Mez Refahi’s Post

Dublin’s Hospitality Market: Unmatched Opportunities in 2025 The Irish hotel market has reached a record-breaking €1 billion in transactions this year, with Dublin leading the way as a prime destination for investment. Key transactions have included the €260 million sale of the iconic Shelbourne Hotel and the €350 million portfolio of the Dean Hotel Group, alongside other notable deals such as the Radisson Hotel Dublin Airport (€83 million) and Mount Juliet Estate (€45 million).  Luxury hotels, in particular, have taken center stage, driven by high demand and limited supply. With only a small percentage of hotels in Ireland classified as five-star, these exclusive assets often generate intense interest and competitive bidding.  Dublin’s growing global connectivity, including direct flights to over 25 North American cities, and its reputation as a thriving global hub make it an unparalleled opportunity for hotel owners, investors, and operators.  At Iberolat, we have a proven track record of over 50 successful hotel transactions across Europe. Our expertise lies in connecting owners, investors, and operators, creating opportunities that deliver lasting value.  If you’re considering selling your hotel, exploring investment opportunities, or expanding your operations in Dublin, we are here to help. Let’s shape the future of Dublin’s hospitality market together.  Contact us today to explore the possibilities.  #HotelInvestment #DublinHotels #Ireland #IrelandHotels #LuxuryHotels #Iberolat #HospitalityGrowth

So good to see that the Hotel Transactions in Europe are almost up to pre-pandemic levels.

C&W MARKET BEAT Q1 2024 – HOTEL INVESTMENT IN THE UK First-quarter investment volumes surged to the highest levels since 2019, reaching approximately £1.7B in Q1 2024. The Q1 2024 volume covered 93 properties across the UK, representing c. 7,600 rooms. Two major portfolio deals, the Edwardian UK Radisson Hotel Portfolio and the LXi REIT Travelodge Portfolio comprised 60% of transaction volume. Looking forward, the market points towards a sustained positive sentiment for the sector bolstered by improved consumer confidence, alongside the projection that leisure demand for hotel nights in the UK will grow a further 6% this year. Read more by downloading our UK Q1 2024 Market Beat: https://lnkd.in/e95NgM6e Subscribe now to receive tailored updates and expert analysis delivered directly to your inbox: https://lnkd.in/ebPWfeEJ 📑 For further information and support with your hotel real estate in the UK, contact our experts Ed Fitch, Carl Ridgley or Richard Candey or contact us at HospitalityEMEA@CushWake.com #CWHospitality #HotelInvestment #HotelRealEstate

C&W Hotel Market Beat – Europe H1 2024   🔔 European hotel transaction volumes amounted to more than €11.6 billion in H1 2024, marking the highest 6-month volume since 2019, up 49% from H1 2023 and only 9% short of H1 2019.   Several large portfolio deals drove these volumes, representing more than one third of the total.   London remains the leading destination for investor activity, followed by Paris and Dublin.   Looking ahead, volumes are projected to surpass 20 billion EUR in 2024, supported by increasing debt liquidity and strong hotel performance.   To find out more, download the full Market Beat here: https://lnkd.in/dG64rF3d   Subscribe now to receive tailored updates and expert analysis delivered directly to your inbox: https://lnkd.in/ebPWfeEJ 📩   For further information and support with your hotel real estate in Europe, contact our experts Jonathan Hubbard, Le Fichoux Frederic, Ed Fitch, Carl Ridgley, Richard Candey, Mark Woolfitt, Alessandro Belli, Albert Grau - MRICS, Bruno Hallé Boix, Jérôme Salomon MRICS, Gonçalo Garcia, Ralph van Polanen Petel, Christine Mayer, David Nath MRICS and Borivoj Vokrinek.     #CWHospitality #HotelInvestment #HotelRealEstate

📈 European Hotel Market Hits a 5-Year High – But the Recovery Isn’t Everywhere 🌍 The European hotel sector recently reached its highest transaction volumes in five years, showing clear signs of bouncing back after the pandemic. The UK stands out, holding its lead as Europe’s most active hotel market. According to the HVS H1 2024 European Hotel Transactions Report, the UK recorded nearly €4 billion in transactions, accounting for 38% of total European transaction volume. However, the picture in Germany—one of Europe’s largest markets—tells a different story. Despite its size, Germany’s hotel sector is still in recovery mode and hasn’t yet caught up with its neighbors. Germany’s 2024 numbers remain significantly below the average H1 volume from 2014 to 2023, capturing only 4% of the European market, as reported by the Cushman & Wakefield Germany H1 Hospitality Marketbeat. So, will Germany manage to close the gap in the coming years, or could it continue to fall behind? 🤔 It will be interesting to see how Germany’s journey unfolds and what factors might shape its path forward in the hotel industry. #hotels #realestate #investments

At the Global Revenue Forum main stage, Sarah Duignan showcasing UK Hoteliers the strong performance in 2024. Despite facing challenges from new supply impacting various markets, the UK hospitality sector excelled, particularly attributing growth to rate increases, especially in the higher-end segment. Notably, the UK maintains the largest hotel pipeline in Europe, with nearly 100,000 rooms in development. Looking ahead, Q1 occupancy levels mirror those of the previous year, with luxury hotels slightly surpassing 2024's performance. CoStar Group projections indicate a positive trajectory for Revenue per Available Room (RevPar) over the next few years, foreseeing continued growth, albeit in single-digit percentages. #HospitalityIndustry #UKHotels #RevenueGrowth #GlobalRevenueForum

Further bench strength to our hotels practice. Dion Panambalana advised Landsec on the £400m sale of its hotel portfolio to Ares Management, alongside operating partner EQ Group. If you want deal detail, it's here: https://lnkd.in/edb5Xvut. If you're transacting hotels directly or indirectly, as a portfolio or individually, come and talk to us. #RealEstate #MergersAndAcquisitions #Hotels #InvestmentManagement

What if the right brand partner could take some of the hassle out of your hotel conversion project? 💡 Choosing the right brand is crucial for both first-time and experienced hoteliers. Conversions may offer a shorter path to profit than construction, but brand support plays a critical role in success. Neha Jadhav, CEO and co-founder of Luminous Hotel Management, and James Fair, co-founder and COO of the company, discuss why they chose a Wingate by Wyndham conversion, explore how Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has helped them navigate the process, and speak to what they’ve learned from the experience. Read more from our latest blog here: https://lnkd.in/ejThgJwg #Wingate #FranchiseDevelopment

The lastest AP Hospitality Newsletter features Collective Hospitality's acquisition of Selina and other hotel transactions in Asia Pacific. Besides, it also looks into the question - "Are Chinese travellers back?" Click the link below to read more! #hotel #hospitality #newsletter

Interesting article in the link below, worth a read from Hospitality Investor on 'exclusive use hotels'. In my opinion, hotels are complex, people-intensive businesses. I am witnessing more hoteliers concerned with what to do with their hotel asset, once these Government contracts are terminated. In my experience these hotel owners recognise it's a different hospitality landscape post Covid, with labour shortages, an increase in costs, high capex spend required and the worry of any capital gains tax increases that are coming... 'Is this the time to simply cash in and sell', these are the conversations I am having with many of these 'exclusive use' hotel owners in central London. I agree with the comments in this article, a clear business plan and timeframe will help secure legacy and bring these buildings back to life! https://lnkd.in/eA3-6fnD #hotels #realestate #hospitality