Host Hotels Stock Price, News & Analysis

BETHESDA, Md., Feb. 17, 2022 - Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (NASDAQ: HST), the largest lodging real estate investment trust in the U.S., released an updated investor presentation highlighting its fourth quarter 2021 results. The company owns 75 properties in the U.S. and five internationally, totaling approximately 44,400 rooms. Additionally, it holds non-controlling interests in multiple joint ventures. The updated presentation can be accessed on the company's website under Investor Relations.

Host Hotels & Resorts (HST) reported a remarkable recovery in Q4 2021, with revenues soaring to $998 million, a 273.8% increase from Q4 2020. RevPAR climbed to $148.46, reflecting a 249.2% year-over-year improvement. The company successfully executed a capital allocation strategy, acquiring $1.6 billion in assets while disposing of $1 billion. A quarterly dividend of $0.03 was reinstated, signaling confidence in future growth. Despite the ongoing pandemic challenges, Host Hotels remains optimistic about the recovery trajectory in travel and lodging markets.

Host Hotels & Resorts (NASDAQ: HST) announced the acquisition of the Hotel Van Zandt in Austin, Texas, for approximately $246 million, which includes a $4 million reserve for furniture, fixtures, and equipment. The net acquisition price is about $242 million, reflecting a 13.2x multiple on 2019 EBITDA. The company financed this with $140 million from recent property sales and assumed $101.5 million in secured debt. The hotel, located in a prime area, is expected to stabilize between 2025 and 2027 with a 10-12x EBITDA multiple. Additionally, Host Hotels sold the Sheraton Boston for around $233 million, optimizing its portfolio.

Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (NASDAQ: HST) will announce its fourth quarter 2021 financial results on February 16, 2022, after market close. The company will discuss these results and its business outlook during a conference call on February 17, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. ET. Host Hotels, a leading lodging real estate investment trust, owns 75 properties in the U.S. and 5 internationally, amounting to about 44,400 rooms. The company holds interests in additional ventures, reinforcing its robust position in the hospitality sector.

Host Hotels & Resorts (NASDAQ: HST) has acquired the Alida Hotel in Savannah, Georgia for approximately $103 million. This boutique hotel, opened in October 2018, features 173 rooms and offers various amenities including meeting space and dining options. The hotel is expected to achieve stabilization with an EBITDA multiple of 11-12x and a projected RevPAR of $240 by 2024-2025. Additionally, the company sold the W Hollywood for $197 million, marking a 25.0x EBITDA multiple, effectively reducing future capital expenditures. This strategic move aims to bolster the company’s portfolio and financial performance.

Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (NASDAQ: HST) announced the pricing of a $450 million offering of 2.900% Senior Notes due 2031, expected to close on November 23, 2021. The estimated net proceeds are approximately $439 million, intended for eligible green projects and redeeming all outstanding $400 million of 3.750% Series D senior notes due 2023. The offering is managed by leading financial institutions including BofA Securities and Wells Fargo. This press release includes forward-looking statements, emphasizing risks related to the execution of the offering and potential impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Host Hotels & Resorts (NASDAQ: HST), the largest lodging REIT in the U.S., announced an updated investor presentation for the Nareit’s Virtual REITworld 2021 Annual Conference happening from November 9-11. The presentation can be accessed through the company's Investor Relations page. Host Hotels currently owns 75 properties in the U.S. and five internationally, totaling approximately 45,400 rooms, and holds non-controlling interests in several joint ventures.

Lone Star Funds has acquired five luxury hotels from Host Hotels & Resorts (NASDAQ: HST) for $551 million. This deal includes $11 million allocated for furniture, fixtures, and equipment replacement. The properties involved are The Whitley and The Westin Buckhead in Atlanta, The Westin Los Angeles Airport, San Ramon Marriott, and Westfields Marriott Washington Dulles. The acquisition targets strong markets benefiting from both corporate and leisure demand, with plans for ongoing renovations to enhance property value.