CONTROLLING SHAREHOLDING IN ESTABLISHED HOTEL OPERATING GROUP
ASKING PRICE: R56,000,000
A rare opportunity exists to acquire a controlling 66.7% shareholding in a highly profitable and long-established hospitality operating company with a significant regional footprint.
Founded in 2011, the group has grown into a recognised hospitality operator managing 16 hotels across two provinces. The business has established itself as a respected brand within its market segment and benefits from proven systems, experienced management, and a long track record of profitable trading.
The transaction relates to the operating company and does not include the majority of the underlying hotel properties. Instead, the operating business enjoys the benefit of long-term lease agreements over the hotel portfolio, providing operational control and stability without the substantial capital requirements associated with direct property ownership. The head office property is included in the transaction.
INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS
- Controlling 66.7% shareholding available
- Established and profitable hospitality group
- Portfolio of 16 operating hotels
- Strong management team in place
- Limited owner dependency
- Long-term lease agreements securing operational footprint
- Head office property included
- Established brand with proven trading history
- Significant barriers to entry for competitors
- Attractive platform for strategic expansion
FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
The business has generated EBITDA of approximately R22.6 million over the most recent twelve-month period and continues to demonstrate strong operational performance.
The existing minority shareholder holds the remaining 33.3% interest and has historically been a passive investor.
TRANSITION SUPPORT
The founding shareholder, who currently serves as CEO, is willing to remain involved for an agreed transition period to ensure continuity and a smooth handover to a new owner.
IDEAL ACQUISITION FOR
- Existing hotel groups seeking expansion
- Hospitality operators looking for regional scale
- Private equity investors
- Investment groups seeking strong cash-generative businesses
- Management buy-in teams
This opportunity offers immediate scale, recurring operational income, established infrastructure, and a proven management platform within the hospitality sector.
Further information will be provided to qualified purchasers subject to the execution of a Confidentiality Agreement.
