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The Hotel Investor Playbook

Michael Russell & Nathan St Cyr
Boutique Hotels
Hospitality Management
Real Estate Investment
Direct Bookings
Operational Excellence
Guest Satisfaction
Guest Experience
Short-Term Rentals
Hotel Management
Property Management
Google Business Profile
Real Estate Investments
Emotional Needs In Hospitality
Influencer Marketing
Self-Management
Process Implementation
Review Management
Marketing
PMS (property Management System)
Investment Strategies

Welcome to The Hotel Investor Playbook, hosted by real estate investors and hospitality experts Michael Russell and Nathan St Cyr. As the founders of Malama Capital and Howzit Hostels, Michael and Nathan have a wealth of experience in owning and operating boutique hotels, hostels, and other experiential lodging properties. With over $30 million in real estate investments, including short-term rent... more

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Latest Episodes

Where is the hotel market headed in 2026, and how can investors succeed in a challenging environment?

This week on the Hotel Investor Playbook, we sat down with Jan Freitag, National Director of Hospitality Analytics at CoStar. With over 30 years of... more

The most powerful part of a hotel stay isn’t the design or the amenities, it’s the feeling guests take home.

That’s the philosophy of Bashar Wali, one of the most candid and creative voices in hospitality, who's spent 30+ years building, operating, ... more

How do you turn a struggling hotel into a profitable asset?

This week on the Hotel Investor Playbook, we sit down with Naveed Khan, co-founder of London Rock Partners, a hotel management and advisory firm that oversees everything from branded hotels... more

Few people have left a mark on hospitality like Richard Kessler.

He started his hospitality career by helping scale Days Inn into a household name as the early CEO

Then he founded the Kessler Collection, one of the leading boutique hotel portfolios... more

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Recent Guests

Bashar Wali
Hospitality executive with over 30 years of experience in hotel management and operations.
This Assembly and Practice Hospitality
Episode: How to Craft a Hotel People Will Actually Remember | Bashar Wali E49
Naveed Khan
Co-founder of London Rock Partners
London Rock Partners
Episode: What Makes a Hotel Succeed or Fail? | Naveed Khan E48
Richard Kessler
Hospitality icon with a 50-year career, co-founder of Days Inn, and creator of the Kessler Collection.
Episode: From CEO of Days Inn to Launching Marriott’s Autograph Collection | Richard Kessler E47
Soli Cayetano
Co-owner of Terra Palm, a boutique wellness hotel
Terra Palm
Episode: How To Use Social Media To Raise Capital And Find Deals | Soli Cayetano E46
Steph Weber
Branding and marketing expert, owner of a micro-resort in Kentucky
Cabins on the Cumberland
Episode: The Marketing Playbook Every Small Hotel Owner Needs | Steph Weber E44
Jonathan Mueller
Entrepreneur and owner of Camp Forest Haven and Balanced Rock Inn
Episode: The Beginner's Guide To Building Wealth In Hospitality | Jonathan Mueller E43
Anthony Chiaravallo
Founder and CEO of Vallo Media, with experience managing over $100 million in ad spend
Vallo Media
Episode: Hotel Marketing Decoded: What Every Owner Needs to Know | Anthony Chiaravallo E42
Desiree Doubrox
Expert in real estate syndication and fund management
HomWork
Episode: Syndication Simplified: The Strategy That Builds Generational Wealth | Desiree Doubrox E41
Seth Bolt
Co-founder of Bolt Farm Treehouse, former touring musician
Bolt Farm Treehouse
Episode: A Masterclass In Experiential Hospitality With The Bolt Farm Treehouse Founders | Tori and Seth Bolt E40

Hosts

Michael Russell
Co-founder of Malama Capital and a host with extensive experience in boutique hotel investments and operations. He brings practical insights and strategies for aspiring investors looking to enter the hospitality space.
Nathan St Cyr
Co-founder of Malama Capital and a host skilled in hospitality management and investment strategies, sharing his insights on operational excellence and financial success in the hotel sector.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 93 ratings
  • Best Hotel Podcast

    I’ve been looking for a hotel podcast for a long time—one that posts regularly and has relevant information—and then I finally found The Hotel Investor Playbook. They have such a genuine and knowledgeable approach to how they choose locations and then execute their vision. If you’re looking into investing into hospitality, I highly recommend this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amanda Weaver CRE
    United Statesa month ago
  • Knowledge Gained w/ Every Episode

    Michael and Nathan always have secondary and tertiary questions that get into the true nitty gritty of their guests’ deals - making for deeper learning and knowledge gain.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MSJAllDay
    United Statesa month ago
  • These guys talk about what matters

    Mike and Nate talk about the aspects of hotel investing that matter. If you own a hotel or are wanting to purchase or build one, the insights gained from these two are invaluable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hard Goods
    United Statesa month ago
  • Best Hotel Investing Podcast!

    Best podcast for anyone looking to get into hotel investing. I love that you guys pause and dig into any interesting nuggets of wisdom, and that you don’t just drink the koolaid and accept statements at face value, but rather question them from your context, which becomes context that we will share as well. Also the fact that you guys are also located in Hawaii means you ask about long distance management and things that are relevant to me, which i really appreciate.

    I have listened to almost ev... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fawn B
    United States2 months ago
  • Best Podcast for Start Ups

    Mike and Nate have really put together an amazing program with great interviews. Tons of insights for startups and lots of inspiration. These guys have really helped demystify the game for me and helped me start to form my own acquisition strategy. Could not recommend more for anyone interested in jumping into hotel acquisition and operation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MNY Hosp.
    United States2 months ago

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The Beginner's Guide To Building Wealth In Hospitality | Jonathan Mueller E43
Q: What is your financial structure? How did you finance the purchase of the RV park?
Jonathan explains that he secured seller financing for $800,000 at 5% interest, and he also reached out to friends for $300,000 to finalize the deal due to issues with his original financing.
The Beginner's Guide To Building Wealth In Hospitality | Jonathan Mueller E43
Q: What drove you to take action after your failed multifamily deal?
Jonathan mentions being a risk taker and feeling that without action, life wouldn't be enjoyable. He believes in taking chances and learns from each experience, even if they don't always turn out well.
From CEO of Days Inn to Launching Marriott’s Autograph Collection | Richard Kessler E47
Q: How do you decide when it makes more sense to build from scratch versus remodeling an existing property?
Richard advises evaluating replacement cost versus acquisition cost, emphasizing the importance of smart investments given current market conditions.
From CEO of Days Inn to Launching Marriott’s Autograph Collection | Richard Kessler E47
Q: Can we dive into that a little bit, the vision? Did you have a big vision from the beginning that you were going to build something iconic?
Richard confirms he always had confidence in his ability to achieve significant goals, emphasizing that even tough challenges could be tackled with the right mindset.
From CEO of Days Inn to Launching Marriott’s Autograph Collection | Richard Kessler E47
Q: Looking back now, what do you remember most about those early days?
Richard emphasizes the unique nature of being 23 and leading a major hotel chain, discussing how pivotal decisions and the willingness to take difficult paths shaped his career.

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This podcast focuses on the journey of transforming real estate investments into successful boutique hotel ventures, aiming to educate and inspire aspiring hospitality investors. Hosted by two experienced real estate investors, it features discussions on various aspects of the hotel and hospitality industry, including property management, financial strategies, and operational insights. Episodes often showcase case studies, interviews with industry leaders, and actionable tips based on the hosts' real-world experiences, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the hospitality investment space.

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Recent guests on The Hotel Investor Playbook include:

1. Bashar Wali
2. Naveed Khan
3. Richard Kessler
4. Soli Cayetano
5. Steph Weber
6. Jonathan Mueller
7. Anthony Chiaravallo
8. Desiree Doubrox

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