The Hotel Investor Playbook
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 experien...
Recent Episodes
Dec. 17, 2024
How to Drive 70% Direct Bookings: Hotel Investor Insights from Kerri Gibson | E10
Are you tired of paying high fees to online travel agencies (OTAs)? Imagine driving 70% of your bookings directly—and keeping more of your revenue. In this episode of The Hotel Investor Playbook , we sit down with Kerri Gibs…
Dec. 10, 2024
The Hotel Investor's Blueprint: Building a $400 Million Hospitality Empire with Malama Capital
Join Mike and Nate, founders of Malama Capital, as they explore the critical role of a well-defined investment thesis in the hospitality industry. With $30 million in current real estate assets and a goal to build a $400 mil…
Dec. 3, 2024
How to Build a Hotel: Expert Insights into Real Estate Development | Zeke Freeman E8
Ever wondered what it takes to transform an empty building or raw land into a thriving hotel? In this episode of The Hotel Investor Playbook , we’re diving deep into the real estate development process with architect and dev…
Nov. 27, 2024
From Zero to Boutique Hotel Ownership with Alex Kang
In this episode of the Hotel Investor Playbook, hosts Mike and Nate dive deep into the inspiring journey of Alex Kang, who purchased his first boutique hotel with no prior experience while maintaining a full-time W2 job. Ale…
Nov. 19, 2024
Should You Operate a Branded Hotel or Go Independent? Insights from Neil Shaw
With over 100,000 hotels in the United States, approximately 70% operate as branded or flagged hotels. But why is that? If you’re considering purchasing a hotel and debating between going independent or affiliating with a re…
Nov. 12, 2024
Episode 5: How to Source, Underwrite, and Purchase Your First Hotel - with Gideon Spencer
In this episode of the Hotel Investor Playbook, hosts Mike and Nate sit down with Gideon Spencer, the principal of Stonemont Capital, who purchased a $6 million hotel at the age of 32. Gideon shares his journey from starting…
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