Lessons learned about buying small hotels

This is our place to share the notes from the journey of building buythathotel.com. A lot of learnings on our journey so far, we are going to offload them here.

Analyzing transportation data (flights, trains, highways) when buying a new hotel
Trains and flights are the primary modes of long-distance travel, and understanding their impact on hotel performance is essential.
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How to identify off-market hotels for sale
How do you identify those owners who may be open to selling and have a hotel with untapped potential?
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The number of hotels for sale in Spain dropped by 8% in 2024
The number of hotels for sale in Spain dropped by 8% in August 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Last year, there were over 1,300 hotels for sale, while this year, there are just over 1,200.
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Your guide to buying a small hotel in Costa Rica
This guide will walk you through the process of purchasing property in Costa Rica, along with tips for maximizing returns on your small hotel investment.
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Risk of wildfires in Portugal
Our map tool for analyzing hotel deals in Portugal has a layer that shows the Risk of Wildfires. Let's see how accurate it is.
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How many rooms should have your first hotel?
When purchasing a hotel, the size of the property is an essential consideration that can significantly affect the success of your investment.
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Surprising observations about hotels for sale in Portugal
Here are some surprising things I've learned in the last months about the Portuguese market.
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