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

Why the ability to hold rate encourages Marriott CEO

By Rob Schneider | September 5, 2025

Anthony Capuano discussed bifurcation, the current development environment and challenges in China at BofA conference.... Read More

News / Owners

Hotel executive moves: Choice, Eight Form, Marriott, PM Hotel Group

By Rob Schneider | September 5, 2025

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

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Latest news: T2 buys in DC; loan for Florida Indigo; OTO goes to Texas

By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 5, 2025

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

News / Transactions Lists

Deal activity: August 26-September 2, 2025

By Shawn Turner | September 4, 2025

Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Ashford Hospitality Trust’s sale of the Hilton Houston NASA Clear Lake in Houston.... Read More

News / Insights

Quotes of the Week: JLL, LARC, Axe Management Partners, Ovolo

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | September 4, 2025

Among the noteworthy quotes from stories this week include JLL's Lauro Ferroni talking about better deal dynamics ahead.... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: Aman adding Mexico; T2 buys in Florida; HLS deal with Live In Lodge

By Rob Schneider | September 4, 2025

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

News / Management

SVC signs 15-year agreement with Sonesta

By Rob Schneider | September 3, 2025

Service Properties Trust’s new 15-year management agreement with Sonesta is for 59 of the REIT’s hotels and lasts until 2040.... Read More

News / Owners

Latest news: Cain hires ex-Six Senses CEO; Mohari, Omnam €280M refi; sale of historic Boston asset

By Rob Schneider | September 3, 2025

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

News

US holiday travel plans steady, but cost conscious

By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 3, 2025

PwC report finds that overall holiday spending is set to decline by 5% -- the first notable drop since 2020.... Read More

News / Financing

Latest news: $229M refi in Florida; AmEx-CWT deal done; new Choice CCO

By Rob Schneider | September 2, 2025

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

News

2026 likely tale of two cities

By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 2, 2025

LARC forecast suggests location will heavily impact results; expects values to increase 2% over the next five years.... Read More

News / Owners

Hotel executive moves: Accor, East-West, Mandarin, Omni

By Rob Schneider | August 29, 2025

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

News / Financing

Latest news: $30M loan in Santa Barbara; extended-stay off; Singapore closing

By Rob Schneider | August 29, 2025

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

News

Rise of HNWI deals good news for hotels

By Rob Schneider | August 29, 2025

JLL’s Lauro Ferroni and Dan Peek discuss why the data is pointing to increased transaction activity in 2025, especially from high-net-worth individuals.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

JTB Corp. to acquire Northstar Travel Group

By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 28, 2025

BHN Group parent company and B2B travel industry events, media, and information services company sold by EagleTree Capital and will operate independently as a wholly owned subsidiary of JTB.... Read More

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