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: September 16-23, 2025
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: September 16-23, 2025
By Shawn Turner | September 25, 2025
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was the Aloft Nashville West End selling to Somera Capital Management.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Castle Peak, Revolution, IHG, LROH
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Quotes of the Week: Castle Peak, Revolution, IHG, LROH
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | September 25, 2025
Among the noteworthy quotes from stories this week was Castle Peak Holdings David Better talking about noticeable changes in U.S. inbound and outbound travel.... Read More
Falling occupancy could mean ADR declines late in '25
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Falling occupancy could mean ADR declines late in '25
By Rob Schneider | September 24, 2025
CBRE’s latest “U.S. Hotels State of the Union” report suggests a lack of positive momentum could mean even more softening.... Read More
Latest news: Connecticut sale; adaptive reuse in San Antonio, RIU debuts in Canada
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Connecticut sale; adaptive reuse in San Antonio, RIU debuts in Canada
By Rob Schneider | September 24, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Latest news: Assurance buys 3 in Colorado; Manhattan casino rejected; ESA sells 3 in Philly
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Latest news: Assurance buys 3 in Colorado; Manhattan casino rejected; ESA sells 3 in Philly
By Rob Schneider | September 23, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Costa Rica performance looks familiar
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Costa Rica performance looks familiar
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 22, 2025
Higher-end hotels and resort areas have done well, while other areas have remained flat, STR reports.... Read More
Latest news: Nimes refi in Burbank; H World growth; IHG adds in Egypt
News / Brands
Latest news: Nimes refi in Burbank; H World growth; IHG adds in Egypt
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 22, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Why USDA program can be attractive option
By Rob Schneider | September 22, 2025
The USDA Business & Industry loan program offers up to $25 million in lending for smaller markets that meet the qualification criteria.... Read More
Hotel executive moves: Atrium, First Hospitality, RLJ, Schulte
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Hotel executive moves: Atrium, First Hospitality, RLJ, Schulte
By Rob Schneider | September 19, 2025
Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
Latest news: InterCon in NYC selling?; Sage JV rebrands in Florida; Tokyo icon returning
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Latest news: InterCon in NYC selling?; Sage JV rebrands in Florida; Tokyo icon returning
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 19, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Mixed outlook for US business travel: Deloitte
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Mixed outlook for US business travel: Deloitte
By Elizabeth West | September 19, 2025
More than two-thirds of U.S.-based companies predicted their 2026 travel spend will outpace 2025 and with a slightly stronger increase of 23% on average. ... Read More
Deal activity: September 9-16, 2025
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: September 9-16, 2025
By Shawn Turner | September 18, 2025
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was a joint venture’s acquisition of the Westin Tampa Waterside in Florida.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Certares, CapStar Advisors, Tarsadia Capital
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Quotes of the Week: Certares, CapStar Advisors, Tarsadia Capital
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | September 18, 2025
Among the noteworthy quotes from this week's stories was Certares' Nolan Hecht talking about buying ahead of the crowd and rate cuts.... Read More
Latest news: Marcus creates Marc; $42M refi in Savannah; Park recasts $2B credit facility
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Latest news: Marcus creates Marc; $42M refi in Savannah; Park recasts $2B credit facility
By Rob Schneider | September 18, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Majority of hoteliers scaling back development: AHLA
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Majority of hoteliers scaling back development: AHLA
By Rob Schneider | September 17, 2025
Majority of hoteliers scaling back development: AHLA false Majority of hoteliers scaling back development: AHLA Rising costs and softening demand are leading to a pullback, according to the AHLA member survey. Rising costs and softening demand are leading to a pullback, according to the AHLA me... Read More