From Chef José Andrés entering the hotel sector to new lenders acquiring properties, D.C. metro area is experiencing a surge in hotel demand. With 3,460 rooms under development as of June 2024, D.C. ranks fifth among major U.S. markets for hotel construction. How are industry leaders leveraging this momentum? Join Bisnow as we explore the region’s latest development pipeline, investment strategies, acquisition trends, partnerships, design innovations and more!

• What are the key factors influencing hotel ownership and development in today’s market?
• With the Waldorf Astoria and Line DC hotels having gone through foreclosure, how do auctions, lender involvement and post-pandemic challenges impact the future of hospitality projects?
• With supply increasing, what types of partnerships are industry leaders creating to ensure projects remain competitive in a crowded market?
• Consumer needs are evolving rapidly. How are these changes influencing the design, construction and development of new hotels?
• How are major hotel brands and independent operators adapting their business models to navigate interest rates, labor shortages and shifting traveler preferences?