New Knight Frank data shows that investment into UK hotels has increased by nearly 200% YOY, to £6.3 billion.
Overseas buyers accounted for more than three-quarters of total capital deployed over thelast 5 years, with more than 20,000 hotel bedrooms acquired by private equity or overseas buyers. London accounted for 63% of single asset activity, with just nine hotels across the UK regions transacting for more than £10 million. Outside portfolio deals, some of the largest hotels to change hands in 2024 included Six Senses London (£180 million), The Standard (£185 million), Hyatt Place London City East (£84 million) and Motel One London Tower Hill (£56 million).
