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.
When converting a hotel to residential makes sense
News / Owners
When converting a hotel to residential makes sense
By Rob Schneider
A partner at Hawkins Way Capital said it takes a special set of circumstances, but the PE firm will... Read More
Optimism trumps uncertainty at Lodging Conference
News
Optimism trumps uncertainty at Lodging Conference
By Jeffrey Weinstein
With more than 3,000 in attendance and despite ongoing mixed emotions about what is coming next in the... Read More
Sonesta debuts new extended-stay product
News / Brands
Sonesta debuts new extended-stay product
By Rob Schneider
Americas Best Value Studios by Sonesta is an extended-stay extension of Sonesta’s most franchised... Read More
Latest news: $1.9B refi for ESA portfolio; Numa expanding in Europe; Waterford, Valor add
News / Financing
Latest news: $1.9B refi for ESA portfolio; Numa expanding in Europe; Waterford, Valor add
By Rob Schneider
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Wyndham adds Dazzler Select in ‘lifestyle economy’ space
News / Brands
Wyndham adds Dazzler Select in ‘lifestyle economy’ space
By Rob Schneider
The soft brand, which debuts today in Florida, is targeting the 16,000-plus economy independent hotels... Read More
Hilton creates more flexibility with new collection
News / Brands
Hilton creates more flexibility with new collection
By Jeffrey Weinstein
Outset Collection is positioned in the upscale and upper midscale space and has 60 hotels under... Read More
Hotel executive moves: Highgate, KHP, L+R, Outrigger
News / Owners
Hotel executive moves: Highgate, KHP, L+R, Outrigger
By Rob Schneider
Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
Latest news: Service Properties Trust sells 3 assets; LA default; SF sales approved
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Service Properties Trust sells 3 assets; LA default; SF sales approved
By Rob Schneider
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Deal activity: September 23-29, 2025
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: September 23-29, 2025
By Shawn Turner
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was KSL Capital Partners’ acquisition of the Westin Hilton... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Brookfield, Hawkins Way, NewcrestImage
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Brookfield, Hawkins Way, NewcrestImage
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider
Among the noteworthy quotes from this week's stories was NewcrestImage's Mehul Patel talking about the... Read More