HAMA survey: 47% of hotel asset managers expect RevPAR to rise 4%-6% in 2026

On October 19, 2026, a Hospitality Asset Managers Association (HAMA) survey showed that 47% of hotel asset managers expect RevPAR for their portfolios to grow 4% to 6% year over year in 2026, while another 25% expect growth of 1% to 3%, and fewer than 10% expect it to be flat or decline. The survey also showed that 61% of respondents said geopolitical events or rising energy costs have already changed their demand patterns. For 2027, 61% expect RevPAR growth of 1% to 3%, and 35% expect growth of 4% to 6%.