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Non-management Trustee [Member] Stock awards made to members of the Non-employees. Non-employees [Member] Stock awards made to members of the Board of Trustees. Multi-year LTIP Trustee Plan [Member] Multi-year LTIP Trustee [Member] Awards made under the multi-year long-term incentive program. Multi-Year LTIP [Member] Multi-Year LTIP [Member] Awards made under the long-term equity incentive plan. Long-term Equity Incentive 2010 [Member] 2010 Annual LTIP [Member] Represents awards made under the 2011 Long Term Incentive Plan. Long-term Equity Incentive 2011 [Member] 2011 Annual LTIP [Member] Represents awards made under the 2012 Long Term Incentive Plan. Long Term Incentive Plan 2012 [Member] 2012 Annual LTIP [Member] Total costs of sales and operating expenses for the period that is attributable to the disposal group. Disposal Group Including Discontinued Operation Total Expenses Total Expenses Amount represents the difference between the fair value of the payments made and the carrying amount of the debt at the time of its extinguishment that is attributable to the disposal group. Disposal Group Including Discontinued Operation Gain Losses on Extinguishment of Debt Loss on Debt Extinguishment Amount of other expenses attributable to the disposal group, including a component of the entity (discontinued operation), during the reporting period. Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operations, Other Expense Other Expense The current period expense charged against earnings for the disposal group on long-lived, physical assets not used in production , and which are not intended for resale, to allocate or recognize the cost of such assets over their useful lives; or to record the reduction in book value of an intangible asset over the benefit period of such asset; or to reflect consumption during the period of an asset that is not used in production. Disposal Group Including Discontinued Operation Depreciation And Amortization Depreciation and Amortization The aggregate total of expenses that are attributable to the disposal group for managing and administering the affairs of an entity, including affiliates of the reporting entity, which are not directly or indirectly associated with the manufacture, sale or creation of a product or product line. Disposal Group Including Discontinued Operation General And Administrative Expense General and Administrative The aggregate total of real estate taxes and personal property taxes and property insurance expense that is attributable to the disposal group. Disposal Group Including Discontinued Operation Real Estate and Personal Property Taxes and Property Insurance Real Estate and Personal Property Taxes and Property Insurance The aggregate total of hotel ground rent expense that is attributable to the disposal group. Disposal Group Including Discontinued Operation Hotel Ground Rent Hotel Ground Rent Disposal Group Including Discontinued Operation Expenses [Abstract] Expenses [Abstract] The total amount of other revenue for the disposal group, the components of which are not separately disclosed on the income statement, from items that are associated with the entity's normal revenue producing operation. Disposal Group Including Discontinued Operation Other Revenue Other Revenues Aggregate revenue generated from managing and operating hotels that is attributable to the disposal group. Disposal Group Revenue from Hotels Hotel Operating Revenues Disposal Group Including Discontinued Operation Revenue [Abstract] Revenue [Abstract] The assets of a disposal group held for sale, net of depreciation. Disposal Group Assets Held for Sale, Net Assets Held for Sale, Net Disposal group, real estates held for sale, accumulated depreciation. Disposal Group Real Estate Assets held for sale Accumulated Depreciation & Amortization Less Accumulated Depreciation & Amortization The assets of a disposal group held for sale, gross. Disposal Group, Assets Held for Sale, Gross Assets Held for Sale, Gross The net gain (loss) resulting from the transfer of title to a property during the period since the outstanding mortgage loan payable exceeds the net book value of the property. Gain from transfer of title Amount of decrease in mortgage debt resulting from the sale of real estate properties during the period. Reduction in mortgage debt resulting from sale of hotel properties sold Net proceeds from sale of real estate that is held for investment, that is, it is part of an investing activity during the period. Net proceeds from sale of non-core hotel properties The number of real estate properties classified as held for sale as of the balance sheet date. Number of hotel properties held for sale The number of real estate properties sold by the Company. Number of hotel properties sold The aggregate sale price of the disposal group. Disposal Group, aggregate purchase price Disposal of portfolio, aggregate purchase price Information about properties located at 585 Eighth avenue, New York. Eighth avenue properties [Member] Eighth Avenue Properties [Member] Information about Comfort Inn located in North Dartmouth. Comfort Inn, North Dartmouth [Member] Information about Comfort Inn, West Hanover, MD. Comfort Inn, West Hanover, MD [Member] Information about Holiday Inn Express, New Columbia, PA. Holiday Inn Express, New Columbia, PA [Member] The amount of debt that was conveyed to mortgage lender as a result of transferring the title of the underlying asset. Noncash is defined as transactions during a period that affect recognized assets or liabilities but that do not result in cash receipts or cash payments in the period. "Part noncash" refers to that portion of the transaction not resulting in cash receipts or cash payments in the period. Noncash or Part Noncash Sale, Debt Conveyed Debt conveyed to mortgage lender Subordinated Notes Payable Subordinated Notes Payable [Member] Interest Rate Swap CY Westside, Culver City, LA Interest Rate Swap CY Westside, Culver City, LA [Member] The net amount of investment of hotel properties that was conveyed to mortgage lender as a result of transferring the title of the underlying asset. Noncash is defined as transactions during a period that affect recognized assets or liabilities but that do not result in cash receipts or cash payments in the period. "Part noncash" refers to that portion of the transaction not resulting in cash receipts or cash payments in the period. Noncash or Part Noncash Sale, Net Investment in Hotel Properties Conveyed Investment in hotel properties, net conveyed to mortgage lender Disposition of hotel properties [Abstract] Hilton Garden Inn - 52nd St, New York, NY. Hilton Garden Inn - 52nd St NY [Member] Acquisitions of Hotel Properties [Abstract] Acquisition of hotel properties [Abstract] Denominator [Abstract] Denominator [Abstract] Numerator [Abstract] Numerator [Abstract] Fair value of debt [Abstract] Under the terms of the interest rate swap, we pay fixed rate interest on the notional amount and we receive floating rate interest equal to the one month U.S. dollar LIBOR, effectively fixing our interest on the mortgage debt. The effective rate is equal to the variable rate basis spread plus the fixed interest rate under the swap. Effective fixed rate (in hundredths) Forward based contracts in which two parties agree to swap periodic payments that are fixed at the outset of the swap contract with variable payments based on a market interest rate (index rate) over a specified period Interest Rate Swap4 [Member] Interest Rate Courtyard by Marriott, Miami, FL [Member] Forward based contracts in which two parties agree to swap periodic payments that are fixed at the outset of the swap contract with variable payments based on a market interest rate (index rate) over a specified period. Interest Rate Swap Capitol Hill Suites, Washington, DC [Member] Forward based contracts in which two parties agree to swap periodic payments that are fixed at the outset of the swap contract with variable payments based on a market interest rate (index rate) over a specified period. Interest Rate Swap 3 [Member] Interest Rate Swap for Courtyard by Marriott, Westside, Los Angeles, CA [Member] Forward based contracts in which two parties agree to swap periodic payments that are fixed at the outset of the swap contract with variable payments based on a market interest rate (index rate) over a specified period. Interest Rate Swap 2 [Member] Interest Rate Swap for Holiday Inn Express Times Square, New York, NY [Member] Contract in which the cap writer, in return for a premium, agrees to limit, or cap, the cap holder's risk associated with an increase in interest rates. If rates go above a specified interest-rate-level (the strike price or the cap rate), the cap holder is entitled to receive cash payments equal to the excess of the market rate over the strike price multiplied by the notional principal amount. Interest Rate Cap 2 [Member] Interest Rate Cap for Subordinated Notes Payable to Hersha Trust I and II [Member] Contract in which the cap writer, in return for a premium, agrees to limit, or cap, the cap holder's risk associated with an increase in interest rates. If rates go above a specified interest-rate-level (the strike price or the cap rate), the cap holder is entitled to receive cash payments equal to the excess of the market rate over the strike price multiplied by the notional principal amount. Interest Rate Cap 1 [Member] Interest Rate Cap for Hotel 373, New York, NY [Member] Hotel ground rent [Abstract] Hotel Ground Rent [Abstract] Capital expenditures included in accounts payable Capital expenditures included in accounts payable Hotel supplies [Abstract] Hotel Supplies [Abstract] Period of right of first refusal to purchase any hotel owned or developed in the future by officers and affiliated trustees per option agreement with each of them after termination. Period of right of first refusal per option agreement with officers and affiliated trustees after termination Period of right of first refusal per option agreement with officers and affiliated trustees after termination Acquisitions from affiliates [Abstract] Acquisitions From Affiliates [Abstract] Fees incurred on capital expenditures and pending renovation projects at the properties as compensation for procurement services related to capital expenditures and for project management of renovation projects, which were capitalized with the cost of fixed asset additions during the period. Fees incurred on capital expenditures Fee charged on all capital expenditures and pending renovation projects at the properties as compensation for procurement services related to capital expenditures and for project management of renovation projects. Fee on all capital expenditures and pending renovation projects at the properties Fee on all capital expenditures and pending renovation projects at the properties (in hundredths) Capital expenditure fees [Abstract] Capital Expenditure Fees [Abstract] The maximum amount of monthly fees per property charged for information and technology for hotels managed by HHMLP during the period. Monthly information technology fees per property for hotels managed by HHMLP, maximum The minimum amount of monthly fees per property charged for information and technology for hotels managed by HHMLP during the period. Monthly information technology fees per property for hotels managed by HHMLP, minimum Represents the common units issued by the limited partnership. Limited Partnership Common Units [Member] Common Units of Limited Partnership [Member] The maximum amount of monthly fees per property charged for accounting services for hotels managed by HHMLP during the period. Monthly fees for accounting services per property for hotels managed by HHMLP, maximum The minimum amount of monthly fees per property charged for accounting services for hotels managed by HHMLP during the period. Monthly fees for accounting services per property for hotels managed by HHMLP, minimum Accounting and information technology fees [Abstract] Accounting and Information Technology Fees [Abstract] Maximum terms of franchise agreements. Terms of franchise agreements, maximum Terms of franchise agreements, maximum Minimum terms of franchise agreements. Terms of franchise agreements, minimum Terms of franchise agreements, minimum Franchise agreements [Abstract] Franchise Agreements [Abstract] Base management fee, as contractually stipulated, for operating and managing hotels during the reporting period. Base management fees incurred Term of management agreements with HHMLP. Term of management agreements with HHMLP Term of management agreements with HHMLP Management agreements [Abstract] Management Agreements [Abstract] Amount of accrued interest receivable to former joint venture partner that was settled as consideration in the business acquisition. Business acquisition, consideration, settlement of accrued interest receivable Business acquisition, cancellation of accrued interest receivable The cumulative balance of the amount of interest due on mortgage loans which has been added to the outstanding principal of the loan as of the balance sheet date. Cumulative Interest Income Paid In Kind The amount of interest due on mortgage loans which has been added to the outstanding principal of the loan income during the reporting period. Mortgage Loans On Real Estate Interest Added To Principal Interest Income from Development Loans Term of extension to agreements for development loans receivable allowed, which can be exercised by the borrower if the loan is not in default. Term of extension to agreements for development loans receivable Term of extension to agreements for development loans receivable The tabular disclosure of the various investment in development loans that have been issued to businesses to develop land for sale or construction thereon, and for each the carrying value as of the balance sheet date. Schedule Of Development Loans Receivable [Text Block] Development Loans Receivable Mortgage loan secured by Courtyard by Marriot, Ewing, NJ. Courtyard by Marriot, Ewing, NJ [Member] The aggregate costs related to construction services during the reporting period. Construction costs Decrease for amounts of accrued interest forgiven by the holder of the debt instrument. Accrued Interest, Decrease, Forgiveness Accrued interest receivable cancelled Asset Development [Abstract] Pro Forma Income (Loss) Applicable To Common Shareholders Per Common Share [Abstract] Pro Forma Loss applicable to Common Shareholders per Common Share The pro forma net income (loss) applicable to common shareholders, net of tax effect, for the period as if the business combination or combinations had been completed at the beginning of a period. Business Acquisitions Pro Forma Net Income (Loss) Applicable To Common Shareholders, Net Of Tax Pro Forma Net Income (Loss) applicable to Common Shareholders The pro forma loss (income) allocated to noncontrolling interest, net of tax effect, for the period as if the business combination or combinations had been completed at the beginning of a period. Business Acquisitions Pro Forma Loss (Income) allocated to Noncontrolling Interest, Net Of Tax Loss allocated to Noncontrolling Interest The pro forma income from discontinued operations, net of tax effect, for the period as if the business combination or combinations had been completed at the beginning of a period. Business Acquisitions Pro Forma Income Loss From Discontinued Operations, Net Of Tax Income (Loss) from Discontinued Operations Results of operations for hotels acquired with 100% interest [Abstract] Acquisitions - Results of operations [Abstract] The carrying amount of accrued interest payable forgiven related to the acquisition of an entity. Accrued interest payable forgiven Accrued interest payable forgiven The amount of acquisition cost of a business combination allocated to leasehold liability of the acquired entity Purchase price allocation, leasehold liability Purchase price allocation, leasehold liability Franchise Fees include the rights, generally of limited duration, that the entity has obtained through a franchise arrangement to operate a business using another company's name, merchandise, services, methodologies, promotional support, marketing, and supplies. Also includes loan costs associated with the transaction, and other leasehold intangibles. Franchise Fees, Loan Costs, and Leasehold Intangibles [Member] Long lived, depreciable assets, commonly used in offices and stores and tangible personal property, nonconsumable in nature, with finite lives used to produce goods and services. Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment [Member] Bulfinch Hotel, Boston, MA Bulfinch Hotel, Boston, MA [Member] The Rittenhouse Hotel, Philadelpha, PA The Rittenhouse Hotel, Philadelpha, PA [Member] Real property and improvements located at 32 Pearl Street, New York, NY. Pearl Street, New York, NY [Member] 32 Pearl Street, New York, NY [Member] Tabular disclosure of results of operations for subsidiaries acquired. Results Of Operations For Subsidiaries Acquired [Table Text Block] Results of Operations for Hotels Acquired With 100% Interest Out of Period Adjustment [Abstract] Out of Period Adjustment [Abstract] The aggregate value assigned to the cancellation of an option in exchange for the issuance of shares. Aggregate Value of Common Shares Issued Upon Cancellation of Option Number of shares issued to option holder upon cancelation of option to purchase additional common shares in accordance with the terms of the option. Common shares issued Upon Cancellation of Option Common shares issued Upon Cancellation of Option (in shares) Price per share for an option to purchase common shares. Option to Purchase Additional Common Shares, Price Option to Purchase Additional Common Shares, Price (in dollars per share) The maximum number of additional shares available for purchase under the terms of the option. Option granted to buy additional shares Option granted to buy additional shares (in shares) Cash received on stock transaction. Sale of Stock, Consideration Received on Transaction, Gross Offering price per share at which common shares were issued in the transaction. Stock issued, Offering price per share Stock issued, Offering price per share (in dollars per share) Historical cost of temporary equity outstanding as of the balance sheet date. Temporary Equity, Historical Cost Historical cost of Redeemable Common Units outstanding Fair market value of redeemable common units as of the balance sheet date. Fair market value of redeemable common units Redeemable Common Units outstanding as of the balance sheet date. Redeemable Common Units outstanding Redeemable Common Units outstanding (in shares) Fair market value of nonredeemable common units as of the balance sheet date. Fair market value of nonredeemable common units Nonredeemable Common Units outstanding as of the balance sheet date. Nonredeemable Common Units Nonredeemable common units outstanding (in shares) Represents the weighted average ownership interest held by the Company in Hersha Hospitality Limited Partnership. Weighted Average Ownership Interest Approximate ownership percentage in the Partnership (in hundredths) The portion of net Income or Loss attributable to the noncontrolling interest (if any) deducted in order to derive the portion attributable to the parent reported by an equity method investment of the entity. Equity Method Investment Summarized Financial Information Net Income Loss Attributable To Noncontrolling Interest Loss Allocated to Noncontrolling Interests The amount of net income (loss) form the discontinued operation reported by equity method investment of the entity. Net Income from Discontinued Operations, equity method investment Net Income from Discontinued Operations This item represents the amount of gain (loss) arising from the disposal of an equity method investment in hotel properties. Gain (Loss) on Disposition of Hotel Property Gain on Disposition of Hotel Properties The amount of income (loss) from discontinued operations reported by an equity method investment of the entity during the reporting period. Income (Loss) From Discontinued Operations, Equity method investment Income from Discontinued Operations The current period expense reported by an equity method investment of the entity, charged against earnings on long-lived, physical assets not used in production, and which are not intended for resale, to allocate or recognize the cost of such assets over their useful lives; or to record the reduction in book value of an intangible asset over the benefit period of such asset; or to reflect consumption during the period of an asset that is not used in production. Equity Method Investment Summarized Financial Information Depreciation and Amortization Depreciation and Amortization The aggregate total of expenses of managing and administering the affairs of an entity, reported by an equity method investment of the entity, which are not directly or indirectly associated with the manufacture, sale or creation of a product or product line. Equity Method Investment Summarized Financial Information General and Administrative General and Administrative The aggregate total of real estate taxes and insurance expense reported by an equity method investment of the entity. Equity Method Investment Summarized Financial Information Real Estate Taxes and Insurance Property Taxes and Insurance Lease expense incurred for leased assets including furniture and equipment which has not been recognized in costs and expenses applicable to sales and revenues reported by an equity method investment of the entity; for example, cost of goods sold or other operating costs and expenses. Equity Method Investment Summarized Financial Information Lease Expense Lease Expense The cost of borrowed funds accounted for as interest that was charged against earnings during the period reported by an equity method investment of the entity.. Equity Method Investment Summarized Financial Information Interest Expense Interest Expense The total amount of other operating revenue, the components of which are not separately disclosed on the income statement, from items that are associated with the entity's normal revenue producing operation, reported by an equity method investment of the entity. Equity Method Investment Summarized Financial Information Other Operating Revenue Other Revenue The aggregate carrying amount, as of the balance sheet date, of liabilities related to assets held for sale not separately disclosed in the balance sheet reported by an equity method investment of the entity. Equity Method Investment Summarized Financial Information Liabilities Related to Assets Held For Sale Liabilities Related to Assets Held For Sale The aggregate carrying amount, as of the balance sheet date, of liabilities not separately disclosed in the balance sheet reported by an equity method investment of the entity. Equity Method Investment Summarized Financial Information Other Liabilities Other liabilities The aggregate carrying amounts, as of the balance sheet date, of assets which are held for sale in the balance sheet reported by an equity method investment of the entity. Equity Method Investment Summarized Financial Information Assets Held For Sale Assets Held For Sale The aggregate carrying amounts, as of the balance sheet date, of assets not separately disclosed in the balance sheet reported by an equity method investment of the entity. Equity Method Investment Summarized Financial Information Other Assets Other Assets This element represent the number of properties with closed sales. Sales closed on hotel properties The number of purchase and sale agreements entered into by the company. Number of purchase and sale agreements Hotel properties owned in part by the company through an unconsolidated joint venture. Non-core Hotel Properties of Unconsolidated Joint Venture [Member] Hotel properties considered as non-core to the company's real estate portfolio. Non-core Hotel Properties [Member] This element represent percentage of interest acquired. Percentage of interest acquired Percentage of interest acquired (in hundredths) Represent's the Company's preferred return based on the joint venture agreement. Preferred Return Equity Method Investment Preferred units, dividend rate, percentage (in hundredths) The upper range limit percentage of ownership of common stock or equity participation in the investee accounted for under the equity method of accounting. Equity Method Investment Ownership Percentage, Upper Range Limit Percent owned, upper range limit (in hundredths) The lower range limit percentage of ownership of common stock or equity participation in the investee accounted for under the equity method of accounting. Equity Method Investment Ownership Percentage, Lower Range Limit Percent owned, lower range limit (in hundredths) Preferred units with a rate of return upon which unpaid distributions do not accrue. Noncumulative Preferred Units [Member] Preferred units with a guaranteed rate of return upon which unpaid distributions accumulate until paid to members. Cumulative Preferred Units [Member] Hilton Garden Inn, Glastonbury, CT Hilton Garden Inn, Glastonbury, CT [Member] Hilton and Marriott branded hotels in CT and RI. Hilton and Marriott branded hotels in CT and RI [Member] Courtyard by Marriott, Boston, MA. Courtyard by Marriott, Boston, MA [Member] Holiday Inn Express, Boston, MA. Holiday Inn Express, Boston, MA [Member] Courtyard by Marriott, Ewing, NJ. Courtyard by Marriott, Ewing, NJ [Member] PRA Glastonbury, LLC. PRA Glastonbury, LLC [Member] Metro 29th Street Associates, LLC. Metro 29th Street Associates, LLC [Member] A limited liability company (denoted by L.L.C. or LLC in the U.S.) is a legal form of business company offering limited liability to its owners. It may qualify for treatment as a partnership for tax purposes. Mystic Partners, LLC [Member] Hiren Boston, LLC Hiren Boston, LLC [Member] SB Partners, LLC SB Partners, LLC [Member] Inn American Hospitality at Ewing, LLC. Inn American Hospitality at Ewing, LLC [Member] Tabular disclosure of the reconciliation of the Company's share in unconsolidated joint ventures' equity to the Company's investment in unconsolidated joint ventures as presented on the Company's balance sheets. Reconciliation of Company's share in unconsolidated joint ventures' equity to Company's investment in unconsolidated joint ventures as presented on Company's balance sheets [Table Text Block] Reconciliation of Share in Unconsolidated Joint Ventures' Equity in Investment in Unconsolidated Joint Ventures Tabular disclosure of summarized financial information including total assets, liabilities, equity and components of net income, including the Company's share, related to unconsolidated joint ventures. Schedule of Summarized Financial Information Related to Unconsolidated Joint Ventures [Table Text Block] Summary Financial Information Related to Unconsolidated Joint Ventures Income Loss Table. Income Loss Table [Table Text Block] Income or Loss from Unconsolidated Joint Ventures The period for which the line of credit may be requested to be renewed, provided no event of default has occurred and remains uncured. Renewal period of line of credit Renewal period of line of credit Refers to debt instrument additional draw period Debt Instrument Additional Draw Period Debt instrument additional draw period Refers to debt instrument additional draw periodic amount Debt Instrument Additional Draw Periodic Amount Debt instrument additional draw periodic amount Number of business days prior to quarterly interest payments, on which the variable interest rates are reset. Number of business days prior to quarterly interest payments for resetting rates Number of business days prior to quarterly interest payments for resetting rates The number of debt instruments, by type, held by the entity. Debt Instruments, Number of Instruments Held Number of debt instruments Obligation related to mezzanine debt. Mezzanine Debt [Member] Holiday Inn Express, New York, NY Holiday Inn Express, New York, NY [Member] Holiday Inn Express, New York, NY [Member] Mortgage loan secured by Hotel 373, Fifth Avenue, NY Hotel 373, Fifth Avenue, NY [Member] Mortgage loan secured by Courtyard by Marriott, Miami FL Courtyard By Marriott Miami, FL [Member] Mortgage loan secured by the Capital Hill Suites, Washington, D.C. Capitol Hil Suites, Washington, DC [Member] A contractual arrangement with a lender under which borrowings can be made up to a specific amount at any point in time, and under which borrowings outstanding may be either short-term or long-term, depending upon the particulars. Line of Credit 2010 [Member] Information on interest-free loan to HHLP. Interest Free Loan to HHLP [Member] Interest Free Loan Due to Lodgeworks, L.P. as a result of the Company's acquisition of the Hyatt Summerfield Suites portfolio. Interest Free Loan Due to Lodgeworks, L.P. [Member] Information on note issued to Hersha Statutory Trust II. Hersha Statutory Trust II [Member] Information on note issued to Hersha Statutory Trust I. Hersha Statutory Trust I [Member] Mortgage note secured by the Comfort Inn, North Dartmouth, MA Comfort Inn, North Dartmouth, MA [Member] Mortgage note related to land parcel, Eighth Avenue, New York, NY Land Parcel, Eighth Avenue, New York, NY [Member] Mortgage loan secured by Courtyard by Marriott, Westside, Los Angeles, CA. Courtyard by Marriott, Westside, Los Angeles, CA [Member] Information on notes issued to Hersha Statutory Trust I and Hersha Statutory Trust II. Hersha Statutory Trust I and Hersha Statutory Trust II [Member] Information about specific debt instruments or borrowings, including draws against credit facilities. Long Term Debt Instrument [Axis] Represents the ownership interest which the company has an option to purchase in the entity that owns the Holiday Inn Express - Manhattan. Purchase option, ownership interest in entity Purchase option, ownership interest in entity that owns Holiday Inn Express - Manhattan (in hundredths) Interest receivable from development loans extended to related parties Interest receivable from development loans extended to related parties Time period, in months, within which prepaid amounts for property tax, insurance and other expenditures will be expensed. Prepaid Expenses, Period of recognition Prepaid expenses, period of expenditures Carrying amount as of the balance sheet date of interest from development loans to non-related parties earned but not received. Interest Receivable from Development Loans to Non-Related Parties The amount of investment in the common stock of Hersha Statutory Trust I and Hersha Statutory Trust II reported by an equity method investment of the entity. Investment in Statutory Trusts Amount of costs including legal fees and other third party transaction costs incurred relative to entering into debt facilities and issuances of equity securities which are recorded in other assets prior to the closing of the respective transactions. Transaction Costs The amount of an asset, typically cash, provided to a counterparty to provide certain assurance of performance by the entity pursuant to the acquisition of properties. Interest bearing deposits related to acquisition of other hotel properties Line items represent financial concepts included in a table. These concepts are used to disclose reportable information associated with domain members defined in one or many axes to the table. Receivables, Loans, Notes Receivable, and Others, Schedule of Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items] Information about SC Waterview, LLC. SC Waterview, LLC [Member] Information about Risingsam Union Square, LLC. Risingsam Union Square, LLC [Member] Information about 44 Lexington Holding, LLC. Lexington 44 Holding, LLC [Member] 44 Lexington Holding, LLC [Member]