Marriott buys Postcard Cabins brand, signs long-term agreement with Trailborn
Both portfolios will join Marriott's system, platform in 2025
Marriott International is moving into the outdoor accommodation space with its acquisition of the Postcard Cabins brand and a long-term agreement with Trailborn.
MCR refinances 22-hotel portfolio for $300 million
New financing replaces debt with outstanding balance of $280 million
MCR has replaced an older loan with $300 million in new financing for a portfolio of 22 branded hotels.
Execs expect hotel values to grow under Trump administration
Tax policies, deregulation, NLRB appointments cited as likely tailwinds
The U.S. hotel industry has seen hotel transactions pick up in 2024 after a slowdown in recent years.
Hotel REIT execs expect deals environment to gradually open
Lower cost of debt, post-election clarity contribute to more active market
The U.S. hotel transaction landscape has been a challenging one in recent years, with a wide bid-ask gap and high cost of debt giving investors pause.
As a constant buyer of hotels, Gencom can't find enough deals
Patience, targeted strategy and strong relationships open opportunities, chief investment officer says
No matter how many deals, recapitalizations or repositionings Gencom accomplishes in a year, Alessandro Colantonio said his team never feels like the company has done enough.
Asia-Pacific hotel pulse: India's hotels see increased interest from travelers, investors
Russia's hotels struggle to find workers; Japanese hotel deals on the rise; and more.
Read the latest news from around the Asia-Pacific region.
Business transient, group demand drive performance at Sunstone's urban and resort properties
Storms, permits delay Andaz Miami Beach conversion
Despite multiple weather challenges, labor disruptions at one of its largest hotels and some leisure slowdowns, Sunstone Hotel Investors’ hotels were able to deliver strong perform...
Pebblebrook CEO expects demand to finish normalizing, set up stronger 2025
Repositioned portfolio ramps up performance, especially in urban markets
Demand trends during the third quarter reflected the economic conditions at play, Pebblebrook Hotel Trust's chief executive said.
5 things to know for Nov. 8
Today's headlines: Fed cuts rates 25 basis points; US importers hurry orders ahead of possible tariffs; Host's Florida hotels weather hurricane season; Thailand moves to legalize unregistered hotels; Business travel boosts US hotel performance
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How well do time limits work in sales?
When feeling pressured, I'm more likely to pass on a deal
My wife and I recently attended a destination wedding at an all-inclusive resort in Mexico. The wedding was lovely, and the downtime we did have was very relaxing.
Business transient, group demand drive RLJ Lodging Trust's revenue growth
Urban lifestyle hotels outperform industry average
A strong showing of business transient and group demand drove performance for RLJ Lodging Trust's hotels, particularly those in urban markets.
5 things to know for Nov. 7
Today's headlines: Heavy winds push wildfire near Los Angeles; Peachtree Group partners with Group 10 Management; Factors driving hotel company mergers and acquisitions; UK, Swedish central banks cut rates; US weekly jobless claims grow by 3,000
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CHMWarnick CEO says hotel owners actively changing brands, operators
Deals pace should pick up slowly but steadily
PHOENIX — Among the many hats it wears as a hotel asset manager, CHMWarnick has been doing the most brand and management company change-out selection processes that it has ever don...
Ashford Trust pays down more than $100 million of strategic financing
Upcoming hotel conversions are expected to drive rate premiums
Since announcing its strategic financial plan at the start of the year, Ashford Hospitality Trust has made significant progress toward paying it off, its chief executive said.
5 things to know for Nov. 6
Today's headlines: Trump wins US presidential election; Chicago tourism board pushes new hotel tax; Apple REIT benefits from strong business travel demand; US services sector hiring increased in October; Boeing union approves new contract
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5 things to know for Nov. 5
Today's headlines: Pyramid's European division merges with Axiom Hospitality; Fed prepares for another rate cut; Choice Hotels touts international pipeline growth; US extended-stay hotels see record performance in third quarter; More consumers interested in Travel Tuesday deals
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Hospitality America plans for major portfolio growth over next 10 years
New business intelligence department will help improve on-property efficiency
PHOENIX — Since being appointed as the chief executive of Hospitality America earlier this year, Ben Campbell and his team have been eyeing serious growth over the next 10 years.
Group performance outpaces leisure, business transient at Marriott's hotels
Company starts efficiency process expected to save $80 million to $90 million
With 10% revenue per available room growth for the second quarter in a row, group business is once again Marriott International's top-performing segment.
With a main focus on lifestyle hotels, Coury Holdings sees opportunities in brands
Engagement with locals helps hotels be 'the living room for the community'
When it comes to managing independent, lifestyle hotels and branded hotels, Coury Holdings is enjoying the best of both worlds.
Stonebridge readies for further expansion into third-party hotel management
New CEO Rob Smith talks fund use, owner relations
PHOENIX — Hotel industry conditions are playing out well for Stonebridge Companies' further expansion into the third-party management space.