Successful Sale of the 67-Room Hampton Inn Marks a New Chapter for DSH Hotel Advisors
On October 16, 2025, DSH Hotel Advisors proudly announced the successful sale of a 67-room Hampton Inn located in St. Augustine, Florida. This strategic transaction highlights the firm’s excellence in representing high-quality hotel assets throughout the Southeast region. The sale involved the collaboration of several key players from DSH Hotel Advisors, including Managing Principal Dennis S. Hopper, Vice President of Investments Dylan N. Amin, and Senior Investment Associate Sam Subodh Patel, who expertly facilitated the deal. They represented the seller, Meridian Club LLC, and the buyer, QDI 5, LLC.
DSH Hotel Advisors had maintained an exclusive listing for the property, which resulted in more than 260 signed Confidentiality Agreements from interested parties. Ultimately, the firm received seven competitive offers from buyers nationwide, reflecting the strong demand for well-located hotels in Florida.
Dennis Hopper emphasized the robust appetite among investors for franchised hotels situated in prime locations across Florida. He stated, ‘This transaction exemplifies the depth of our buyer network and our capability to secure outstanding results for hotel owners aiming for liquidity or portfolio adjustments.’ This year has presented unique challenges in the capital markets, yet the strong demand remains evident.
Dylan Amin added, ‘We are delighted to have successfully coordinated the sale of the Hampton Inn St. Augustine I-95. Given the current landscape featuring a dip in transaction velocities along with heightened market challenges, our meticulously crafted marketing strategy and longstanding industry connections enabled us to secure a flawless closing.’ Amin further expressed gratitude towards both the buyer and seller for their collaboration throughout this process.
In a similar vein, Sam Patel expressed his enthusiasm regarding the sale's implications for the hospitality sector. He remarked, ‘This successful transaction mirrors the resilience of our industry, particularly for well-positioned assets in the Southeast market.’ Patel conveyed appreciation for Meridian Club LLC's trust in DSH Hotel Advisors and congratulated both parties on a smooth ownership transition.
The sale of the Hampton Inn forms part of DSH Hotel Advisors' burgeoning record of successful deals, solidifying its reputation as a dominant force in the midscale hotel market segment. As hotels continue to navigate an evolving market landscape, DSH Hotel Advisors remains dedicated to serving hotel investors and owners, employing strategic advisory services and a far-reaching buyer network.
Based in Tampa, Florida, DSH Hotel Advisors specializes exclusively in brokerage and advisory services within the hotel investment sector. By focusing on acquisitions and dispositions nationwide—especially across the Southeast—the firm showcases its commitment to maximizing value for hotel owners and investors alike. The Hampton Inn St. Augustine sale is not just a testament to the current hospitality market but reflects the firm’s endless pursuit of excellence in real estate transactions.
Overall, the successful closing of this transaction is an encouraging signal for investors and developers alike and paves the way for future growth opportunities in the hotel brokerage and advisory field. As the firm looks ahead, DSH Hotel Advisors aims to continue its trajectory of success by leveraging its extensive experience and profound knowledge of the hospitality market.