Lifestyle

Read the latest trends and developments in the lifestyle hotel segment through Hotel Investment Today's dedicated section. Our detailed coverage includes market forecasts, development, financing news, strategic growth opportunities, and more that impact this hotel segment.
More union strikes hit California, Hawaii hotels
News / Asset Management
More union strikes hit California, Hawaii hotels
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 24, 2024
More than 4,000 workers walk off the job, including at Hilton's biggest hotel in the world.... Read More
Hotel construction booming in APEC
News / Asia Pacific
Hotel construction booming in APEC
By Rob Schneider | September 24, 2024
Asia Pacific, excluding China, has hit record highs for total projects, projects in the early planning stages and renovations and conversions, according to Lodging Econometrics.... Read More
Playa brings Kimpton into the all-inclusive arena
News / Brands
Playa brings Kimpton into the all-inclusive arena
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 24, 2024
Playa resort coming to Riviera Maya in Mexico will feature Kimpton’s F&B expertise; CIO calls the brand a ‘perfect fit.’ ... Read More
Latest news: Pebblebrook tackles debt; HEI adds in DC; Marriott luxe in Macau
News / REITs
Latest news: Pebblebrook tackles debt; HEI adds in DC; Marriott luxe in Macau
By Rob Schneider | September 24, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Why location was motivation for TMGOC, Certares’ first deal
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Why location was motivation for TMGOC, Certares’ first deal
By Rob Schneider | September 24, 2024
The two companies formed a JV to acquire The Ray Hotel in Delray Beach, Florida. Here’s why they are so bullish on the hotel and the market.... Read More
Latest news: Gencom $550M Bermuda deal; Peachtree's DST property; Playa, Kimpton in Mexico
News / Financing
Latest news: Gencom $550M Bermuda deal; Peachtree's DST property; Playa, Kimpton in Mexico
By Rob Schneider | September 23, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Inclusivity leads to increased ROI
News / Asset Management
Inclusivity leads to increased ROI
By Alicia Sheber | September 23, 2024
At Lympstone Manor in Devon, England, Michael Caines is creating career opportunities for a more diverse workforce that builds a loyal foundation for team members and guests.... Read More
Rethinking labor costs, upskilling in investment
News / Contributed Perspectives
Rethinking labor costs, upskilling in investment
By Chris Trout | September 23, 2024
By reducing absenteeism and turnover, upskilling aligns your talent strategy with long-term business goals, driving financial performance and ensuring sustainability. ... Read More
Hotel executive moves: BWH Hotels, JLL, L+R Hotels, Noble Investment
News / Owners
Hotel executive moves: BWH Hotels, JLL, L+R Hotels, Noble Investment
By Rob Schneider | September 20, 2024
Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
Latest news: Salter Brothers plans listing; refi for London property; HSMAI's Gilbert dies
News / Owners
Latest news: Salter Brothers plans listing; refi for London property; HSMAI's Gilbert dies
By Rob Schneider | September 20, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Chesky on Airbnb's future in travel and beyond
News / Insights
Chesky on Airbnb's future in travel and beyond
By Morgan Hines | September 20, 2024
Stating Airbnb is not an alternative accommodations business, the co-founder and CEO hints at branching into new business disciplines but still starting with travel.... Read More
Why Sage Hospitality sees more apartment-hotels in its future
News / Brands
Why Sage Hospitality sees more apartment-hotels in its future
By Rob Schneider | September 19, 2024
The hospitality company that leans heavily into lifestyle and F&B is leveraging its strengths with a new Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy project in Savannah, Georgia. We dig into the details of the deal.... Read More
Latest news: Peachtree buys in Utah; IHG expands in Spain; CCRISP refi in NC
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Peachtree buys in Utah; IHG expands in Spain; CCRISP refi in NC
By Rob Schneider | September 19, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Deal activity: September 10-16, 2024
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: September 10-16, 2024
By Shawn Turner | September 19, 2024
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was NewcrestImage’s acquisition of the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Columbus Downtown in Columbus, Ohio.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Peachtree, Gencom, Dusit, sbe
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Peachtree, Gencom, Dusit, sbe
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | September 19, 2024
Among the noteworthy quotes from stories this week was Peachtree Group's Greg Friedman commenting on the impact of the Federal Reserves 50 bps rate cut.... Read More