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 / Brands

Airbnb to launch hotel interface

By Morgan Hines | September 17, 2025

CEO Brian Chesky said the company is “getting serious” about hotels and will be adding a hotel interface to its app.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Latest news: Bain buys in Paris; new IHG owners' CEO; Aman goes on safari

By Rob Schneider | September 17, 2025

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

News / Brands

Latest news: SI Resort in Chicago; refis in DC, Nashville; Hideaway brand debuts

By Rob Schneider | September 16, 2025

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

News / Financing

Latest news: APAC investment off 23%; CIM closes $73.5M in loans; St. Regis to Turkey

By Rob Schneider | September 15, 2025

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

News

HAMA members expect better fourth quarter

By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 15, 2025

Relative optimism prevails with a majority expecting some RevPAR growth in 4Q25, with similar sentiment carrying into 2026. ... Read More

News / Owners

Hotel executive moves: Concord, Dusit, Far East, Kempinski

By Rob Schneider | September 12, 2025

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

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Latest news: AHT sells in SD; business travel rebound?; HE grows in Canada

September 12, 2025

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

News / Transactions Lists

Deal activity: September 2-9, 2025

By Shawn Turner | September 11, 2025

Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Hersha Hospitality’s sale of the Residence Inn in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania.... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: AJ Capital’s $303.5M refi; Kimpton to Napa Valley; Hyatt deal in Japan

By Rob Schneider | September 11, 2025

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

News / Insights

Quotes of the Week: Ad Altius, Blackstone, Noble House

September 11, 2025

Among the top quotes from stories this week is Ad Altius' Thomas Brown talking about institutional capital pursuing ultraluxury assets as it recognizes the value of scarcity.... Read More