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Laying the Groundwork for 2025: Strategic Hotel Renovations As we look ahead to 2025, it’s clear that today’s hotel renovations require more than the traditional refresh, soft goods, or full-scale project. Whether pursuing an offensive or defensive strategy across their portfolios, owners and managers need flexibility and strategic planning from their renovation partners like never before. That means putting in more work up front to ensure every detail aligns with our clients’ unique financial and operational goals. Our team is all-in on: 🔹 Restructuring bids for maximum efficiency 🔹 Designing phased project plans that minimize disruption 🔹 Crafting tailored approaches that fit each property’s needs and cash flow With the right planning early on, we’re helping our clients navigate a complex landscape with confidence, ensuring they’re set for a successful 2025 and beyond. The heavy lifting we do up front sets the stage for seamless, impactful results. #HotelRenovation #ProjectPlanning #HospitalityPartners #GeneralContractors #2025

📈 Hotel Development in the U.S. is Booming! 🏨 The U.S. hotel construction pipeline has reached record-breaking levels in 2024, signaling incredible growth and optimism in the hospitality industry! 🌟 Here’s what you need to know: 🚧 Under Construction: 1,149 projects (142,238 rooms) are currently underway—growth is steady and strong! 🔜 Scheduled to Start: 2,259 projects (259,108 rooms) are set to break ground in the next 12 months. 📐 Early Planning: A whopping 2,970 projects (345,640 rooms) are in the early planning stage, showing a 15% increase in projects and 19% growth in rooms year-over-year! 🌟 Top Market Spotlight: ✨ Dallas leads the pack with 174 projects (20,676 rooms) in the pipeline, proving why it’s the epicenter of hotel development right now. 🏨 This growth across the board is a testament to the resilience of the hospitality industry, and we’re thrilled to see such optimism as we move forward! 💪 What do you think about these trends? 🤔 Let us know in the comments! #HotelDevelopment 🚀 #HospitalityIndustry #USHotels 🏨 #Dallas #LodgingEconometrics

#Dallas is at the forefront of the nation's hotel construction pipeline, setting a new record with 204 projects comprising a total of 23,669 rooms, according to data from Lodging Econometrics. Dallas continues to dominate planned construction starts anytime within the next 12 months with 78 projects (8,856 rooms).  The early planning stage further demonstrates Dallas’ market strength, with 95 projects (11,346 rooms).  In Q4 of 2024 Dallas emerged as the leader in new project announcements with 20 projects (2,061 rooms) announced in Q4 of 2024 alone. #hotelinvestments #hospitality #hoteldevelopment #hotelownership #hotelconsulting #hotelbroker #hoteliers #hotelindustry #hotelsandresorts #hotelnews #hotelowners #HospitalityInvestment #HospitalityAssets #hospitalityinvestmentsales #hotels #lodging #CommercialRealEstate #CREInvestment #RealEstateInvestment #CRE #CommercialProperty #CREDeals #LuxuryHotels #OffMarketDeals #HotelSales #InvestmentOpportunities #MarketTrends #TexasCRE #DallasCRE #DFWRealEstate #TexasRealEstate #DallasRealEstate #TexasInvestments #DallasInvestments #LuxuryProperty #HotelDeals #womenincommercialrealestate #womeninCRE #womeninprivateequity #womenleaders #rosehasham #axecommercialrealestate #axecre #brokerage #REITs #HospitalityREIT #RealEstateBrokerage Axe Commercial Real Estate Axe Commercial Real Estate Rose Hasham

From Niche to Core: The Evolution of Serviced Apartments Serviced #apartments have fast become a core part of modern #hospitality, offering flexibility, strong financial returns, and operational benefits. Hoteliers can easily integrate apartment-style rooms within existing structures, enhancing their value proposition without major overhauls. Investor interest is surging, with the UK market projected to grow by 5.7% by the end of 2024. Robert Alley explores why embracing this model promises robust returns and lower operational costs. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eHY79sEp #HospitalityGrowth #BWHHotels #HotelDevelopment

In my journey from hospitality to real estate, I've discovered a profound connection between the two fields. The art of anticipating needs, once applied to hotel guests, now informs how we craft living spaces. I've learned that hospitality extends far beyond the walls of hotels and restaurants. It's about creating spaces where people feel truly at home. Hospitality taught me that exceeding expectations drives success. In real estate, we apply this by creating homes that enhance value and inspire loyalty. By anticipating needs, we craft desirable lifestyles, ensuring our business thrives through satisfied homeowners. #TuesdayThought #HospitalityIndustry #RealEstate #Uk #London

Sydney CBD’s Edinburgh Castle Hotel sold by JLL JLL's Hotels & Hospitality Group Managing Director, Ben McDonald, Senior Vice President Kate MacDonald and Capital Markets at JLL Senior Director James Aroney were responsible for steering the sale of the Edinburgh Castle Hotel in Sydney’s CBD. Standing prominently on the corner of Pitt and Bathurst Street, ‘The Eddy’ as it’s affectionately known was brought to market by JLL for the first time in over 20 years on behalf of its private owners. “Pubs continue to feature prominently as part of the ‘alternative’ real estate asset class and this result highlights the ongoing appetite and appeal of the sector to a growing audience.” Ben McDonald noted. Kate MacDonald also pointed to the enormous trading opportunity and the chance to re-staple the freehold and leasehold interests to create a freehold going concern operation for the first time in decades. Read more on The Hotel Conversation - https://lnkd.in/g4fxGHtb Elyse Balcombe Peter Harper Gareth Closter Gillian Berardi John Musca Nick MacFie Will Connolly Tom Gleeson Greg Jeloudev Edward Browne Christian Tsalikis Mark Walsh Paige Aliendi Gus Moors Andrew Langsford Nick Thompson #jll #pubs #pubforsale #sydneyrealestate #sydre #pubsold #hotels #hotelsold #hospitality #sydneyinvestment #jllaus #jllhotels

🛎️ Tenant expectations in 2024 are driving the trend of #hotelization in every type of real estate, from mixed use to CRE. From concierge services and in-house gyms to housekeeping and resource booking, hotelization is about creating a living and working experience that feels more like a stay at a high-end hotel 🙌 💡 What's driving this trend? Tenants are looking for convenience, comfort, and community from their spaces. They want an experience that seamlessly integrates work, leisure, and unique experiences—all within their building or community. Real estate developers and property managers who embrace hotelization are positioned to attract and retain tenants who value these enriched living experiences. 🟠 Deliver that inviting, familiar hospitality experience with Spaceflow's comprehensive range of solutions: Digital Operations, Community, and Smart Building Technology. #TenantExperience #PropertyManagement #MixedUse #CRE #Residential #BTR

Freehold investment hotel Mackay for sale - CBRE CBRE Hotels’ Wayne Bunz, Hayley Manvell and Taylor Morris have been exclusively appointed to market the freehold interest in Aligned Corporate Residences Mackay for sale. National Director Wayne Bunz commented “Freehold investment accommodation hotels continue to be highly coveted due to their scarcity, and the stable long-term passive income stream they provide.” The anchor lease to Aligned Corporate Residences extends until 2029 with options through to 2054. Additionally, the asset incorporates a leased restaurant and two commercial suites, providing income diversification. CBRE Director Hayley Manvell added, “Our recent sale of the Coral Cay Mackay demonstrated that investors are increasingly drawn to regional areas seeking superior returns compared to those offered in top-tier cities, that are also above the current cost of debt.” Read more on The Hotel Conversation - https://lnkd.in/gDVkyuAT CBRE Hotels Alexia Morelli Ashley Ferguson Wayne Bunz Hayley Manvell Taylor Morris Michael Simpson Steve Carroll Aaron Desange Paul Fraser Tom Gibson #cbrehotels #mackay #mackayforsale #hotelinvestment #mackayhotel #hotelforsale #queenslandre #hotelnews #hotelsforsale #hotelowners #hotelbusiness

The commercial real estate industry has struggled in the post-pandemic, high-interest-rate market, yet hotels have emerged as the exception. Our client, Peachtree Group CEO Greg Friedman, recently appeared on Yahoo Finance’s Catalysts show to discuss why hotels are outperforming and where he sees potential for recovery within the broader commercial real estate industry. Greg told Catalysts host Madison Mills, “the hotel industry, from a fundamental perspective, is benefitting from the fact that supply remains muted. Supply is growing at about a 40% reduction to historical averages and demand has held up.” Tune in to the full conversation below. #RFBClient #CRE #commercialrealestate #hospitality

🚀 The US Hotel Market is Rebounding – Are You Positioned to Profit? The hospitality sector is experiencing a strong comeback in 2025, with RevPAR surging, occupancy rates climbing, and key markets like San Francisco and Washington, D.C. seeing explosive growth. As commercial real estate investors, this is the moment to capitalize on high-growth opportunities. 🔹 Key Insight: San Francisco saw a 348.3% RevPAR increase thanks to major event-driven demand. 🔹 Market Shift: Secondary and tertiary cities are emerging as prime investment targets. 🔹 Strategy Tip: Investors who adapt to flexible pricing models and leverage alternative accommodations will gain a competitive edge. 📈 The full breakdown of where, why, and how to invest in the hotel market this year is now live on our blog. ➡ Read the full insights and investment strategies here: Are you currently investing in hospitality real estate? Let’s discuss your strategies in the comments! 👇 #CommercialRealEstate #RealEstateInvesting #CRETips #HotelInvesting #MarketTrends