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Archer Capital Secures Homewood Suites Augusta in 2025
ARCHER CAPITAL GROUP acquired the 65-key Homewood Suites by Hilton Augusta in Augusta, Georgia, from an institutional seller, according to Hunter Hotel Advisors. Miami-based Archer is led by CEO Bakul Sanghvi and Managing Principal Rahil Sanghvi.
"Mayank handled this transaction with utmost professionalism," Rahil Sanghvi said. "I want to thank all parties involved in the acquisition."
The hotel is near Augusta National Golf Club and downtown Augusta, which offers dining, nightlife and attractions. Nearby are the U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence, Fort Eisenhower, Augusta University, the Medical College of Georgia and Doctors Hospital of Augusta. Amenities include a fitness center and an outdoor pool.
"This transaction adds another strong asset to Archer Capital Group’s portfolio, enhancing the company’s presence in the market," said Patel. "The synergies created through this acquisition will create operational efficiencies and long-term value."
In November, Archer reportedly purchased the 94-key Residence Inn by Marriott Denver North Westminster, its fifth purchase in 2024.
Recently, Dhaval Patel-led MD Hospitality and Pulse Hospitality jointly acquired the 76-room Homewood Suites by Hilton Chattanooga-Hamilton Place in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Pulse Hospitality specializes in hospitality industry sourcing and supply.
SREE Hotels opened the 136-key TownePlace Suites by Marriott Charlotte in North Carolina.
Charlotte, NC–based firm is led by Chairman Ravi Patel and Vice Chairman Chandra Patel.
The hotel is near Charlotte Douglas Airport, Carowinds and the Billy Graham Library.
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Charlotte LoSo is now open in Charlotte, North Carolina. The 136-key, five-story hotel is owned by SREE Hotels, LLC.
The property is near Charlotte Douglas International Airport, Carowinds Amusement Park, the Billy Graham Library, Bank of America Stadium, the Charlotte Regional Farmers Market, Spectrum Center and Truist Field, SREE Hotels said in a statement. It includes a fitness center, outdoor patio, swimming pool and 1,140 square feet of meeting space.
Charlotte–based SREE Hotels is led by Chairman Ravi Patel and Vice Chairman Chandra Patel.
“We are excited to expand our portfolio with this conversion and to bring the TownePlace Suites brand back to Charlotte,” said Vinay Patel, SREE Hotels’ principal and head of external affairs. “The renovation and conversion of this hotel creates a destination for travelers to Charlotte.”
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6R Capital sold the 129-room EVEN Hotel Norwalk in Connecticut to V2 Capital.
It is near Merritt 7 Corporate Park, Norwalk Hospital and the Maritime Aquarium.
Hunter Hotel Advisors brokered the deal.
6R CAPITAL GROUP, a New York real estate investment and development firm, sold the 129-room EVEN Hotel Norwalk in Norwalk, Connecticut, to V2 Capital Management, a Connecticut real estate investment firm. The details of the transaction, brokered by Hunter Hotel Advisors, were undisclosed.
The hotel is near Merritt 7 Corporate Park, Booking Holdings, FactSet Research, Datto, other Norwalk corporations, Norwalk Hospital and the Maritime Aquarium, Hunter said in a statement. It has 746 square feet of meeting space and a fitness center.
6R Capital is led by cofounders and Managing Partners Shai Shamir and Oz Levi.
“We originally acquired the property as part of a broader portfolio,” said Shamir. “Over the past two years, we completed an extensive PIP and refreshed the hotel to align with the new design standards. This transaction reflects our strategy of identifying opportunities, creating value through repositioning and delivering results for our partners.”
Spencer Davidson, senior vice president at Hunter, facilitated the transaction.
Hersha Hotels & Resorts recently sold The Boxer Boston, an 80-room hotel in the West End, to Eurostars Hotels for $23.6 million.
Hideaway Inns opened the 56-room Hideaway Inn Mt. Sunapee in New Hampshire.
The hotel is managed by Revival Hotels.
Both companies are led by founder and CEO Saxton Sharad.
Hideaway Inn Mt. Sunapee is now open in Mt. Sunapee, New Hampshire. The 55-room hotel was developed by Hideaway Inns and is managed by Revival Hotels, both led by founder and CEO Saxton Sharad.
The first Hideaway Inn hotel is near Lake Sunapee State Beach, Sunapee Harbor, Colby-Sawyer College and Dartmouth College, Hideaway Inns said in a statement. It provides access to year-round activities on Mt. Sunapee, including skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking and festivals.
“We created Hideaway Inns to fill a gap in the market—providing convenient access to destinations travelers love, but in places big brands often overlook,” said Sharad. “With a focus on thoughtful design, social spaces, and frictionless technology, we are building something different. The Mt. Sunapee property sets the tone for the brand and we could not be more excited to kick off our journey here. With three properties slated to open by the end of the year and 25 over the next five years, this is only the beginning.”
Two Hideaway Inn properties are under development in Mount Snow, Vermont, and Sugar Hill, New Hampshire, with openings expected by year’s end, the company said. The brand is targeting regional markets in the Northeast and areas underserved by traditional hotels.
The Mt. Sunapee hotel uses technology support from Revival Hotels’ for direct-to-door check-in, the company said. The HI Innsider Guide app offers recommendations, local information and property details. Shared spaces include the Living Room with shuffleboard, a vinyl library, board games and a fireplace.
Arora Group and Deva Capital acquired Novotel London West in Hammersmith.
The deal expands Arora’s London portfolio, including the InterContinental London – The O2.
In July, the group also acquired Bloc Hotels, a short-stay operator.
UK-BASED ARORA GROUP and Deva Capital recently acquired the 630-room Novotel London West in Hammersmith. It is Arora’s second London deal, taking its portfolio to more than 20 hotels and 8,000 rooms.
The hotel has more than 630 rooms and conference facilities for up to 3,000 delegates across 33 meeting spaces, Arora said in a statement.
Arora Group, founded and chaired by Surinder Arora, is a hotel and property developer. Deva Capital, the investment arm of Banco Santander’s Alternative Investments division, focuses on real estate debt, equity and corporate solutions.
“In partnership with Deva Capital, we are delighted to welcome Novotel London West into the Arora portfolio,” said Arora. “This acquisition reflects our commitment to expanding in key UK locations, particularly central London. The hotel’s meetings and events capacity aligns with our strategy and we look forward to building on its success.”
The deal adds to Arora’s London portfolio, which includes the InterContinental London – The O2. In July, the group also acquired Bloc Hotels, focused on short-stay properties.
Arora Hotels, a division of the group, presently operates more than 7,000 rooms across airport and city centre locations, with projects under way. Its portfolio includes Sofitel, Novotel, Renaissance, InterContinental, Holiday Inn, Crowne Plaza, Hilton and Fairmont brands, as well as independent hotels such as Arora Gatwick Crawley and Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa, which is being redeveloped as the group’s second Fairmont property.
Hersha Hotels & Resorts sold The Boxer Boston to Eurostars Hotels.
The company acquired the property in 2012 for $12.6 million.
The property now sold for $23.6 million.
HERSHA HOTELS & RESORTS sold The Boxer Boston, an 80-room hotel in Boston’s West End, to Eurostars Hotels, part of Spain’s Grupo Hotusa. The company, which reportedly acquired the property in 2012 for $12.6 million, received $23.6 million for it.
The seven-story hotel, built in 1904, is near TD Garden, the Charles River Esplanade, One Congress, North Station and Massachusetts General Hospital, said JLL Hotels & Hospitality, which brokered the sale. It also has a fitness center.
Hersha Hotels & Resorts is part of the Hersha Group, founded in 1984 by Hasu Shah. Jay Shah serves as senior advisor and his brother Neil Shah is president and CEO.
JLL Managing Director Alan Suzuki, Senior Director Matthew Enright and Associate Emily Zhang represented the seller.
"The Boxer’s prime location at the crossroads of Boston's West End, North End and Downtown districts, combined with its strong cash flow and its unencumbered status regarding brand and management, made this an exceptionally attractive investment," said Suzuki. "Boston continues to demonstrate resilient lodging fundamentals driven by its diverse demand generators, including world-class educational institutions, medical facilities, corporate presence and convention and leisure attractions."
The property will become the Spanish hotel chain Eurostars’ fifth U.S. hotel, supporting the group’s North American expansion, the statement said.
Amancio López Seijas, president of Grupo Hotusa and Eurostars Hotels Co., said the addition of Eurostars’ The Boxer strengthens the company’s presence in key locations and promotes urban tourism.