RLJ

RLJ Lodging Trust (NYSE:RLJ) is a publicly traded real estate investment trust (REIT) that was founded and went public in May 2011. The company specializes in owning and operating premium-branded hotels, focusing primarily on urban markets across the United States. RLJ has built a portfolio of approximately 103 hotels with around 22,570 rooms, strategically located in 23 states and the District of Columbia. The trust is self-advised, meaning it manages its own operations rather than relying on external management companies, which provides greater control over strategic decisions and cost management.