List of Publicly Traded Hotels and Resorts
Comprehensive directory of the largest hospitality companies and integrated resorts listed on the NYSE and NASDAQ. Track market caps, valuations, and dividend yields for the 2026 travel landscape.
Navigating the List of Publicly Traded Hotels and Resorts requires understanding the shift between asset-light management companies and asset-heavy property owners. Leading firms like Marriott and Hilton have evolved into franchising powerhouses, while integrated casino-resorts like MGM and Wynn offer exposure to both hospitality and gaming. Many investors also track the Hotel REITs List to find companies that own the underlying physical real estate. In 2026, the industry is characterized by robust RevPAR (Revenue Per Available Room) growth and a significant focus on loyalty program expansion. To see how these hospitality giants fit into the broader leisure landscape, visit our List of Travel and Tourism Companies.
Key Takeaways
The largest hotel stocks focus on franchising and management rather than owning land, providing higher margins and lower capital expenditure. Compare these operators using the Hotels Industry Comparison Widget.
Companies like LVS and WYNN combine luxury hospitality with high-stakes gaming, making them sensitive to both consumer discretionary spending and global regulatory shifts.
Investors must distinguish between C-Corps (operators) and REITs (owners). REITs often provide higher dividend yields but face different tax structures.
Revenue Per Available Room is the primary indicator of health for the sector. To analyze these metrics across the entire travel industry, see our Companies by Sector index.
Top List of Publicly Traded Hotels and Resorts by Market Cap (2026)
As of early 2026, the hospitality sector is led by diversified global giants with extensive property pipelines across both luxury and mid-scale segments.
| Rank | Ticker | Company | Industry | Market Cap | YTD % | P/E Ratio | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MAR | Marriott International | Hotel Operator | $97.0B | +4.2% | 37.0x | 1.0% |
| 2 | HLT | Hilton Worldwide | Hotel Operator | $76.0B | +3.8% | 32.0x | 0.8% |
| 3 | LVS | Las Vegas Sands | Casino-Resort | $37.0B | +1.5% | 22.0x | 1.4% |
| 4 | IHG | InterContinental Hotels | Hotel Operator | $23.0B | +2.1% | 29.0x | 1.2% |
| 5 | H | Hyatt Hotels Corp | Hotel Operator | $15.0B | -0.5% | N/A | 0.6% |
| 6 | HST | Host Hotels & Resorts | Hotel REIT | $13.0B | +5.1% | 18.0x | 5.45% |
| 7 | MGM | MGM Resorts Intl | Casino-Resort | $12.5B | +3.2% | 16.0x | 0.1% |
| 8 | CHH | Choice Hotels Intl | Hotel Operator | $5.0B | +1.2% | 14.0x | 1.8% |
| 9 | WH | Wyndham Hotels | Hotel Operator | $4.8B | +0.9% | 15.0x | 2.2% |
| 10 | PK | Park Hotels & Resorts | Hotel REIT | $3.2B | +4.5% | 12.0x | 4.8% |
List of Publicly Traded Hotels and Resorts — Complete Company List
List of Publicly Traded Hotels and Resorts Listed on Major U.S. Exchanges
- List of Travel and Tourism Companies
- List of Hotel REITs
- Hotels and Resorts Industry Comparison Widget
Hotels and Resorts: Large-Cap Stocks
- Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT) (Over 4,000 hotels and resorts in nearly 100 different countries)
- Marriott International (MAR) (Brands include Marriott Hotels, Courtyard by Marriott and The Ritz-Carlton)
Hotels and Resorts: Mid-Cap Stocks
- China Lodging Group, Limited (HTHT) (China: hotel brands range from economy to upscale hotels)
- Choice Hotels International, Inc. (CHH) (Comfort Inn, Comfort Suites, Quality and Sleep Inn)
- Extended Stay America, Inc. (STAY) (Extended stay hotels)
- Hyatt Hotels Corporation (H) (Franchise and own Hyatt branded hotels, resorts and residential and vacation properties)
- Intercontinental Hotels Group (IHG) (United Kingdom – Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express)
- Wyndham Worldwide Corp (WYN) (Days Inn, Ramada, Super 8 and Wyndham Hotels and Resorts)
Hotels and Resorts: Small-Cap Stocks
- Belmond Ltd. (BEL) (United Kingdom: luxury hotels)
- GreenTree Hospitality Group Ltd. (GHG) (IPO March 27, 2018; China: franchised hotel operator)
- Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V. (PLYA) (Beachfront resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean)
Hotels and Resorts: Micro-Cap Stocks
- Red Lion Hotels Corporation (RLH) (Hotel RL, Red Lion Hotel and Red Lion Inn & Suites)
Risks & Considerations
Economic Cyclicality
Hospitality is highly sensitive to the economic cycle. Recessions directly impact business travel budgets and consumer discretionary spending on leisure vacations.
Labor Market Constraints
Hotel operations are labor-intensive. Persistent wage inflation and staffing shortages can compress operating margins, particularly for owners of physical assets.
Interest Rate Sensitivity
For Hotel REITs, high interest rates increase the cost of financing property acquisitions and debt refinancing, which can pressure FFO (Funds From Operations).
Disruption by Short-Term Rentals
Alternative lodging platforms continue to compete for market share, particularly in urban and resort destinations, affecting traditional occupancy rates.