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DiamondRock Hospitality Company Reports Impressive Second Quarter 2026 Results

Bethesda, MD — On July 30, 2026, DiamondRock Hospitality Company (Nasdaq: DRH), a real estate investment trust specializing in premium hotels, reported strong financial performance for the second quarter of 2026, showcasing remarkable growth across various metrics.

Second Quarter Highlights

The company achieved a net income attributable to common stockholders amounting to $90.5 million, translating to $0.44 per diluted share. This represents a staggering increase of 135.7% in net income and 144.4% in earnings per share compared to the same period in the prior year.

Additionally, DiamondRock reported an Adjusted EBITDA of $107.9 million, which is a 19.2% increase from Q2 2025. The Adjusted FFO per diluted share also rose to $0.44, marking a 25.7% increase when juxtaposed with the second quarter of 2025.

The company recorded a Comparable RevPAR (Revenue per Available Room) of $240.79, up 7.0% from last year, while Comparable Total RevPAR climbed to $370.06, a 5.6% increase.

The figure for Comparable Hotel Adjusted EBITDA stood at $113.2 million, representing an increase of 20.9% from the previous year.

Tax Settlement Contribution

A notable contributor to the robust financial performance was the favorable resolution of multi-year property tax appeals for its Chicago hotels, resulting in an approximately $6.9 million boost to the Comparable Hotel Adjusted EBITDA. The company recorded a Comparable Hotel Adjusted EBITDA Margin of 35.76%, which signifies a 457 basis point improvement from the second quarter of 2025.

Strategic Transactions

In a significant operational move, DiamondRock successfully completed the sale of its Courtyard New York Manhattan/Fifth Avenue property for $33.0 million on May 1, 2026. This sale exemplifies the company’s strategic approach in optimizing its portfolio.

Increased Dividends

In light of the exceptional results, the Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.11 per share, reflecting a 22% hike over the previous quarter's dividend.

Jeffrey J. Donnelly, the CEO, reflected on the quarter, stating, “Our second quarter demonstrated the earnings power of the DiamondRock portfolio. We delivered 7% RevPAR growth while keeping overall hotel expense growth to just 1.8%, leading to impressive margin expansion. Our diversified portfolio and effective operating strategy showcased a broader strength, surpassing expectations even in the wake of the World Cup.”

Donnelly further remarked on the company’s ambitions for sustained growth, expressing confidence in achieving increased free cash flow while enhancing shareholder value.

Financial Overview

As of June 30, 2026, the company’s total debt stands at $1.1 billion, supported by a solid balance sheet, including about $106 million in unrestricted cash and over $400 million in available credit from its revolving credit facility.

With the strong momentum of Q2, DiamondRock has adjusted its full-year guidance, buoyed by the improved booking pace and the benefits from recent tax settlements. Expectations for Comparable RevPAR Growth have been raised to a range of 2.5% to 4.0% from the previous forecast of 1.5% to 3.5%.

As the company prepares for the upcoming earnings call scheduled for July 31, 2026, stakeholders are optimistic about continuing this positive trajectory in the hospitality sector. DiamondRock's commitment to operational excellence and disciplined investment is poised to steer the company towards long-term success and value creation for its shareholders.

For more information about DiamondRock Hospitality Company, please visit the official website at www.drhc.com.