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.
Quotes of the Week: STR, Hyatt, Marriott, Chimera
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: STR, Hyatt, Marriott, Chimera
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | November 13, 2025
Among the noteworthy quotes from stories this week is STR's Amanda Hite talking about why forecasts were lowered again for 2025-2026.... Read More
Survey points to softer holiday travel season
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Survey points to softer holiday travel season
By Rob Schneider | November 13, 2025
While Deloitte’s survey indicates that holiday travel intent is at its highest in recent years, more high-income Americans plan to make cuts this year.... Read More
Latest news: Hilton to double Signia; Peachtree buys lender; Aman's Janu to UAE
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Hilton to double Signia; Peachtree buys lender; Aman's Janu to UAE
By Rob Schneider | November 12, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Jamaica faces uneven recovery after hurricane
News / Caribbean
Jamaica faces uneven recovery after hurricane
By Christina Jelski | November 12, 2025
Jamaica faces uneven recovery after hurricane false Some resorts already are welcoming back guests, while others in harder-hit regions face lengthy reopening timelines. Brought to you by 0 0 Christina Jelski 74 News INTERNATIONAL REPORT – Jama... Read More
Further cuts in 2025, 2026 US forecasts
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Further cuts in 2025, 2026 US forecasts
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 12, 2025
Job market softening, policy uncertainty and tariff costs remain near-term drags, while 2026 is expected “firm up moderately.”... Read More
Why international leisure has this expert optimistic
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Why international leisure has this expert optimistic
By Rob Schneider | November 12, 2025
A panel of HICAP experts talked about reasons to be excited about next year, how AI could allow hotels to reclaim inventory and the importance of flexible models for hotels.... Read More
Turning a struggling hotel into a profitable asset
News / Contributed Perspectives
Turning a struggling hotel into a profitable asset
By Naveed Khan | November 12, 2025
With the wrong team in place, hotels are bound to fail, which is why the turnaround needs to start with the staff.... Read More
Latest news: Cooper buys in Florida; HEI adds in Miami; Atlantis to Maldives
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Cooper buys in Florida; HEI adds in Miami; Atlantis to Maldives
By Rob Schneider | November 11, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Latest news: Vici buys 7 Vegas properties; Auberge to Houston; Waldorf adds Greece
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Vici buys 7 Vegas properties; Auberge to Houston; Waldorf adds Greece
By Rob Schneider | November 10, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hotels turn to AI, automation to drive profitability
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Hotels turn to AI, automation to drive profitability
By Cathy Walsh | November 7, 2025
Leaders increasingly are betting on technology, led by AI and automation, as both a buffer against disruption and a catalyst for long-term competitive advantage.... Read More
Latest news: AEG bids in downtown LA; Sawgrass sells; Como to Saint-Tropez
News / Owners
Latest news: AEG bids in downtown LA; Sawgrass sells; Como to Saint-Tropez
November 7, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Deal activity: October 29-November 3, 2025
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: October 29-November 3, 2025
By Shawn Turner | November 6, 2025
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was the acquisition of the Hotel Miramar in Singapore by a pair of Singapore-based companies.... Read More
Executive moves: Auberge, Choice, Peregrine, Wyndham
News / Owners
Executive moves: Auberge, Choice, Peregrine, Wyndham
By Rob Schneider | November 6, 2025
Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Highgate, Gaw Capital, Marriott, Choice
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Highgate, Gaw Capital, Marriott, Choice
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | November 6, 2025
Among the noteworthy quotes from this week's stories is Highgate's Richard Russo talking about their new complementary alliance with Kessler Collection.... Read More
Here’s why Choice’s CEO is optimistic about economy
News / C Corps
Here’s why Choice’s CEO is optimistic about economy
By Rob Schneider | November 6, 2025
Choice Hotels CEO Patrick Pacious pointed to green shoots indicating a recovery for economy hotels and discussed what he loves about their pipeline.... Read More
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