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 / C Corps

Why Choice is getting aggressive in Canada

By Rob Schneider | August 7, 2025

Choice’s buyout of its Canada business will allow it to offer direct franchising with particular potential in extended-stay.... Read More

News / Owners

L+R jv fund targets Nordics

By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 7, 2025

L+R Hotels and Midstar AB launch LR Midstar Holdings AB platform to target Sweden, Denmark, Norway and Finland.... Read More

News / C Corps

Luxury leads Hyatt 2Q25 results

By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 7, 2025

CEO Mark Hoplamazian said he is optimistic about booking trends in 4Q25 and into 2026. ... Read More

News / Contributed Perspectives

How the Dignity Act offers labor relief

By John Dorer | August 6, 2025

If signed into law, the Dignity Program will offer legal status and work authorization to undocumented immigrants already living in the U.S.... Read More

News / Owners

Ark Capital gains momentum with Regal Partners’ investment

By Raini H.R. | August 6, 2025

Newcomer seizes chance to stamp its presence in Australia’s hotel investment and asset management market.... Read More

News / Franchising

Latest news: Galaxy adds 10 to G6; Smyth Tribeca acquired; Arbor adds in Illinois

By Rob Schneider | August 6, 2025

Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

$3.3B in US 2Q25 hotel deals

By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 6, 2025

LW Hospitality Advisors reports dollar volume up 17% over 1Q25 with deals in California and Florida leading the way.... Read More

News / C Corps

Choice highlights global growth; RevPAR dips 2.9%

By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 6, 2025

Second quarter earnings show RevPAR remains soft; buyout of Canada joint venture increases global growth trajectory.... Read More

News / C Corps

Conversions, international fuel Marriott’s NUG

By Rob Schneider | August 5, 2025

CEO Capuano and CFO Oberg talked about the strength in conversions, optimism about unit growth and why business transient is down.... Read More

News / EMEA

Europe ‘lackluster’ in June

By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 5, 2025

STR cites actual occupancy levels, the weather, and difficult event comparisons for soft performance. ... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Portman shifts to acquisition mode

By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 5, 2025

The prolific, big box project developer recognizes the need to acquire assets where their ability to execute complex renovations can drive better returns. ... Read More