Indonesian Government Opposes Bali Airbnb Ban
Indonesia’s central government has opposed Bali’s proposed Airbnb ban, citing tourism and SME risks. Plus, more hotel deal and development news.
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Hanoi Sees International Arrivals Rise 24%
In the first 9 months of 2025, Hanoi hosted 26 million visitors, up 24% year-over-year. Plus, hotel deal and development news.
Prism Secures $5.6 Million Funding for Sunday PropTech Unit
The Ascott Limited announced its Citadines hotels portfolio has surpassed 200 hotels with plans to open another 20 under the upper-midscale brand by the end of 2026. The launches include Citadines on the Pier Hobart in Australia, Citadines…
Two Large San Francisco Hotels Could Be Sold Soon
The 1,921-room Hilton Union Square, the city’s largest hotel, and the 1,024-room Parc 55 are expected to be sold to an unidentified buyer. Plus more hotel and development news.
The Maldives Sees 9% Tourism Growth
The Maldives welcomed 1.29 million tourists by July 2025, marking a 9.5% increase year-on-year, with strong off-season growth. Read on for APAC hotel deal and development news.
Japan Records 21.5 Million Foreign Visitors in First Half of 2025
Japan recorded 21.5 million foreign visitors in first half of 2025, breaking previous record of 17.78 million in 2024.
Minor Hotels Unveils 4 New Brands in Global Expansion Push
Minor Hotels added four new hotel brands. Goldman Sachs buys a Seoul hotel. Kasumigaseki will list on the stock market in Japan.
Mint House Announces Expansion Into Washington, D.C
Mint House announced its expansion into Washington, D.C., with the grand opening of its newest property, and other hotel development news.
India International Visitor Spending Hits Record High
International tourism revenue in India soared to $36.8 billion in 2024, marking a 9% increase above pre-pandemic levels.
KSL Capital Partners Takes Majority Stake in Soneva
Small private equity firm KSL Capital Partners took a majority interest in sustainable luxury hotel brand Soneva.