Castello SGR has acquired a freehold property in central Rome, located at 57 Via Sicilia. The group plans to convert the building into a high-end five-star hotel. The deal was executed through the Rome Hotel Development Fund. 1 Asset Management participates in the vehicle alongside Gemini Grupè, which acts as lead investor. A pool of...Read More

Xenia Hôtellerie Solution has signed a binding agreement to acquire 100% of Mare20. The deal is worth about €1.2 million and will be fully financed with the group’s own resources. This acquisition strengthens Xenia’s Accommodation division. It adds new expertise in incoming services and MICE while expanding the group’s revenue base. It also enhances commercial...Read More

Minor Hotels has selected Italy for the global debut of the Colbert Collection, marking a key step in the expansion of its lifestyle portfolio. The first property will open in Florence. The historic NH Collection Firenze Porta Rossa will be rebranded as Porta Rossa Hotel Colbert Collection, combining the new brand identity with an established...Read More

Juventus Football Club has completed the acquisition of the J|hotel from Ream SGR for a total value of €23 million, further consolidating its real estate portfolio. The club was already managing the property through its subsidiary B&W Nest, and the transaction allows for the integration of ownership and operations, with the aim of improving cost...Read More

Hilton is strengthening its position in the lifestyle hospitality segment across the EMEA region through an ambitious expansion strategy that combines new openings, brand development and strategic partnerships. Among the most notable projects is the launch of Quiete Taormina Naxos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, scheduled to open next summer in Sicily with 103 rooms and...Read More

Xenia Hôtellerie Solution continues its expansion strategy through its Phi Hotels brand with the acquisition of the hotel La Ruota di Pianfei, a 4-star property near Prato Nevoso, located in the province of Cuneo. The transaction, valued at €3 million and structured through the purchase of the hotel business alongside a rent-to-buy agreement for the...Read More

Two major hospitality groups have announced the launch of new hotel brands. The British company L+R introduced Iconic Hotels & Resorts, created from the merger of its previous brands to strengthen its position in the luxury hospitality market. The group plans to invest over £200 million to upgrade its portfolio of 14 properties, including the...Read More

IHIF Berlin and ITHIC Milan 2026 strengthen their alliance: a new strategic partnership among hospitality real estate giants grants respective audience priviledged rates. The collaboration between two of the most attended forums in Europe for the world of hospitality real estate, IHIF Berlin and ITHIC Milan, returns for 2026, following the success of the collaborations...Read More

Let’s start with the basics: the term C-level refers to the top executives within a company’s hierarchy (“C” stands for “chief,” as in CEO – Chief Executive Officer). And if there’s one place packed with high-level leaders from the world of luxury hospitality, it’s ITHIC – Italian Hospitality Investment Conference, which just took place in...Read More

ITA-Italian Trade Agency and Invitalia will be attending ITHIC 2025, at stand n° 25 on the Terrace level, as part of ‘Invest in Italy’, an agreement aimed at encouraging foreign investments in Italy.   Through Invest in Italy, which includes the ITA and Invitalia Agencies, the supervisory ministries MAECI and MIMIT, the Italian Government promotes...Read More