Starwood Capital Group
Real EstateUnited States501-1000 Employees
Starwood Capital Group is a United States-based private investment firm focused on global real estate investments. Founded in 1991 by Chairman and CEO Barry Sternlicht, the firm pursues opportunistic investments across asset classes, geographies, and positions in the capital stack as risk/return dynamics evolve. It has developed asset-class and geographic expertise and has invested in more than 30 countries across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. The firm is led by experienced professionals and maintains dedicated teams for acquisitions, asset management, capital markets, capital raising/investor relations, and accounting. In 2026, Starwood Capital Group completed a substantial transaction involving the sale of hotel assets to Marriott International, reflecting its ongoing activity in the real estate portfolio.