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Ryman Hospitality to acquire Grande Lakes Resort

PUBLIC · RHPAug 10, 2026•about 2 hours ago

Acquiring Company

Ryman Hospitality Properties

Acquired Company

Grande Lakes Orlando Resort

Nashville

OrlandoMedia And EntertainmentReal EstateHospitalityLeisureHotelTravelHospitalityLeisureHotel

Description

Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. has announced its agreement to acquire Grande Lakes Orlando Resort for $1.38 billion from Trinity Investments. The acquisition strengthens Ryman's portfolio in the upscale convention market and is expected to be accretive to adjusted funds from operations in 2027. The transaction is set to close in the third quarter of 2026, subject to customary conditions.

Company Information

Company

Ryman Hospitality Properties

Location

Nashville, Arkansas, United States

About

Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. (NYSE: RHP) is a leading lodging and hospitality real estate investment trust that specializes in upscale convention center resorts and country music entertainment experiences. The Company’s core holdings, Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center; Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center; Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center; Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center; and Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center, are five of the top 10 largest non-gaming convention center hotels in the United States based on total indoor meeting space. These convention center resorts operate under the Gaylord Hotels brand and are managed by Marriott International. The Company also owns two adjacent ancillary hotels and a small number of attractions managed by Marriott International for a combined total of 10,412 rooms and more than 2.7 million square feet of total indoor and outdoor meeting space in top convention and leisure destinations across the country. The Company’s Entertainment segment includes a growing collection of iconic and emerging country music brands, including the Grand Ole Opry; Ryman Auditorium, WSM 650 AM; Ole Red and Circle, a country lifestyle media network the Company owns in a joint venture with Gray Television. The Company operates its Entertainment segment as part of a taxable REIT subsidiary. Visit RymanHP.com for more information.

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Frequently asked

Who acquired Grande Lakes Orlando Resort?

Grande Lakes Orlando Resort was acquired by Ryman Hospitality Properties, based in Nashville. The deal was reported on August 10, 2026. Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. (NYSE: RHP) is a leading lodging and hospitality real estate investment trust that specializes in upscale convention center resorts and country music entertainment experiences. Ryman Hospitality Properties is publicly traded (RHP) and operates in Media And Entertainment.

When did Ryman Hospitality Properties acquire Grande Lakes Orlando Resort?

Ryman Hospitality Properties's acquisition of Grande Lakes Orlando Resort was reported on August 10, 2026. Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. has announced its agreement to acquire Grande Lakes Orlando Resort for $1.38 billion from Trinity Investments. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.

What does Grande Lakes Orlando Resort do?

Grande Lakes Orlando Resort is one of the largest resorts in the greater Orlando area, featuring 1,592 guest rooms and extensive meeting and event spaces. It is privately held, operating in Hospitality, and is based in Orlando.