WFW Sydney moves to St. James Centre on Elizabeth Street30 April 2026
St James Centre has been redeveloped with a strong emphasis on adaptive reuse and building performance.
Insights
Featured Topics
UK CMA investigation into collusion by hotel chains26 March 2026
On 2 March, the UK CMA launched an investigation into whether three of the six major global hotel chains were sharing ‘competitively sensitive’ information through CoStar’s STR data analytics tool.
Branded Residences Guide6 March 2026
In collaboration with Global Branded Residences, we are proud to present our Branded Residences Guide – a practical overview of the evolving landscape, playbook and commercial dynamics shaping this fast-growing asset class.
Thailand Hotel Investment Guide23 February 2026
Savills Hotels and Watson Farley & Williams are proud to present the first Vietnam Hotel Investment Guide, offering insights into one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic hospitality markets.
Vietnam Hotel Investment Guide15 October 2025
Savills Hotels and Watson Farley & Williams are proud to present the first Vietnam Hotel Investment Guide, offering insights into one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic hospitality markets.
WFW advises Ovolo on strategic APAC franchise partnership with Wyndham15 October 2025
Under the agreement, Ovolo retains brand and operational control of the hotels whilst exclusively partnering with Wyndham for distribution and to pursue franchised growth opportunities throughout the Asia Pacific region.
Indonesia Hotel Investment Guide21 October 2024
JLL’s Hotels & Hospitality Group and Watson Farley & Williams are delighted to present the first Indonesia Hotel Investment Guide. This comprehensive guide aims to provide investors with insights encompassing not only investment considerations but also the legal dimension of hotel investment in Indonesia.
Investor-State Update: ICSID Annulment in Almasryia v. Kuwait Holds Lessons for Hotel and Hospitality Investors10 May 2024
In a first-of-its kind ruling, an ICSID ad hoc committee has annulled an investment treaty arbitration award issued under Rule 41(5), which allows expedited dismissal of claims that manifestly lack legal merit. We examine the rulings and consider the implications for the hotel and hospitality sector at large.
WFW expands Australian disputes offering with new partner hire18 April 2023
Nathan specialises in public international law, international commercial and investment treaty arbitration and cross-border disputes.
WFW Maldives deal wins HICAP ‘M&A Deal of the Year 2022’2 November 2022
The HICAP Deal of the Year Awards highlight the most dynamic deals and developments and honour the ongoing achievements of the industry’s leaders.
WFW advises Universal Enterprises and Marriott International on major sale of Maldivian resorts29 September 2022
The deal represents the first ever hospitality portfolio transaction to take place in the Maldives.
WFW expands Asia Pacific Hotels & Hospitality practice with Sydney Special Counsel hire1 August 2022
Greg has extensive experience in a broad variety of real estate and corporate work for clients in the hotels and hospitality sector.
