Hotel investment boom – boutiques steal the show
🏨 In Q3 2025, UK hotel investments surged 28% year-on-year, reaching £1.04 billion. Notably, London recorded £697 million in transactions, a 42% increase, while the South West saw a 360% rise to £180 million. Over 90% of transactions were single-asset deals focused on boutique hotels, reflecting investor preference for tangible assets. Domestic buyers accounted for 45% of acquisitions, with international investment increasing tenfold. Business rates reform in 2026 is set to benefit boutique hotels by reducing costs.
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