Hilton has retained its position as the world’s most valuable hotel brand for the 10th consecutive year, according to the latest report by Brand Finance.
The ALIS Conference reflected cautious optimism about the hotel industry's future, with hopes for policy changes, modest RevPAR growth, transaction market challenges, and a suggestion that Taylor Swift could boost travel demand.
Truist projects 2025 will closely resemble 2024’s hotel performance—with modest RevPAR growth, potential M&A, and continued cost pressures for REITs—while favoring Wyndham and Ryman Hospitality.
The Canadian hotel industry is rebounding from pandemic lows thanks to blockbuster events like Taylor Swift’s tour, tighter short-term rental rules, and large-scale investments in new hotel developments.
Choice Hotels is revitalizing its Radisson Hotels Americas brand with new visual identities, enhanced guest experiences, and significant renovations at key properties.
Global hotel investments are booming, with a 13% RevPAR increase, high cross-border deals, and $42.1B in transactions, driven by strong demand for luxury and select-service hotels.
Skyline Investments sold 11 Courtyard by Marriott hotels in the U.S. for $101 million, retaining ownership of three other Courtyard properties, which are up for sale.
citizenM has opened its second Boston property, citizenM Boston Back Bay, a 15-story hotel with 399 guestrooms, curated artwork, and a rooftop bar, making it the company's largest hotel within the Lyrik development.