C-Corps

Explore the latest updates and insights on publicly traded hotel companies in Hotel Investment Today's dedicated C-Corp section. This section covers topics such as mergers and acquisitions, financial performance, and market trends. It also features detailed analyses, significant transactions, and trends impacting C-Corps in the hotel investment community.
Hyatt, Playa enter exclusive merger talks
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Hyatt, Playa enter exclusive merger talks
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 23, 2024
Already working together in the all-inclusive space, a merger or acquisition would give Hyatt a greater presence in the Caribbean and “add new incremental durable fee streams.”  ... Read More
Soho House receives another buyout offer
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Soho House receives another buyout offer
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 19, 2024
Second offer in a year represents an 83% premium but values the company well below its IPO price in 2021.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Hilton, Lark Hospitality, Oyo, Hotel Equities
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Hilton, Lark Hospitality, Oyo, Hotel Equities
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | December 19, 2024
Noteworthy quotes from this week's stories include Hilton's luxury brand head Dino Michael talking about his obligation to bring back the Waldorf Astoria New York just right.... Read More
Ashford moving on from debt with new revenue initiative
News / REITs
Ashford moving on from debt with new revenue initiative
By Rob Schneider | December 18, 2024
The “GRO AHT” plan by the Dallas-based REIT aims to drive EBITDA and increase share value by cutting costs through layoffs and pay cuts, streamlining labor costs and adding new revenue streams.... Read More
Here comes THE Waldorf Astoria
News / Brands
Here comes THE Waldorf Astoria
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 18, 2024
The original Waldorf Astoria in New York City is expected to reopen this spring after seven-plus years. Hilton’s head of luxury brands talks about the meticulous process.... Read More
Latest news: Blackstone mulls Grand Wailea sale; $118M refi in Boston; junk fee ban
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Blackstone mulls Grand Wailea sale; $118M refi in Boston; junk fee ban
By Rob Schneider | December 17, 2024
Breaking news on deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Latest news: Minor to delist NH; Kimpton to LATAM's tallest tower; Crowne Plaza in Japan
News / Owners
Latest news: Minor to delist NH; Kimpton to LATAM's tallest tower; Crowne Plaza in Japan
By Rob Schneider | December 16, 2024
Breaking news on deals, development, data and more.... Read More
How design can help drive ROI in 2025
News / Owners
How design can help drive ROI in 2025
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 16, 2024
Thought leaders from the design world talk about what developers need to consider to generate a good return; it often starts with processes.... Read More
Hyatt to debut Me and All Hotel outside of Germany
News / Brands
Hyatt to debut Me and All Hotel outside of Germany
By Rob Schneider | December 13, 2024
Me and All Hotel Flims in Switzerland is the brand’s first property outside Germany and the first to open since Me and All Hotels became a standalone brand within Hyatt’s portfolio.... Read More
Urban will outperform resorts in 2025: CBRE
News
Urban will outperform resorts in 2025: CBRE
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 13, 2024
New report about U.S. hotel performance suggests 1.7% RevPAR growth in 2025 with inbound international travel unlikely to recover. ... Read More
Marriott, Delonix deal expands Tribute brand in China
News / Franchising
Marriott, Delonix deal expands Tribute brand in China
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 13, 2024
Five more hotels signed under a franchise model, joining three properties signed in May. ... Read More
Latest news: Leyad, Capstone buy in NYC; REIT refis in Austin; Line DC to auction
News / Financing
Latest news: Leyad, Capstone buy in NYC; REIT refis in Austin; Line DC to auction
By Rob Schneider | December 13, 2024
 Breaking news on deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Deal activity: December 3-10, 2024
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: December 3-10, 2024
By Shawn Turner | December 13, 2024
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Ashford Hospitality Trust’s sale of the Courtyard Boston Downtown in Boston to an undisclosed seller for $123 million.... Read More
Marriott joins the outdoor herd
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Marriott joins the outdoor herd
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 13, 2024
Acquisition of Postcard Cabins and agreement with Trailborn will form the nucleus of an outdoor-focused collection. ... Read More
Quotes of the week: Marriott, Shaner Hotels, Urban Villages
News / Insights
Quotes of the week: Marriott, Shaner Hotels, Urban Villages
By Rob Schneider & Jeffrey Weinstein | December 11, 2024
Among the noteworthy quotes of the week is Shaner Hotels President Plato Ghinos on Shaner’s Italia division’s recently announced partnership with The First Group for hotel management and development.... Read More