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 experiential lodging properties. With over $30 million in real estate investments, including short-term rentals, long-term rentals, commercial retail, and hospitality properties, they bring a unique perspective on how to turn passion-driven investments into financial freedom.
In this podcast, they share their roadmap for transitioning from traditional real estate investments to boutique hotels, offering listeners the insights and strategies needed to succeed in this niche market. Whether you're looking to learn about identifying the right property, managing operations, or understanding the financial complexities of boutique hotel ownership, The Hotel Investor Playbook has you covered.
Join Michael and Nathan each week as they document their journey towards building a $400 million real estate-based business and bring you along for the ride. Subscribe now and start turning your real estate investment dreams into reality.
The Hotel Investor Playbook
Buying, Financing & Operating a Seasonal Boutique Hotel | Ryan Edwards E17
🏨 How do you turn a seasonal boutique hotel into a $2M value-add opportunity?
In this episode of The Hotel Investor Playbook, we sit down with Ryan Edwards, owner of a 17-unit boutique hotel in Maine, to break down the real strategies that make a seasonal hotel thrive.
We cover:
âś… How he financed his $3.6M hotel deal with 75% bank financing
âś… The $100K revenue increase that added $1.4M in value
âś… How he built a 100% direct booking strategy (no OTAs!)
âś… Staffing challenges & using visa programs for seasonal workers
âś… Marketing strategies that fill rooms months in advance
If you’re considering investing in boutique hotels, seasonal markets, or direct booking strategies, this episode is packed with gold.
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