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: Legend Cooper passes; Choice updates ESG plan; Ritz-Carlton Reserve to NEOM
News / Brands
Latest news: Legend Cooper passes; Choice updates ESG plan; Ritz-Carlton Reserve to NEOM
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 25, 2024
Latest news: Choice updates ESG plan; Ritz-Carlton Reserve to NEOM; Ireland deals heat up false Breaking news about development, M&A, performance and more. Brought to you by https://bit.ly/3Ix4dbh 52813 0 74 News Mixed week in US. U.S. hotel... Read More
CHRIS video: Rebecca Cocchiola, Singerman Real Estate
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CHRIS video: Rebecca Cocchiola, Singerman Real Estate
By Rob Schneider | April 25, 2024
Hotel Investment Today talked to Singerman Real Estate Senior Vice President Rebecca Cocchiola about investment opportunities and challenges in the Caribbean.... Read More
Wyndham falls short on earnings, but gets past tough comp
News / C Corps
Wyndham falls short on earnings, but gets past tough comp
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 24, 2024
While revenue and EPS fells short, Wyndham registered a record development pipeline of 243,000 rooms, an 8% year-over-year increase. ... Read More
New South Wales conference hotel sells again
News / Mergers and Acquistions
New South Wales conference hotel sells again
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 24, 2024
Jerry Schwartz acquires Blue Mountains leisure and conference hotel to boost NSW portfolio. ... Read More
CHRIS video: Adam Stewart, Sandals Resorts
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CHRIS video: Adam Stewart, Sandals Resorts
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 24, 2024
Hotel Investment Today talked to Sandals Resorts Executive Chairman Adam Stewart about the state of development in the Caribbean and how Sandals is evolving its offer to meet changing customer preferences.... Read More
Why 2023 was a ‘tremendous success’ for Caribbean hospitality
News / Caribbean
Why 2023 was a ‘tremendous success’ for Caribbean hospitality
By Rob Schneider | April 23, 2024
At the opening session of the 15th annual CHRIS conference, data experts explained why 2023 was such a great year for the Caribbean and why there’s even more room for optimism in 2024. ... Read More
Noble House invests in Oregon coast portfolio
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Noble House invests in Oregon coast portfolio
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 23, 2024
Deal with The Pacific City Lodging Portfolio on the Oregon coast gives owners the opportunity to realize further growth versus an intended sale. ... Read More
Leaders identify emerging trends at CHRIS
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Leaders identify emerging trends at CHRIS
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 22, 2024
The 15th annual CHRIS conference starts with a CEO session where leaders focus on the changing face of luxury and development opportunities in the Caribbean. ... Read More
Hays exiting at Ashford Hospitality Trust
News / REITs
Hays exiting at Ashford Hospitality Trust
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 19, 2024
New CEO Stephen Zsigray comes from inside as the struggling REIT continues to sell assets and refinance debt.... Read More
MCR, BLT close on $632M refinance for 53-hotel portfolio
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MCR, BLT close on $632M refinance for 53-hotel portfolio
By Rob Schneider | April 19, 2024
The refinance was securitized as a SASB CMSB transaction for the 53 hotels, which were valued at $960 million.... Read More
Driftwood Capital’s approach to acquisitions
News / Owners
Driftwood Capital’s approach to acquisitions
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 19, 2024
The father-son team said the current environment is ripe for increased M&A, but they will be picky about dealmaking and even consider tertiary markets if there is strong growth potential.... Read More
Driftwood refinances Sheraton in Park City, Utah
News / Financing
Driftwood refinances Sheraton in Park City, Utah
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 18, 2024
Five-year CMBS loan for 200-key, strong group business property in a preferred high-barrier-to-entry market creates more favorable terms, value for investors.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Access Point Financial, HAMA, Driftwood Capital
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Quotes of the Week: Access Point Financial, HAMA, Driftwood Capital
April 18, 2024
Among our top quotes from the past week is HAMA President Sarah Gulla talking about the association's take on performance for the rest of 2024. ... Read More
Deal activity: April 9-17, 2024
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: April 9-17, 2024
By Shawn Turner | April 18, 2024
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Sunstone Hotel Investors’ acquisition of the Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk from Hyatt Hotels.... Read More
Driftwood Capital plays its best hands
News / Owners
Driftwood Capital plays its best hands
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 17, 2024
White knight investments, lending drive business, even as the Miami-based real estate firm has $800 million in new development in the works. ... Read More