Independent Hotel

Stay updated with the latest trends and developments in the independants hotel segment through Hotel Investment Today's dedicated section. Our coverage includes market forecasts, financing news, strategic growth opportunities, and more that impact this hotel segment.

News / Asset Management

Exclusive: Smith Hill, Bain Capital launch $1B debt, preferred equity platform

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 25, 2023

With debt offering a very attractive risk adjusted proposition, the affiliate of Procaccianti Companies and PE giant Bain Capital will focus on new loan originations and debt refinancing exclusively in the hospitality space.... Read More

News / C Corps

Update: Hilton's Nassetta foresees 6-7% growth rate

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 25, 2023

Hilton remains on track to deliver the highest annual signings in company history, surpassing 2019 record levels by double digit percentage points, Nassetta said.... Read More

News / Franchising

Marriott CEO on continued consolidation: ‘Scale matters’

By Rob Schneider | October 24, 2023

Anthony Capuano was interviewed to lead off the second day of the 33rd annual Hotel Investment Conference Asia Pacific (HICAP). He talked about M&A, the role of AI and chasing conversions.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquistions

Latest news: Six Senses Rome trades; Four Seasons refinance; Lindemann Hotels sell

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 23, 2023

Breaking news about M&A, development, data and more.... Read More

News

Meet owners’ new problems; same as the old problems?

By Rob Schneider | October 23, 2023

At a panel that helped kick off the first day of the Hotel Investment Conference Asia Pacific (HICAP), leaders discussed sustainability, AI and building customer loyalty.... Read More

News / C Corps

IHG first to report 3Q earnings; RevPAR up 10% YOY

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 20, 2023

CEO Maalouf suggested tailwinds from China’s ongoing rebound and broad robust rooms revenue drove strong results.... Read More

News / Owners

Latest news: Mixed-use Ritz-Carlton for Savannah; LXR to Italy; Margaritaville auction

October 19, 2023

The latest news about development, M&A, data and more.... Read More

News / Brands

Is it time to invest in Indonesia’s future capital, Nusantara?

By Raini Hamdi | October 19, 2023

Two Indonesian conglomerates and Marriott International have announced hotels in Nusantara. Grandstanding or shrewd risk taking?... Read More

News / Insights

Quotes of the week: AAHOA, Choice Hotels, Apple Hospitality

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | October 19, 2023

Some noteworthy quotes from the past week, including Choice Hotels Patrick Pacious on why Wyndham shareholders should further consider their acquisition offer.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquistions

Expect intense competition for Asia Pac assets: CBRE

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 19, 2023

CBRE research suggests repricing of Asia Pacific hotel assets will be more moderate than in many other parts of the world. ... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: Pimco gives back 20 hotels; Ascott grows Crest Collection; Internova soft brand

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 18, 2023

The latest news about development, M&A, data, people and more.... Read More

News / Transactions Lists

Deal activity: October 10-18, 2023

By Shawn Turner | October 18, 2023

Among the noteworthy deals of the past week is Pebblebrook Hotel Trust’s $68.5 million sale of Hotel Zoe Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco. ... Read More