APA HOTEL, a Japanese hotel operator, acquired Kimpton La Peer in West Hollywood, Los Angeles, through APA Hotel USA. The name of the hotel changed to ‘Kimpton La Peer West Hollywood,’ but the operation remains in IHG Hotels & Resorts.
The acquisition is part of the APA Hotel’s new five-years business plan ‘AIM5-II’ starting April 2026, in which APA HOTEL aims to increase available rooms in foreign countries to 10,000 by March 2031. Kimpton La Peer West Hollywood is the first step to develop its business in North America.
APA HOTEL plans to accelerate its multifaceted overseas expansion, which includes collaborations with other major brands, in addition to growing its existing "Coast" brand. It is also considering the joint development of hotels under that brand within Japan in partnership with IHG.
