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.
Deal activity: December 19, 2023-January 2, 2024
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: December 19, 2023-January 2, 2024
By Shawn Turner | January 3, 2024
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week is Dalian Wanda Group’s sale of the Wanda Reign on the Bund in Shanghai to Singapore’s Pacific Eagle Real Estate, controlled by Indonesian billionaire Sukanto Tanoto.... Read More
Phocuswright analysts share 2024 travel industry predictions
News / Insights
Phocuswright analysts share 2024 travel industry predictions
By Morgan Hines | January 3, 2024
From digital streamlining and funding to destination recovery and pricing expectations, Phocuswright analysts look ahead to plenty of advancements and changes.  ... Read More
2024 US forecast: 8% increase in project construction
News / Owners
2024 US forecast: 8% increase in project construction
By Rob Schneider | January 2, 2024
The latest data from Lodging Econometrics also shows that renovation and conversion activity has hit record highs.... Read More
ALIS DESIGN+ prepares to launch adjacent to ALIS
News / Owners
ALIS DESIGN+ prepares to launch adjacent to ALIS
January 2, 2024
The new event will emphasize connecting investors and the design community to drive innovation and profitability.... Read More
Latest news: Kempinski doubles in Dubai; Louis Vuitton brand emerging; Oetker to US
News / Brands
Latest news: Kempinski doubles in Dubai; Louis Vuitton brand emerging; Oetker to US
By Rob Schneider | January 2, 2024
Breaking news about M&A, development, data and more.... Read More
Challenges, benefits of phased renovations
Opinion / Contributed Perspectives
Challenges, benefits of phased renovations
By Jill Cole | January 2, 2024
Successful interior designs completed in operating hotels or resorts must be strategically planned to the tiniest detail... Read More
Transitioning your hotel’s dining room
News / Contributed Perspectives
Transitioning your hotel’s dining room
By Mark Bithrey | January 2, 2024
Walking honestly in your customers’ shoes, aligning your brand strategy to surpass their expectations, and having the right design aesthetics are the keys to F&B success.... Read More
Quotes of the week: CBRE, NewcrestImage, Choice, Wyndham
News / Insights
Quotes of the week: CBRE, NewcrestImage, Choice, Wyndham
By Rob Schneider & Jeffrey Weinstein | December 21, 2023
Among the more noteworthy quotes from this week was Rachael Rothman, head of hotels research for CBRE, on what recent hotel performance data shows about the state of the market.... Read More
Latest news: IHG debuts Garner; Mandarin Oriental to Budapest; Playa closes sale
News / Brands
Latest news: IHG debuts Garner; Mandarin Oriental to Budapest; Playa closes sale
By Rob Schneider | December 20, 2023
Breaking news about M&A, development, data and more.... Read More
New counterpunch by Choice in Wyndham takeover battle
News / Mergers and Acquistions
New counterpunch by Choice in Wyndham takeover battle
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 20, 2023
Choice takes two more shots at Wyndham and urges shareholders to tender their shares to ‘send clear message.’... Read More
Deal activity: December 12-18, 2023
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: December 12-18, 2023
By Shawn Turner | December 20, 2023
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week is Haymarket House in London, which was sold to Criterion Capital by JV partners CPPIB and Hermes Real Estate Investment Management Limited for around £135 million.... Read More
23 more must-read features for 2023
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23 more must-read features for 2023
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | December 19, 2023
Starting with a video interview with Marriott’s CEO during HIT’s launch and through a year filled with strategic thinkers and opportunistic dealmakers, here are links to features that turned heads in 2023.  ... Read More
15 more top news stories of 2023
News / Insights
15 more top news stories of 2023
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | December 19, 2023
From the impact of bank failures on access to credit and how hotels in Israel first managed through the war in Gaza to stories about key property and portfolio acquisitions, and more.  ... Read More
How will the Fed’s pivot to cut rates impact development, M&A?
News
How will the Fed’s pivot to cut rates impact development, M&A?
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 19, 2023
 If the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates three times, or more as suggested by Goldman Sachs, will it jumpstart M&A and new development? Experts weigh in.  ... Read More
Latest news: CapitaLand sells 3 in Japan; exec changes coming to Peninsula; parcels sell near Diplomat
News / Owners
Latest news: CapitaLand sells 3 in Japan; exec changes coming to Peninsula; parcels sell near Diplomat
By Rob Schneider | December 18, 2023
Breaking news about M&A, development, data and more.... Read More