DSH Hotel Advisors Successfully Sells Prestigious Comfort Inn & Suites in Crestview, Florida
DSH Hotel Advisors Completes Sale of Comfort Inn & Suites
TAMPA, Florida — DSH Hotel Advisors, a national brokerage firm with headquarters in Tampa, has successfully facilitated the sale of the acclaimed Comfort Inn & Suites Crestview South. The transaction, which took place on May 21, 2026, involved the 75-room hotel located in Crestview, Florida, and was managed by Dennis S. Hopper, CCIM, the firm’s Managing Principal, alongside Investment Associate Alexis Hajjar.
The sale was executed in a notably brief time frame of 86 days from the listing date. Hopper highlighted the effective marketing strategy employed, which attracted significant interest from potential buyers across the country. He stated, “Our team secured a qualified buyer within two weeks following the exclusive listing engagement. The strong market response demonstrates our capability to deliver outstanding results for our clients.”
Alexis Hajjar reflected on the successful closing by noting, “This transaction illustrates the ongoing demand for well-positioned hospitality assets throughout the Gulf South and Florida Panhandle regions. We were excited to assist both parties throughout the entire process.”
The Comfort Inn & Suites Crestview South is strategically located near Interstate 10 and Florida State Road 85, benefiting from year-round demand driven by nearby military facilities such as Eglin Air Force Base and Hurlburt Field, as well as nearby healthcare centers and commercial businesses. This well-situated property occupies approximately 2.34 acres and features 75 guest rooms.
Acknowledged for its operational excellence, the hotel has earned various industry accolades, including the Choice Hotels Gold Award for the years 2023-2026, and previous distinctions such as the AAA 3 Diamond Inspected Clean designation, the TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Award, and the Booking.com Travelers Review Award.
The successful sale contributes to RIDHAAN Realty Group's growing portfolio, marking a notable milestone for DSH Hotel Advisors. With the firm's exclusive representation, the seller, Crestview Hospitality, LLC, transitioned smoothly, affirming the brokerage's expertise in navigating similar transactions across the region.
DSH Hotel Advisors focuses exclusively on hotel investment sales and is well-connected within the industry, fostering robust relationships with key stakeholders ranging from independent and institutional investors to management companies and lenders. This network allows them to offer comprehensive services to clients seeking to buy or sell hotel properties.
In conclusion, the sale of the Comfort Inn & Suites Crestview South encapsulates the dynamic real estate market in hospitality, showcasing the increasing trends and investor interest in this sector. With ongoing demand evident, DSH Hotel Advisors remains poised for future opportunities, continuing its mission of delivering exceptional brokerage services within the hotel investment landscape.