M&A Deal Summary

KSL Capital Partners Acquires Monarch Beach Resort

On May 21, 2014, private equity firm KSL Capital Partners acquired leisure company Monarch Beach Resort

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is KSL Capital Partners’ 16th transaction in the Leisure sector.
  • This is KSL Capital Partners’ 13th transaction in the United States.
  • This is KSL Capital Partners’ 5th transaction in California.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2014-05-21
Target Monarch Beach Resort
Sector Leisure
Buyer(s) KSL Capital Partners
Deal Type Buyout (LBO, MBO, MBI)

Target

Monarch Beach Resort

Dana Point, California, United States
Monarch Beach Resort is a Forbes Five-Star resort spanning 169 acres and offering 400 luxury rooms and suites, six restaurants with a view to the Pacific Ocean, three swimming pools, a golf court and spa. The resort provides luxury accommodation and world-class amenities. Monarch Beach Resort was founded in 2001 and is based in Dana Point, California.

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Buyer

KSL Capital Partners

Denver, Colorado, United States

Investor Investor Investor Investor Investor

Category Private Equity Firm
Founded 2005
PE ASSETS 18.0B USD
Size Mega
Type Sector Focused
DESCRIPTION

KSL Capital Partners LLC is a specialist private equity firm that makes investments in travel and leisure businesses. Areas of interest include hospitality, recreation, clubs, real estate and travel services. KSL is a hands-on investor, with a strong interest in pursuing under-managed or under-capitalized businesses where the firm can unlock hidden value. KSL Capital Partners is the successor investment vehicle to KSL Recreation Corporation, a former portfolio company of KKR. KSL Capital Partners LLC was founded in 2005 and is based at Denver, Colorado with additional offices in New York, New York and London, United Kingdom.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 17 of 49
Sector (Leisure) 16 of 42
Type (Buyout (LBO, MBO, MBI)) 11 of 20
State (California) 5 of 8
Country (United States) 13 of 36
Year (2014) 1 of 4
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2014-01-07 Montelucia Resort &

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

Inspired by the rich history, white-washed villages and sun-drenched hills of Spain’s Andalusia region, Montelucia Resort & Spa brings the essence of Europe to the heart of Scottsdale. With arching entryways, splashing fountains, floral walkways, and a collection of antiquities hidden throughout the property, Montelucia is an enchanting resort destination that boasts 293 luxuriously appointed guestrooms, the Moroccan-inspired Joya Spa, six tempting dining options including the critically-acclaimed Prado restaurant, a myriad of radiant pools and breathtaking views of Camelback Mountain.

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FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2014-06-17 Bay Clubs

San Francisco, California, United States

Bay Clubs is an operator of luxury health, fitness, and athletic sports club resorts on the West Coast, serving over 50,000 members. Bay Clubs was founded in 1977 and is based in San Francisco, California.

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