ASHFORD HOSPITALITY TRUST ANNOUNCES PRELIMINARY REVPAR RESULTS FOR FOURTH QUARTER 2022
Ashford Hospitality Trust (AHT) reported an expected occupancy rate of approximately 68% for Q4 2022, with an average daily rate of $175, resulting in a RevPAR of about $118. This figure represents a 25% increase from Q4 2021, though it is about 1% lower than Q4 2019. December 2022's RevPAR remained stable compared to December 2019, while November and October saw slight declines of 2% and 1%, respectively. CEO Rob Hays expressed confidence in the company’s diverse portfolio and positive market demand.
- RevPAR increased by 25% compared to Q4 2021.
- Occupancy expected at 68% for Q4 2022, indicating recovery trends.
- CEO expresses optimism about the company's portfolio and market conditions.
- RevPAR decreased approximately 1% compared to Q4 2019.
- Slight declines in RevPAR for November and October 2022 compared to 2019.
DALLAS, Jan. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ashford Hospitality Trust, Inc. (NYSE: AHT) ("Ashford Trust" or the "Company") reported today that the Company expects to report occupancy of approximately
Additionally, for the month of December 2022, RevPAR was essentially unchanged versus December 2019. For the month of November 2022, RevPAR decreased approximately
"We're extremely pleased with Ashford Trust's solid fourth quarter operating results as we continued to benefit from increased demand and realized notable rate increases in many key markets during the quarter," commented Rob Hays, Ashford Trust's President and Chief Executive Officer. "As we look ahead to 2023, we believe that our high-quality, geographically diverse portfolio, with its high exposure to both transient leisure and business customers, remains well-positioned."
Ashford Hospitality Trust is a real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on investing predominantly in upper upscale, full-service hotels.
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