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.
Hilton reports RevPAR decline, but NUG still strong
News / C Corps
Hilton reports RevPAR decline, but NUG still strong
By Rob Schneider | July 23, 2025
CEO Chris Nassetta noted performance challenges in the second quarter but said net unit growth should be 6-7% “for the next several years.”... Read More
Touting the “Pura Vida” in Costa Rica
News / Owners
Touting the “Pura Vida” in Costa Rica
 Hotelier Mario Mikowski on the opportunities and obstacles of operating accommodations in the tropical destination.... Read More
Latest news: Ennismore residences in Spain; ISROTEL expands to Europe; Ovolo partners with SLH
News
Latest news: Ennismore residences in Spain; ISROTEL expands to Europe; Ovolo partners with SLH
By Rob Schneider
Breaking news about M&A, development, data and more.... Read More
Hotels are hitting affordability ceiling: report
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Hotels are hitting affordability ceiling: report
By Rob Schneider
Lighthouse’s “State of global hotel pricing” finds that Western consumers are seeking more value while rates are rising in Latin America and traditional APAC destinations.... Read More
Latest news: APA acquires in Seattle; Starwood selling NYC 1?; AHT sells 2 more
By Rob Schneider
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
On the Money with Philip 'Flip' Maritz
News / Asset Management
On the Money with Philip 'Flip' Maritz
By Jeffrey Weinstein
Here is a transcript of the recent video interview with Philip Maritz, where he discusses his operating philosophy, his Sundance development, his expectations for the M&A market and more.... Read More
Latest news: Avid opens 80th hotel; Dreamscape adds in Wisconsin; new COO at Staypineapple
News / Brands
Latest news: Avid opens 80th hotel; Dreamscape adds in Wisconsin; new COO at Staypineapple
By Rob Schneider
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Goldman Sachs launching $500M fund in Japan
News / Financing
Goldman Sachs launching $500M fund in Japan
By Rob Schneider
The fund, which is targeting its first close in March, is seeking hospitality, residential and logistics assets as well as data centers.... Read More
USTA CEO on perceptions of US as destination
News / Asset Management
USTA CEO on perceptions of US as destination
By Abby Crotty
According to USTA CEO Geoff Freeman, fear continues to impact U.S. travel demand, and more needs to be done to address concerns.... Read More
Constrained pipeline could present strategic openings for developers
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Constrained pipeline could present strategic openings for developers
By Rob Schneider | July 22, 2025
HVS’s new survey says while the development costs are still high, there is evidence that construction prices are stabilizing.... Read More
Latest news: Price fixing suit dismissed; Ready adds Ritz in Portland; historic reno in Cali
By Rob Schneider | July 22, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Opportunity Zones give incentives for patience
News / Financing
Opportunity Zones give incentives for patience
By Rob Schneider | July 21, 2025
Investors and developers say OZs are an essential tool for new development in an inflationary environment. Now they are permanent.... Read More
Latest news: Another Ace deal in place?; new Peachtree fund; new Club Med chair
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Another Ace deal in place?; new Peachtree fund; new Club Med chair
By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 21, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Las Vegas grapple with steep occupancy decline
News / Asset Management
Las Vegas grapple with steep occupancy decline
By Christina Jelski | July 21, 2025
The LVCVA has responded with a 30% boost in annual marketing spend. And some hotels are rolling out promotions of their own. ... Read More
Align the GM’s goals with investors
News / Asset Management
Align the GM’s goals with investors
By David McCaslin | July 21, 2025
Focus on the expected timeline, share investment goals and offer a piece of the waterfall big enough to actually change their life. ... Read More