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.
Latest news: Gencom re-acquires Ritz in Florida; PM Hotel Group alliance; Noble adds in Nashville
News / Brands
Latest news: Gencom re-acquires Ritz in Florida; PM Hotel Group alliance; Noble adds in Nashville
By Rob Schneider | January 12, 2024
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Wyndham: FTC Second Request will reduce value of Choice offer
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Wyndham: FTC Second Request will reduce value of Choice offer
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 12, 2024
 Wyndham Chairman Holmes states a protracted review process creates uncertain outcome and no guarantee of closing.  ... Read More
Capital infusion sets up Concord for quality growth
News / Management
Capital infusion sets up Concord for quality growth
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 11, 2024
Existing real estate partners take big stake in management company; CEO Laport discusses implications, growth plans and why he believe “new wins.”  ... Read More
Quotes of the week: Rocco Forte Hotels, Choice Hotels, Standard International
News / Insights
Quotes of the week: Rocco Forte Hotels, Choice Hotels, Standard International
By Rob Schneider & Jeffrey Weinstein | January 11, 2024
Among the more noteworthy quotes from this week was Sir Rocco Forte of Rocco Forte Hotels on why he’s reinvigorated by the fresh capital from a KSA investment fund.... Read More
Deal activity: December 14, 2023-January 9, 2024
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: December 14, 2023-January 9, 2024
By Shawn Turner | January 10, 2024
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week is JBG Smith’s sale of the Crystal City Marriott in Arlington, Virginia, to Dauntless Capital Partners.... Read More
Latest news: JRK buys in Puerto Rico; Banyan Tree rebrands; UK deals down
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Latest news: JRK buys in Puerto Rico; Banyan Tree rebrands; UK deals down
By Rob Schneider | January 10, 2024
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Invest in exceptional people for capex success
News / Contributed Perspectives
Invest in exceptional people for capex success
By Alan Benjamin | January 10, 2024
One of the best ways to control the controllables is to hire the best people to mitigate the downside risk throughout the process.  ... Read More
Choice calls Wyndham antitrust claims false, misleading
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Choice calls Wyndham antitrust claims false, misleading
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 10, 2024
Choice Hotels issues a statement suggesting Wyndham manipulated industry data to put more emphasis on antitrust issues surrounding potential deal.... Read More
Noble closes oversubscribed $1 billion fund
News / Owners
Noble closes oversubscribed $1 billion fund
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 9, 2024
 “Generational investment opportunity” has Noble ready to acquire income-producing hotels, recapitalize owners, and add value both operationally and physically.  ... Read More
More leaders join ALIS DESIGN+ agenda
News / Owners
More leaders join ALIS DESIGN+ agenda
January 8, 2024
 Just two weeks away, The BHN Group’s new event will connect investors and the design community adds the likes of Hilton’s global head of architecture and design, Larry Traxler.  ... Read More
Latest news: Investment in Concord; public hotels report card; Four Seasons to Africa
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Latest news: Investment in Concord; public hotels report card; Four Seasons to Africa
By Rob Schneider | January 8, 2024
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Latest news: Four Seasons residence in Bahamas; Travelodge buys 66 hotels; Highgate defaults in SF
News / Brands
Latest news: Four Seasons residence in Bahamas; Travelodge buys 66 hotels; Highgate defaults in SF
By Rob Schneider | January 5, 2024
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Why US starts are stalled, renovations/conversions riding high
News
Why US starts are stalled, renovations/conversions riding high
By Rob Schneider | January 5, 2024
Lodging Econometrics offers a deeper dive into construction data through Q3 and what it means for 2024.... Read More
A Venetian in Dallas? Inside the gamble in Texas
News / Owners
A Venetian in Dallas? Inside the gamble in Texas
By Rob Schneider | January 4, 2024
Here’s how the sale of an NBA team and a plot of land near a demolished NFL stadium could eventually lead to gigantic resorts/casinos in Texas. And why the Las Vegas Sands could play a pivotal role. ... Read More
Latest news: Four Seasons for Telluride; Marriott adds 2 in China; big boost for Thailand
News / Brands
Latest news: Four Seasons for Telluride; Marriott adds 2 in China; big boost for Thailand
By Rob Schneider | January 3, 2024
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