Travel and tourism remains one of the world’s most dynamic and rapidly evolving sectors. To capture opportunities in this competitive market, businesses need a legal partner with industry insight, innovative strategies and the ability to navigate complex, cross-border issues. Paul Hastings delivers.

Client Successes

• Red Sea Global: Advising on two multibillion-dollar luxury integrated projects: The Red Sea Project (50 hotels/resorts, 1,000 residences) and Amaala (25 hotels/resorts, 900 residences).

• Watermark Capital Partners: Formation of a $1 billion fund to acquire five-star hotels and resorts across the U.S.

• citizenM: $355 million sale of its brand and related intellectual property to Marriott International (Nasdaq: MAR) as well as in connection with the $685 million senior and mezzanine loans financing of a 14-hotel U.S. portfolio.

• Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings Ltd.: Multibillion-dollar joint venture with Four Seasons to launch Four Seasons Yachts, covering yacht development, operations and licensing.

• New York City Football Club: $800 million stadium development and related joint venture agreements for U.S. expansion.

• MGM Resorts International: Landmark long-term licensing agreement with Marriott International creating the MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy, spanning 17 MGM resorts.

• Extell Development Company: $2 billion expansion of Deer Valley Ski Resort in Park City, involving joint development agreements, construction loans and refinancing.

Guiding Hospitality Clients to Success

Our market-leading Hospitality team advises on the most high-profile hotel, resort and leisure projects worldwide. Leveraging our multidisciplinary platform, we deliver integrated counsel across real estate, finance, corporate, tax, employment, IP, litigation and regulatory matters — supporting clients seamlessly through every stage of the hospitality lifecycle, from development and investment to operations, restructuring and exit.

We represent developers, lenders, investors, owners and operators on their most critical matters — whether negotiating joint ventures, structuring capital stacks, advising on brand and licensing, resolving disputes or addressing workforce challenges. Our team combines global capabilities with deep sector knowledge to advance our clients’ objectives.

A Leader in Hospitality

• Global reach: 100+ lawyers advising on virtually every type of hospitality and leisure project.

• Deal insight: Extensive experience on both sides of the table, giving clients a clear view of opportunities and risks.

• Industry knowledge: We know the market and help shape it, representing leading names such as Apollo, Ares, Blackstone, citizenM, Dubai World, Elliott, Equinox, Fontainebleau, Fort Partners, MGM, Montage, Nobu, Oaktree, Related, Reuben Brothers, Rockwood, sbe, Sonder, Starwood, Sunstone, Watermark, Witkoff and many others.

• Forward perspective: Our work on transactions across North America, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, Asia and the Middle East positions us at the forefront of what’s next in hospitality.

Industry Recognition

• “Paul Hastings has superior experience in the hospitality space, in terms of market knowledge and thought leadership.” – Chambers USA

• “The group is extremely proficient and current on industry matters, financial trends and markets. The practitioners are incredibly smart and hardworking.” – Chambers USA

• “Paul Hastings stands out for its comprehensive global reach and depth of industry knowledge.” – Chambers USA