Mergers & Acquisitions - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 19

Marriott International bucks the trend, ekes out positive RevPAR in Q3

🏨 Global RevPAR at Marriott International increased by 0.5% in Q3 2025, with international markets up 2.6% and the U.S. & Canada down 0.4%. Net income rose 25% to $728 million from Q3 2024. Marriott added 17,900 net rooms, with 13,900 internationally. Development pipeline hit 3,923 properties and 596,000 rooms. Marriott Bonvoy gained 12 million members, totaling nearly 260 million. Full-year 2025 RevPAR growth is expected between 1.5% and 2.5%, with net rooms growth nearing 5%.

In Starwood Hotels, Barry Sternlicht reprises his greatest role

🏖️ Barry Sternlicht, CEO of Starwood Capital Group and creator of Starwood Hotels, was recognized as the Corporate Hotelier of the World for 2025. He co-founded Starwood Hotels & Resorts in 1995, leading its growth through acquisitions like Westin and ITT Corp. In 2016, Starwood Hotels was sold to Marriott, but Sternlicht retained the brand name. He now leads SH Hotels & Resorts, focusing on sustainable luxury brands like 1 Hotels. At 64, he remains active in the hospitality industry and private credit market.

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Pandox reports higher Q3 earnings ahead of Dalata deal completion

💰 Pandox AB reported a Q3 profit of SEK 637m (£50m) and EBITDA of SEK 1.2bn (£95m), rebounding from a SEK 39m (£3.1m) loss last year. Total revenues rose 5%, with lease revenues up 2% and hotel operations up 10%. Cash earnings reached SEK 617m (£49m). The Dalata acquisition, valued at SEK 16.7bn (£1.32bn), adds 31 properties and projects SEK 1.2bn (£95m) annual rental income. Completion is expected in Q4 2025.

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Sono International to acquire Cross Hotels & Resorts

🏨 Thailand: Flight Centre Travel Group is selling its luxury brand, Cross Hotels & Resorts, to South Korea's Sono International. Cross operates 28 hotels in Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Japan from Bangkok. CEO Harry Thaliwal emphasizes regional growth and innovation with this partnership. The deal allows Flight Centre to focus on expanding Topdeck tours and Discova projects in Asia. Managing Director Graham Turner highlights future growth for Cross within Sono's expanding global reach.

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Motril mansion hotel from Rivals series up for €5.3m sale

🏠 Casa de los Bates, built in 1898 by José Jiménez Caballero in Motril, Granada, is up for sale at €5.3m (£4.6m) with plans to expand from a nine-suite hotel to a 70-room venue. The Italian-style mansion spans two hectares, featuring gardens and orchards. Located 34 miles from Granada airport, it was a filming site for Disney+ and named a top European guest house. Motril is also planning new tourism developments, including a marina and golf course.

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CooperWynn Capital Arranges Refinancing for Fredericksburg Inn & Suites

🏨 CooperWynn Capital refinanced Fredericksburg Inn & Suites for Croesus Hotels, LLC, providing $9 million in fixed-rate financing below 5.4% interest. The hotel is in Fredericksburg, Texas, offering 103 rooms, complimentary breakfast, and 3,700 sq ft of meeting space. Situated on five acres near Baron Creek and walking distance from Main Street, it features amenities like an outdoor pool and hot tub. This refinancing supports continued property enhancement and guest experience improvement.

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Marcus & Millichap Brokers Sale of Comfort Suites Rock Hill – Manchester Meadows Area

🏨 Rock Hill, South Carolina—Marcus & Millichap announced the sale of the 71-room Comfort Suites Rock Hill hotel. Built in 2008 and renovated in 2019, this 67,132-square-foot property is located off Interstate 77. The new local investor purchased it from the original developer as their first property in the area. Amenities include complimentary breakfast, an indoor pool, and a fitness center. Nearby attractions include Carowinds Amusement Park and Rock Hill Galleria Mall.

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MGM Resorts International Reports Q3 2025 Financial Results

💸 MGM Resorts reported a 2% increase in consolidated net revenues for Q3 2025, totaling $4.3 billion. However, they faced a net loss of $285 million due to a $256 million goodwill impairment charge. Las Vegas Strip revenues dropped 7% to $2 billion. MGM China saw a 17% rise in revenues to $1.1 billion. The BetMGM venture anticipates at least $100 million in cash distributions in Q4 2025, reflecting ongoing growth.

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Inn Collection Group secures £125m finance for expansion

💸 The Inn Collection Group secured £125m from HSBC to expand its portfolio of leisure sites across the UK. With plans to grow to over 40 locations in the next 5 years, they aim for double-digit growth following a £83.9m turnover in 2024. The workforce is expected to increase from 1,300 to over 2,000 employees. Currently, they operate 31 locations in Northern England and North Wales. In 2022, they were acquired by a company backed by The Harris Family Trust.

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Essendi refocuses its hotel portfolio to strengthen its European footprint

📈 Essendi, a prominent hospitality company, sold five hotels in Buenos Aires and Mendoza to ISWM as part of its 2021 asset management strategy to focus on Europe. Now, 96% of Essendi’s portfolio is European. This move emphasizes profitability in the economy and midscale sectors. Despite the divestment, Essendi retains assets in Chile, Colombia, Mexico, and Peru, with ongoing investment reviews, suggesting further portfolio optimization in Latin America.

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