Global real estate advisory firm Savills has acquired a majority stake in Hotelivate, in a move that underscores the growing importance of hospitality as a core real estate asset class across Asia Pacific. The combined entity, to operate as Hotelivate-Savills, is positionedย to deliver integrated advisory solutions spanning strategy, capital markets, and transaction execution.
Hospitality Emerges as Core Real Estate Asset
The transaction comes at a time when hotels and branded residences are increasingly being viewed through the lens of institutional real estate. Strong operatingย performance, rising occupancy levels, and growing investor appetite have repositioned hospitality assets from cyclical investments to long-term portfolio plays.
Across Asia Pacific, particularly in South Asia, the sector is witnessing heightened activity driven by expanding branded supply, infrastructure-led growth, and increasing cross-border capital inflows. As deal sizes grow and asset structures become more complex, investors are seeking advisory platforms that can seamlessly integrate real estate expertise with sector-specific insights.
Integrated Advisory Model Gains Relevance
With this acquisition, Savills is strengthening its ability to offer end-to-end real estate advisory in the hospitality segmentโcovering valuations, capital structuring, feasibility, operator selection, and transactions under one platform.
Hotelivateโs established presence in key markets such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bangkok, Dubai, Jakarta, and Singapore adds a strong regional layer to Savillsโ global network spanning over 70 countries. The integration enables a more coordinated approach to deal-making, particularly for institutional investors, developers, and asset owners looking to scale or diversify portfolios.
Strategic Focus on South Asia Growth
Savills has identified South Asia as a high-growth real estate market, with hospitality playing a central role in its expansion strategy. The regionโs rising domestic travel demand, improving connectivity, and increasing interest from global operators are driving new development and investment opportunities.
The addition of Hotelivate strengthens Savillsโ positioning in this segment, allowing it to tap into the full lifecycle of hospitality assetsโfrom concept and development to stabilization and exit.
Scaling Advisory for Complex Transactions
Hotelivate has built a strong reputation as a specialist advisory firm, working closely with developers and investors on high-value hospitality projects. Its expertise in feasibility analysis, asset management, and operator negotiations complements Savillsโ strengths in capital markets and cross-border transactions.
The unified platform aims to cater to increasingly sophisticated investor requirements, particularly as hospitality assets become more institutionalised and integrated into diversified real estate portfolios.
A Shift Towards Institutionalisation
The formation of Hotelivate-Savills reflects a broader shift in the real estate industry, where hospitality is no longer treated as a niche segment but as a scalable, yield-generating asset class. Investors are now prioritising data-driven decision-making, professional asset management, and global advisory capabilities.
By combining sector depth with global reach, the new entity is expected to play a key role in shaping hospitality investment strategies across the region, bridging the gap between real estate capital and operational performance.
As the lines between real estate and hospitality continue to blur, this acquisition signals a clear intent: to build a future-ready advisory platform aligned with the evolving dynamics of global property markets.
