Ohana Real Estate's Stewardship Recognized Amid Luxury Hospitality Consolidation

Event summary

  • Ohana Real Estate Investors was named 'Hotel Ownership Group of the Year' by Forbes Travel Guide and CBRE.
  • The award recognizes Ohana's long-term management of Star-Rated properties including Montage Los Cabos, Montage Deer Valley, and Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach.
  • Ohana manages approximately $4 billion in assets across North American hospitality and residential properties.
  • The recognition was presented at The Summit, Forbes Travel Guide’s luxury travel conference in Monaco, on February 25, 2026.

The big picture

The award highlights a growing trend towards recognizing long-term value creation in the luxury hospitality sector, moving beyond short-term transactional gains. Ohana’s vertically integrated model and focus on asset stewardship positions them to benefit from the ongoing consolidation within the industry, but also exposes them to risks associated with maintaining brand standards and attracting capital in a potentially volatile market. The recognition from CBRE underscores the importance of institutional-grade ownership in the high-end hospitality space.

What we're watching

Portfolio Strategy
How Ohana's focus on 'human connection' will influence future acquisition targets and property development strategies, particularly given the increasing emphasis on experiential travel.
Brand Alignment
Whether the continued association with Forbes Travel Guide's stringent standards will impact Ohana’s ability to attract and retain both investors and premium hospitality brands.
Competitive Landscape
The pace at which other hospitality ownership groups adopt similar long-term stewardship models, potentially intensifying competition for prime assets and talent.