Development

Stay updated with the latest hotel developments in the hotel industry through Hotel Investment Today's development section. Our comprehensive coverage includes breaking news, expert interviews, and detailed reports on hotel construction, financing, executive moves, and more.
Choice touts 2025 international growth
News / Franchising
Choice touts 2025 international growth
By Rob Schneider | January 26, 2026
Portfolio outside the U.S. grows to nearly 160,000; extended-stay leads the way in U.S.... Read More
IHG, Ruby Group launch Ruby brand in US
News / Brands
IHG, Ruby Group launch Ruby brand in US
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 26, 2026
The first U.S. Ruby Hotel is coming to Chicago via an historic conversion, builds on the brand’s... Read More
Big dogs barking at ALIS
News / Brands
Big dogs barking at ALIS
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 26, 2026
As ALIS opens in Los Angeles, Marriott, Hilton and Hyatt thump their chests recapping big growth... Read More
Hotel executive moves: Driftwood, Noble, Ohana, Peregrine
News / Owners
Hotel executive moves: Driftwood, Noble, Ohana, Peregrine
By Rob Schneider | January 25, 2026
Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
Shanghai, London, Dubai lead in openings
News / Owners
Shanghai, London, Dubai lead in openings
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 23, 2026
For 2026, Shanghai will lead international destinations in room openings with 7,457; New York City the... Read More
Wyndham adds 2,000 rooms with Choctaws
News / Brands
Wyndham adds 2,000 rooms with Choctaws
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 22, 2026
Four Choctaw Casino & Resort properties affiliate with Wyndham Grand and Trademark Collection brands.... Read More
Latest news: Canyon, Six Senses to Utah; Loews 3rd in Arlington; AAHOA founder dies
News / Brands
Latest news: Canyon, Six Senses to Utah; Loews 3rd in Arlington; AAHOA founder dies
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 22, 2026
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hilton's Nassetta discusses Minnesota, organic growth
News / Brands
Hilton's Nassetta discusses Minnesota, organic growth
By Christina Jelski | January 22, 2026
During a roundtable, Nassetta spoke about hotels that temporarily closed in St. Paul, defended their... Read More
Starwood’s 1 Hotel coming to the Catskills
News / Brands
Starwood’s 1 Hotel coming to the Catskills
By Rob Schneider | January 21, 2026
The 1 Hotel & Homes Hudson Valley will be set on 775 acres and feature a residential element opening... Read More
Latest news: Closures in Minnesota; Miami development; $47.5M loan in Tennessee
News / Owners
Latest news: Closures in Minnesota; Miami development; $47.5M loan in Tennessee
By Rob Schneider | January 21, 2026
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More