Key Points
- Certares closed its first real estate hospitality fund with $284 million in equity commitments, focusing on U.S. growth markets.
- The fund has invested in 10 hotels, including properties like AC Hotel Santa Rosa and EAST Miami, totaling over 2,100 keys.
- Certares plans to use its travel distribution assets to boost demand and gain market insights for its hospitality investments.
Summary
Certares, a private equity firm with a focus on travel, has closed a $284 million fund dedicated to hospitality real estate. Concentrating on U.S. growth markets, the fund has already invested in 10 hotels, encompassing more than 2,100 keys. Leveraging its travel distribution assets, Certares aims to enhance demand and gather market intelligence, with an active pipeline for future investments.