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.
Hotel executive moves: Central Romana, Dream Capital, Five Star
News / Owners
Hotel executive moves: Central Romana, Dream Capital, Five Star
By Rob Schneider | December 2, 2024
 Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
Deal activity: October 15-November 26, 2024
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: October 15-November 26, 2024
By Shawn Turner | November 27, 2024
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Columbia West Properties’ sale of the Watertown Hotel in Seattle to Sohal Hotels for $27.5 million.... Read More
Latest news: Meliá founder dies; $9B loan for Marina Bay Sands; Florida construction loan
News / Financing
Latest news: Meliá founder dies; $9B loan for Marina Bay Sands; Florida construction loan
By Rob Schneider | November 27, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: PwC, Pyramid Global, Shaner, JLL
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: PwC, Pyramid Global, Shaner, JLL
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | November 27, 2024
Among the noteworthy quotes of the week was Pyramid Global's Chris Devine talking about its move deeper into the U.K. and Europe after its deal with Axiom Hospitality.... Read More
Latest news: Blackstone completes Athens deal; Gaw sells in Oakland; Criterion refi
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Blackstone completes Athens deal; Gaw sells in Oakland; Criterion refi
By Rob Schneider | November 26, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Why Q4 may not be a ‘blowout’ for M&A
News
Why Q4 may not be a ‘blowout’ for M&A
By Rob Schneider | November 25, 2024
As we review CoStar’s top hotel deals through Q3, analysts say market uncertainty and recurring cash flow struggles may mean the deal spigot isn’t gushing in Q4, as was once predicted.... Read More
Latest news: Hardage refinance; Flacks acquires in Georgia; strong month for extended-stay
News / Financing
Latest news: Hardage refinance; Flacks acquires in Georgia; strong month for extended-stay
By Rob Schneider | November 25, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Construction drives Middle East pipeline
News / EMEA
Construction drives Middle East pipeline
By Rob Schneider | November 25, 2024
Hotel development in Saudi Arabia dominates the pipeline, while brand conversions also sit at record highs for the region, according to Lodging Econometrics.... Read More
PwC forecast 1.5% US RevPAR gain in 2025
News
PwC forecast 1.5% US RevPAR gain in 2025
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 22, 2024
Latest forecast suggests post-election clarity and ADR increases will likely sustain hotel performance through 2025 amid modest demand growth. ... Read More
Latest news: Rio Hyatt's biggest; Partners Group adds Bluesea; McCulloch passes
News / Brands
Latest news: Rio Hyatt's biggest; Partners Group adds Bluesea; McCulloch passes
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 22, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hotel executive moves: Driftwood, HVMG, Kessler, Mandarin Oriental
News / Owners
Hotel executive moves: Driftwood, HVMG, Kessler, Mandarin Oriental
By Rob Schneider | November 21, 2024
Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
APEC, pipeline reaches new heights
News / Asia Pacific
APEC, pipeline reaches new heights
By Rob Schneider | November 21, 2024
Through the third quarter and excluding China, the Asia Pacific construction pipeline reached new record highs in projects and rooms.... Read More
Latest news: Auberge gets construction loan; Woodvale buys again; Marriott CEO interview
News / Financing
Latest news: Auberge gets construction loan; Woodvale buys again; Marriott CEO interview
By Rob Schneider | November 21, 2024
The latest on global M&A, development, data and more.... Read More
Deal activity: November 12-19, 2024
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: November 12-19, 2024
By Shawn Turner | November 21, 2024
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Lopesan Hotel Group and Stoneweg Hospitality acquiring the Hotel Miguel Angel in Madrid.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Tourism Economics, Trinity, Mohari
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Tourism Economics, Trinity, Mohari
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | November 21, 2024
Among the noteworthy quotes from stories this week is Aran Ryan of Tourism Economics on the potential impact of the incoming Trump administration on hotel performance.... Read More