Melia Hotels International (XMAD:MEL) Moat Score: 4/10 (As of Jul. 01, 2026)


XMAD:MEL Melia Hotels International SA XMAD:MEL
73 GF Score
Price €12.15
GF Value €7.40
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 9 Warning Signs
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What is Melia Hotels International Moat Score?

Melia Hotels International XMAD:MEL +0.08% 73 Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 01, 2026. GuruFocus rates XMAD:MEL with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of €7.40 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 879 Travel & Leisure companies, Melia Hotels International ranks better than 88.74% on this metric.

Melia Hotels International has the Moat Score of 4, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

Melia Hotels International has Narrow Moat: Melia Hotels International SA has a modest moat with a strong brand in the hospitality sector and a decent distribution network. However, intense competition and low switching costs limit its moat strength.

Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more.

The company's Moat Score is based on these criteria:

1. Market leadership and sustainable market share
2. Network effects and significant customer switching costs
3. Valuable intellectual property and patents
4. Strong brand strength and deep customer loyalty
5. Durable cost advantages (e.g., economies of scale, proprietary technology)
6. Significant regulatory barriers and exclusive licenses
7. Superior distribution network
8. Strong and sustainable pricing power
9. Consistent and impactful innovation and R&D capabilities

Based on the research, GuruFocus believes Melia Hotels International might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

Melia Hotels International  (XMAD:MEL) Moat Score Explanation

The Moat Score ranges from 0 to 10, with 10 as the highest. GuruFocus divided Moat Score into following 8 categories:

Moat Score Moat Level
10Wide Moat - Exceptionally dominant and durable wide moat
8 - 9Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat
7Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages
6Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide
5Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat
4Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat
1 - 3No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages
0No Moat - No discernible moat

Melia Hotels International Moat Score Related Terms

XMAD:MEL vs MAR, HLT, H: Moat Score Comparison

For the Lodging subindustry, Melia Hotels International's Moat Score, along with its competitors' market caps and Moat Score data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

Melia Hotels International Moat Score vs Travel & Leisure Industry

For the Travel & Leisure industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Melia Hotels International's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Melia Hotels International's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 4 mean?
Melia Hotels International (XMAD:MEL) has a Moat Score of 4 as of Jul. 01, 2026. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. According to the industry distribution chart, Melia Hotels International ranks #99 out of 879 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, placing it in the top 11.3%.
Is Melia Hotels International's Moat Score too high?
Melia Hotels International's current Moat Score is 4. Based on the distribution chart, Melia Hotels International ranks #99 out of 879 companies in the Travel & Leisure industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Melia Hotels International has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Melia Hotels International's Moat Score compare to MAR and HLT?
According to the Travel & Leisure industry distribution chart, Melia Hotels International ranks #99 out of 879 companies for Moat Score. This places Melia Hotels International in the top 11% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Moat Score for a Travel & Leisure company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Travel & Leisure industry context. However, Moat Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Moat Score mean?
A high Moat Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. Melia Hotels International's current Moat Score is 4. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Melia Hotels International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Melia Hotels International (XMAD:MEL) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €7.40, compared to a current price of €12.15 — trading 64.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 4. Melia Hotels International's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 9 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Moat Score calculated?
Moat Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Melia Hotels International (XMAD:MEL), the current Moat Score is 4 as of Jul. 01, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Melia Hotels International (XMAD:MEL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Melia Hotels International stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €12.15 is trading 64.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of €7.40. GuruFocus considers Melia Hotels International to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XMAD:MEL:

  • Moat Score: 4
  • GF Value™: €7.40 vs. price of €12.15 (64.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 9 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XMAD:MEL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Melia Hotels International Business Description

Address Gremio Toneleros, 24, Poligono Son Castello, Palma de Mallorca, Baleares, ESP, 07009
Melia Hotels International SA is mainly engaged in tourism-related activities, specifically the management and operation of hotels owned by the Group under ownership, lease, management, or franchise arrangements, as well as activities related to vacation club operations. Its reportable segments are Hotel Business, which includes the operating activities of owned and leased hotels and additional hotel business activities such as casinos and tour operators; Hotel Management, which involves the operation of hotels under management or franchise arrangements; and Real Estate, which includes real estate development and operation. The Company operates mainly in Spain, Latin America, the rest of Europe, and Asia.
73GF Score

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