Accor is a global hospitality company that operates over 821,000 rooms across approximately 50 hotel brands, catering to various market segments from luxury to economy. The company's brand portfolio includes well-known names such as Ibis, which is the largest, accounting for 35% of total rooms, followed by Mercure and Novotel. Accor's operations have shifted towards an asset-light model, with a significant portion of its earnings derived from managed and franchised hotels, particularly following the sale of most of its owned assets in 2018-2019. The company maintains a strong presence in Europe and North Africa, which collectively represent 44% of its room offerings, while Asia-Pacific accounts for 34%, the Americas for 13%, and the remaining 10% is spread across India, the Middle East, and Africa. Accor also extends its services beyond accommodation, offering entertainment, dining, coworking solutions, and business services to enhance guest experiences and operational performance.
Travelsify is an innovative company that operates the first Augmented Brand DNA Intelligence platform, specializing in the creation of Hotel Brand DNA®, Hotel DNA®, Restaurant DNA®, and Destination DNA® data. The platform utilizes Explainable AI technology to assess how hotels, brands, and destinations deliver experiences and resonate with customers, while also evaluating their performance against competitors. By characterizing each entity with a unique weighted sequence of experience-defining attributes, Travelsify provides valuable insights for brand strategists, hotel developers, property owners, and investors. The company is focused on enhancing personalization in the hospitality industry, enabling brands and distributors to differentiate their offerings and monetize their products effectively. Headquartered in Luxembourg and with an office in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Travelsify aims to transform the way travel experiences are searched and personalized.
21c Museum Hotel & Proof on Main
Acquisition in 2018
21c Museum Hotel & Proof on Main is a hospitality company that offers banquet services.
SBE Entertainment
Acquisition in 2018
The company is founded on the core belief that hospitality is about not only enjoying impeccable service and luxurious amenities, but also having meaningful cultural experiences and meeting like-minded people in environments that match your personal style. The sbe collection invites you to stay, dine and play your way from coast to coast and around the world. Already a proven leader in the hospitality and real estate industries, sbe has more than 100 properties currently operating or in development, and has expanded several of its flagship brands including SLS Hotels, Katsuya, The Bazaar by José Andrés, Hyde Lounge and The Redbury, nationally and internationally. The company will debut a new slates of hotel & residence properties in 2016, including the recently announced Hyde Hotel & Residences and SLS Lux Hotel & Residences. Founded in 2002 by Chairman and CEO Sam Nazarian, sbe is a privately held company.
Adoria
Acquisition in 2018
Adoria is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform based in Bordeaux, France, specializing in the catering industry by optimizing supply management. The company offers technology management services, including website management, and develops data-processing solutions that enhance the efficiency of enterprises. Adoria serves approximately 2,700 organizations, including major catering groups, and connects over 300,000 active users with more than 800 manufacturers and distributors. As of June 2018, Adoria operates as a subsidiary of Accor SA.
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts
Acquisition in 2018
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts, an international upscale hotel management company with over 16,000 staff members, is represented in 24 countries with 83 hotels, resorts and Nile cruisers currently in operation. Around 20 properties are planned or under construction, including those in Chiang Mai (Thailand), Bali (Indonesia) and Marrakech (Morocco). Focusing on expanding within its core markets of Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia, Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts specialises in business and conference hotels, as well as holiday resorts, all reflecting a sense of place and respect for their local communities. Of Swiss heritage and with headquarters in central Switzerland (Baar), Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts is passionate about delivering premium service and culinary enjoyment – all with a personal touch. Committed to supporting sustainable environments, Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has become the most Green Globe-certified hotel company in the world. The hotel company is owned by Mövenpick Holding (66.7%) and the Kingdom Group (33.3%).
Mantis Collection
Acquisition in 2018
Mantis Group, a collection of award winning, privately owned, managed and branded five star properties and lodges located around the world, across all seven continents. From boutique hotels, eco lodges, game reserves and luxury houseboats to adventure tourism as well as a bespoke tour operating division.
Mantra Group
Acquisition in 2017
Mantra Group Limited is an Australian accommodation operator that manages a diverse portfolio of hotels, resorts, and serviced apartments under the brands Peppers, Mantra, Art Series, and BreakFree. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Surfers Paradise, the company has established itself as a prominent player in the hospitality sector, boasting a network of over 135 properties and approximately 22,000 rooms across Australia, New Zealand, and Indonesia. With its focus on delivering quality accommodations, Mantra Group has become the second largest operator of its kind in Australia, offering a range of options to cater to both leisure and business travelers. As of 2018, Mantra Group operates as a subsidiary of AAPC Limited.
Gekko Group
Acquisition in 2017
Gekko Group is a French business travel hotel reservation company that operates worldwide. It offers search and reservations across more than 500,000 budget and luxury hotels worldwide and allows business travelers to manage and track their online payments.The company has operations in France, Belgium, Spain, and Portugal and has more than 300 corporate customers and 14,000 travel agencies through its subsidiaries: HCorpo, Teldar Travel, Teldar Travel Biz, Miles Attack, and Infinite Hotel.
Availpro
Acquisition in 2017
Founded in 2001, Availpro is a prominent provider of e-booking software solutions designed to enhance hotel occupancy and revenue while reducing costs. The company offers a fully integrated online distribution system that enables hotel owners to manage all aspects of their operations, from hotel management to distribution channels. Availpro equips managers with innovative tools to optimize pricing, maximize commission-free bookings through official websites, and streamline decision-making processes. The company has developed extensive expertise in creating connectivity solutions that link various software platforms, partnering with over 300 companies worldwide, including major online travel agencies and global distribution systems. This commitment to simplifying the distribution process and enhancing efficiency positions Availpro as a reliable and high-performance tool for the hospitality industry. With a dedicated international team of 75 professionals, Availpro continues to focus on delivering effective solutions for its clients.
Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts
Post in 2016
Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts, founded in 1994 and headquartered in Singapore, is an international hospitality brand known for managing and developing premium resorts, hotels, and spas. The company began with a single boutique resort in Phuket and has since expanded its portfolio to include over 20 resorts and hotels, more than 60 spas, over 70 retail galleries, and three golf courses across multiple regions, including Southeast Asia and the Middle East. Banyan Tree operates under five distinct brands: Banyan Tree, Angsana, Cassia, Dhawa, and Laguna. Its business segments include property sales, which encompass hotel residences and development projects, and a fee-based segment that covers hotel and resort management, spa operations, and various additional services.
25hours Hotels
Funding Round in 2016
25hours Hotels is a collection of contemporary hotels based in Hamburg, Germany, with properties located in major cities across Western Europe, including Hamburg, Frankfurt, Vienna, Zurich, and Berlin. The nine hotels provide a modern hospitality experience, featuring amenities such as dining options, lodging, conference facilities, and swimming pools. The company is expanding its portfolio with future projects planned for Munich, Cologne, Dusseldorf, and Paris.
Onefinestay
Acquisition in 2016
Onefinestay is a provider of accommodation booking services that specializes in short-term stays in boutique homes and villas. Founded in London in 2009, the company connects homeowners with travelers seeking unique lodging experiences. Onefinestay manages the entire process for hosts, from marketing their properties to overseeing guest interactions, thereby allowing homeowners to earn additional income while they are away. For guests, the service offers a personalized way to experience a city, with dedicated support available 24/7 during their stay. With offices in Paris, New York, and Los Angeles, Onefinestay aims to redefine hospitality by creating a new category of accommodation that emphasizes quality and craftsmanship.
Squarebreak
Funding Round in 2016
Squarebreak, offering to guests through a digital platform private upscale properties in resort locations, primarily in France, Spain and Morocco, and leveraging local property managers on behalf of homeowners by using hotel management techniques and services.
FRHI Holdings
Acquisition in 2015
FRHI Holdings Ltd, parent of the Fairmont, Raffles and Swissotel chains,
FastBooking
Acquisition in 2015
FastBooking specializes in providing innovative e-marketing and internet-based solutions tailored for the hospitality industry. The company focuses on enhancing profitability for independent hotels and hotel groups by maximizing direct bookings and increasing brand visibility in the digital marketplace. FastBooking develops and designs hotel websites, online marketing programs, and direct booking systems, while also facilitating integration with third-party booking platforms. This comprehensive approach allows hotels to optimize inventory management and pricing strategies across various online sales channels. In 2012, FastBooking achieved a gross bookings value exceeding €500 million, reflecting its significant impact on the revenue generation of approximately 8,000 hotels.
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