Europe Hotel Transactions Bulletin – Week Ending 12 September 2025

German owner-operator Event Hotels has acquired a portfolio of 17 Accor-branded hotels (2,021 rooms) in Germany from US private equity group Blackstone. The portfolio comprises 10 Ibis hotels (932 rooms) and 7 Mercure hotels (1,089 rooms). All hotels are situated in Germany, including Frankfurt, Cologne and Munich as well as...

Mastering hotel distribution to maximize profitability

In today’s digital-first travel economy, distribution isn’t just a back-end function—it’s a frontline revenue driver.  As hotel executives and commercial leaders, we must rethink how we manage inventory, control costs, and connect with guests across multiple platforms. Distribution is no longer static. It’s dynamic, data-driven, and deeply tied to profitability. ...