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: New LA hotel next to SoFi; Sunstone settles strike; Wynn UAE updates

By Rob Schneider | October 11, 2024

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

News / Owners

‘Cautious optimism’ back at The Lodging Conference

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 11, 2024

CEO panelists said comparisons to 2019 and the start of the pandemic are finished, dealmaking will return in earnest in 2025, and close by offering leadership tips. ... Read More

News / Brands

Marriott will pay $52M, improve cybersecurity to settle multiple data breaches

By Mitra Sorrells | October 10, 2024

The settlements resolve a case with 49 states and come with an FTC directive to implement a “robust information security program.”... Read More

News / Transactions Lists

Deal activity: October 1-8, 2024

By Shawn Turner | October 10, 2024

Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Nrep’s acquisition of the Clarion Hotel Stockholm from Aspelin Ramm Fastigheter.... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: Ritz-Carlton returns to Cancun; DC area hotel sells; Euro deals up

By Rob Schneider | October 10, 2024

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

News / Insights

Quotes of the Week: Bickson Hospitality, Marriott, Wyndham

October 10, 2024

Noteworthy quotes of the week, including Raymond Bickson eulogizing legendary business titan and leader of Indian Hotels Co. Ltd., Ratan Tata.... Read More

News / EMEA

Middle East pipeline surges past 600 projects: LE

By Rob Schneider | October 9, 2024

Lodging Econometrics said the region is experiencing a surge of projects scheduled to start in the next 12 months. Saudi Arabia and Egypt also have pipelines with record-high levels.... Read More

News / Owners

Latest news: Waldorf in NYC delayed; Trump Org’s Vietnam deal; Swiss Life, B&B complete deal

By Rob Schneider | October 9, 2024

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

News

Waiting around at The Lodging Conference

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 8, 2024

The mood remains positive as U.S. performance mulls along, but most dealmakers are holding tight, waiting for the Fed to make its next moves, which might be impacted by the outcome of the Presidential election.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Latest news: Caliber Hospitality adds 7; $100M refi in New Orleans; Florida resorts shutter

By Rob Schneider | October 8, 2024

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

News / Brands

Inside Veranó’s ‘city house’ concept for Puerto Rico

By Rob Schneider | October 7, 2024

The company is introducing a new luxury lifestyle brand by opening the Veranó San Juan next spring. There’s more in the pipeline for Puerto Rico and around the world.... Read More

News / Financing

Latest news: Trio of notable CMBS refinances; South Beach hotel sells; Aimbridge touts changes

By Rob Schneider | October 7, 2024

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

News / Brands

Choice conversion encore: Lobby in a Box

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 7, 2024

After rolling out Kitchen in a Box to help drive faster and cheaper conversions to their extended-stay brands, Choice Hotels has another plug-and-play package to create lobby marketplaces. ... Read More

News / Brands

Wyndham creates new accelerator for diverse developers

By Rob Schneider | October 7, 2024

The Accelerator Circle will help with peer-to-peer connections and mentorship for Wyndham’s Black Owners and Lodging Developers and Women Own the Room programs.... Read More

News / Owners

Hotel executive moves: BWH, OTO Development, Outrigger, Seibu Prince

By Rob Schneider | October 4, 2024

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

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