A&O Shearman advises PAI Partners on the financing of its acquisition in Motel One

PAI Partners are now the majority owner of Motel One, with a share of c. 80% in the operating business. This partnership marks a significant milestone for both organizations. PAI brings deep expertise in founder-led businesses and a strong track record in the hospitality sector, further strengthening Motel One’s position as a market leader.

Since its founding in 2000, Motel One has been a pioneer and market leader in the budget design hotel category. Motel One’s unique combination of affordable pricing, prime inner-city locations, leading guest satisfaction and high-end design has allowed it to become one of the best performing concepts in European hospitality over the past decade.

The sponsor side leveraged finance team advising PAI Partners on its acquisition was led by partner Adam Zecharia together with senior associate Tiffany Liow and associate Maaya Sachdev. The high yield team was led by partner John Kicken and senior associate Sampada Bannurmath. The financing team in Germany was led by finance partner Rauni Ahammer and associate Laura Froemel.