Choice Hotels International

North America

Hotel Investment Expected to Increase in 2025

A JLL survey reveals growing optimism in hotel investments, with rising cross-border activity, first-time buyers, and a focus on luxury and extended-stay assets despite challenges from increased capital costs.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 2 weeks ago

North America

Design Hotels Announces 10% Global Portfolio Growth

Design Hotels reported 10% portfolio growth, highlighted by new agreements including new Firmdale properties, and expansion with Grupo Habita, Drift Hotels, and ASH.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 2 weeks ago

North America

Earnings Day for Host Hotels, RLJ, Xenia and More 

Many U.S. hotel companies reported earnings, with RLJ Lodging Trust beating estimates but giving a softer forecast, Xenia Hotels missing across the board, and Host Hotels posting a modest beat despite hurricane impacts.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 3 weeks ago

North America

Marriott and Choice Report Q3 Earnings

Choice Hotels’ Q3 results led to a stock uptick, while Marriott’s mixed report and lower Q4 guidance saw its shares decline despite share buybacks and a new cost-cutting plan.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 3 weeks ago

North America

KSL Sells Davidson Hospitality

Nautic Partners acquired Davidson Hospitality Group from KSL Capital Partners, with KSL remaining involved as a manager, marking Nautic's entry into hotel management ownership.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 3 weeks ago

North America

Wyndham Expands Extended-Stay Portfolio

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, in partnership with Reside, has launched its new Wyndham Residence brand in the U.S., offering upscale, residence-style accommodations in major cities like Houston and Washington D.C., with plans for expansion across top U.S. markets.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 4 weeks ago

North America

U.S. Hotel Room Construction Sees Another Increase

The U.S. hotel industry is experiencing steady growth, with construction volumes rising for seven consecutive months, especially in upscale and luxury segments.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 1 month ago

North America

Amex GBT Releases Forecast for Global Hotel Industry

American Express Global Business Travel predicts sustainability, personalized experiences, technology, and flexible pricing will reshape the hotel industry by 2025.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 1 month ago

North America

Hotel Transactions in the U.S. Are Projected to Increase

A report from last week's Lodging Conference points to a surge in hotel transactions due to maturing loans, growing construction, and renovation projects, despite labor challenges and softening RevPAR trends.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 1 month ago

North America

Business Travel Spending to Hit $1.5 Trillion This Year

Business travel is set to surpass pre-pandemic levels in 2024, with global spending projected to reach $1.5 trillion, driven by strong growth in the U.S. and China.

Alan Woinski and Kim Woinski | 1 month ago