Challenged for growth, brands have leaned on partnerships
Marriott, Sonder just one example of industry trend
With an increasing need to grow units and a more challenging construction and development environment for hotels, the phenomenon of hotel brands leaning on strategic partnerships t...
Midweek Christmas, New Year's undercut US hotel demand
Holidays start on worst day of week for hotel occupancy
Hoteliers are seemingly on the naughty list this year, with the timing of both the Christmas and New Year's holidays hitting midweek and possibly discouraging travel.
Davidson Hospitality finds European foothold in rural UK, looks for M&A to spur growth
Hotel management group sees potential deals across European continent
While Davidson Hospitality Group has long been an established player among hotel managers in the U.S., officials with the company say they're just now looking to establish a full-f...
Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta describes personal, professional journey since joining hotel giant
Real estate investor turned brand leader oversaw most profitable private equity deal in history
The 18 years since Chris Nassetta took over as chief executive of hotel brand giant Hilton has been an eventful stretch both for the company and him personally.
Japanese hotel investors thrive amid strong demand, cheap debt
Real estate investment trusts lead domestic players
Japan's hotel industry has been the beneficiary of positive dynamics for awhile, with current exchange rates making it an inexpensive option for international travelers.
The World Cup could be an irresistible force facing an immovable object for the hotel industry
Will sports fanaticism overcome international travelers' weariness of the US?
I recognize it's not a controversial, unique or particularly new opinion to note that the 2026 FIFA World Cup is going to be hugely impactful for the U.S. hotel industry.
Historic hotels and an uptick in family spending highlight recent podcasts
CoStar News Hotels podcast highlights from late October, early November
Delivering on history and a slight uptick in family travel spending are among the highlights of recent CoStar News Hotels podcasts.
5 things to know for Nov. 17
Today's headlines: Consumer pressures continue to grow despite lack of recession; Virgin Hotels CEO departs; What's pressuring hoteliers this budget season; Sonder files petitions to liquidate; UK travelers could face new tax
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5 things to know for Nov. 14
Today's headlines: US economy faces a more cautious consumer; CMBS data shows Starwood preparing to sell 65-hotel portfolio; Caribbean tourism demand levels off; PPHE's biggest owners consider selling; Airbnb sues Biloxi, hotel association over short-term rental ban
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Hotel executives exude confidence in US travel demand despite headwinds
Consumer sentiment hit three-year low this month
The shutdown of the U.S. federal government didn't do businesses any favors in terms of consumer sentiment, but hotel company executives seem to be holding out hope.
5 things to know for Nov. 12
Today's headlines: Holiday travel decline expected; House vote on funding US government set; How Accor is reshaping itself and growing Emblems Collection; New hotel in LA Live expansion plans; Fed split on December rate plans
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5 things to know for Nov. 11
Today's headlines: Sonder announces liquidation after Marriott severs partnership; Government shutdown ending but travel, economic fallout will continue; Families intend to travel but want deals; Spending grows for wealthy travelers; UK court rules asylum seekers can stay at Epping hotel
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Family travel budgets inch upward but parents prioritize value
Hoteliers urged to be more accommodating for children with special needs
There's both good news and bad news for the hotel industry when it comes to family travel heading into the new year.
5 things to know for Nov. 10
Today's headlines: Marriott abruptly ends Sonder deal, citing payment default; Luxury brand picks up Malibu boutique hotel at record price per key; Deal could reopen US government; Braemar closes sale of The Clancy; Workers strike at Philadelphia Wyndham hotel
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So are we back to normal yet or what?
It feels like the COVID-19 era pessimists were too optimistic
As we draw closer to the end of 2025, I can feel it in my bones. We're mere months away from the next wave of new year optimism.
Economic headwinds weigh heavy on RLJ even as its urban hotels rebound
Strong performance in San Francisco highlights hotel REIT's third-quarter performance
RLJ Lodging Trust executives celebrated relatively strong performance in urban markets — particularly San Francisco — but macroeconomic headwinds including the ongoing government s...
Highgate takes over management of multiple Kessler hotels in new strategic alliance
Savannah Power Plant property included in deal
Highgate and The Kessler Collection have announced a new strategic alliance that will transfer management of several of Kessler's hotels to Highgate.
5 things to know for Nov. 4
Today's headlines: Luxury boosts profit expectations for Marriott; COP30 kicks off in Brazil; Corporate fraud a continued concern for lenders; Hotels now favored real estate for housing conversions; Hotel companies lean on AI to monetize amenities
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Amid revenue declines, Park Hotels & Resorts execs say liquidity remains strong
Hotel REIT scaled back fourth-quarter projections
Hotel room revenues dropped more than 6% year over year in the third quarter for Park Hotels & Resorts, and company officials are lowering their fourth-quarter projections. But Par...
Hotel investors in Asia-Pacific eager for deals while performance underwhelms
Takeaways from HICAP and other market observations
A major conference in any industry is a helpful barometer, and the recent Hotel Investment Conference Asia Pacific in Singapore provided some key insights for the hospitality busin...