Industry Vertical
Hospitality & Tourism Real Estate — Orlando
Orlando's tourism economy is one of the most resilient in the world. 75 million annual visitors, $70B+ in spending, and structural demand across hotels, vacation rentals, and tourism-serving retail creates a hospitality investment market with multiple entry points — from $250K STR portfolios to $200M resort acquisitions. MaxLife Commercial sources and underwrites hospitality opportunities across every segment of the Orlando market.
Florida Market Snapshot
75M+
Annual Visitors
World-class demand floor
120K+
Hotel Keys
Largest US hotel market
78%
Avg Occupancy
Above national average
$70B+
Tourism Spend
Annual economic impact
4.5–10%+
Cap Rate Range
Multiple entry points
40–50%
Int'l Visitors
Premium nightly rates
Industry estimates — directional, not audited.
For Operators & Tenants
Looking for Space?
Prime Tourist Corridor Locations
I-Drive, Kirkman Road, Sand Lake, and US-192 corridors. High foot traffic, national credit tenants, and proven occupancy.
NNN Lease Structures
National casual dining and retail tenants sign NNN leases — landlord collects base rent, tenant covers taxes, insurance, and CAM.
STR Zoning Guidance
We verify short-term rental licensing availability before purchase so you know exactly what you're buying.
Franchise Agreement Review
Brand hotel acquisitions require franchise agreement review. We coordinate with hotel attorneys to protect your investment.
Looking for Hospitality Space?
Tell us your size, market, and timeline. We'll send curated on- and off-market options that match — no obligation.
For Investors
Building a Sector Portfolio?
Value-Add Motel Conversions
Older motels in secondary markets repriced for conversion. $12K/room renovation, lift occupancy and rates, exit at compressed cap rate. 15–25% IRR target.
Stabilized Brand Hotel Acquisitions
Marriott, IHG, and Hilton flags near theme parks. 4.5–6% cap rates, professional management, institutional-grade cash flows.
STR Portfolio Building
Single-family homes near Disney and Universal. $180–280 nightly rates, 75–85% occupancy. 12–18% returns for cash buyers.
Theme Park Corridor NNN Retail
Casual dining and retail leased to national credit tenants. 5.5–7.5% cap rates, 15–20 year NNN leases, recession-resistant traffic.
Get Sector-Specific Deal Flow
Join the investor list for off-market and on-market opportunities in this sector — underwritten before they're shared.
How We Engage
Define Strategy & Budget
Clarify asset type (hotel, STR, retail), investment size, hold period, and target returns. Value-add vs. stabilized path has very different requirements.
Source & Underwrite
We source on-market and off-market hospitality opportunities, run full underwriting (cap rate, DSCR at conservative occupancy, renovation budget), and present matching deals.
Due Diligence
Physical inspection (HVAC, roof, plumbing), franchise agreement review, STR license verification, historical P&L analysis, and environmental review.
Finance & Close
We connect you with DSCR lenders, portfolio lenders, and SBA specialists depending on property type. Close and take ownership.
Why Choose MaxLife
Meet Your Broker
Ryan Solberg
Florida Real Estate Broker & Mortgage Loan Officer specializing in industrial and logistics real estate across Central Florida and the Space Coast.
Direct
(321) 586-2121Licensed Florida Broker (BK3354351) | NMLS Mortgage Loan Officer (1784218)
If you're a 3PL, last-mile operator, or logistics company looking for space — or an investor sourcing industrial deals — let's talk about what you need.
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Whether you need space or you're building a sector portfolio, we can help you move faster with better information.