Bob W announces deal for fifth Germany City property

New Dortmund aparthotel will have 52 units in a former post office

Tech-powered hospitality provider, Bob W, has exchanged contracts with Aroundtown, one of Europe's leading listed real estate groups, to launch a 52-unit serviced apartment offer in a former post office building in Dortmund, Germany.

The operator has signed a long term lease for 3,300 sq m at the Alte Post building, a former post office adjacent to Dortmund’s main railway station. 

The refurbished, mixed-use asset also hosts over 10,000 sq m of high-quality office space, as well as retail and commercial facilities.

The new aparthotel will be Bob W’s fifth in Germany, a key target market for the operator. 

It will take the total number of European cities in which Bob W operates to 18 across 10 countries, with further expansions planned.

The deal comes amid advanced discussions with landlords and property owners in other key German cities, including Stuttgart, Cologne, and Hamburg.

Niko Karstikko, co-founder of Bob W, said: "Our expansion into Dortmund is the latest step in Bob W’s mission to revolutionize the hospitality industry across Europe. The Alte Post building is a fantastic addition to our portfolio and a great example of how we’re breathing new life into older properties.

"Bob W continues to lead Europe’s rapidly growing aparthotel market and Dortmund’s vibrant culture, strong business scene, and excellent transport connections make it a perfect fit for everything we do. We can’t wait to bring our blend of flexibility, sustainability and tech-driven service to this dynamic city."

Fit-out work at the Alte Post building has already begun, with Bob W Dortmund set to welcome its first guests in 2026.