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Hospitality Net · Hospitality

Last Guest of Season 2 - Chip Conley on Disrupting Industries and "that" Marriott & Airbnb meeting

Via Hospitality Net · June 9, 2026
Compiled by Real Estate Trail Editorial · June 9, 2026

Why this matters

The discussion featuring Chip Conley on the Not Done podcast highlights critical dynamics within the hospitality sector, particularly the evolving relationship between traditional hotel operators and disruptive platforms like Airbnb. Conley’s insights into a previously undisclosed partnership attempt between Marriott and Airbnb underscore the ongoing tension and potential collaboration between established hospitality brands and emerging sharing economy players. This dialogue signals a broader trend in commercial real estate where institutional investors must navigate a landscape increasingly influenced by technological disruption and changing consumer preferences. The hospitality sector, in particular, is at a crossroads, as traditional models face pressure from alternative accommodations that appeal to a new generation of travelers. For allocators and capital-markets professionals, understanding these shifts is essential for positioning within the sector. The potential for partnerships, as hinted at in Conley’s narrative, may offer pathways for traditional firms to innovate and adapt, thereby preserving value in their portfolios. As lending conditions evolve and capital flows adjust to these market realities, the ability to anticipate and respond to such disruptions will be crucial for sustained investment performance in hospitality assets.

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Excerpt from Hospitality Net:
Chip Conley joins the Not Done podcast finale to discuss founding Joie de Vivre, his role as Airbnb's Modern Elder, a never-before-told Marriott-Airbnb partnership attempt, and lessons from two near-death experiences.
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