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.
Executive moves: Ashford, Coast Hotels, Mandarin Oriental, Urban Rest
News / Owners
Executive moves: Ashford, Coast Hotels, Mandarin Oriental, Urban Rest
By Rob Schneider | November 26, 2025
Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
Dutch hotel investors optimistic for growth
News / EMEA
Dutch hotel investors optimistic for growth
By Tamara Thiessen | November 26, 2025
Hoteliers say it’s a new era for hotels in the Netherlands, as peak tourism and low supply are spiking investor interest.... Read More
Latest news: Hyatt trades in Tokyo; extended-stay resilient; Hilton adds Napa
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Hyatt trades in Tokyo; extended-stay resilient; Hilton adds Napa
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 26, 2025
Breaking news about deals, data, development and more.... Read More
Aimbridge adds 6 to LATAM portfolio
News / Management
Aimbridge adds 6 to LATAM portfolio
By Rob Schneider | November 25, 2025
The hotels, owned by Alliance Hotel Management and located in Mexico, will be rebranded under IHG’s voco brand in 2026.... Read More
Latest news: Blackstone’s $970M del Coronado refi; CDL sells in Japan; Baymont to Asia
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Blackstone’s $970M del Coronado refi; CDL sells in Japan; Baymont to Asia
By Rob Schneider | November 25, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data, people and more.... Read More
100 European execs site profitability challenges
News / Owners
100 European execs site profitability challenges
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 25, 2025
Deloitte survey about investment in Europe presents a mixed bag with potential slowing M&A and London as the favored market. ... Read More
Ashford fills president's role
News / Asset Management
Ashford fills president's role
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 25, 2025
Sanchez steps in after serving as CEO of subsidiary Premier and head of real estate development for Ashford; new COO named, as well. ... Read More
Following Marriott integration, citizenM owners change name
News / Owners
Following Marriott integration, citizenM owners change name
By Rob Schneider | November 24, 2025
The newly named Another Star also announced a $685 million hotel portfolio refinance with J.P. Morgan and KSL Capital Partners.... Read More
Latest news: Houston hotel rebrands; RIU reopening in Jamaica; first JW in Portugal
News / Brands
Latest news: Houston hotel rebrands; RIU reopening in Jamaica; first JW in Portugal
By Rob Schneider | November 24, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data, people and more.... Read More
PPHE considers sale, capital infusion
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
PPHE considers sale, capital infusion
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 24, 2025
European operator has appointed Rothschild & Co as its financial adviser for the strategic review and sale process.... Read More
Former Park SF assets sell at big discount
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Former Park SF assets sell at big discount
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 23, 2025
Newbond Holdings and Conversant Capital could be buying at a bargain as the market starts to rebound, attracting capital from the likes of Blackstone. ... Read More
Hotel executive moves: Casetta, Davidson, Minor, Ritz-Carlton Yacht
News / Owners
Hotel executive moves: Casetta, Davidson, Minor, Ritz-Carlton Yacht
By Rob Schneider | November 21, 2025
Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
Latest news: Mission Hill's $440M CMBS refi; new luxe in San Antonio; notable acquisition loans
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Mission Hill's $440M CMBS refi; new luxe in San Antonio; notable acquisition loans
By Rob Schneider | November 21, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data, people and more.... Read More
Ashford Trust selling 3 hotels for $69.5M
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Ashford Trust selling 3 hotels for $69.5M
By Rob Schneider | November 21, 2025
 The Dallas-based REIT has continued to sell assets over the past few years to deleverage risk, improve cash flow and enhance liquidity.... Read More
AHLA urges lawmakers to make fixes ahead of World Cup, Olympics
News / North America
AHLA urges lawmakers to make fixes ahead of World Cup, Olympics
By Christina Jelski | November 21, 2025
AHLA CEO Maietta urged Congress to release the maximum allowable number of H-2B visas to address the industry’s persistent labor shortage.... Read More