Leading hotel group with 250 sites enters administration – though some reservations remain secure
In a major development for the European hotel sector, Revo Hospitality (formerly HR Group) has filed for insolvency and entered a period of restructuring under self-administration. The move affects roughly 250 hotels in 12 European countries, with a large share in Germany and Austria. Bookings are guaranteed up to the end of March 2026, so current reservations remain safe for now.
Where Revo stands now and how far it reaches
Revo Hospitality, described as a European white-label hotel operator, has put about 140 companies within its network into self-administration insolvency proceedings. The group runs properties in 135 cities across Europe, operating both its own brands and sites under franchise agreements with international chains. The aim of the restructuring is to stabilise day-to-day operations and keep services running.
The company has a particularly strong footprint in Germany and Austria, where 125 hotels employ around 5,500 staff. Despite the insolvency filing, Revo says these hotels will stay open and jobs will be preserved. There are also reports of some affected hotels in Switzerland, which has prompted concern among guests and industry watchers about possible consequences across the network.
Who’s leading the restructuring and what they’re doing
The restructuring is being overseen by Gordon Geiser of GT Restructuring together with Dr Benedikt de Bruyn. As part of the plan, Revo has applied to the Federal Employment Agency for pre-financing of salary payments for January to March 2026 (Germany’s Federal Employment Agency is likely the body referred to). The measure is intended to reassure staff while the process continues. As Geiser put it, “We will immediately stabilize operations and implement initial restructuring measures in consultation with key stakeholders.”
What guests and the market need to know
The news goes beyond Revo itself. Bookings up to the end of March 2026 are reported as secure, which should reassure travellers and businesses relying on Revo properties. Still, uncertainty about the company’s future has stirred public concern. Anonymous guests described the situation as “a great shame” and expressed hope that strong investor interest would prevent closures. They noted that major brands such as IHG, Steigenberger, Hilton Garden Inn, Radisson, Hyatt, and Wyndham may see market shifts that affect pricing and room availability.
What comes next for Revo and the wider industry
The hospitality sector is watching closely as Revo works through self-administration. Industry observers think there may be reasonable chances to attract investors for a large portion of the hotels. The decisions taken after this phase could set precedents for other hotel groups facing similar financial strains.
As Revo goes through this transition, the wider consequences for employees, guests and industry players are clear. How the company manages the process could turn into an important case study on the resilience and adaptability of large-scale hotel operators in Europe. Whether it leads to a turnaround remains to be seen, but the situation will certainly keep industry and public attention focused on the unfolding developments.