
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.
Episodes
From Motel Renovation to 300K Followers: The Innvestors Story | Brett McManus E23

Ground-Up Boutique Hotel Development in San Francisco - High Risk, Higher Reward? | Mike Demson E22

What It Takes to Build a Revolutionary Hospitality Business | Brian Meyer E21

Cost Segregation Made Simple: Unlock Massive Tax Savings in Real Estate | Brian Bigham E20

From First Responder to Ground-Up Developer: An Inspiring Journey | Andrew Owlett E19

How AI is Disrupting Hotels—And Why Small Operators Have the Advantage | Ari Smith E18

Buying, Financing & Operating a Seasonal Boutique Hotel | Ryan Edwards E17

The Glamping Boom: Hype, Profits, & Pitfalls | Edward Haynes E16

From Vision to Execution: Our Framework for Hospitality Success | E15

Lessons Learned from a Failed Motel Deal | Tanya Rooney E14

Turning $400K into $10M: Lessons in Fear, Failure, and Direct Bookings | E13

How a Property Manager Can Help You Maximize Your Hotel Profits | Bryan Tubaugh E12

Leveling Up: How To Turn STR Success into Boutique Hotel Ownership | Kim Herrlein E11

How to Drive 70% Direct Bookings: Strategies for Hotel Investors | Kerri Gibson E10

Building a Winning Investment Thesis for Hotel Success | E9

How to Build a Hotel: Expert Insights into Real Estate Development | Zeke Freeman E8

How to purchase your first hotel while working a full-time job | Alex Kang E7

Should You Operate a Branded Hotel or Go Independent? | Neil Shah E6

How to Source, Underwrite, and Purchase Your First Boutique Hotel | Gideon Spencer E5

The Hotel Investing Guide to Operational Excellence | E4

Transitioning From Investing in STRs Into Boutique Hotels | Kassidy Warren E3

Are Hospitality Investing Mastermind Conferences Worth It? | E2

Hotel Investing: The Best of Both Worlds | E1

Trailer: Welcome to the Hotel Investor Playbook!
