The hotel transaction market continues to face significant headwinds. Nonetheless, there are still many good deals to be had, and with some patience and strategy, long-term returns may match or even exceed an investor’s expectations. This article examines and compares current transaction data to historical activity.
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Understanding the Current State of the Hotel Transaction Market
The hotel transaction market continues to face significant headwinds. Nonetheless, there are still many good deals to be had, and with some patience and strategy, long-term returns may match or even exceed an investor’s expectations. This article examines and compares current transaction data to historical activity.
Iconic Resort Destination Ocean City, MD Is Poised for Success
Ocean City, Maryland, known for its expansive beaches and boardwalk, welcomes millions of visitors annually. This robust tourism industry fuels a thriving hospitality market, and recent strategic investments underscore Ocean City's focus on providing exceptional experiences for all visitors.
A New Approach to Hotel Management Fees
In the ever-evolving hospitality industry, the question of how to effectively compensate hotel operators remains crucial. While the basic premise of paying managers for their management skills holds true, the prevalent incentive fee structures may no longer adequately align with market realities, particularly for owners.
THE PLAYERS Championship’s Impact on Jacksonville Hotels in 2024
Hotels in Jacksonville, Florida, experienced a robust March, driven in part by an influx of visitors for the 50th edition of THE PLAYERS Championship at TPC Sawgrass. This surge in demand coincided with the entrance of several new hotels into the market, which affected hotel performance metrics.
HVS Las Vegas Casino and Hotel Market Outlook 2024
Las Vegas continues to evolve, with billions of dollars being spent on the development of new world-class venues in recent years. In 2023, occupied room nights, as well as total occupancy (83.5%), continued to lag 2019 performance; however, like gaming revenue, the market’s ADR ($191.29) and RevPAR ($159.73) for 2023 reached record levels for the second year in a row. This article examines the latest trends and developments that are relevant to the Las Vegas casino and hotel markets.
The Dynamic Demand Base Powering the Knoxville Lodging Market
The Knoxville hotel market’s recent performance trends are catching the attention of regional and national investors, and for good reason. With a slew of new developments, the city is fast becoming a sought-after destination for both business and leisure travelers.
2023 European Hotel Transactions
HVS discusses the main hotel transactions that took place in 2023 and looks at the trends in single-asset and portfolio transactions over the years.
Hunter Conference 2024 Takeaways
The Atlanta Marriott Marquis was bustling this week with another successful Hunter Hotel Investment Conference. Kudos to the Hunter and Marriott teams for executing an extraordinary event! Some key takeaways from the HVS brokerage and consulting staff members who attended the conference are summarized in this article.
Savannah, Georgia: Linking the Past to the Future
Savannah is one of the most desirable tourist destinations in the country, and visitation has skyrocketed since the onset of the pandemic. Some major expansion and development projects underway in the market should help support hotel metrics going forward.
Columbus, Ohio: A Bright Spot for Midwestern Hotels
The diverse array of employers throughout the Columbus region has contributed to the growth of the local economy post-pandemic. This economic growth has bolstered the local hospitality market with expectation of continued growth in the near term.
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We have written thousands of articles about all aspects of hospitality, including valuations, investing, lending, operations, asset management, and much more.
Ocean City, Maryland, known for its expansive beaches and boardwalk, welcomes millions of visitors annually. This robust tourism industry fuels a thriving hospitality market, and recent strategic investments underscore Ocean City's focus on providing exceptional experiences for all visitors.
In the ever-evolving hospitality industry, the question of how to effectively compensate hotel operators remains crucial. While the basic premise of paying managers for their management skills holds true, the prevalent incentive fee structures may no longer adequately align with market realities, particularly for owners.
Hotels in Jacksonville, Florida, experienced a robust March, driven in part by an influx of visitors for the 50th edition of THE PLAYERS Championship at TPC Sawgrass. This surge in demand coincided with the entrance of several new hotels into the market, which affected hotel performance metrics.
Las Vegas continues to evolve, with billions of dollars being spent on the development of new world-class venues in recent years. In 2023, occupied room nights, as well as total occupancy (83.5%), continued to lag 2019 performance; however, like gaming revenue, the market’s ADR ($191.29) and RevPAR ($159.73) for 2023 reached record levels for the second year in a row. This article examines the latest trends and developments that are relevant to the Las Vegas casino and hotel markets.
The Knoxville hotel market’s recent performance trends are catching the attention of regional and national investors, and for good reason. With a slew of new developments, the city is fast becoming a sought-after destination for both business and leisure travelers.
HVS discusses the main hotel transactions that took place in 2023 and looks at the trends in single-asset and portfolio transactions over the years.
The Atlanta Marriott Marquis was bustling this week with another successful Hunter Hotel Investment Conference. Kudos to the Hunter and Marriott teams for executing an extraordinary event! Some key takeaways from the HVS brokerage and consulting staff members who attended the conference are summarized in this article.
Savannah is one of the most desirable tourist destinations in the country, and visitation has skyrocketed since the onset of the pandemic. Some major expansion and development projects underway in the market should help support hotel metrics going forward.
The diverse array of employers throughout the Columbus region has contributed to the growth of the local economy post-pandemic. This economic growth has bolstered the local hospitality market with expectation of continued growth in the near term.
Robust demand in urban centers continues to drive Canadian hotel values despite high interest rate environment.