Dalata Hotel Group, a major hotel operator in Ireland with a growing presence in the UK and continental Europe, has appointed Kathrin Jung-Reinhard to the role of head of development strategy - Northern Europe.
According to the firm, her appointment underscores Dalata’s ambition to expand its portfolio into continental Europe, targeting locations in large European cities with attractive market dynamics and strong corporate and leisure demand.
Her deep knowledge of the European hotel market and her network of key contacts will support the group’s strategic growth in both existing and new markets, while further strengthening Dalata’s acquisitions & development team.
Dalata first entered the continental European market in February 2022, with the acquisition of the Hotel Nikko Düsseldorf. In October 2023, the group added the Hard Rock Hotel Amsterdam American to its portfolio. Both hotels are now operating under the group’s Clayton Hotel brand.
Jung-Reinhard most recently served as head of real estate portfolio management at Universal Investment, an investment fund company headquartered in Frankfurt, managing over €35 bn in real estate assets.
Prior to this, she held senior roles with CBRE Germany and Deka Immobilien. During her time with Deka, she played a pivotal role in Dalata's transactions on the Clayton Hotel Burlington Road, Maldron Hotel Smithfield, Clayton Hotel Birmingham, and the Gibson Hotel, Dublin.
Jung-Reinhard joined Dalata in July and will be based in Frankfurt.
Shane Casserly, corporate development director, Dalata Hotel Group, said: 'Kathrin’s appointment is an important milestone for Dalata and a testament to our strategic vision for expansion.
'Kathrin’s expertise in the European hotel market and her extensive relationships across Europe will be crucial as we seek to source more opportunities for our brands in key locations.
Kathrin has always been a passionate advocate for the growth potential of Dalata in continental Europe and we look forward to working with her as we deliver on our strategy.'
Added Jung-Reinhard: 'I am thrilled to be joining the acquisitions and development team here in Dalata, as head of development strategy for Northern Europe. With two hotels already in continental Europe, we have a strong foundation to continue our expansion across mainland Europe.
'Having worked with Dalata on a number of previous transactions, I know the strength and commitment of the team and I look forward to delivering on the strategy together. It's an exciting time and I am eager to contribute to the continued success and growth of the company.'
