Latin America

Stay updated with the latest news and insights on hotel investments in Latin America through Hotel Investment Today's dedicated section. Our expert coverage includes development projects, executive moves, mergers and acquisitions, market trends, and more that shape the hospitality industry in this vibrant region.
Deal activity: June 12-18, 2024
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: June 12-18, 2024
By Shawn Turner | June 20, 2024
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was APA Hotel USA acquiring the Hilton Seattle from an undisclosed buyer for an undisclosed amount. ... Read More
Ennismore adding Our Habitas to portfolio
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Ennismore adding Our Habitas to portfolio
By Rob Schneider | June 20, 2024
As part of the strategic partnership, the fast-growing lifestyle and leisure hospitality company will manage and plan the growth of the sustainability brand.... Read More
Here are the hurdles to assessing ESG in valuations
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Here are the hurdles to assessing ESG in valuations
By Rob Schneider | June 18, 2024
The latest study from JLL says educating hotel valuers, better data collection and an increased appetite for green financing are keys for the future.... Read More
Quotes of the week: Driftwood Capital, Strawberry, Choice Hotels
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Quotes of the week: Driftwood Capital, Strawberry, Choice Hotels
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | June 18, 2024
Noteworthy quotes from the week's past stories include Driftwood Capital's Carlos Rodriguez, Sr., talking about  construction starts for the next five years.... Read More
Latest news: MCR refinances TWA; AHT sells 3; MGallery to Caribbean
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Latest news: MCR refinances TWA; AHT sells 3; MGallery to Caribbean
By Rob Schneider | June 18, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data featuring news from Four Seasons, Radisson, Crestline, Choice and more.... Read More
Latest news: Big loan for Miami Waldorf; Highgate buys in Manhattan; Virgin sells in Spain
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Latest news: Big loan for Miami Waldorf; Highgate buys in Manhattan; Virgin sells in Spain
By Rob Schneider | June 17, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hotels move beyond the bed to experiences that treat guests like royalty
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Hotels move beyond the bed to experiences that treat guests like royalty
By D.J. Catron | June 17, 2024
Hotels move beyond the bed to experiences that treat guests like royalty false Not every hotel can offer, literally, royal experiences — but that makes it even more important that they treat guests like royalty. Brought to you by 0 0 D.J. Catron 74 New... Read More
Latest news: APA acquires in Seattle; Starwood selling NYC 1?; AHT sells 2 more
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Latest news: APA acquires in Seattle; Starwood selling NYC 1?; AHT sells 2 more
By Rob Schneider | June 14, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
How preferred equity, mezz financing have changed in the capital stack
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How preferred equity, mezz financing have changed in the capital stack
By Rob Schneider | June 14, 2024
Driftwood Capital’s Carlos Rodriguez talks about the new realities of loan-to-value and why a slowdown in construction likely isn’t changing any time soon.... Read More
Upscale by Choice platform gains momentum
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Upscale by Choice platform gains momentum
By Stefani C. O'Connor | June 14, 2024
Choice Hotels’ upper-tier brand leaders discuss their moves to consolidate appropriate brands under the recently debuted Upscale by Choice platform.... Read More
LVMH invests in Accor’s Orient Express brand
News / Brands
LVMH invests in Accor’s Orient Express brand
By Jeffrey Weinstein | June 13, 2024
LVMH investing in the entity that will own two sailing ships and in the company that will operate future hotels and trains, though the groups didn't disclose financial details.... Read More
Latest news: NYC Edition for sale; Plamondon adds in PA; Virgin's debut in London
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Latest news: NYC Edition for sale; Plamondon adds in PA; Virgin's debut in London
By Rob Schneider | June 13, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Quotes of the week: José Andrés Group, Leonardo Hotels, HEI Hotels & Resorts
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Quotes of the week: José Andrés Group, Leonardo Hotels, HEI Hotels & Resorts
June 13, 2024
Noteworthy quotes from the week's past stories, including José Andrés Group's new CEO talking about their planned move into the hotel space via license deals.... Read More
José Andrés-led hotel brand in the making
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José Andrés-led hotel brand in the making
By Jeffrey Weinstein | June 13, 2024
The group’s new CEO Sam Bakhshandehpour is working on license deals for Bazaar-branded hotels as he also expands its hotel F&B management business. ... Read More
Deal activity: June 4-11, 2024
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: June 4-11, 2024
By Shawn Turner | June 13, 2024
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Whitestone Companies and Shaner Hotels’ acquisition of the Le Méridien Atlanta Perimeter from Starwood Capital.... Read More