Meliá Hotels International Management
Management criteria checks 2/4
We currently do not have sufficient information about the CEO.
Key information
Gabriel Escarrer Jaume
Chief executive officer
€3.2m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 31.87% |
| CEO tenure | 17.4yrs |
| CEO ownership | n/a |
| Management average tenure | 3.4yrs |
| Board average tenure | 10.3yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 04
MEL: Higher Reference Values Will Test Execution As Fair Value Holds Steady
Narrative Update: Meliá Hotels International The updated analyst price target for Meliá Hotels International has moved from €10.38 to €11.08, as analysts cite recent target increases and upgrades on the stock to support a higher assumed future P/E of 18.1x, along with modest adjustments to growth, margin, and discount rate inputs. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a more constructive stance on Meliá Hotels International, with higher reference values on the stock underpinning the updated assumed P/E of 18.1x.Narrative Update • Apr 28
MEL: Constructive Equity Story Will Test Execution As Fair Value Steadies
Analysts have lifted the fair value estimate for Meliá Hotels International from €9.51 to €10.38, citing more constructive views reflected in recent upgrades and higher price targets from multiple research houses. Analyst Commentary Recent research suggests a more constructive view on Meliá Hotels International, with price targets and ratings recalibrated to reflect changing expectations on execution and growth.Narrative Update • Apr 10
MEL: Lower Discount Rate Will Heighten Concern Over Execution Risk
Narrative Update: Meliá Hotels International The analyst price target for Meliá Hotels International has been raised from €9.08 to €9.51, with analysts pointing to slightly higher assumed revenue growth, a modestly stronger profit margin profile, a lower discount rate and recent upgrades from firms citing a more constructive equity story as key supports for the change. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Meliá Hotels International shows a mix of optimism and caution, with several firms adjusting ratings and targets as they reassess the equity story and risk profile.
New Narrative • Feb 28
Premium Resort Expansion And Asset Light Model Will Support A Stronger Future Outlook
Catalysts About Meliá Hotels International Meliá Hotels International operates a global portfolio of owned, leased and managed hotels, with a focus on resort destinations and higher end brands. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?Analysis Article • Feb 03
Is Meliá Hotels International, S.A. (BME:MEL) Potentially Undervalued?
Meliá Hotels International, S.A. ( BME:MEL ), is not the largest company out there, but it saw a double-digit share...Analysis Article • Jan 19
Are Investors Undervaluing Meliá Hotels International, S.A. (BME:MEL) By 35%?
Key Insights The projected fair value for Meliá Hotels International is €12.02 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to...Analysis Article • Jan 06
Meliá Hotels International (BME:MEL) Is Looking To Continue Growing Its Returns On Capital
What are the early trends we should look for to identify a stock that could multiply in value over the long term...Analysis Article • Nov 03
Meliá Hotels International, S.A. (BME:MEL) Just Released Its Third-Quarter Earnings: Here's What Analysts Think
Meliá Hotels International, S.A. ( BME:MEL ) shareholders are probably feeling a little disappointed, since its shares...Analysis Article • Oct 26
There's No Escaping Meliá Hotels International, S.A.'s (BME:MEL) Muted Earnings
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 9.4x Meliá Hotels International, S.A. ( BME:MEL ) may be sending bullish...Analysis Article • Oct 09
Is There Now An Opportunity In Meliá Hotels International, S.A. (BME:MEL)?
While Meliá Hotels International, S.A. ( BME:MEL ) might not have the largest market cap around , it saw significant...Analysis Article • Sep 25
Returns Are Gaining Momentum At Meliá Hotels International (BME:MEL)
If we want to find a stock that could multiply over the long term, what are the underlying trends we should look for...Analysis Article • Aug 30
Meliá Hotels International, S.A. (BME:MEL) Shares Could Be 34% Above Their Intrinsic Value Estimate
Key Insights The projected fair value for Meliá Hotels International is €5.92 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity...Analysis Article • Aug 05
Impressive Earnings May Not Tell The Whole Story For Meliá Hotels International (BME:MEL)
BME:MEL 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Meliá Hotels International's Fair Values from the Community and select...New Narrative • Jul 30
Middle Class Expansion And ESG Focus Will Drive Hospitality Resurgence
Asset-light strategy and digitalization are improving margins, operational flexibility, and positioning the company for quality earnings and sustainable growth.Analysis Article • Jun 27
Is Now The Time To Look At Buying Meliá Hotels International, S.A. (BME:MEL)?
Meliá Hotels International, S.A. ( BME:MEL ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw a decent share price growth of...Analysis Article • May 02
We Think Shareholders Are Less Likely To Approve A Pay Rise For Meliá Hotels International, S.A.'s (BME:MEL) CEO For Now
Key Insights Meliá Hotels International to hold its Annual General Meeting on 9th of May Salary of €865.0k is part of...Analysis Article • Apr 17
Meliá Hotels International (BME:MEL) Might Have The Makings Of A Multi-Bagger
If we want to find a potential multi-bagger, often there are underlying trends that can provide clues. Firstly, we'll...Analysis Article • Apr 01
Meliá Hotels International, S.A.'s (BME:MEL) Low P/E No Reason For Excitement
When close to half the companies in Spain have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") above 19x, you may consider Meli...Analysis Article • Jan 25
Meliá Hotels International, S.A. (BME:MEL) Shares Could Be 46% Below Their Intrinsic Value Estimate
Key Insights Meliá Hotels International's estimated fair value is €13.15 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity...Analysis Article • Jan 24
Is There An Opportunity With Meliá Hotels International, S.A.'s (BME:MEL) 49% Undervaluation?
Today we will run through one way of estimating the intrinsic value of Meliá Hotels International, S.A. ( BME:MEL ) by...Analysis Article • Dec 13
We Think Meliá Hotels International (BME:MEL) Is Taking Some Risk With Its Debt
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' It's only natural to consider a company's...Analysis Article • Oct 12
Are Investors Undervaluing Meliá Hotels International, S.A. (BME:MEL) By 36%?
Today we'll do a simple run through of a valuation method used to estimate the attractiveness of Meliá Hotels...Analysis Article • Sep 22
Is Now The Time To Look At Buying Meliá Hotels International, S.A. (BME:MEL)?
While Meliá Hotels International, S.A. ( BME:MEL ) might not be the most widely known stock at the moment, it received...Analysis Article • Aug 11
Meliá Hotels International's (BME:MEL) Returns On Capital Not Reflecting Well On The Business
If we want to find a stock that could multiply over the long term, what are the underlying trends we should look for...Analysis Article • Jun 15
Is There Now An Opportunity In Meliá Hotels International, S.A. (BME:MEL)?
Meliá Hotels International, S.A. ( BME:MEL ), is not the largest company out there, but it saw a double-digit share...Analysis Article • May 25
Calculating The Fair Value Of Meliá Hotels International, S.A. (BME:MEL)
Today we will run through one way of estimating the intrinsic value of Meliá Hotels International, S.A. ( BME:MEL ) by...Analysis Article • Mar 21
Health Check: How Prudently Does Meliá Hotels International (BME:MEL) Use Debt?
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 31 2026 | n/a | n/a | €163m |
| Dec 31 2025 | €3m | €1m | €170m |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | €173m |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | €172m |
| Mar 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | €140m |
| Dec 31 2024 | €2m | n/a | €141m |
| Sep 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | €140m |
| Jun 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | €119m |
| Mar 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | €126m |
| Dec 31 2023 | €1m | €865k | €118m |
| Sep 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | €154m |
| Jun 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | €150m |
| Mar 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | €170m |
| Dec 31 2022 | €1m | €869k | €111m |
| Sep 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | €26m |
| Jun 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | -€39m |
| Mar 31 2022 | n/a | n/a | -€121m |
| Dec 31 2021 | €1m | €1m | -€193m |
| Sep 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | -€293m |
| Jun 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | -€389m |
| Mar 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | -€647m |
| Dec 31 2020 | €961k | €578k | -€596m |
| Sep 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | -€458m |
| Jun 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | -€293m |
| Mar 31 2020 | n/a | n/a | €22m |
| Dec 31 2019 | €3m | €868k | €113m |
Compensation vs Market: Gabriel's total compensation ($USD3.65M) is above average for companies of similar size in the Spanish market ($USD1.91M).
Compensation vs Earnings: Gabriel's compensation has increased by more than 20% in the past year.
CEO
Gabriel Escarrer Jaume (55 yo)
17.4yrs
Tenure
€3,150,000
Compensation
Mr. Gabriel Juan Escarrer Jaume has been Chief Executive Officer of Meliá Hotels International S.A. since 2009 and served as its Executive Vice Chairman since 2009 until 2023 and serves as its Chairman fr...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chairman | 17.4yrs | €3.15m | no data | |
| Secretary & External Proprietary Director | 15.6yrs | €130.00k | no data | |
| Chief Financial Officer | 3.4yrs | no data | no data | |
| Chief Operating Officer | no data | no data | no data | |
| Vice President of Global Technical Office & Procurement | no data | no data | no data | |
| Investor Relations Director | no data | no data | no data | |
| Chief Legal & Compliance Officer and Deputy Secretary of the Board | 3.4yrs | no data | no data | |
| Chief Human Resources Officer & Regional VP of Cuba | no data | no data | no data | |
| Chief Real Estate & Sustainability Officer | no data | no data | no data | |
| Senior Operations Director | no data | no data | no data | |
| Chief Strategy Officer | 3.4yrs | no data | no data | |
| VP of Sustainability | no data | no data | no data |
3.4yrs
Average Tenure
Experienced Management: MEL's management team is considered experienced (3.4 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chairman | 27.2yrs | €3.15m | no data | |
| Secretary & External Proprietary Director | 15.6yrs | €130.00k | no data | |
| External Proprietary Director | 30.1yrs | €73.00k | no data | |
| External Independent Director | 14yrs | €100.00k | no data | |
| External Independent Director | 10.3yrs | €130.00k | no data | |
| External Independent Director | 7yrs | €130.00k | no data | |
| External Independent First Vice-Chairwoman | 4yrs | €130.00k | no data | |
| Director | less than a year | no data | no data | |
| External Independent Second Vice-Chairwoman | 4.9yrs | €130.00k | no data | |
| Independent External Director | no data | €73.00k | no data | |
| Proprietary Director | no data | €73.00k | no data |
10.3yrs
Average Tenure
63yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: MEL's board of directors are seasoned and experienced ( 10.3 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/12 17:35 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/12 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Meliá Hotels International, S.A. is covered by 24 analysts. 10 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| null null | Banco de Sabadell. S.A. |
| Ricardo Benevides Freitas | Banco Santander |
| null null | Banco Santander |