Economy Hotel

Stay informed with the latest trends and developments in the economy hotel segment through Hotel Investment Today's dedicated section. Our coverage includes market forecasts, financing news, strategic growth opportunities, and more that impact this budget-friendly hotel segment.
Motel One buys out partner, plans IPO
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Motel One buys out partner, plans IPO
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 9, 2024
Founder's investment firm takes back 35% stake after 17 years; growing Munich-based, budget-minded brand focused on further expansion and public listing.... Read More
‘Mid-major’ management company wants to grow into sweet spot
News / Management
‘Mid-major’ management company wants to grow into sweet spot
By Rob Schneider | April 9, 2024
Ben Campbell, the new CEO of Hospitality America, talks about growth in tertiary markets and attracting smaller fish for bigger goals.... Read More
Latest news: Hotel101 to NASDAQ; Hilton expands in Canada; new AAHOA chair
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Latest news: Hotel101 to NASDAQ; Hilton expands in Canada; new AAHOA chair
By Rob Schneider | April 8, 2024
Latest news: Hotel101 will list on NASDAQ; Hilton expands in Canada; LBA adds portfolio false Latest news: Hotel101 will list on NASDAQ; Hilton expands in Canada; LBA adds portfolio Breaking news about deals, development and data featuring Wyndham, Pyramid, Meliá, Ergon, AAHOA and more. Breaking... Read More
Can IHG Garner a new sweet spot in Japan’s midscale?
News / Owners
Can IHG Garner a new sweet spot in Japan’s midscale?
By Raini H.R. | April 8, 2024
A newcomer in Asian hospitality investment, Axe Management Partners, could be IHG's lynchpin to grow its new brand, Garner, outside the U.S., starting with Japan. ... Read More
Latest news: IHG partners with Iberostar in DR; meet World of One; WTTC predicts record spending
News / Brands
Latest news: IHG partners with Iberostar in DR; meet World of One; WTTC predicts record spending
By Rob Schneider | April 5, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data featuring Hilton, Fern Estates, IHCL, Travelodge and more.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Trinity, Wyndham, Playa, Aperture
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Trinity, Wyndham, Playa, Aperture
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | April 4, 2024
Among our top quotes from the past week is Truist Securities analyst C. Patrick Scholes opining on the potential of Hilton expanding its newly acquired NoMad brand. ... Read More
Hotel executive moves: KSL Resorts, Hilton, Selina Hospitality
News / Owners
Hotel executive moves: KSL Resorts, Hilton, Selina Hospitality
By Rob Schneider | April 4, 2024
Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
Deal activity: March 27-April 3, 2024
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: March 27-April 3, 2024
By Shawn Turner | April 4, 2024
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was BH Group and Süzer Group's acquisition of the W Hotel in Miami from the Al Rayyan Tourism Investment Co.... Read More
Latest news: Columbia Hospitality adds 4; US performance sags; Accor grows in India
News / Management
Latest news: Columbia Hospitality adds 4; US performance sags; Accor grows in India
By Rob Schneider | April 4, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data featuring Las Vegas Sands, Limestone, King Street, Travelodge and more.... Read More
Israeli hoteliers look to Europe for growth
News / EMEA
Israeli hoteliers look to Europe for growth
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 4, 2024
More players are looking to nearby Greece and beyond to balance the roller coaster rides they face in their home country.... Read More
European deal activity down 19% in 2023
News / Mergers and Acquistions
European deal activity down 19% in 2023
By Jeffrey Weinstein | April 4, 2024
HVS HWE report suggests the worst is over and activity is off the a fairly strong start in 2024. ... Read More
Ashford Inc. makes plans to delist from NYSE
News / C Corps
Ashford Inc. makes plans to delist from NYSE
By Rob Schneider | April 3, 2024
The Dallas-based company, which advises two other REITs, said it is taking steps to avoid the “substantial cost and expense of being a public reporting company.” The move is expected to save $2.5 million per year.... Read More
Latest news; IHG expands in S. Korea; all-inclusive Hyde in Turkey; possible tax benefit for US hoteliers
News / Management
Latest news; IHG expands in S. Korea; all-inclusive Hyde in Turkey; possible tax benefit for US hoteliers
By Rob Schneider | April 3, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data featuring Hyatt, AHLI, easyHotel, Accor, Ennismore, IHCL, Radisson and more.... Read More
Why the ‘mass affluent consumer’ drive KSL’s investments
News / Owners
Why the ‘mass affluent consumer’ drive KSL’s investments
By Rob Schneider | April 3, 2024
The Denver-based private equity firm has already invested billions in the hospitality industry, and there’s plenty of dry powder left in its latest $2 billion fund.... Read More
Latest news: Accor growth in Asia; Hyatt's new brand; Queens hotel sells
News / Brands
Latest news: Accor growth in Asia; Hyatt's new brand; Queens hotel sells
By Rob Schneider | April 2, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data featuring DM Hotels, Valencia, Radisson, Aimbridge, Hilton and more.... Read More