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CoStar News Hotels

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Hospitality Industry
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Thailand
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Singapore
World Cup
China
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Vietnam
Hilton
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India
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Hospitality
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CoStar News Hotels' experienced, award-winning journalists bring diverse perspectives and voices to the news. From exclusive interviews with CEOs, to conference news from around the world, to coverage of public hotel companies, our stories are accessible for free 24/7 to inform your business today and in the future. CoStar News Hotels is part of the global CoStar News team, which reports commercia... more

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CoStar Group's Jan Freitag and Walker Hotel Collection's Peter Yeung join CoStar News Hotels' Trevor Simpson to discuss results and lessons learned from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Peachtree Group Managing Principal and CEO Greg Friedman joins the "CoStar News Hotels Podcast" to explain the current financing environment for hotels.

Max Spangler, vice president of technology of third-party hotel management company Charlestowne Hotels, joins CoStar News Hotels reporter Natalie Harms to discuss the practical uses of artificial intelligence in the hotel business and the advancement... more

Private membership clubs are next for hospitality investment firm Rockbridge, according to CEO and co-founder Jimmy Merkel. Merkel shared details about the company's latest hotel acquisitions in Texas, plus his philosophy about hospitality and why in... more

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Recent Guests

Max Spangler
Vice President of Technology at Charlestowne Hotels
Charlestowne Hotels
Episode: Escaping hospitality's "AI hype echo chamber"
Jimmy Merkel
CEO and co-founder of Rockbridge
Rockbridge
Episode: Rockbridge CEO Jimmy Merkel is expanding the investment company in new ways
Greg Kennealey
CEO of Peregrine Hospitality
Peregrine Hospitality
Episode: No matter the downturn, hotels and travel always bounce back, Peregrine CEO says
Dana Jacobsohn
Chief Development Officer of North America Luxury Brands and Global Mixed Use at Marriott International
Marriott International
Episode: Marriott's Dana Jacobsohn on what makes a true luxury stay
John Schultzel
Chief Growth Officer at Olympia Hospitality
Olympia Hospitality
Episode: Olympia Hospitality takes boutique approach to both franchised, independent hotels (with John Schultzel)
Greg Doman
Chief Development Officer at Virgin Hotels Collection
Virgin Hotels Collection
Episode: Virgin Hotels Collection's Greg Doman on the four factors needed to add a hotel to its portfolio
Bryan Sparacino
President and CEO, Founder of Rebel Hotel Co.
Rebel Hotel Co.
Episode: Rebel Hotel Co.'s Brian Sparacino talks growth strategy, operating luxury hotels and the evolution of third-party management
Julienne Smith
Head of America's Growth at Hyatt
Hyatt
Episode: Hyatt's Julienne Smith discusses return to company, next targets for portfolio growth
Kevin Davis
America's CEO of JLL Hotels & Hospitality
JLL Hotels & Hospitality
Episode: JLL Hotels & Hospitality Americas CEO Kevin Davis on the narrowing bid-ask gap and more favorable hotel transactions environment

Hosts

Shama Cracken
News Editor, CoStar News Hotels podcast host
Terence Baker
Host of Upgrade, a CoStar News Hotels podcast for the EMEA region; News editor, Europe, Middle East and Africa; host of interview segments

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Talking Points

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Escaping hospitality's "AI hype echo chamber"
Q: How do you address cybersecurity in an era of AI?
Cybersecurity is treated as an arms race: training is updated to counter more sophisticated phishing and deepfake threats, verification is done out of band, and there is a strong emphasis on using approved tools with guardrails and continuous education.
Escaping hospitality's "AI hype echo chamber"
Q: What are owner and guest expectations around AI in hotels?
Owners expect efficiency, automation, better forecasting, and improved revenue, while guests want speed, personalization, and a sense of place. Charlestowne emphasizes authentic hospitality and reduces AI friction, ensuring tools augment rather than replace human touch.
Escaping hospitality's "AI hype echo chamber"
Q: Can you tell me a little about Charlestowne's approach to AI adoption?
Charlestowne's approach is practical and measured: use AI to handle routine, scalable tasks like drafting, summarizing, and content analysis, while the human team focuses on the final judgment, guest sensitivity, and strategic decisions. They also build bespoke internal tools where off-the-shelf solutions don't fit.
Rockbridge CEO Jimmy Merkel is expanding the investment company in new ways
Q: Share some color on how the Texas hotel deals came together.
Merkel explains that the Texas acquisitions were patient, strategically structured with state collaboration, and aligned with Rockbridge's value-add approach to create a transformative, multi-party partnership that enhances value for investors.
No matter the downturn, hotels and travel always bounce back, Peregrine CEO says
Q: What are your expectations for the rest of 2026?
Forecasts point to RevPAR growth around 3.5% to 4%, supported by pace data and market intelligence, barring unexpected issues.

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Frequently Asked Questions About CoStar News Hotels

What is CoStar News Hotels about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show focuses on the hospitality real estate and investment landscape, with data-driven analysis, dealmaking strategies, and executive perspectives from hotel operators, asset managers, developers, and investors. Episodes frequently cover topics such as group demand trends, European expansion, brand and operating models, sustainable development, and technology-enabled operations. Guests range from senior analysts and procurement experts to CEOs and chief development officers, offering practical insights on capital allocation, market timing, and portfolio optimization. The program often pairs industry data with on-the-ground storytelling from conferences and hotel markets across North America and Europe, making it useful for professionals... more

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