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Are there too many hotel brands? What the data says

As the number of hotel brands has increased, corporate revenue has soared
More brands have equaled more revenue. (Getty Images)
More brands have equaled more revenue. (Getty Images)
CoStar Analytics
December 24, 2025 | 7:52 P.M.

In 1993, Marriott, Hilton, Accor, Hyatt and InterContinental Group, known as IHG, had a total of 19 brands. Fast-forward to 2025, and the five major hotel companies now feature nearly 180 brands and counting.

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