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Investment Deals Happen Here

Welcome to the epicenter of hospitality investment. As the largest real estate and hospitality market globally, the United States sets the pace for industry trends worldwide, with New York City hosting the most influential brands, operators, and investment funds at the NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum 2026.

This premier three-day gathering brings together the most influential decision-makers and capital allocators in hospitality real estate, providing a unique platform to cultivate deal pipelines, gain strategic insights, and forge partnerships that drive returns.

Remember, decisions are made by those who show up. NYU IHIF isn't just where deals happen - it's where they're born. If you're serious about hospitality investment, you can't afford to miss this.

Why investors choose NYU IHIF

Exclusive Network

Exclusive Network

Connect with 2,200+ industry leaders including investors, operators, developers, and lenders collaborating to drive the future of hospitality investment

Diverse Capital Pool

Diverse Capital Pool

Engage with private equity funds, pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, family offices, and insurance companies

Deal Generation

Deal Generation

Forge strategic partnerships with fellow investors, and industry leaders to secure new capital and explore high-potential investment opportunities

Market Intelligence

Market Intelligence

Gain invaluable insights from industry experts on market trends, valuations, and investment strategies

Special Investor Rate

$2,575 

Your exclusive investor pass includes full conference access, tailored networking spaces, and premium content access.


 

Our testimonials

"For Blackstone, attending is really important because we're a major investor around the globe in the lodging industry. We partner with developers around the world. Everybody's here."

Jonathan Gray

COO 
Blackstone

"We're one of the largest owners of hotel and hospitality related real estate in the world. So how could we not be here?"

Eric Resnick

CEO 
KSL Capital Partners

"The quality of investors at NYU conferences is pretty profound. It has an international draw as well, not just a US based draw. And the quality of conversations that happen as a result of that and the ability to move deals forward is definitely a reason to come to NYU."

Julienne Smith

CDO 
IHG Hotels & Resorts

Your next big opportunity is just one meeting away.

Where conversations turn into capital.

Interactive, peer-to-peer exchanges

Interactive, peer-to-peer exchanges

Exclusive mini-receptions connecting investors with key partners - operators, lenders, and advisors - for focused networking and deal exploration.

Investor Council

Investor Council

An invitation-only forum for senior investment fund representatives, operating under Chatham House Rules. Discuss critical topics including deal flow, execution, and investment performance.

Investor Reception

Investor Reception

A private environment for off-market dealmaking between qualified investors, buyers, and sellers. Free from suppliers and media to ensure confidential discussions.

Investor Lounge

Investor Lounge

Our newly designed 9th floor space offers a premium setting for high-level networking, private and dedicated meeting areas.

Who can you expect to meet at NYU IHIF

2,200

DELEGATES

450+

C-SUITE EXECUTIVES

400+

INVESTORS

$132BN+

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