Other liabilities (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Other Liabilities Disclosure [Abstract]
Interest rate swaps	$ 1,878	$ 5,021
Long-term accrued interest on subordinated debt at Charleston Place	15,340	14,740
Cash-settled stock appreciation rights plan	0	96
Deferred lease incentive	393	468
Contingent consideration on acquisition of Grand Hotel Timeo and Villa Sant’Andrea	1,240	1,186
Total other liabilities	$ 18,851	$ 21,511