Companies Profiles

Stay updated with the latest news and insights on leading hotel companies through Hotel Investment Today's company profiles section. Our insightful coverage includes executive interviews, brand developments, strategic growth plans, and more that are shaping the hospitality industry.

News / Franchising

Landingplace launches 2 brands

By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 28, 2025

Industry veterans create alternative and flexible franchise models for urban, suburban markets.... Read More

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

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

News

Luxury more than a photo opp

By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 18, 2025

Principals at developer Athens Group talk about the evolution of luxury, new opportunities and the ins and outs of the process. ... Read More

News / Owners

What makes sense today for Arbor Lodging

By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 17, 2025

Chicago-based owner-operator-lender likes the debt market and third-party management opportunities, especially in Mexico.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Pandox’s revised bid wins Ireland’s Dalata

By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 15, 2025

Scandic Hotels will become the operator of 55 hotels with Dalata expected to expand in the U.K., Western and Southern Europe.... Read More

News / Brands

Ennismore’s Zrihen on expansion, Delano reopening

By Christina Jelski | July 14, 2025

Ennismore's head of the Americas region discussed the company's approach to all-inclusives and gave an update on the Delano Miami Beach reopening.... Read More

News / Brands

Breaking: Minor exec expands on launch of 4 brands

By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 10, 2025

Chief Commercial Officer Ian Di Tullio explains plans for new luxury, select-service and two soft brands just launched. ... Read More

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

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

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

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

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Speed as important as price in Hyatt sale

By Rob Schneider | July 1, 2025

Analysts say Hyatt’s sale of 15 Playa resorts fulfills an asset-light commitment, generates some cash and an all-important boost to Hyatt’s all-inclusive portfolio.... Read More