The following article is based on our exclusive list of the top US hospitality property developers, specifically focusing on hospitality property developers from California.
The list contains several valuable data points, such as general contact details and the names of the management. We also indicate the real estate development focus of the listed firms (e.g. residential, office, hospitality, retail, etc.). The list is available for immediate download as an Excel file via our online shop. You might also be interested in our list of the most important US hospitality property investors. 
California’s global appeal, diverse landscapes and year-round tourism make it one of the most dynamic hospitality markets in the world. From luxury resorts along the Pacific Coast to boutique hotels in Los Angeles, San Francisco and Palm Springs, the state offers developers a broad canvas to create iconic, experience-driven hospitality destinations. California’s hospitality developers are at the forefront of innovation, incorporating wellness, sustainability and lifestyle programming into hotel and resort environments. These firms are reshaping coastal and urban cores alike, often integrating hospitality into mixed-use and transit-oriented developments.
A leading hospitality and residential developer based in California is JRK Property Holdings. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Los Angeles, JRK is a privately held real estate investment company with a long-standing presence in the US multifamily and hotel sectors. Over the years, the company has built and operated a portfolio valued at more than $15 billion, comprising more than 80,000 units in 30 states. In the hospitality sector, JRK has strategically acquired and repositioned hotel assets, leveraging its vertically integrated platform and operational expertise to enhance value and improve the guest experience. The company’s disciplined investment approach and commitment to asset improvement has consistently delivered annual net returns in excess of 30% since inception, making JRK one of the most agile and results-driven hospitality developers in the market.
List of the 5 largest hospitality property developers from California
In the following, you’ll find an outline of the top hospitality property developers from California:
| Name | City | Investment Focus | Assets under Management |
|---|---|---|---|
| JRK Property Holdings | Los Angeles | Residential, Hotels / Hospitality | > $10bn |
| Geolo Capital | San Francisco | Residential, Office, Retail, Hotels / Hospitality | > $1bn |
| Pacific Hospitality Group | Irvine | Hotels / Hospitality | n.a. |
| Ensemble Investments, LLC | Long Beach | Residential, Office, Hotels / Hospitality | > $1bn |
| Ohana Real Estate Investors | Redwood City | Hotels / Hospitality | n.a. |
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