What size of hotel projects does Amimar work on?

We primarily work on hotel and resort projects in the USD/CAD $5M–$100M range. Below that, local lenders and simpler facilities often suffice; above that, transactions typically involve club deals or institutional structures. Our sweet spot is mid-market projects that are substantial enough to require structured capital, but still driven by entrepreneurial sponsors.

How much equity do I need for a hotel development?

Most lenders expect 20–35% of total project cost in true equity, including land, pre-development spend, and cash equity. In some cases, structured instruments like mezzanine debt, preferred equity, or C-PACE financing can help reduce the upfront cash requirement while keeping overall leverage and risk at bankable levels.

How long does the hotel financing process take?

From initial application to closing, most hotel financing processes take 60–120 days, depending on project complexity, lender type, and how complete your documentation is. Pre-development work such as feasibility studies, brand negotiations, permits and entitlements can add 3–6 months before lenders are ready to issue serious term sheets.

What documents do I need before approaching lenders for hotel financing?

Lenders typically expect a detailed business plan or investment memo, project budget and sources and uses, pro-forma financials with RevPAR and occupancy assumptions, a market and demand study, sponsorship CVs and track record, evidence of land control or a purchase agreement, preliminary design and capex schedule, and a clear outline of permits, entitlements and brand or franchise status.

Can Amimar help with mezzanine and alternative financing structures for hotels?

Yes. We help sponsors evaluate and structure mezzanine debt, preferred equity, C-PACE and other non-dilutive instruments to fill the gap between conservative senior loans and available equity, while keeping the overall capital stack coherent and fundable.

Hotel Project Financing Consulting for $5M–$200M Developments

Optimized capital stacks, stress-tested and lender-ready documentation, and closing support for hotel and resort projects that need serious funding - not generic advice.

Hotel capital stacks are uniquely complex. Brands, PIP obligations, seasonality, group and transient mix, F&B performance, and renovation cycles all affect how lenders size debt and price risk. Amimar International works with hotel developers and owners to qualify projects, design bankable capital structures, and navigate lenders and private credit providers so your deal can move from concept to closing without destroying the long-term economics of the asset.

What We Do

What We Deliver For Hotel Developers

Feasibility & capital plan – In-depth market and demand analysis, business development advisory, debt sizing, equity requirements, financial stress-testing, and scenario analysis to test lender appetite.
Capital stack advisory – Senior debt, mezzanine, preferred equity and non-dilutive options tailored to your project’s risk profile.
Lender & investor outreach – Targeted introductions to banks, private-credit funds, family offices and select institutional investors active in hotel deals.
Term sheet & covenant negotiation – Comparing offers, pressure-testing assumptions, and negotiating covenants that preserve your upside.
Execution & closing support – Coordinating due diligence, document checklists, and stakeholders through to funding.

What Is Hotel Project Financing?

Hotel project financing is the arrangement of long-term capital (senior debt, mezzanine, preferred equity and sponsor equity) to develop, reposition, or refinance a hotel or resort asset. Unlike simple investment loans, hotel project financing is underwritten on the property’s projected cash flow, competitive positioning and brand, as well as the sponsor’s experience, rather than just the borrower’s balance sheet.

Why Hotel Capital Is Flowing Again

After the pandemic shock, hospitality capital markets have re-opened with a clear bias toward well-underwritten projects and strong sponsors. The broader hospitality market is expected to grow from around US$3.95 trillion in 2021 to roughly US$6.7 trillion by 2028, implying a robust ~10% annual growth rate in spending.

At the upper end, the global luxury hotel segment alone was valued at about US$140 billion in 2023 and is forecast to more than double by 2032, which is driving sustained investor appetite for institutional-quality hotel assets in key markets.

For developers, this means capital is available - but only for projects that can clearly demonstrate market depth, resilient NOI, and a realistic capital structure. That is exactly where Amimar’s feasibility work and capital stack design are focused.

How Are Hotel Deals Financed Today?

Typical 2025 hotel capital stack for ground-up or major repositioning projects:

Senior construction / term loan: 50%–60% of total project cost, usually from banks or specialized lenders.
Mezzanine or preferred equity: 10%–20% of the capital stack, priced to reflect second-loss risk but allowing higher leverage.
Sponsor & JV equity: 20%–40% of total cost, including land, pre-development spend, and cash equity.

In many markets, traditional lenders remain conservative on leverage and covenants, which is why mezzanine and structured equity have become key tools for getting hotel projects to bankable levels without giving up full control. Other funding non-dilutive options such as C-PACE are also climbing the charts.

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Frequenly Asked Questions

Next Steps: Begin Your Hotel Financing Journey

The hotel development financing landscape requires expert guidance to navigate successfully. Amimar International's comprehensive consulting services position your project for optimal financing outcomes while managing risk and maximizing returns.

Reach out today to discuss your hotel project financing requirements. Our team will provide initial assessment, market positioning recommendations, and strategic financing alternatives tailored to your specific project goals and market conditions.

Service Areas: North America, Latin America, Caribbean, Europe, South-East Asia, Australasia (other select markets on a case-by-case basis).