Extended-stay hotels: The hybrid asset class winning over customers and investors

Once an overlooked segment of the lodging industry, extended stay hotels have emerged as a compelling investment target for many investors and flagship brands in recent years. At last week’s IMN Extended Stay Forum in Atlanta, industry experts discussed how this sector’s unique positioning at the crossroads of hospitality and residential drives its appeal in today’s changing market despite, or perhaps because of, current market uncertainties. Here’s a recap of what experts had to say.