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 / Owners

Latest news: Accor debuts in Vegas; $5.5B NYC casino plan; sales in Florida, Illinois

By Rob Schneider | July 23, 2025

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

News / C Corps

Hilton reports RevPAR decline, but NUG still strong

By Rob Schneider | July 23, 2025

CEO Chris Nassetta noted performance challenges in the second quarter but said net unit growth should be 6-7% “for the next several years.”... Read More

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Constrained pipeline could present strategic openings for developers

By Rob Schneider | July 22, 2025

HVS’s new survey says while the development costs are still high, there is evidence that construction prices are stabilizing.... Read More

Latest news: Price fixing suit dismissed; Ready adds Ritz in Portland; historic reno in Cali

By Rob Schneider | July 22, 2025

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

News / Financing

Opportunity Zones give incentives for patience

By Rob Schneider | July 21, 2025

Investors and developers say OZs are an essential tool for new development in an inflationary environment. Now they are permanent.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Latest news: Another Ace deal in place?; new Peachtree fund; new Club Med chair

By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 21, 2025

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

News / Asset Management

Las Vegas grapple with steep occupancy decline

By Christina Jelski | July 21, 2025

The LVCVA has responded with a 30% boost in annual marketing spend. And some hotels are rolling out promotions of their own. ... Read More

News / Asset Management

Align the GM’s goals with investors

By David McCaslin | July 21, 2025

Focus on the expected timeline, share investment goals and offer a piece of the waterfall big enough to actually change their life. ... Read More

News / Owners

Executive moves: Club Med, Marriott, White Lodging, Shangri-La

By Rob Schneider | July 18, 2025

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

News / Brands

Latest news: SI Resort for Nashville; new Wichita hotel; Charlestowne adds 2

By Rob Schneider | July 18, 2025

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

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Global construction up except Middle East, Africa

By Rob Schneider | July 18, 2025

Overall construction activity increased in Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Americas, while the overall pipeline decreased by 2.6% in the Middle East and Africa.... Read More

News / Insights

Quotes of the Week: Arbor Lodging, Marriott, Hilton, Dalata

July 17, 2025

Among the noteworthy quotes of the week was Arbor Lodging's Vamsi Bonthala talking about how they evaluate acquisition opportunities differently right now.... Read More

News / Transactions Lists

Deal activity: July 8-15, 2025

By Shawn Turner | July 17, 2025

Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was AJ Capital Partners’ acquisition of multiple properties to expand its Marine & Lawn Hotels & Resorts portfolio.... Read More