Sell Your Hotels Business in Canada
Hotel sales are real-estate + operating-business hybrid transactions. Cap-rate driven valuation for the real estate, plus operating-business value. Franchise hotels (Holiday Inn, Best Western) sell at lower multiples but easier to finance. Independent boutique properties can command premium when location and brand are strong.
Why Selling a Hotels Business Is Different
Generic business brokers handle this wrong. These are the specific challenges in your sector.
What Sophisticated Hotels Buyers Look For
Build these into your business 12–24 months before listing, and your multiple rises 1–3 turns.
Who Buys Hotels Businesses in Canada
We've mapped the active buyer universe for your sector.
Industry-Specific Challenges We Handle
The deal-breakers we've seen — and how we address each one.
Franchise PIPs (Property Improvement Plans) often $500K–$3M. Disclose and price into deal.
Hotel cap rates: Limited service (Holiday Inn Express, etc.) 9–11%, Full service 8–10%, Luxury 6–9%. Local market matters.
If hotel has bar/restaurant, BC LCRB transfer adds 90 days.
What We Play Up in Your Marketing
These are the value drivers that move hotels buyers from interest to LOI.
Services Tailored for Hotels Sales
Selling a hotels business requires specialized advisory at every stage. These are the services most relevant to your transaction.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sector-specific questions hotels owners ask.
Ready to Sell Your Hotels Business?
Confidential, no-obligation conversation. Tell us about your business, your timeline, and your goals. We'll respond with a written engagement proposal within 24 hours.