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

Optimism for meetings sector hits five-year high

By Rob Schneider | October 7, 2025

The Amex GBT survey indicates that AI is viewed as an essential tool for driving creativity, content creation, and tracking attendee engagement.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Latest news: Azora acquires Medplaya; $35M sale in Knoxville; first IHG in Iceland

By Rob Schneider | October 7, 2025

Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More

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Optimism trumps uncertainty at Lodging Conference

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 7, 2025

With more than 3,000 in attendance and despite ongoing mixed emotions about what is coming next in the economy, panelists remain bullish.... Read More

News / Brands

Sonesta debuts new extended-stay product

By Rob Schneider | October 6, 2025

Americas Best Value Studios by Sonesta is an extended-stay extension of Sonesta’s most franchised brand.... Read More

News / Financing

Latest news: $1.9B refi for ESA portfolio; Numa expanding in Europe; Waterford, Valor add

By Rob Schneider | October 6, 2025

Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More

News / Brands

Wyndham adds Dazzler Select in ‘lifestyle economy’ space

By Rob Schneider | October 6, 2025

The soft brand, which debuts today in Florida, is targeting the 16,000-plus economy independent hotels in the US.... Read More

News / Owners

Hotel executive moves: Highgate, KHP, L+R, Outrigger

By Rob Schneider | October 3, 2025

Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Latest news: Service Properties Trust sells 3 assets; LA default; SF sales approved

By Rob Schneider | October 3, 2025

Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More

News / Transactions Lists

Deal activity: September 23-29, 2025

By Shawn Turner | October 2, 2025

Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was KSL Capital Partners’ acquisition of the Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa in South Carolina.... Read More

News / Insights

Quotes of the Week: Brookfield, Hawkins Way, NewcrestImage

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | October 2, 2025

Among the noteworthy quotes from this week's stories was NewcrestImage's Mehul Patel talking about the implications of lost government business.... Read More

News / Owners

Latest news: Faraway expands; Peachtree add 6; PHD buys in Alabama

By Rob Schneider | October 2, 2025

Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More

News / Owners

Brookfield turns to ‘fixer’ mode

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 2, 2025

Head of Hospitality Investments Shai Zelering said the PE giant wants to focus on the operations fundamentals of the business through capital infusions or collaborations.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

JTB Corp. finalizes deal for Northstar Travel Group

October 1, 2025

Northstar will maintain its current operations and services offerings, continuing to serve its audiences and customers with the same travel events, media, and information services.... Read More

News / Owners

Latest news: 9,000 for Hilton; Azul's dual-brand in Phoenix; Rowe new CEO of KHP

By Rob Schneider | October 1, 2025

Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Single asset deals drive UK volume

By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 30, 2025

Investment volume in 3Q25 increased 28% year-over-year to more than £1 billion, according to Savills. ... Read More

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