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: Hilton debuts LivSmart Studios; Braemar sells in Seattle; Four Seasons adds in Florida
News / Brands
Latest news: Hilton debuts LivSmart Studios; Braemar sells in Seattle; Four Seasons adds in Florida
By Rob Schneider | July 8, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Slow burn of CMBS maturities
News / Contributed Perspectives
Slow burn of CMBS maturities
By Ryan Bosch | July 7, 2025
Watchlists are swelling beneath the surface, debt yields are compressing, and many loans may struggle.... Read More
Latest news: Brookfield acquires Vancouver Hyatt; Fortress buys UK luxury; TPG spins off Sabre biz
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Brookfield acquires Vancouver Hyatt; Fortress buys UK luxury; TPG spins off Sabre biz
By Rob Schneider | July 7, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Highgate names new president
News / Asset Management
Highgate names new president
By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 7, 2025
Former Peregrine COO Sams will oversee performance across 500 hotels and focus on expanding organizational opportunities.... Read More
L+R restructuring tech stack to maximize share
News / Asset Management
L+R restructuring tech stack to maximize share
By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 7, 2025
New CCO and a wave of new-hires lead go-to-market strategy and cross-property collaborations.... Read More
Leadership shifts at Hyatt
News / Brands
Leadership shifts at Hyatt
By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 7, 2025
Jacheet takes over EMEA, Águila focuses on all-inclusive, Chiu heads owner relations and CEO Hoplamazian interim growth leader. ... Read More
Taking issue with Sternlicht’s NYU comment
News / Owners
Taking issue with Sternlicht’s NYU comment
By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 7, 2025
Developer who generally agrees with the Starwood Capital chairman talks about why he just flipped an asset from independent to brand.... Read More
Latest news: Waldorf to Finland; US hotels down; Jacksonville sale
News / Brands
Latest news: Waldorf to Finland; US hotels down; Jacksonville sale
By Rob Schneider | July 7, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hotel executive moves: Davidson, Lark, Remington, Six Senses
News / Owners
Hotel executive moves: Davidson, Lark, Remington, Six Senses
By Rob Schneider | July 7, 2025
Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
Deal activity: June 24-July 1, 2025
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: June 24-July 1, 2025
By Shawn Turner | July 7, 2025
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was McKibbon Equities’ acquisition of the Hilton Garden Inn Orlando I-4 Millenia Blvd Mall.... Read More
ActivumSG capitalizes on Spain’s underdeveloped luxury segment
News / Owners
ActivumSG capitalizes on Spain’s underdeveloped luxury segment
By Rob Schneider | July 2, 2025
CEO of UK-based investor talks luxury development and other opportunities for the active European investor.... Read More
Oetker tweaks brand to strengthen awareness
News / Brands
Oetker tweaks brand to strengthen awareness
By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 2, 2025
Global luxury player slightly changes its name as it prepares to open the delayed Vineta Hotel in Palm Beach.... Read More
Latest news: Marriott adds 3 in Calgary; Brand USA cuts; pre-COVID NYC hotel sells
News / Brands
Latest news: Marriott adds 3 in Calgary; Brand USA cuts; pre-COVID NYC hotel sells
By Rob Schneider | July 2, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more. ... Read More
Marriott identifies Asia luxury travel trends
News
Marriott identifies Asia luxury travel trends
By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 1, 2025
Not unlike elsewhere in the world, wellness is on the rise, wealthy continue to spend and hot new markets are being identified. ... Read More
Latest news: Limelight to Charleston; $39M loan in Tennessee; Six Senses to Bangkok
News / Brands
Latest news: Limelight to Charleston; $39M loan in Tennessee; Six Senses to Bangkok
By Rob Schneider | July 1, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More