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.

News / Owners

Pipeline update from across the UK

By Lodging Econometrics | July 11, 2023

With London leading, development has remained stable or increased, according to Lodging Econometrics data.... Read More

News / Brands

Latest HITs: New Aman COO; Minor buys in Maldives; Salters keep growing

By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 11, 2023

The latest development, management, M&A, performance news and more from around the world.... Read More

News / Debt and Equity

Leaders discuss managing debt financing in Europe

By Robert Cole | July 11, 2023

Will rates return to their previously low levels? Panelists at HVS-led event in London don’t seem to expect it and offer insight into the new, old normal.... Read More

News / Financing

Ashford breaks pencils on 19 loans

By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 9, 2023

Dallas-based REIT said it is likely to return keys to lenders for still-underperforming hotels.... Read More

News / Owners

Average Caribbean construction costs surge 19%

By Mary Scoviak | July 7, 2023

Unprecedented hikes in shipping, materials costs drove up 2022’s development price tags throughout the region but there could be smoother sailing ahead.... Read More

News / Transactions Lists

Deal activity: June 27 – July 4, 2023

By Shawn Turner | July 6, 2023

Henderson Park, Klarent Hospitality acquiring the Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh among the major deals of the past week.... Read More

News / Insights

Taking stock at Hotel Investment Today

By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 5, 2023

At the Independence Day holiday break, the Hotel Investment Today team reviews its progress and welcomes your input to create an even better product to serve your professional needs.... Read More

News / From Our Partners

C-PACE gives hospitality investors options in today’s tight credit market

By Brendan Manley | June 29, 2023

Jared Schlosser, head of originations at Peachtree Group affiliate Stonehill, details the benefits, best practices and bottom-line advantages of this increasingly popular piece of the capital stack.... Read More

News / Insights

Hot Type: R Collection Hotels, Pan Pacific, Benjamin West

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Mary Scoviak | June 29, 2023

Some of the most interesting quotes from the past week's stories, including a profile on an Italian independent, the value of sustainability efforts, CapEx planning and more.... Read More

News / Contributed Perspectives

Personalization + ChatGPT = Holy Grail in customer intent

By Terry Jones | June 28, 2023

A report from sister publication PhocusWire on how ChatGPT is going to change travel search for the better, and how adding personalization will make it so.... Read More