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Chinese Investment Trends in U.S. Hotel Real Estate

Investment out of mainland China in U.S. hotel real estate has been on the rise for years. What’s driving the trend, and how has it affected hotel markets in the U.S.?

An HVS Guide to Hotel Revenue Management

Revenue management for hotels has transformed over the past four decades, though some of its tried and true principles remain in place. What does the practice of modern revenue management mean to hotel operations?

HVS Key Takeaways: Boutique Hotel Investment Conference 2016

The conference keyed in on ways for independent hotels to gain ground in today’s market, from financing avenues to booking channels. Changes in consumer behavior, with tastes favoring the hotel “experience” more than price or brand, were a highlight.

In Focus: Seattle, WA

Occupancy swung above 75% for Seattle’s hotel industry in 2014, a reflection of the city’s blossoming economy. High demand has also supported strong average rates and rising hotel values.

Key Takeaways | 4th Annual HVS Hotel Market Connections

The North American hotel industry is still firing on all cylinders, with year-to-date occupancies at an all-time high. While some markets face challenges from new supply, prospects appear healthy in the near term.

Move Fast and Break Things: How Silicon Valley Thinking Can Shake Up Traditional Hotel Management Practices

Constant questioning and challenging of hotel amenities, services, programs and management practices is critical to discover new ways of elevating the guest experience. Asset managers should encourage management to take risks to innovate.

Segmenting Millennial Travelers Business vs. Leisure

How do you gain the loyalty of millennials? This article analyzes the top two opportunities by segmenting the next generation of travel: millennial business travelers vs. millennial leisure travelers.

Hotel Value Fundamentals Signal Positive Trend in Transactions and Development in the United States

Is it a buyer’s market, a seller’s market, or simply time to develop?

Announcing: Hotel Investments: Issues and Perspectives, Fifth Edition, including HVS San Francisco’s Suzanne R. Mellen’s “ Hotel Valuation” chapter.

Including contributions from the hospitality industry’s top investment experts, this must-read book focuses on current trends in hotel valuation, methodology and issues affecting hotel investment.

Tiered Pricing And Yield – Key Drivers Of Extended Stay Success

Extended-stay hotels began evolving in the 1970s to serve business travelers, vacationers and families seeking a home-like atmosphere. They differ from traditional hotels in terms of room types, amenities and particularly, pricing.

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Move Fast and Break Things: How Silicon Valley Thinking Can Shake Up Traditional Hotel Management Practices
Move Fast and Break Things: How Silicon Valley Thinking Can Shake Up Traditional Hotel Management Practices

Constant questioning and challenging of hotel amenities, services, programs and management practices is critical to discover new ways of elevating the guest experience. Asset managers should encourage management to take risks to innovate.

Announcing: Hotel Investments: Issues and Perspectives, Fifth Edition, including HVS San Francisco’s Suzanne R. Mellen’s “ Hotel Valuation” chapter.
Announcing: Hotel Investments: Issues and Perspectives, Fifth Edition, including HVS San Francisco’s Suzanne R. Mellen’s “ Hotel Valuation” chapter.

Including contributions from the hospitality industry’s top investment experts, this must-read book focuses on current trends in hotel valuation, methodology and issues affecting hotel investment.

Canada Hotel Valuation Index 2024 Update
Canada Hotel Valuation Index 2024 Update

Robust demand in urban centers continues to drive Canadian hotel values despite high interest rate environment.