Investment in Hotel Properties - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2025	Dec. 31, 2024	Dec. 31, 2023
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Depreciation and amortization expense related to investment in hotel properties	$ 185.8	$ 179.3	$ 179.1

Represents the amount of depreciation expense for the period relating to the entity's investment in hotel properties, excluding discontinued operations

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