Development with COTP

Are you developing a hotel project or looking for the right operator for your property? As a multi-brand operator with extensive development expertise, we’ll support you from the initial concept through to day-to-day operations. Conversions and repurposing are also part of our repertoire. We understand the entire value chain—from planning to operations. We find the right concept for every property.

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Our Operating Models are appropriate

A customized approach for every property. No two projects are alike. That’s why we don’t rely on a one-size-fits-all solution, but rather on a structure that aligns with your goals.

Management Contracts

You retain ownership; we handle the professional management—in a predictable and collaborative manner.

References:
Dual Brand Düsseldorf, ibis Styles Munich-Perlach, Holiday Inn Düsseldorf, Holiday Inn Express Stuttgart

Special Situations

For unique situations, we find customized solutions that go beyond the standard.

References:
TRIBE Baden-Baden, ibis Styles Pforzheim

Sale-and-Lease-Back

Free up capital, secure operations: We take over operations, and you benefit from liquidity.

Reference:
ibis Styles Neckarsulm

Participation in Procurement Procedures

We leverage our expertise in structured bidding processes and win contracts with sound concepts.

Reference:
Moxy Cologne Airport

Interim Management

Fast, professional takeover of operations during transition phases.

Reference:
Hanseatischer Hof Lübeck

Owner-Operator

Ownership and operation under one roof—full responsibility, full commitment.

References:
Hanseatischer Hof Lübeck, Holiday Inn Express Stuttgart

Lifestyle Brands in Prime Locations

We bring the right lifestyle brand to the right location.

Reference:
the Hoxton Hamburg

Inventory Takeover

We take over existing properties and continue to operate them successfully.

References:
Moxy Portfolio, ibis Styles Pforzheim, Mercure Zurich City, Holiday Inn Express Augsburg, ibis Styles Hamburg Barmbek

Rebranding

We reposition existing hotels under the right brand—to unlock new potential.

References:
Mercure Zurich City, Four Points Flex by Sheraton Portfolio

Our Strengths as a Development Partner


’s Expertise & Network: Extensive expertise across the entire value chain of hotel real estate and operations—plus direct access to real estate and construction expertise through our shareholders, Art-Invest Real Estate and Zech Group.

, a multi-brand operator, provides access to a broad portfolio of brands and concepts from leading franchisors—ensuring the right solution for every property and location.

Courage & Innovation
We’re the first to bring new brands to the German market—such as TRIBE and Four Points Flex by Sheraton. We believe in innovation, digitalization, and process automation.

Operational Excellence
Centralized services, system expertise, streamlined processes, and an experienced team ensure quick decision-making and efficient implementation.

With Structure and Passion

Successful development stems from the interplay of clear objectives, efficient structures, and genuine partnerships. That is what we stand for.

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From the stone to the farm

COTP is a holding of Art-Invest Real Estate and is part of the Zech Group

Thanks to our affiliation with Art-Invest Real Estate and the Zech Group, we cover the entire value chain of the real estate industry—from project development and hotel planning and construction to hotel operations. All project stakeholders benefit from the synergies resulting from this corporate structure.

Thanks to our COTP formula for success, we are the ideal partner for institutional investors, private investors, and joint ventures, and a valued partner for international franchisors—currently Marriott, Accor, and IHG.

Our brands

Do you have any questions? We are here for you

Do you have any questions? We are here for you


Regardless of whether you would like to get to know us or discuss specific plans. We look forward to getting to know you and your project and to contributing our COTP expertise. Our development team is always there for you.