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Photo credit: New Zealand International Convention Centre
Off to a flying start

Market sentiment across the hotels, tourism and leisure sector remains strong as international visitor numbers rebound to around 97 percent of pre-pandemic levels. While deals slowed last year, nationwide activity has lifted since mid-January.

Photo credit: Coronet Ridge Resort
Peak luxury at Coronet Ridge

As one of the closest luxury properties to Coronet Peak, recently opened Coronet Ridge Resort takes the crown as a premier Queenstown destination for travellers seeking refined comfort and exceptional natural scenery.

Photo credit: New Zealand International Convention Centre
Pipeline to property

New Zealand’s hotel development sector continues to draw strong interest from global investors, with a robust pipeline of deals over the past 18 months turning into completed assets and market delivery, with more to come.

Open for business

Turning the country’s economic ship around has been a slow process, but the outlook for the hotels, tourism and leisure sector is bright as investment fundamentals improve.

Investment stimulus

The hotels, tourism and leisure (HTL) sector could get a big shot in the arm from refreshed immigration and investment policy settings.

Key to the market

There’s unprecedented interest in New Zealand hotels assets, with international buyers eyeing stable returns and inherent growth, given our welcoming investment environment.

Moving the dial

Opportunity and upswing collide to make 2025 a year of promise for New Zealand’s tourism sector. With rebounding visitor numbers, easing interest rates, and new investment levers in play, 2025 could well be the year of the deal.

Photo credit: Fiji Tourism
Pacific comeback

The islands are calling, and there are investment opportunities across the price and location spectrum. Record visitor numbers and expanding infrastructure are unlocking high-yield resort and leisure investment opportunities.

Franchise model drives revenue

More New Zealand hotel owners are turning to global franchise brands for scale, support and revenue uplift. Find out why the franchise model is outperforming traditional management structures, and what it could mean for your asset.

New look, new life

Hotel refurbishments allow operators to remain relevant in a competitive market, to boost guest experiences, and increase revenue potential.

Improved reception

News that international tourism has rebounded and is now the country’s second-largest export earner is a real morale boost to the hotels, tourism & leisure (HTL) sector.

Accommodation upgrade

The innovative revamp and rebranding of pivotally-located existing hotel assets is transforming accommodation options for guests.

Photo credit: New Zealand International Convention Centre
Off to a flying start

Market sentiment across the hotels, tourism and leisure sector remains strong as international visitor numbers rebound to around 97 percent of pre-pandemic levels. While deals slowed last year, nationwide activity has lifted since mid-January.

Photo credit: Coronet Ridge Resort
Peak luxury at Coronet Ridge

As one of the closest luxury properties to Coronet Peak, recently opened Coronet Ridge Resort takes the crown as a premier Queenstown destination for travellers seeking refined comfort and exceptional natural scenery.

Photo credit: New Zealand International Convention Centre
Pipeline to property

New Zealand’s hotel development sector continues to draw strong interest from global investors, with a robust pipeline of deals over the past 18 months turning into completed assets and market delivery, with more to come.

Open for business

Turning the country’s economic ship around has been a slow process, but the outlook for the hotels, tourism and leisure sector is bright as investment fundamentals improve.

Investment stimulus

The hotels, tourism and leisure (HTL) sector could get a big shot in the arm from refreshed immigration and investment policy settings.

Key to the market

There’s unprecedented interest in New Zealand hotels assets, with international buyers eyeing stable returns and inherent growth, given our welcoming investment environment.

Moving the dial

Opportunity and upswing collide to make 2025 a year of promise for New Zealand’s tourism sector. With rebounding visitor numbers, easing interest rates, and new investment levers in play, 2025 could well be the year of the deal.

Photo credit: Fiji Tourism
Pacific comeback

The islands are calling, and there are investment opportunities across the price and location spectrum. Record visitor numbers and expanding infrastructure are unlocking high-yield resort and leisure investment opportunities.

Franchise model drives revenue

More New Zealand hotel owners are turning to global franchise brands for scale, support and revenue uplift. Find out why the franchise model is outperforming traditional management structures, and what it could mean for your asset.

New look, new life

Hotel refurbishments allow operators to remain relevant in a competitive market, to boost guest experiences, and increase revenue potential.

Improved reception

News that international tourism has rebounded and is now the country’s second-largest export earner is a real morale boost to the hotels, tourism & leisure (HTL) sector.

Accommodation upgrade

The innovative revamp and rebranding of pivotally-located existing hotel assets is transforming accommodation options for guests.

Photo credit: New Zealand International Convention Centre
Off to a flying start

Market sentiment across the hotels, tourism and leisure sector remains strong as international visitor numbers rebound to around 97 percent of pre-pandemic levels. While deals slowed last year, nationwide activity has lifted since mid-January.

Photo credit: Coronet Ridge Resort
Peak luxury at Coronet Ridge

As one of the closest luxury properties to Coronet Peak, recently opened Coronet Ridge Resort takes the crown as a premier Queenstown destination for travellers seeking refined comfort and exceptional natural scenery.

Photo credit: New Zealand International Convention Centre
Pipeline to property

New Zealand’s hotel development sector continues to draw strong interest from global investors, with a robust pipeline of deals over the past 18 months turning into completed assets and market delivery, with more to come.

Open for business

Turning the country’s economic ship around has been a slow process, but the outlook for the hotels, tourism and leisure sector is bright as investment fundamentals improve.

Investment stimulus

The hotels, tourism and leisure (HTL) sector could get a big shot in the arm from refreshed immigration and investment policy settings.

Key to the market

There’s unprecedented interest in New Zealand hotels assets, with international buyers eyeing stable returns and inherent growth, given our welcoming investment environment.

Moving the dial

Opportunity and upswing collide to make 2025 a year of promise for New Zealand’s tourism sector. With rebounding visitor numbers, easing interest rates, and new investment levers in play, 2025 could well be the year of the deal.

Photo credit: Fiji Tourism
Pacific comeback

The islands are calling, and there are investment opportunities across the price and location spectrum. Record visitor numbers and expanding infrastructure are unlocking high-yield resort and leisure investment opportunities.

Franchise model drives revenue

More New Zealand hotel owners are turning to global franchise brands for scale, support and revenue uplift. Find out why the franchise model is outperforming traditional management structures, and what it could mean for your asset.

New look, new life

Hotel refurbishments allow operators to remain relevant in a competitive market, to boost guest experiences, and increase revenue potential.

Improved reception

News that international tourism has rebounded and is now the country’s second-largest export earner is a real morale boost to the hotels, tourism & leisure (HTL) sector.

Accommodation upgrade

The innovative revamp and rebranding of pivotally-located existing hotel assets is transforming accommodation options for guests.