Noteworthy deals involved AC San Diego, Hyatt Place Athens, and Aloft Hotels in Texas. Capital markets improved with $300 million placements, focusing on lifestyle and premium select-service segments. Despite election-related delays in late 2024, Hunter's strategic advisory approach helped align pricing and strategy for transactions, sustaining momentum into 2026 with a robust pipeline.

🏠 Mitali and Anil Bhardwaj acquired The Horseshoe Inn in Eddleston, near Peebles, on December 18, 2025. The inn, located four miles north of Peebles and 30 minutes from Edinburgh, features a restaurant with an AA Rosette Award, a bar with a selection of whiskies, and eight en suite bedrooms in a restored Victorian schoolhouse. The property holds a 4-Gold Star AA rating, and the new owners plan to maintain the existing staff and traditional decor.

🏨 Samko Holdings has acquired Stanhill Court Hotel in Surrey, located four miles from Gatwick Airport. The hotel features 59 bedrooms and spans 35 acres, including a one-acre amphitheatre. Originally built in 1881, it recently underwent refurbishment and continues to operate under the Radisson Individuals brand. This acquisition is part of Samko's strategy to expand its premium hotel portfolio in the UK, which includes properties like Crowne Plaza London Kingston and Warren House Hotel.

💸 GHA DISCOVERY revenue hit $3.2 billion in 2025, a 21% increase from 2024. Repeat stay revenue was $1.8 billion (+18%), and cross-brand stay revenue reached $424 million (+15%). Membership grew 25% to 4 million, with D$ redemptions up 55% to D$31 million. The US and UK generated $432 million in international stays, up 18%. 175 new properties were added, and direct bookings surged 29% as GHA expanded its global presence.