News & Stories
This year, MIPIM in Cannes was overshadowed not only by the war in Ukraine, but also by the massive and unpredictable escalations in the Middle East and their consequences.
The Swiss People's Party announced its intention to prevent the Swiss population from growing to 10 million. According to the party, this would lead to chaos. HotellerieSuisse has now taken a clear stance on the initiative.
The German hotel industry is strongly opposed to a rather strange initiative: Airbnb is contributing to a joint fund with the German Tourism Association (DTV) that aims to "direct tourist demand specifically to rural areas" and thus "strengthen the economic base of small communities".
Investor confidence is returning to the hotel market. The transaction volume on the European hotel investment market reached more than 27 billion euros in 2025, comprising more than 1,050 hotels with a total of 133,400 rooms. This represents an increase of 23% compared to 2024 and 28% above the 10-year average.
Adagio, the European market leader with 14,700 apartments, reports a very successful 2025 financial year, which saw further growth in both expansion and guest services. Guests have well received the new family offer, as they have the CSR measures.
Less MICE, more long stays. These are the current trends at BWH Hotels Central Europe. The 2025 financial year remained stable. BWH sees itself as an alternative to traditional franchise hotels.
Amsterdam frequently makes the headlines. This time, it is the W Hotel. The leaseholder owes the owner, Deka, nearly 23 million in lease payments. On Tuesday, a verdict was announced. Nevertheless, there is hardly any transparency, which raises even more questions.
Corinthia Hotels will hoist its flag at a 5-star resort on Lake Como. It will be part of an "integrated resort" on a 44-hectare site with a luxurious mix of properties. Behind it is RoundShield with new plans for the whole of Europe.
Arabella Hospitality SE is expanding into Ibiza for the first time – as a white label operator. Its Spanish subsidiary has signed the company's first ever management contract. This also marks a change in the company's expansion strategy: less Germany, more Europe.
The Short-Term Rental Data Exchange Act (KVDG) is set to come into force in May this year. This is intended to create the conditions for a uniform digital registration and data infrastructure. The IHA has now published recommendations for action.
