Select Group expands UK portfolio with golf resort acquisitions

Dubai-based Select Group has acquired three Delta Hotels by Marriott golf and country club resorts, expanding its UK portfolio.

The developer and investor has purchased Breadsall Priory in Derby, St Pierre in Chepstow and Tudor Park in Maidstone, bringing its UK golf resort platform to five properties.

The three properties comprise 380 keys and more than 900 acres of land.

The group’s portfolio also includes the Mere Golf resort and spa in Cheshire and Old Thorns hotel and resort in Hampshire.

Israr Liaqat, CEO of Select Group, said: “This acquisition reflects our conviction in the UK golf resort sector as a compelling long-term asset class.

“These are three properties with strong underlying fundamentals: established brands, quality locations, extensive grounds and loyal guest bases. We see clear opportunity to enhance their operational performance and elevate the guest experience through focused investment over the coming years.

“The UK continues to be an important market for Select Group, and we are committed to building a portfolio of hospitality assets that combine strong locations, enduring appeal and genuine potential for long-term value creation.”

The resorts will continue to be operated by Marriott International. Paul Thomas, vice president, development, at Marriott said: “We are delighted to work with Select Group as new owners of these three UK Delta Hotels by Marriott distinctive country clubs and golf resorts.

“Select Group has built a strong international reputation for investing in high-quality hospitality assets, and we look forward to working together to strengthen the long-term success of Delta Breadsall Priory Country Club, Delta St. Pierre Country Club and Delta Tudor Park Country Club.”

Select Group has said it will undertake a “considered programme of operational enhancement” with a focus on guest experience, leisure facilities, golf operations, events, wellness and long-term asset performance.