Financing

The go-to source for the latest news and insights on hotel financing trends is Hotel Investment Today's financing section. Our comprehensive coverage includes topics such as mergers and acquisitions, refinancing deals, investment strategies, and updates on significant transactions. You'll also find market analyses, expert opinions, and more on the current state and future outlook of hotel finance.
Latest news: US hotels down; Mandarin to Amsterdam; new IHG CDO
News / Owners
Latest news: US hotels down; Mandarin to Amsterdam; new IHG CDO
By Rob Schneider | January 15, 2026
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Trinity, HE, Kasa, Hilton, Whitestone
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Trinity, HE, Kasa, Hilton, Whitestone
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 15, 2026
Among the noteworthy quotes from stories this week is Trinity Investments' Sean Hehir talking about anticipated strong growth in 2026 from group and business transient.... Read More
Soho House go-private deal saved
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Soho House go-private deal saved
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 15, 2026
A venture created by MCR Chairman Tyler Morse and Morse's MCR bring $100 million to the table, while debt financing was upsized and rollovers were amended.... Read More
Latest news: Hotel Equities adds 13 in Texas; Florida property sells; AHT extends loan
News / Management
Latest news: Hotel Equities adds 13 in Texas; Florida property sells; AHT extends loan
By Rob Schneider | January 14, 2026
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Armani partners for hotel expansion
News / Brands
Armani partners for hotel expansion
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 14, 2026
Exclusive 20-year deal with the Emirates’ Symphony Group call for selective growth in top global destinations.... Read More
Marriott to add 2,700 rooms-plus in KSA
News / Brands
Marriott to add 2,700 rooms-plus in KSA
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 14, 2026
Plans include five new hotels in Jeddah, Makkah, and Madinah, including the debut of the Four Points Flex by Sheraton brand.... Read More
Exclusive: Kasa enters all-equity combo with Mint House
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Exclusive: Kasa enters all-equity combo with Mint House
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 14, 2026
Apart-hotel brand Kasa will add more than 10 properties to first be operated under the Mint House by Kasa brand.... Read More
World Cup markets show strong construction activity
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World Cup markets show strong construction activity
By Rob Schneider | January 13, 2026
As the largest World Cup in history draws near, development activity in the host markets in the US, Mexico and Canada continue to surge.... Read More
Latest news: Outbound develops in Utah; new property in Dallas; HEI adds 3 in Texas
News / Owners
Latest news: Outbound develops in Utah; new property in Dallas; HEI adds 3 in Texas
By Rob Schneider | January 13, 2026
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Meet the 2026 ALIS Awards finalists
News
Meet the 2026 ALIS Awards finalists
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 13, 2026
Hotels, companies and executives to be honored for development, transactions, M&A and financial advisement.... Read More
Why this Thai investor is doubling down
News / Owners
Why this Thai investor is doubling down
By Raini H.R. | January 13, 2026
Forget headlines of arrivals decline in Thailand – an active year lies ahead for Boutique Corp.... Read More
Hidden profit lever: property tax strategy
News / Contributed Perspectives
Hidden profit lever: property tax strategy
By Mona Govahi | January 13, 2026
Property tax reduction is a “hidden profit center” for investors who treat tax liabilities as a variable, not a fixed, cost.... Read More
Whitestone scales up deals amid shifting economics
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Whitestone scales up deals amid shifting economics
By Rob Schneider | January 13, 2026
The owner has completed $362M in transactions since 2022, launched a management division, and says discipline will guide future growth.... Read More
Download our December deals
News / Transactions Lists
Download our December deals
By Rob Schneider & Shawn Turner | January 12, 2026
Among the highlights: acquisitions of high-profile hotels in Chicago, New York City, Seattle and Miami.... Read More
Latest news: $167M loan for Concord JV; ex-Standard CEO’s move; Houston M&A
News / Financing
Latest news: $167M loan for Concord JV; ex-Standard CEO’s move; Houston M&A
By Rob Schneider | January 12, 2026
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More