Insights

Explore in-depth analysis and expert perspectives on the latest trends and developments in Hotel Investment Today's dedicated Insights section. This section covers topics such as market trends, investment strategies, and operational efficiencies. It also features interviews with industry leaders, case studies, and thought-provoking articles on the future of hotel investment.
Marriott key money has Host converting Turtle Bay to Ritz-Carlton
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Marriott key money has Host converting Turtle Bay to Ritz-Carlton
By Jeffrey Weinstein
Blackstone sells Oahu luxury hotel for $1.4 million per key; Marriott will manage and modify some... Read More
How equity is filling the gap in the refinance market
News / Financing
How equity is filling the gap in the refinance market
By Rob Schneider
Berkadia’s Michael Weinberg talks about using equity to lower the cost of capital, lenders putting... Read More
Bentley Legacy Holdings launches operating division
News / Management
Bentley Legacy Holdings launches operating division
By Jeffrey Weinstein
Family-run development firm invests in key properties and talent as part of company expansion,... Read More
Hyatt, Kiraku complete first funding for ryokan brand
News / Brands
Hyatt, Kiraku complete first funding for ryokan brand
By Jeffrey Weinstein
First three Atona ryokans will open in Japan in 2026; new final target funding raise of $128... Read More
CEO spotlight: Ariane Gorin of Expedia Group
News / Insights
CEO spotlight: Ariane Gorin of Expedia Group
By Mitra Sorrells
New Expedia CEO shares her thoughts on AI, social commerce, the B2B business, Vrbo and OneKey, as well... Read More
Latest news: BWH to manage in KSA; Blue Suede buys from HHM; Azul adds in San Diego
News / Owners
Latest news: BWH to manage in KSA; Blue Suede buys from HHM; Azul adds in San Diego
By Jeffrey Weinstein
Breaking news about development, M&A, management, data and more.... Read More
Latest news: Marriott gets Pelican Hill; Reubens' big plans in P.R.; summer travel intentions
News / Brands
Latest news: Marriott gets Pelican Hill; Reubens' big plans in P.R.; summer travel intentions
By Jeffrey Weinstein
Breaking news on development, deals, data and more.... Read More
Refinancing in 2024: ‘Haves’ v. the ‘have nots’
News / Financing
Refinancing in 2024: ‘Haves’ v. the ‘have nots’
By Rob Schneider
Peachtree Group’s Jared Schlosser says the firm is currently working on multiple deals, including with... Read More
India leads growth in soaring APEC pipeline
News / Asia Pacific
India leads growth in soaring APEC pipeline
By Rob Schneider
The latest  Lodging Econometrics data shows that APEC’s construction project count has grown by... Read More
TMGOC-Lexima deal gains momentum
News / Management
TMGOC-Lexima deal gains momentum
By Stefani C. O'Connor
With an objective of helping Lexima Lodging grow its management portfolio via capital infusion, TMGOC... Read More