Independent Hotel

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Update: The anatomy of Outbound Hotels
News / Owners
Update: The anatomy of Outbound Hotels
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 15, 2023
Waterton EVP Matthew Mering shares the story behind the emerging brand targeting outdoor-focused markets positioned in a sweet spot to cash-in on the hottest trend.... Read More
How Wyndham’s technology improvements can upgrade its franchisees’ ROI
News / Franchising
How Wyndham’s technology improvements can upgrade its franchisees’ ROI
By Rob Schneider | September 15, 2023
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts announced $275 million in technology upgrades this week designed to get franchisees on one unified system. Here’s how it came together and how it could influence its owners’ bottom line.... Read More
Hot Type: Waterton, Minor Hotels, Wyndham
News / Insights
Hot Type: Waterton, Minor Hotels, Wyndham
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | September 14, 2023
Insightful quotes from some of our biggest stories of the week, including Minor Hotels' Dillip Rajakarier on the importance of closing deals, not chasing them. ... Read More
Why this CEO says the smart money is in select-service
News / Franchising
Why this CEO says the smart money is in select-service
By Rob Schneider | September 14, 2023
At its annual conference, the world’s largest hotel franchising company is touting $275 million in technology upgrades and wants to capture the truckloads of revenue tied to $1.2 trillion in infrastructure work across the U.S.... Read More
Ovolo, Minor CEOs discuss what it takes to win
News / Owners
Ovolo, Minor CEOs discuss what it takes to win
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 13, 2023
Two leaders with similar mindsets talk at HICAP ANZ about their commitment to the business and plans for growth.... Read More
Deal activity: September 5-12, 2023
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: September 5-12, 2023
By Shawn Turner | September 13, 2023
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week is Crescent Real Estate’s acquisition of the Element Orlando Universal Blvd. ... Read More
Latest HITs: MCR buys in Charlotte; Marriott adds 3 in Indonesia; Ennismore grows in Dubai
News / Brands
Latest HITs: MCR buys in Charlotte; Marriott adds 3 in Indonesia; Ennismore grows in Dubai
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 13, 2023
The latest global news about M&A, development and more. ... Read More
Latest HITs: Two big deals in D.R.; Wyndham grows on Black Sea; more Aman investment
News / Owners
Latest HITs: Two big deals in D.R.; Wyndham grows on Black Sea; more Aman investment
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 11, 2023
The latest news about development, M&A and more.... Read More
Why improving assets is key to Outrigger’s growth
News / Owners
Why improving assets is key to Outrigger’s growth
By Rob Schneider | September 11, 2023
At HICAP ANZ last week in Australia, Outrigger Hospitality Group President and CEO Jeff Wagoner discussed tying improvements to rate growth, why the company wants to keep its toes on the beach and why he’s optimistic about the future.   ... Read More
Are management companies eliminating guest pain points?
News / Asset Management
Are management companies eliminating guest pain points?
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 8, 2023
New data from J.D. Power suggests third-party managers are anticipating guest needs in 82% of interactions.... Read More
Latest HITs: Raffles London coming; Club Med deal in Indonesia; positive US results
News / Brands
Latest HITs: Raffles London coming; Club Med deal in Indonesia; positive US results
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 8, 2023
The latest news about development, M&A and performance.... Read More
Prepare for new regulatory hurdles in NYC
News / Contributed Perspectives
Prepare for new regulatory hurdles in NYC
By Hilary G. Atzrott Hamburg | September 8, 2023
Hotel owners, developers, and investors face new expenses and timing obstacles if opening or expanding a hotel in New York City. ... Read More
Latest HITs: News on New Yorker, IHG's Indigo adds in Europe, Host updates on Maui
News / Brands
Latest HITs: News on New Yorker, IHG's Indigo adds in Europe, Host updates on Maui
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 7, 2023
The latest on development, M&A, relevant data and more.... Read More
Hot Type: The Highland Group, SH Hotels & Resorts, The Ascott Ltd.
News / Insights
Hot Type: The Highland Group, SH Hotels & Resorts, The Ascott Ltd.
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | September 7, 2023
Insightful quotes from some of our biggest stories of the week, including The Highland Group’s Kim Bardoul on the potential performance in the upscale-upper midscale boutique segment. ... Read More
Deal activity: August 30 – September 4, 2023
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: August 30 – September 4, 2023
By Shawn Turner | September 7, 2023
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week is Newbond Holdings’ acquisition of the Aloft Tampa Downtown.... Read More