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.
Latest news: World Cup forecast, draws; Barrière rebrands; Curio to London
News / Brands
Latest news: World Cup forecast, draws; Barrière rebrands; Curio to London
December 5, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: KWHP, Waterford, Driftwood, Tortuga
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: KWHP, Waterford, Driftwood, Tortuga
December 4, 2025
Among the noteworthy quotes of the week was Kemmons Wilson Hospitality Partners' Webb Wilson referencing his grandfather when it comes to strategy.... Read More
Deal activity: November 25-December 2, 2025
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: November 25-December 2, 2025
By Shawn Turner | December 4, 2025
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Blackstone’s acquisition of the Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco.... Read More
Latest news: US results mixed; deals in Georgia, Alabama; Marriott debut in Congo
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: US results mixed; deals in Georgia, Alabama; Marriott debut in Congo
By Rob Schneider | December 4, 2025
Breaking news about deals, data, development and more.... Read More
Big family effort in Idaho
News / Owners
Big family effort in Idaho
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 4, 2025
First-time hospitality investor, the Navarro family, is all in on reviving the once troubled Tamarack Resort.... Read More
Viceroy affiliates to add 3 Africa resorts
News / Management
Viceroy affiliates to add 3 Africa resorts
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 3, 2025
Deal with African Bush Camps to drive increased room nights through Viceroy’s distribution channels.... Read More
Burba named ALIS Lifetime Achievement winner
News / Insights
Burba named ALIS Lifetime Achievement winner
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 3, 2025
The founder of ALIS with a career that goes back to 1978 will be honored for his actions, deeds and great accomplishments.... Read More
CEO pushes go button on Sofitel, luxury cohorts
News / Brands
CEO pushes go button on Sofitel, luxury cohorts
By Stefani C. O'Connor | December 3, 2025
Accor’s Maud Bailly discusses branding refreshes, pipeline pushes for four brands under her guidance.... Read More
Latest news: Blackstone sells in Vegas; $1B mixed-use in Florida; Four Seasons back in Berlin
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Blackstone sells in Vegas; $1B mixed-use in Florida; Four Seasons back in Berlin
By Rob Schneider | December 2, 2025
Breaking news about deals, data, development and more.... Read More
Shatterproof honors Capuano at ALIS
News
Shatterproof honors Capuano at ALIS
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 2, 2025
Marriott leader recognized for his commitment to reduce addiction stigma, support mental health efforts within the hotel industry.... Read More
LARC now projects US RevPAR decline for 2025
News
LARC now projects US RevPAR decline for 2025
By Rob Schneider | December 1, 2025
While the report projects a RevPAR gain for 2026, it also notes that non-World Cup markets will see much softer performance.... Read More
Waterford, Maverick merge management
News / Management
Waterford, Maverick merge management
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 1, 2025
Strategic partnership creates a 57-hotel portfolio and a cultural fit between two like-minded businesses.... Read More
Latest news: Rosewood selling?; casinos closer in NY; two deals in Asheville
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Rosewood selling?; casinos closer in NY; two deals in Asheville
By Rob Schneider & Jeffrey Weinstein | December 1, 2025
Breaking news about deals, data, development and more.... Read More
Will the World Cup deliver?
News / North America
Will the World Cup deliver?
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 1, 2025
The Driftwood Capital leadership team thinks it will, despite ongoing political and visa-related concerns.... Read More
Deal activity: November 17-25, 2025
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: November 17-25, 2025
By Shawn Turner | December 1, 2025
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was the sale of the Hilton San Francisco Union Square and Parc 55 San Francisco.... Read More