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.
Latest news: Braemar sells in La Jolla; historic KC hotel sells; LATAM pipeline surges
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Latest news: Braemar sells in La Jolla; historic KC hotel sells; LATAM pipeline surges
By Rob Schneider | May 7, 2024
Latest news: Braemar announces sale; historic KC hotel sells; Latin America pipeline surging false Latest news: Braemar announces sale; historic KC hotel sells; Latin America pipeline surging Breaking news about M&A, development, data and more Breaking news about M&A, development, data a... Read More
Why franchising is rising in SE Asia: JLL report
News / Franchising
Why franchising is rising in SE Asia: JLL report
By Rob Schneider | May 7, 2024
The report highlights what hotel owners in the region need to assess before franchising with a brand.... Read More
Marriott boosts Japan portfolio with KKR deal
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Marriott boosts Japan portfolio with KKR deal
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 7, 2024
KKR acquires 14 hotels out of bankruptcy from Unizo Holdings with plans to convert them to Four Points Express by Sheraton properties. ... Read More
More than 50% of investors will buy more in '24: CBRE
News / Mergers and Acquistions
More than 50% of investors will buy more in '24: CBRE
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 6, 2024
Hotel assets remain in vogue, but investors cite borrowing costs (52%), labor costs (44%), and construction costs (26%) as biggest challenges. ... Read More
Choice’s CDO on where he thinks the company can grow
News / Franchising
Choice’s CDO on where he thinks the company can grow
By Rob Schneider | May 6, 2024
Choice Hotels International Chief Development Officer David Pepper talks about extended-stay, NUG and the premium value space.... Read More
Latest news: Extended-stay takes hit; Charlottesville deal; Accor soft brand to SF
News / Owners
Latest news: Extended-stay takes hit; Charlottesville deal; Accor soft brand to SF
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 6, 2024
Breaking news about M&A, development, data and more.... Read More
‘Scale matters’: Why appetite for M&A is still there for Choice
News / Franchising
‘Scale matters’: Why appetite for M&A is still there for Choice
By Rob Schneider | May 3, 2024
Choice Hotels International CEO Patrick Pacious talks about M&A, moving up segments and the success of its extended-stay brands.... Read More
Latest news: Minor adding 50 in India; Lexington in NYC refinances; first Club Med in Middle East
News / Brands
Latest news: Minor adding 50 in India; Lexington in NYC refinances; first Club Med in Middle East
By Rob Schneider | May 3, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
CHRIS video: Rogerio Basso, IDB Invest
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CHRIS video: Rogerio Basso, IDB Invest
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 3, 2024
Hotel Investment Today talked to the head of tourism for this private sector, ESG-focused investor about opportunities in the CALA region that can change the status quo in communities.... Read More
Gains outside the Americas drive IHG’s growth
News / C Corps
Gains outside the Americas drive IHG’s growth
By Rob Schneider | May 3, 2024
The company said while its global RevPAR increased 2.6% in the first quarter, gains in the Americas were slightly down. But RevPAR growth elsewhere increased at a more robust pace.... Read More
Hotel executive moves: The Lux Collective, HVMG, Peachtree
News / Owners
Hotel executive moves: The Lux Collective, HVMG, Peachtree
By Rob Schneider | May 2, 2024
Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
11 insightful quotes of the week: Marriott, sbe, L+R, CHTA and more
News / Insights
11 insightful quotes of the week: Marriott, sbe, L+R, CHTA and more
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | May 2, 2024
Noteworthy quotes from our stories over the past week include a consultant in India discussing how prolonged timelines must be addressed to get deals done in burgeoning India.... Read More
Latest news: Is Accor buying Habitas?; dual-brand in NOLA, W Fort Lauderdale trade
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Latest news: Is Accor buying Habitas?; dual-brand in NOLA, W Fort Lauderdale trade
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 2, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
HOLA video: Cesar Chavez, FibraHotel
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HOLA video: Cesar Chavez, FibraHotel
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 2, 2024
Hotel Investment Today talked to FibraHotel's Cesar Chavez about the climate for development in Mexico, where Latin America’s biggest REIT is focused more on luxury development.... Read More
US transaction volume down 23% in 1Q24
News / Mergers and Acquistions
US transaction volume down 23% in 1Q24
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 2, 2024
Total deal volume off 18% versus the previous quarter, but price per key increased 5%, according to LW Hospitality Advisors data. ... Read More