Johnson Stokes & Master (JSM) advised Centaline Strategic Investments Limited on its proposed acquisition of Regal Oriental Hotel, with an agreed property value of HK$1.518 billion. This marks the largest hotel transaction in Hong Kong in 2026 to date.
Regal Oriental Hotel will be converted into student accommodation. This underscores the continued investor interest in the student accommodation market in Hong Kong, and further demonstrates JSM’s track record in advising on hospitality and living sector related assets.
The deal was led by Real Estate partner Eugene Wong, and supported by senior associate Natalie Oh and Corporate partner Jeckle Chiu.
