citizenM

Acquired

Modern Hotels in Iconic Cities Worldwide

Bethesda, United States · Founded 2005 · $1.0B raised

Headquarters
Bethesda, Maryland
Employees
1001–5000
Founded
2005
Business Model
B2C
Total Funding
$1.0B
Last Round
$1.0B Growth EquityJan 2021
Rounds
1
Acquired by
Marriott InternationalApr 2025 · $355.0M

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About

citizenM is a Dutch-founded hotel brand that reinvented hospitality for modern travelers by combining affordable luxury with technology-driven experiences. Known for self check-in kiosks, app-controlled rooms, and curated art, citizenM operates properties across major global cities. The brand joined Marriott Bonvoy in 2023 and has grown to 1,001-5,000 employees across locations in the US, Europe, and Asia.

Summary

citizenM is a Travel & Hospitality company based in Bethesda, United States, founded in 2005. It has raised $1.0B in total across 1 round, most recently a $1.0B Growth Equity round in Jan 2021. Investors include Marriott International, GIC and APG Asset Management.

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Funding & Exit History

AcquisitionApr 2025

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