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.
How to think like a hotel owner
News / Owners
How to think like a hotel owner
By Rob Schneider | August 15, 2023
A panel of hotel owners and investors at the Hotel Data Conference discusses top metrics, how they think about CapEx and what they are most optimistic about for the future.... Read More
PIPs on a pendulum
News / Asset Management
PIPs on a pendulum
By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 15, 2023
Brands have reinstated PIP requirements, making improved communication between the two sides key to negotiating flexibility in the process and avoiding potential conflicts.... Read More
Latest HITs: Hawaii update; Aimbridge leadership; Accor adds in Turkey
News / Brands
Latest HITs: Hawaii update; Aimbridge leadership; Accor adds in Turkey
By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 14, 2023
The latest global news about development, M&A and data.... Read More
Optimizing relationships with the general contractors
News / Contributed Perspectives
Optimizing relationships with the general contractors
By Brent Hardy, AIA, ISHC | August 14, 2023
A how-to with insider knowledge and strategies to best work with contractors.... Read More
No herd mentality for Certares’ $284M fund
News / Management
No herd mentality for Certares’ $284M fund
By Rob Schneider | August 11, 2023
Senior Managing Director Nolan Hecht talks about the now-closed fund and finding hot markets by “skating to where the puck is ... Read More
Latest HITs: Hilton goes big in KSA; Marriott comments about Maui; boost for Australia
News / Brands
Latest HITs: Hilton goes big in KSA; Marriott comments about Maui; boost for Australia
By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 11, 2023
The latest global news about development, M&A and data.... Read More
An ‘all-out brawl’ for travel’s return to normal
News
An ‘all-out brawl’ for travel’s return to normal
By Rob Schneider | August 10, 2023
President of Tourism Economics said while his company is expecting a recession to start in Q4, he thinks there is still room for travel to grow.... Read More
Hot Type: JLL, Choice Hotels, IHG, Hostmark
News / Insights
Hot Type: JLL, Choice Hotels, IHG, Hostmark
By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 10, 2023
Some of our best quotes of the week, including an insightful comment from JLL about how U.S. performance will soon be impacted by inbound international traffic.  ... Read More
Hoteliers tested as wildfires rage on Maui
News / Asset Management
Hoteliers tested as wildfires rage on Maui
By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 10, 2023
Two Lahaina hotels destroyed as of Friday morning; communication is intermittent as operators focus on the safety of guests and teams.... Read More
Sustainable heat: How to weather record temperatures
News / Asset Management
Sustainable heat: How to weather record temperatures
By Rob Schneider | August 9, 2023
Hotel Investment Today talked to operators and owners in the United States and Europe about the costs and implications of operating hotels in a summer with record heat.... Read More
Latest HITs: US forecast revised; meet StudioRes; Hyatt adds in China
News / Brands
Latest HITs: US forecast revised; meet StudioRes; Hyatt adds in China
By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 9, 2023
The latest news about development, M&A and updated data.... Read More
Deal activity: August 1-8, 2023
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: August 1-8, 2023
By Shawn Turner | August 9, 2023
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week is Manga Hotels Group's acquisition of the Marriott Ottawa in Canada.... Read More
Choice beats on conversion strength, international rebound
News / C Corps
Choice beats on conversion strength, international rebound
By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 8, 2023
Faster integration of Radisson platform adds to bullish growth and performance outlook by Choice International.... Read More
Latest HITs: Fisherman's Wharf property trades; Canada pipeline; strong Europe GOPPAR
News / Brands
Latest HITs: Fisherman's Wharf property trades; Canada pipeline; strong Europe GOPPAR
By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 8, 2023
Breaking news about deals, development and the latest key data.... Read More
Returning international visitors boost US demand
News / Contributed Perspectives
Returning international visitors boost US demand
By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 8, 2023
The acceleration of performance recovery in U.S. urban markets is being largely driven by the resurgence of international arrivals, according to a new report from JLL. ... Read More