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.
NYC leads projections for new US hotels in 2026
News
NYC leads projections for new US hotels in 2026
By Rob Schneider | January 16, 2026
Data from CoStar also projects a dramatic increase in the number of hotels opening over the next two years, rising from 749 in 2025 to 1,688 in 2027.... Read More
Advisors weigh in on interest rate direction
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Advisors weigh in on interest rate direction
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 16, 2026
Most members of Hotel Investment Today’s advisory board see a 50- to 100-bps cut, but lament the unexpected.... Read More
Deal activity: January 7-12, 2026
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: January 7-12, 2026
By Shawn Turner | January 15, 2026
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Whitestone Capital’s acquisition of the Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel from the Marriott Family Trust.... Read More
Latest news: US hotels down; Mandarin to Amsterdam; new IHG CDO
News / Owners
Latest news: US hotels down; Mandarin to Amsterdam; new IHG CDO
By Rob Schneider | January 15, 2026
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Trinity, HE, Kasa, Hilton, Whitestone
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Trinity, HE, Kasa, Hilton, Whitestone
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 15, 2026
Among the noteworthy quotes from stories this week is Trinity Investments' Sean Hehir talking about anticipated strong growth in 2026 from group and business transient.... Read More
Hilton partners with Placemakr on apartments
News / Brands
Hilton partners with Placemakr on apartments
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 15, 2026
Hilton will initially add about 3,000 apartment-style units and look to grow with its new partner and multi-family owners.... Read More
Latest news: Hotel Equities adds 13 in Texas; Florida property sells; AHT extends loan
News / Management
Latest news: Hotel Equities adds 13 in Texas; Florida property sells; AHT extends loan
By Rob Schneider | January 14, 2026
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
World Cup markets show strong construction activity
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World Cup markets show strong construction activity
By Rob Schneider | January 13, 2026
As the largest World Cup in history draws near, development activity in the host markets in the US, Mexico and Canada continue to surge.... Read More
Latest news: Outbound develops in Utah; new property in Dallas; HEI adds 3 in Texas
News / Owners
Latest news: Outbound develops in Utah; new property in Dallas; HEI adds 3 in Texas
By Rob Schneider | January 13, 2026
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Meet the 2026 ALIS Awards finalists
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Meet the 2026 ALIS Awards finalists
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 13, 2026
Hotels, companies and executives to be honored for development, transactions, M&A and financial advisement.... Read More
Why this Thai investor is doubling down
News / Owners
Why this Thai investor is doubling down
By Raini H.R. | January 13, 2026
Forget headlines of arrivals decline in Thailand – an active year lies ahead for Boutique Corp.... Read More
Hidden profit lever: property tax strategy
News / Contributed Perspectives
Hidden profit lever: property tax strategy
By Mona Govahi | January 13, 2026
Property tax reduction is a “hidden profit center” for investors who treat tax liabilities as a variable, not a fixed, cost.... Read More
Mixed opinions on whether groups still deliver
News / Asset Management
Mixed opinions on whether groups still deliver
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 13, 2026
HIT advisory board sounds off on 2026 perceived performance strengths and weaknesses – from group to BT and leisure transient.... Read More
Download our December deals
News / Transactions Lists
Download our December deals
By Rob Schneider & Shawn Turner | January 12, 2026
Among the highlights: acquisitions of high-profile hotels in Chicago, New York City, Seattle and Miami.... Read More
Latest news: $167M loan for Concord JV; ex-Standard CEO’s move; Houston M&A
News / Financing
Latest news: $167M loan for Concord JV; ex-Standard CEO’s move; Houston M&A
By Rob Schneider | January 12, 2026
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More