The Hotel Investor Playbook Hotel Investing Insights from the CEO of One of America’s Top Hotel Brokerage Firms | Suraj Bhakta E28
Apr 22, 2025
Suraj Bhakta, CEO of NewGen Advisory and a seasoned expert in hotel brokerage, shares invaluable insights on scaling hotel investments. He discusses the critical importance of planning your exit strategy even before acquiring properties. Suraj also explores the rise of boutique hotels and why extended-stay options are gaining traction. The conversation delves into effective capital-raising strategies beyond personal networks and offers perspectives on navigating complex hotel financing options. A must-listen for aspiring hospitality investors!
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Use Brokers To Target Next-Level Buyers
- Work closely with brokers to identify buyers like 1031 exchangers and package properties for larger acquirers.
- Combine assets or hold multiple properties to attract higher-tier buyers.
Traits That Build Large Hotel Portfolios
- Successful hotel investors are resourceful, resilient, and understand operations, finance, and franchising.
- Founders must stop doing low-value tasks and focus on sales, growth, and technology adoption.
Boutiques Win On Experience When Done Right
- Consider boutique hotels for higher margins and experiential bleisure demand when executed well.
- Don't confuse boutique branding with poor execution; sell the vision and the experience.