Mergers & Acquisitions

🏨 Hampton Inn Tampa East (Casino Area) in Tampa, Florida, a 74-unit limited-service hotel, was sold by Liberty Group to KMD Hospitality Management on May 15, 2025. The property, built in 2005 and fully renovated in 2023, benefits from significant investor interest due to its strategic location and the growth along the I-4 corridor. The sale was managed by Berkadia's Associate Director, Kyle Sahlsten. The area is gaining attention for its RevPAR growth and development investments.

🏠 Arc of Soma: The Lagoon Edition in Somabay, Egypt, launched its residential sales. The project offers 110 units, with one to three-bedroom options ranging from 76 to 151 sqm. Prices start at £123,606. Residents can enjoy amenities like golf, diving, and spa facilities. CEO Ibrahim El Missiri emphasizes the new standard of waterfront living. Nearby hotels include Kempinski and Sheraton.

📈 Marcus & Millichap announced the sale of Candlewood Suites Pearland, an IHG Hotel in Pearland, Texas. The deal was managed by Skyler Cooper, with support from Chris Gomes and Allan Miller. The hotel is a three-story building with 76 rooms. It is strategically located near State Highway 288, State Highway 35, and Interstate 45, with amenities like a fitness center and 24-hour market. Nearby attractions include NRG Park, attracting 5.5 million visitors annually.

🏰 Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa, a five-star luxury destination in Pitlochry, Scotland, joined the Elegant Hotel Collection in 2025. Built in 1892, this 42-room establishment is known for its rich history and modern elegance. As part of the Crerar Hotels Group and powered by HotelREZ, it aims to enhance its presence in the UK and USA. The hotel is celebrated for its uniqueness and commitment to authenticity, inclusivity, and sustainability.

💰 Queensgate sold Generator's European operations to Brookfield for €776 million, including 15 assets and 2,749 rooms across Europe. Queensgate retains US properties and Freehand Hotels. Alastair Thomann left Generator in January 2025 to join Brookfield-owned edyn. Morgan Stanley & Co. International plc. advised Queensgate, while Kirkland & Ellis and others advised Brookfield. Queensgate acquired Generator in 2017 for €450 million.

🏨 Atland acquired a 169-room Campanile hotel in Duisburg, Germany, leased to Louvre Hôtel Group for 15 years. This aligns with their European expansion strategy, focusing on recent assets and long-term leases. Atland manages €4.5 billion in assets and acquired Keys REIM to enhance real estate fund management. Épargne Pierre Europe's payout rate rose to 6.75% in 2024. The company aims for over 6% distribution rates and ambitious international growth, particularly in Germany.

🏨 Innzen Hospitality purchased the Hampton Inn & Suites Bridgewater from FSG Bridgewater Hotel LLC on May 6, 2025. Located in Raritan Valley, near New York City, the hotel features 133 guestrooms, a fitness center, pool, and bar. Close to Fortune 500 companies, it provides access to TD Bank Ballpark and Bridgewater Commons. Hunter Hotel Advisors facilitated the sale, emphasizing their expertise in the transaction process.

💰 Brookfield Asset Management acquired Generator Hostels' European portfolio for €776 million, expanding in the hybrid accommodation sector. Generator operates 13 properties with over 2,800 rooms in cities like Berlin, Paris, and Rome. The acquisition follows a broader trend toward hybrid accommodations, with hotel investments in Europe up 62% year-on-year in 2024. Brookfield aims to strengthen its presence, leveraging the demand for flexible, affordable lodging while focusing on future expansion.