Our Development team provides the following services:
Development Brokerage
Our team analyses and implements hotel development opportunities. We have a strong track record in transacting properties with hotel development potential, often with different planning designations. The team has worked on properties that have become from the simplest to the most luxurious hotels.
Operator Selection
We represent a varied client group, from developers to hotel owners seeking to maximise the value of their assets. Whether advising on a hotel that is part of a mixed-use scheme or an individual asset, our skill and ability to identify the optimal occupational solution is unrivalled.
We negotiate occupational leases, hotel management contracts and franchise agreements, and advise on the structuring of joint venture deals. We also offer assistance in the structuring of land rents.
Development Consulting
Much of the data, information and analysis required to determine the correct form, type and size of development is held within our team. Our experience comes from the team’s involvement in previous successful projects. However, it is often necessary to conduct more detailed, focused analyses, which is why we ofter our clients bespoke research reports to help them make informed decisions.
Our Hospitality Research function works on strategic research reports, helping to coordinate Hotel Development Advisory work across EMEA.
How we can help
Brand Environment
Our team prides itelf on having a clear understanding of the requirements of European hotel brands, thanks to constant interaction with the main market players and a global network of proactive employees at the cutting edge of the latest hotel concepts. From independent hotel innovation to international brand evolvement, we know and understand the requirements of each and thus benefit from a global vision of the market.
Occupational Options
Our goal is to provide our clients with solutions that meet their specific investment and occupancy needs. Typically our key considerations include creating absolute value, reducing development risks, accelerating sales and securing a quality hotel brand.
Development Finance
A successful development requires a stable, well structured capital stack and working with our Hospitality Capital Markets team and Debt Advisory Platform, we support client in securing appropriate debt and equity.