Washington D.C.-based Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (HST) announced yesterday that it is currently the largest lodging real estate investment trust and one of the largest owners of luxury and upper-upscale hotels in the world. As an S&P 500 company, HST owns 73 properties throughout the United States and an additional five in international locations, with a total of roughly 42,200 rooms. Additionally, the company holds non-controlling interests in seven domestic and one international joint ventures. HST prides itself on its disciplined approach to capital allocation and aggressive asset management while partnering with premium brands such as Marriott, Ritz-Carlton, Hyatt, Hilton, and Four Seasons, as well as independent brands like Swissôtel, ibis, and Novotel.