Business Details
Trusted Hotel Investment Banking Solutions
Davis Hotel Capital is a premier hotel advisory firm specializing in mortgage brokerage, equity placements, and investment sales. With over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, we provide innovative finance and capital solutions for hotel owners and investors. Our team has arranged more than $16 billion in hotel capital transactions and completed over 800 investment sales globally. We focus exclusively on hospitality real estate, serving all asset classes including select service, resort, full service, portfolio, suburban, and urban hotels. Our senior management team brings unparalleled expertise in debt placements, structured finance, and direct investment.With offices in Denver, Washington DC, and New York, we offer strategic industry relationships and a proven track record of integrity. Our services include note purchases, asset management, and expert witness testimony for complex hotel transactions. We pride ourselves on delivering value-added propositions through senior-level involvement and market-specific insights. Our international network of buyers, sellers, and lenders ensures optimal outcomes for clients across the hotel sector. From acquisition loans to distressed asset sales, we provide tailored solutions to meet evolving capital needs.
Services
Debt Placements
Equity Placements
Investment Sales
Asset Management
Structured Finance
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of exclusive focus on hotel capital markets and investment sales.
- Our team has arranged over $16 billion in hotel capital transactions globally.
- Senior management directly handles every assignment to ensure optimal outcomes.
- We maintain strategic relationships with premier lenders and investors worldwide.
- Our track record includes over 800 successful hotel investment sales transactions.
Services
Debt Placements
Davis Hotel Capital specializes in arranging debt financing for hotel acquisitions, developments, and repositioning projects. Our expertise includes construction loans, bridge financing, and structured debt solutions tailored to hospitality assets. With relationships across major lending institutions, we secure optimal terms for clients seeking capital efficiency.
Equity Placements
We facilitate equity investments for hotel recapitalization, acquisitions, and development projects. Our network connects sponsors with principal investors through preferred equity vehicles and joint venture structures. This service helps clients optimize capital stacks while maintaining operational control and strategic flexibility.
Investment Sales
Our investment sales division handles hotel asset dispositions across all property classes. With over $14 billion in completed transactions, we execute targeted sales strategies using prequalified buyer lists and confidential processes. Services include portfolio sales, off-market transactions, and distressed asset repositioning for maximum value.
Structured Finance
We develop customized financing solutions combining senior debt, mezzanine capital, and preferred equity. This service addresses unique capital needs for transitional assets, bankruptcy restructurings, and special situation investments. Our approach optimizes capital structures while mitigating risk for ownership groups.
Asset Management
Davis Hotel Capital provides strategic asset management services for hotel portfolios. Our team offers operational guidance, capital planning, and performance optimization strategies. This service supports owners in maximizing asset value through market cycles while maintaining alignment with long-term investment objectives.
People
Geoff Davis
Founder & Senior Principal
Geoff Davis founded Davis Hotel Capital after leading major hotel investment firms. With over $14 billion in transactions, he specializes in hotel capital markets and investment banking. A University of Denver graduate, he serves on industry advisory boards and remains an active hotel investor.
Robb MacMillan
Managing Director
Robb MacMillan brings 30+ years of hotel industry experience, having closed $2.8 billion in transactions. As Managing Director, he focuses on investment advisory and development. A USMC Vietnam Veteran, he holds extensive relationships across North American hotel markets.
Aryn Spahr
Managing Director
Aryn Spahr has facilitated over $1 billion in hospitality transactions. His expertise spans acquisitions, capital markets, and asset management. With experience at M Grand Resorts and as CHA principal, he specializes in complex hotel developments and distressed asset repositioning across major US markets.
Questions
What hotel asset classes do you specialize in?
We work with all hotel types including select service, resort, full service, portfolio, suburban, and urban properties.
Do you handle international hotel transactions?
Yes, our network includes international buyers and lenders for cross-border hotel capital solutions.
What financing options are available for hotel acquisitions?
We arrange acquisition loans, bridge financing, construction loans, and structured debt/equity combinations.
How do you approach distressed hotel asset sales?
We employ targeted marketing strategies and capital restructuring solutions for distressed hotel dispositions.
Can you assist with hotel portfolio sales?
Yes, we specialize in portfolio transactions with experience handling multi-asset hotel sales nationwide.
What sets Davis Hotel Capital apart from competitors?
Our exclusive focus on hospitality real estate, 30+ year track record, and senior-level transaction involvement differentiate us.
