Olala Accelerates Expansion: 250 Million to Lead Flexible Tech Hosting in Europe
Flexible Hosting operator Olala has secured an additional €150 million for its expansion plan, bringing its investment capacity to €250 million. With a business model that fuses technology and design, the company is poised for exponential growth in Spain, Greece and Italy, consolidating its position in the European market.
Europe Consolidates Tourism Leadership: Flexible Accommodation and Hotels Reach New Overnight Records
The European tourism sector has shown unprecedented vitality in the first half of 2025. According to the latest Eurostat data, overnight stays in all types of accommodation, from hotels to Flexible Accommodation, have surpassed pre-pandemic levels, signalling a full recovery and robust growth driven by both international and domestic travellers.
Booking.com Expands its Universe of Experiences: 150,000 New Attractions Join the Platform
Travel giant Booking.com is about to drastically enrich its experience offering. Thanks to an integration with FareHarbor, the platform will add 150,000 new attractions and activities globally, a strategic move to consolidate its position as a one-stop shop for the traveller and compete head-to-head with Airbnb and Expedia in Flexible Accommodation and beyond.
GMP Breaks into ‘Flex Living’ with Truliving: A New Brand to Redefine Flexible Accommodation in Madrid
The Flexible Accommodation sector in Madrid welcomes a new and powerful player. The socimi GMP has officially launched its new brand, Truliving, with which it seeks to consolidate its position in the dynamic ‘Flex Living’ market. Its first asset in Ensanche de Vallecas and an ambitious expansion plan mark the start of a new era for the company.
Flexible Hosting: Investor Boom Collides with Regulatory Uncertainty
The Flexible Housing sector in Spain is experiencing a fascinating paradox, as analysed in the programme "Intereconomía Inmobiliario". While experts such as Javier Caro warn about the growing legal uncertainty, the conclusions of the recent Vitur Forum Madrid, presented by Carlos Pérez-Lanzac, confirm that 'Flex Living' is consolidating as the "diamond" of real estate investment.
State Housing Plan 2026-2030: A Crucial Opportunity Requiring Greater Ambition, According to APCEspaña
The Spanish Association of Construction Developers (APCEspaña) welcomes the Government's initiative to launch a new State Housing Plan, but warns: it is essential that this plan goes beyond traditional measures and boldly addresses the structural problems that hinder housing production, from taxation to public-private partnerships.
HomeToGo Restructures Management to Drive Expansion in Flexible Hosting
Flexible accommodation giant HomeToGo is reshuffling its leadership team to accelerate its growth and consolidate its market position. With the promotion of Valentin Gruber to Chief Commercial Officer, the company is looking to optimise its business strategies, on the heels of the significant acquisition of Interhome.
Strategic Move on the Costa Brava: Elaia Investment Sells its Portfolio of Tourist Apartments in L'Estartit
The Flexible Accommodation market on the Costa Brava is witnessing a significant transaction. Elaia Investment Spain, Batipart's investment vehicle, has sold its portfolio of holiday flats in L'Estartit to a French family office. This divestment underlines the attractiveness of the region for international capital and the changing dynamics of the sector.
Flexible Accommodation on the Boil: Investment, Expansion and Professionalisation Mark the Sector's Pulse
The Flexible Accommodation and residential sector in Spain is undergoing an unprecedented transformation. A wave of capital is financing new projects, international operators are landing in key markets such as Madrid, and the distribution of inventory is reaching a new era of professionalisation, consolidating an increasingly sophisticated ecosystem.
The Prohibitive Cost of Luxury: The Paradox of Building Five-Star Hotels in the Age of Inflation
Building a luxury hotel is more expensive than ever, with costs exceeding $1 million per room in key markets. However, the industry is not standing still. Driven by insatiable demand and the profitability of branded residences, the construction of these temples of luxury continues, demonstrating the incredible resilience of a sector that plays in a league of its own.
From the Gulf to London: Oman's Sovereign Wealth Fund Boosts the Future of Flexible Accommodation with $7 Million Investment in UnderTheDoormat Group
The Flexible Accommodation sector reaches a new level of strategic maturity. Oman's sovereign wealth fund has injected $7 million into UK firm UnderTheDoormat Group, a partnership that seeks not only global expansion, but also the importation of technology and professional standards to transform the Omani tourism market.
The Regional Government of Madrid approves the RESIDE PLAN definitively in the Governing Council today
Madrid begins a new era in the management of its residential and tourist ecosystem. The recently approved RESIDE Plan comes into force with strong measures: it eliminates tourist flats scattered in residential buildings in the centre and establishes new rules for Flexible Accommodation throughout the city, protecting the resident and promoting affordable housing.
Seismic Moves in Flexible Accommodation: OYO and SilverDoor Redefine Global Landscape with Strategic Acquisitions and Mergers
The global Flexible Accommodation sector is in full swing, with two strategic movements that set the tone: the acquisition of MadeComfy by OYO and the merger of SilverDoor Apartments with Synergy Global Housing. These operations consolidate the market, expand the international reach and reaffirm the commitment to professional management and technology in a booming segment.
Valencia Intensifies Control: More than 12,000 Tourist Dwellings Withdrawn and an Uncertain Future for Flexible Accommodation
Valencia is leading an unprecedented regulatory offensive against non-compliant Flexible Accommodation. In just one year, the city has successfully removed more than 12,000 tourist dwellings from its register and is processing another 7,000 de-registrations. This drastic move seeks to rebalance the residential market, but raises serious questions about the impact on tourism and the local economy.
Malaga charts its own course: No Immediate Moratorium on Flexible Accommodation, Commitment to Dialogue and Regional Regulation
While other major cities are imposing restrictions, Malaga is taking a cautious stance. The mayor, Paco de la Torre, has ruled out an immediate moratorium on Flexible Accommodation licences, prioritising dialogue with the sector and waiting for a new, broader regulation from the Junta de Andalucía to address the tourist housing boom in the capital.
The Sustainable Revolution: Wooden Skyscrapers Redefine High-Rise Construction in Spain
Spain's construction sector is preparing for a seismic shift: the arrival of wooden skyscrapers. A pioneering project in Santander, promoted by the Rio Group, will usher in a new era in high-rise construction, prioritising sustainability, energy efficiency and carbon footprint reduction in the creation of flexible and residential accommodation of the future.
Boosting Affordable Housing: Housing Ministry Injects 17.2 Million Euros for Key Projects in Five Spanish Cities
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Agenda reinforces its commitment to affordable housing by allocating 17.2 million euros to five Spanish city councils. These funds, from the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan, will enable the construction and rehabilitation of housing for social and affordable rentals, as well as the promotion of innovative solutions in Flexible Housing and demand management.
Strategic Move in Valdebebas: Meridia Negotiates the Purchase of Hines Residential Assets, Redefining the Flexible Accommodation and Sales Market
The Spanish residential market is witnessing a possible strategic shift. Meridia Capital, in a change of course, is negotiating the acquisition of Hines' rental properties in Valdebebas, Madrid, with the intention of selling them. This move from build to rent to build to sell reflects the changing market dynamics, and potentially, the interest in Flexible Accommodation as a convertible asset.
Record Summer: Spain Plans Nearly 58,000 Million Euros in International Tourism Spending, Promoting a Quality Model
The Spanish tourism sector is preparing for an exceptional summer. Turespaña forecasts point to record international spending of almost 58,000 million euros and the arrival of 42 million tourists. These figures consolidate a change of model towards deseasonalisation and quality, key elements for sustainable growth and greater deconcentration of destinations.
Flexible Accommodation Expands Frontiers and Strengthens Financial Strength: An Overview of the Sector Today
The Flexible Accommodation sector in Europe is in full swing. While operators such as Libere Hospitality Group and Bob W are consolidating their international expansion with innovative projects, the financial strength of the major operators, as demonstrated by Silicius with its refinancing, underlines the confidence and strategic growth that define this segment.
