2020 Canadian Hotel Lending Survey – COVID-19 Edition
Each year, HVS reviews and analyzes the Canadian hotel lending environment following a comprehensive survey. With the unprecedented change that 2020 has brought, this year’s survey looks to gain clarity on the current lending environment and the overall health of the hotel finance sector across the nation.
The Impact of COVID-19 on the European Hotel Sector
A review of how European hotels have been affected by COVID-19 thus far and a forecast of the expected recovery over the next few years. This article also explores the factors that will influence willing buyers and sellers and looks at different scenarios to assess the evolution of EBITDA and value ranges. Note: This article first appeared in Bird & Bird's quarterly newsletter.
Hotel investors across Europe have ‘wall of money’ and confidence in the sector’s ability to recover
On15th September attendees at a webinar hosted by HVS, AlixPartners, Bird & Bird and EP Magazine heard a distinguished panel of experts debate the impact of the global pandemic on hotel values across Europe and whether it has, in fact, created an investment opportunity.
Opportunity to View the HVS Webinar on Global Hotel Performance & Values: Now and Moving Forward
If you would like to view the recording of the September 8, 2020, global webinar, you can access it here. It covers valuable information about the current state of the hospitality industry across global regions, as well as candid insights into the future of the hospitality industry. You can also access the related slides by clicking on the PDF button above.
The Path to Recovery - Focus on the Israel Hotel Sector
On Tuesday 1st September HVS, together with the Israel Ministry of Tourism, presented a lockdown seminar on the Israel Hotel Sector. Some 300 people joined us for this event and you are welcome to watch a video recording.
Israel Hotel Market Overview 2020 – The Path To Recovery
Tourism arrivals to Israel hit another record in 2019 growing to 4.5 million and resulting in improved hotel performance throughout. This article explores the hotel performance and development pipeline in Israel.
Hotel Operators Must Be Flexible, Be Lean and React Quickly to Change, says HVS Webinar Panellists
HVS, EP Magazine, Bird & Bird, and AlixPartners hosted a webinar for the Hotel sector on 8 July 2020. We were joined by a number of industry experts covering essential issues on how to plan for financing the re-start, including cash flow scenario planning, working capital considerations and funding options.
Beyond Borders: Hospitality Updates from Across the Globe
Industry experts from around the globe share what they are seeing in their markets today, the status of travel restrictions, how their governments are supporting the industry financially, and how they see the recovery process starting and playing out.
Social distancing and the hotel breakfast buffet: where to from here?
Could coronavirus close the hotel buffet breakfast for good? International hotel adviser Russell Kett says "the breakfast buffet is likely to become a thing of the past."
HVS Market Pulse: Vancouver, Washington
Vancouver is experiencing a development renaissance. Instilled with a new sense of confidence by The Waterfront’s ongoing success, Portland’s lesser known neighbor is buzzing with new construction projects, including office, multi-family, retail, and hotels along The Waterfront.