Accor

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.

Marine Dargon

Vice President, Orient Express Silenseas

Past deals in Tourism

Alltheway

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Alltheway is a company focused on enhancing the travel experience for global travelers by providing an all-in-one travel companion. Its platform aims to reduce the stress associated with long-haul travel by offering real-time information on various travel options. Additionally, Alltheway enhances trips by enabling intermodal travel journeys and incorporates RFID bag tracking to streamline luggage management. This comprehensive approach helps passengers enjoy a smoother and more efficient end-to-end travel experience.

Travelsify

Venture Round in 2018
Travelsify S.A., established in 2016 and headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg, with additional offices in Cambridge, MA, USA, specializes in developing an innovative content platform called Travelsify Hotel DNA. This platform characterizes every hotel worldwide by a unique sequence of experience-defining metadata, such as ambiance, design, dining options, and more. Travelsify serves various clients, including online travel agencies, hotel groups, and AI-driven travel services, by providing real-time, data-driven insights to enhance the booking experience and enable personalized hotel recommendations.

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.

Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts

Acquisition in 2018
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts, headquartered in Baar, Switzerland, is an international upscale hotel management company operating in 27 countries. It manages a portfolio of 84 hotels and resorts, totaling 20,000 rooms, across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. The company specializes in business and conference hotels, as well as holiday resorts, each reflecting local culture and community. Mövenpick is renowned for its premium service and culinary offerings, with a commitment to sustainability, as evident in its status as the world's most Green Globe-certified hotel company. The company is owned by Mövenpick Holding (66.7%) and the Kingdom Group (33.3%).

ResDiary

Acquisition in 2018
ResDiary provides a web-based reservation and table-management tool to restaurant operators around the world. The ResDiary system is currently used in over 8,800 restaurants, in 59 countries, to take online bookings through their websites, facebook pages and through Twitter as well as by telephone and to process walk in bookings. Currently processing 180 million covers a year. No special equipment is needed to access the system, just a browser on a PC or other device. Users may also access their diaries through smartphones and through the native ipad App. ResDiary is charged for on a flat monthly fee basis, with no additional charges for bookings taken through the restaurant's website, Facebook page, Twitter account or through book.resdiary.com the portal operated for ResDiary customers by ResDiary. Established in 2004, the ResDiary system was brought to market in 2006 and is marketed in the UK, Ireland, Italy, Portugal, the Netherlands and New Zealand directly by ResDiary and in Canada, USA, Australia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Hong Kong, the UAE, Kazahkstan, the Czech Republic, Denmark and Norway by a network of partners. ResDiary became 100% subsidiary of ACCORHOTELS in April 2018.

Mantis Collection

Acquisition in 2018
Mantis Collection (Pty) Ltd. is a hospitality company that manages a diverse portfolio of five-star properties, including boutique hotels, eco-lodges, tented camps, game reserves, villas, ski lodges, and luxury houseboats. Founded in 2000 and based in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, the company has expanded its reach to include offices in North America and the United Kingdom, as well as a presence in several European countries, South America, Australia, and India. Mantis Collection also provides sales, marketing, and management solutions to its member properties, along with consulting services in areas such as conservation, education, and hotel development. The company is recognized for its commitment to delivering exceptional experiences across various forms of luxury accommodation and adventure tourism.

VeryChic

Acquisition in 2017
VeryChic is an online travel platform based in Paris, France, specializing in providing discounted rates on luxury accommodations and leisure experiences. The platform offers a curated selection of four and five-star hotels, as well as cruises, tours, and various getaway options. By focusing on premium offerings, VeryChic aims to make upscale travel more accessible to consumers seeking high-quality experiences at competitive prices.

Travel Keys

Acquisition in 2017
Travel Keys is a luxury travel brokerage specializing in a curated selection of approximately 5,000 personally inspected villas across more than 75 destinations, including the Caribbean, Mexico, Hawaii, Europe, Asia, Africa, and the United States. With nearly 25 years of experience, the company focuses on delivering exceptional vacation home rental experiences that are both effortless and rewarding. Travel Keys ensures that each villa meets high standards of quality, allowing clients to enjoy personalized service and professional vacation planning tailored to their needs.

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.

Oasis Collections II

Funding Round in 2016
Oasis Collections is a hospitality company founded in 2009 and headquartered in Miami, Florida. It specializes in providing travelers with a unique accommodation experience by offering handpicked homes and villas across Europe, the United States, and Latin America. The company combines the quality and service typical of hotels with the comfort and authenticity of private home rentals. Guests benefit from personalized service, which includes in-person check-in and check-out, fresh linens and toiletries, and on-demand concierge services, allowing them to seamlessly connect with the top destinations around the world.

Squarebreak

Funding Round in 2016
Squarebreak operates a digital platform that connects guests with private upscale properties in resort locations, focusing primarily on France, Spain, and Morocco. The company utilizes local property managers to provide hotel-like management services, ensuring a high standard of hospitality for tourists. In addition to offering a selection of premium accommodations, Squarebreak supports homeowners by facilitating the rental of their properties for short-term stays, thereby maximizing their investment while enhancing the guest experience.

FRHI Holdings

Acquisition in 2015
FRHI Holdings Ltd, parent of the Fairmont, Raffles and Swissotel chains,

Site59

Series C in 2002
Site59 is an online travel agency that specializes in direct-to-consumer travel services. The platform offers a range of travel-related applications designed to enhance the user experience while securing competitive prices. In addition to its comprehensive travel services, Site59 prioritizes customer support by providing assistance 24 hours a day, ensuring that users have access to help whenever needed.
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