Mergers & Acquisitions

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Hospitality M&A news: deals, acquisitions, investments and corporate moves across the hotel industry.

Marcus & Millichap Facilitates Sale of 49-Room Best Western Plus Red River Inn in Clarendon, Texas

🏨 In Clarendon, Texas, Marcus & Millichap announced the sale of the 49-room Best Western Plus Red River Inn to RP & Sons, Jay and Prince Patel. The property, originally constructed in 2004, spans 2.49 acres at 902 W. 2nd St. along U.S. Highway 287. Marketed by Gordon Allred and Chris Gomes, the hotel features amenities such as a business center, indoor pool, fitness center, and meeting space, providing easy access to the Amarillo metropolitan area.
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Argyll Hotel on Isle of Iona Listed for Sale at £1.37 Million by Graham + Sibbald

📍 The Argyll Hotel on the Isle of Iona is up for sale at £1.37m. This 17-bedroom hotel is a key establishment in Iona village, featuring sea-view rooms and family suites. Iona, a historic religious site, draws over 130,000 visitors annually due to its monastery founded in 563 AD by St. Columba. Property firm Graham + Sibbald, represented by Katie Tait, is managing the sale, highlighting its strong reputation and loyal clientele.
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Hunter Advisors Sells 233-Room Homewood Suites by Hilton in Chicago's Downtown to High Investor Interest

📍 Hunter Advisors sold the 233-room Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago-Downtown. Located near the Magnificent Mile, the hotel occupies floors 6-19 of a building. It features 1,784 sq ft of meeting space, a rooftop pool, and a fitness center. The sale was managed by Spencer Davidson and Riana Stadlen. The property promises value through improvement plans and benefits from its prime urban location, amid high demand for quality assets in supply-constrained markets.
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JLL Arranges $835 Million Sale and $690 Million Financing for JW Marriott Marco Island Resort in Florida

🏖 JLL's Hotels & Hospitality group facilitated the $835 million sale and $690 million financing of the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort, an 809-room property in Southwest Florida. Acquired by Sculptor Real Estate and Trinity Investments, the resort features more than 140,000 square feet of event space, 12 dining venues, and two golf courses. Barings previously owned the resort, completing a $320 million renovation in 2018. Financing was secured through a five-year loan from Wells Fargo and JPMorgan Chase & Co.
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HOSPA Webinar Highlights Robust Hotel Investment Interest Despite Middle East Event Slowdown and Rising Costs

📈 Michael Grove, CEO of HotStats, shared insights during the HOSPA webinar about the hotel industry's investment prospects amidst rising costs. He highlighted that hotels remain a primary real estate class due to increased spending on tourism and travel, even in challenging times. Grove noted a slowdown and cancellations of events in the Middle East, showcasing the varied impacts of crises across regions.
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Parvus Asset Management Becomes Largest Shareholder in Accor with 11.97% Stake, Ahead of Key Investors

📈 Parvus Asset Management Jersey Ltd holds 11.97% capital and 10.23% voting rights in Accor, surpassing Kingdom Holding Company (~7%), Qatar Investment Authority (~6.7%), and BlackRock (~5–6%). Parvus's non-interventionist stance raises questions despite no board aspirations. Founded in 2004 by Edoardo Mercadante and Mads Gensmann, Parvus manages about $11 billion in assets (as of April 2025). Known for a "soft" activist approach, Parvus focuses on European investments with medium-to-long-term strategies.
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Marriott Reports Q1 2026 Results: RevPAR Up 4.2%, Adjusted EBITDA Reaches $1.398 Billion, Net Rooms Grow 5%

📈 Marriott International, Inc., headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, reported a global RevPAR increase of 4.2% in Q1 2026, with 4% in the US & Canada and 4.6% internationally. Adjusted net income reached $726 million, while Adjusted EBITDA was $1,398 million. The company added 15,900 net rooms globally, with a pipeline of 4,107 properties and 618,000 rooms. Marriott repurchased 2.1 million shares for $0.7 billion. Total debt stood at $16.5 billion, with $0.5 billion in cash.
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Oaklands Hall Hotel in North Lincolnshire Listed for Sale at £1.5 Million, Offers 46 Rooms and Event Space

🏨 The Oaklands Hall Hotel in North Lincolnshire is up for sale at £1.5m. Built in 1877, the hotel features 46 en suite bedrooms and function rooms for up to 300 guests, across nearly five acres. The F&B operation, The Comfy Duck, seats 80 guests. The sale is managed by Mark Worley of Christie and Co, who previously sold the hotel 15 years ago. The listing reflects trends in hospitality and offers new owners a chance to enhance its legacy.
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Victory Group Acquires Luxury Cameron House Resort on Loch Lomond from KSL Capital Partners for Undisclosed Sum

🏨 Victory Group acquired Cameron House, a luxury resort on Loch Lomond, Scotland, from KSL Capital Partners. The historic 17th-century estate was ranked the 5th best resort in Europe by Condé Nast Traveller's UK Readers’ Choice Awards 2025. The resort completed a £4 million refurbishment in August 2017 and a £300,000 spa upgrade in 2025. Victory Group's portfolio includes the Fairmont Grand Hotel Geneva and a redevelopment in London.
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Knight Frank Appointed to Sell Mercure Hotels in Northampton and Thurrock for Frogmore and C1 Capital Joint Venture

🏨 Knight Frank is selling two Mercure Hotels in Northampton and Essex for Frogmore Real Estate Capital and C1 Capital. Mercure Northampton, refurbished in May 2024, offers 146 rooms and event space for 400 guests. Stifford Hall Hotel in Thurrock, reopened in June 2025, features 97 rooms and 3.7 acres of gardens. Both hotels are strategically located, with strong corporate and leisure demand, and are available for individual or portfolio sale.
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