5-Star Hotel Valuation in Genoa
Valuing a 5-star hotel in Genoa calls for a specialist methodology that combines sector EBITDA multiples, local RevPAR analysis, the underlying property value and positioning modifiers. KW Hospitality applies a structured framework tested across dozens of transactions in the Italian market. For the Genoa market: a leading Mediterranean cruise port, the Boat Show, UNESCO heritage, gateway to the Cinque Terre and Portofino, a small-cap 4★ market.
The 5-star hotel market in Genoa in 2026
The Genoa hotel market counts roughly 5 recorded properties in the 5-star category. Seasonality is typically strong from spring to autumn, with good results driven by the Boat Show in October and year-round European cruise flows.
Factors specific to the Genoa market
- ›Leading Mediterranean cruise port (Costa, MSC HQ)
- ›International Boat Show (October): a global trade fair
- ›UNESCO heritage: via Garibaldi and the Strade Nuove
- ›Gateway to the Cinque Terre, Portofino and the Riviera di Levante
- ›Small-cap 4★ market, boutique segment growing
Typical features of a 5-star hotel
5-star and luxury hotels represent the top of the market: trophy assets, often historic, international brands, EBITDA margins of 32-42%, multiples of 10-14× (up to 16-18× for iconic trophy assets). Buyers are global institutions, sovereign wealth funds and luxury brands in expansion.
Typical facilities
- • fine dining restaurants
- • luxury spa
- • premium concierge
- • private pool
- • limousine service
- • personal butler
Typical buyer profile
- • sovereign wealth funds
- • global real estate funds
- • luxury brand hotel groups
- • UHNWI
What is a 5-star hotel in Genoa worth?
EBITDA multiples for 5-star hotels in Genoa in 2026 range between 10× and 14×, with a premium for prime historic-centre locations (+2% modifier). For a typical property of 60 rooms with a RevPAR of € 215 and 70% occupancy, the valuation range is € 17.8M - € 24.9M.
| Metric | Benchmark value |
|---|---|
| EBITDA multiples (5-star category) | 10× – 14× |
| Typical EBITDA margin | 32% – 42% |
| Prime location Genoa | +2% |
| Average RevPAR Genoa (5-star) | € 215 |
| Average occupancy | 70% |
| Typical room count | 30 – 200 rooms |
ⓘ The ranges shown are indicative and based on public market parameters. A professional valuation also considers: the condition of the property, staff contracts, the exact location, brand affiliation, licences, any litigation, and accessibility.
Data sources: ISTAT (tourist arrivals and overnight-stay statistics), Banca d'Italia (international tourism), industry benchmarks (CBRE, Cushman & Wakefield, JLL Hotels & Hospitality, STR Italia). Updated: Q1 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is a 5-star hotel in Genoa worth?
The value of a 5-star hotel in Genoa is estimated on the income it generates, not on floor area alone. The EBITDA method multiplies gross operating profit by a market multiple (typically 6-12× in Italy), adjusted for category, location and building.
How is a hotel valued using the EBITDA method?
You start from revenue (rooms × RevPAR × 365), estimate EBITDA by applying the operating margin, and multiply by the market multiple. The result is a value range, refined through real estate and positioning analysis.
What is RevPAR and why does it matter in a valuation?
RevPAR (revenue per available room) is ADR × occupancy. It is one of the main value drivers: a higher RevPAR in Genoa means greater earning capacity and therefore a higher market value.
Which factors increase the value of a 5-star hotel in Genoa?
Location and tourist flows in Genoa, brand affiliation, quality of F&B and wellness, condition of the building, cost efficiency and management contracts. Optimising these elements before a sale increases the applicable multiple.
Does KW Hospitality provide a preliminary estimate of my hotel's value?
Yes. We provide a preliminary estimate of the value of your 5-star hotel in Genoa, with the market range and the levers to raise it. It is the ideal starting point before considering a sale.
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