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.

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

News / Insights

Legendary hotelier Bob Burns dies

By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 4, 2025

Founder of the Regent brand, Burns was also known for anticipating guests’ needs, respecting staff and advancing global tourism.... Read More

News / Transactions Lists

Deal activity: August 26-September 2, 2025

By Shawn Turner | September 4, 2025

Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Ashford Hospitality Trust’s sale of the Hilton Houston NASA Clear Lake in Houston.... Read More

News / Insights

Quotes of the Week: JLL, LARC, Axe Management Partners, Ovolo

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | September 4, 2025

Among the noteworthy quotes from stories this week include JLL's Lauro Ferroni talking about better deal dynamics ahead.... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: Aman adding Mexico; T2 buys in Florida; HLS deal with Live In Lodge

By Rob Schneider | September 4, 2025

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

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Who are the likely buyers for Braemar’s portfolio?

By Rob Schneider | September 3, 2025

Analysts say private equity or high-net-worth individuals or groups are the most likely buyers for the luxury assets. But will they sell as a portfolio or in pieces?... Read More

News / Owners

Latest news: Cain hires ex-Six Senses CEO; Mohari, Omnam €280M refi; sale of historic Boston asset

By Rob Schneider | September 3, 2025

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

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Buyers named for two big SF assets

By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 3, 2025

Three New York-based investors named as buyers of two big Hilton-managed properties formerly owned by Park Hotels & Resorts. ... Read More

News

US holiday travel plans steady, but cost conscious

By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 3, 2025

PwC report finds that overall holiday spending is set to decline by 5% -- the first notable drop since 2020.... Read More

News / Financing

Latest news: $229M refi in Florida; AmEx-CWT deal done; new Choice CCO

By Rob Schneider | September 2, 2025

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

News

Why Axe Management Partners is bullish on Japan

By Rob Schneider | September 2, 2025

CEO Gary Kwok discusses the company’s value-add strategy and how it uses IHG’s Garner brand to create a lifestyle midscale segment in Japan. ... Read More

News / Franchising

Can ‘fun’ shake up franchising in Asia Pacific?

By Raini H.R. | September 2, 2025

Ovolo bets its ‘fun’ ethos and unique design can rewrite the rules of franchising in Asia Pacific, but is the region ready for non-conformity?... Read More