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.
The CapEx cliff and the misalignment between brands, owners
News / Owners
The CapEx cliff and the misalignment between brands, owners
By Rob Schneider | March 21, 2024
Executives from Noble Investment Group, Blackstone and Brookfield discussed the current CapEx situation and the evolution of brands on Day 1 at the Hunter Hotel Investment Conference.... Read More
Deal activity: March 13-18, 2024
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: March 13-18, 2024
By Shawn Turner | March 20, 2024
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Bradford Allen Hospitality Investments acquisition of the Aloft Glendale at Westgate in Arizona for $23.75 million. ... Read More
Views from the Boardroom returns at HICAP Update
News / Brands
Views from the Boardroom returns at HICAP Update
By Stefani C. O'Connor | March 20, 2024
More leaders take the stage at HICAP Update; takeaway is opportunity flush in Greater China.... Read More
Latest news: Big deal in Savannah; New Hampton, Sleep Inn prototypes; Delano to Dubai
News / Franchising
Latest news: Big deal in Savannah; New Hampton, Sleep Inn prototypes; Delano to Dubai
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 20, 2024
Breaking news about development, M&A, franchising and more, including news from Matthews Southwest Hospitality, Margaritaville and Oberoi.... Read More
Where Hong Kong currently stands in travel, tourism market
News / Asia Pacific
Where Hong Kong currently stands in travel, tourism market
By Rob Schneider | March 20, 2024
A panel at HICAP Update last week in Hong Kong discussed where the market stands in its recovery and what it still needs to work on.... Read More
Latest news: W headed to Hainan; update on development in Greece; Palasino IPO
News / Brands
Latest news: W headed to Hainan; update on development in Greece; Palasino IPO
March 19, 2024
Breaking news about M&A, development and more, including news from Access Point Financial, Marriott and others.... Read More
Why Aimbridge’s founder is optimistic about the company’s recent changes
News / Owners
Why Aimbridge’s founder is optimistic about the company’s recent changes
By Rob Schneider | March 19, 2024
Dave Johnson discusses what he thinks about the recent changes at Aimbridge and why big is better, no matter what others might say.... Read More
Wyndham’s women’s ownership program hits milestones
News / Franchising
Wyndham’s women’s ownership program hits milestones
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 19, 2024
In 24 months, 16 hotels are open, 50 are under development and Wyndham has developed a network of more than 550 women working toward ownership.... Read More
Choice received nearly 14% of Wyndham shares in exchange
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Choice received nearly 14% of Wyndham shares in exchange
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 18, 2024
While Choice has walked away from the Wyndham deal for now, R.W. Baird wrote on Monday that its share exchange bid garnered more than expected and draws a line in the sand for the future.  ... Read More
What a US TikTok ban could mean for the travel industry
News / Insights
What a US TikTok ban could mean for the travel industry
By D.J. Catron | March 18, 2024
Even if a ban becomes law and withstands a legal challenge, experts it to be sold or for creators to find other ways to use TikTok to market to consumers.... Read More
TMGOC Ventures takes 50% stake in Lexima Lodging
News / Mergers and Acquistions
TMGOC Ventures takes 50% stake in Lexima Lodging
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 18, 2024
Lexima will be able to scale by starting to take management of most TMGOC assets, broadening its outreach to other institutional hotel owners.... Read More
Webinar: Owners share conversion best practices
News / Insights
Webinar: Owners share conversion best practices
By Shawn Turner | March 18, 2024
With conversions being the most prominent form of development today, five owner-operators gather to discuss success secrets everyone should know.... Read More
Amex report on why people traveling today
News
Amex report on why people traveling today
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 18, 2024
Insights into what travelers want from providers, trends driving travel decisions and how they are purchasing differently. ... Read More
Latest news: Hyatt buyback; Peachtree credit investment; more woes in SF
News / Management
Latest news: Hyatt buyback; Peachtree credit investment; more woes in SF
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 18, 2024
Breaking news about development, M&A and more, including news from First Hospitality, Aareal Bank and Australis's DOMA Group.... Read More
HICAP returns to Hong Kong; leaders weigh in
News / Brands
HICAP returns to Hong Kong; leaders weigh in
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 15, 2024
Back in Hong Kong for the first time since 2019, The BHN Group led discussions about opportunities in Asia Pacific, including this plenary session with top leaders from the region.... Read More