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.
Egypt, Marriott boost Africa pipeline
News / EMEA
Egypt, Marriott boost Africa pipeline
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 8, 2025
Resort projects are increasing much faster than city or airport hotels, driven by the number of signings and by the larger average size of the developments, 210 keys versus 170. ... Read More
San Francisco market finally starts to rebound
News
San Francisco market finally starts to rebound
By Rob Schneider | April 8, 2025
Rebound driven by an improved convention center, a resurgence of international demand and a burgeoning AI sector, according to JLL report.... Read More
Avana’s co-founder on how private credit has changed
News / Financing
Avana’s co-founder on how private credit has changed
By Rob Schneider | April 4, 2025
Sanat Patel talks about loans Avana writes in hospitality, how that mix could change and lender creativity.... Read More
HICAP Conversations: Gaw Capital Partners’ Kenny Gaw
News / Insights
HICAP Conversations: Gaw Capital Partners’ Kenny Gaw
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 3, 2025
The managing principal and co-founder of Gaw Capital Partners in Hong Kong talks about the investment environment in Asia Pacific, and more. ... Read More
Quotes of the Week: IHG, Olympia, Gencom, Hyatt
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: IHG, Olympia, Gencom, Hyatt
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | April 3, 2025
Among the noteworthy quotes from this week's stories was R.W. Baird's Michael Bellisario estimating the impact of the newly announced tariffs by the Trump administration.... Read More
Deal activity: March 26-April 1, 2025
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: March 26-April 1, 2025
By Shawn Turner | April 3, 2025
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was AJ Capital Partner’s acquisition of the Hotel Boulderado hotel in Boulder, Colorado.... Read More
Tariffs’ potential chilling effect
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Tariffs’ potential chilling effect
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 3, 2025
President Trump unleashes 10% tariffs across the globe with rates as high as 46% in markets like Vietnam. How will it impact hoteliers? ... Read More
Why IHG, Avana partnered on construction finance program
News / Financing
Why IHG, Avana partnered on construction finance program
By Rob Schneider | April 2, 2025
The $250 million program is a “borrower-friendly alternative” for franchisees for four of IHG’s brands to stimulate new construction and reduce timelines.... Read More
Signings in Africa off to great start in 2025
News / EMEA
Signings in Africa off to great start in 2025
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 2, 2025
After actualizing a hefty 38% of anticipated openings in 2024, early 2025 shows promise with a 13% increase in deals signed, according to W Hospitality Group.... Read More
With college niche, Olympia plans selective growth
News / Owners
With college niche, Olympia plans selective growth
By Rob Schneider | April 1, 2025
John Schultzel of Olympia Hospitality said the company has found a niche in the college hotel space, which offers a nice mix with its destination and select-service assets.... Read More
Latest news: AJ Capital buys in Boulder; Accor sees big US travel cuts; Archer €567M refi
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: AJ Capital buys in Boulder; Accor sees big US travel cuts; Archer €567M refi
By Rob Schneider | April 1, 2025
 Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Singapore-focused hospitality REIT’s global lens
News / Owners
Singapore-focused hospitality REIT’s global lens
By Raini H.R. | April 1, 2025
Acquisition of the Four Points by Sheraton Nagoya is a start, but don't expect Far East Hospitality Trust to be aggressive in going beyond its Singapore roots.... Read More
Marriott plans to double midscale brand in Europe
News / Brands
Marriott plans to double midscale brand in Europe
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 1, 2025
By the end of 2026, plans call for reaching 50 Four Points Flex by Sheraton, becoming the company’s fastest growing brand in Europe.... Read More
Europe investment to ramp up in 2025
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Europe investment to ramp up in 2025
By Rob Schneider | March 31, 2025
Cushman & Wakefield report also finds that 70% of investors expect European hotel values to rise in 2025, with Madrid, Barcelona and Rome preferred.... Read More
Latest news: Dispute over NYC Margaritaville; sale in Charleston; first Ruby in Berlin
News / Debt and Equity
Latest news: Dispute over NYC Margaritaville; sale in Charleston; first Ruby in Berlin
By Rob Schneider | March 31, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More