Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Statement Of Income And Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
NET INCOME (LOSS)	$ 26,712	$ (333,407)	$ 2,521
Cash flow hedge adjustment, net of tax	(4,309)	(3,127)
COMPREHENSIVE NET INCOME (LOSS)	22,403	(336,534)	2,521
Comprehensive net (income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interests	(347)	(3,890)	1,455
Comprehensive net income (loss) attributable to La Quinta Holdings’ Stockholders	$ 22,056	$ (340,424)	$ 3,976