5 resort stocks to watch

Considering investing in resort stocks? While the best resort stocks depend on your portfolio and investment goals, we've identified some resort stocks that are worth keeping an eye on in the vacation sector. Keep reading to learn more about resort stocks and how to start investing.

5 popular resort stocks to watch

We round up a selection of stocks in or related to the vacation industry, weighting the list more heavily towards popular mid- and large-cap stocks.

Best stock	1-year return	Market cap	Exchange	Volume	Buy now on CIBC Investor's Edge
Hilton Worldwide (HLT.US)	10.77% Hilton Worldwide's 1-year return based on the closing price as of December 16, 2024.	$65.9 billion (USD)	NYSE	1,235,334	Buy now
Marriott International (MAR.US)	2.87% Marriott International's 1-year return based on the closing price as of December 16, 2024.	$79.4 billion (USD)	NASDAQ	1,788,688	Buy now
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (H.US)	-3.31% Hyatt Hotels Corporation's 1-year return based on the closing price as of December 16, 2024.	$15.4 billion (USD)	NYSE	689,941	Buy now
Wyndham Hotels-and-Resorts (WH.US)	(data unavailable)	$5.5 billion (USD)	NYSE	(data unavailable)	Buy now
MGM Resorts International (MGM.US)	6.01% MGM Resorts International's 1-year return based on the closing price as of December 16, 2024.	$9.9 billion (USD)	NYSE	3,297,662	Buy now

The values in this table are accurate as of the market close on December 15, 2025, or the most recent data available. Volume refers to the number of shares traded during the day.

What to look for when investing in resort stock

The vacation industry is affected by a range of complex factors such as trade policies, regulations, and fluctuating supply and demand. So when considering resort stocks to buy, it's important that you have access to vital information about a company's financial health, leadership team, and market positioning.

Also keep in mind that, while volatility can be ideal for day traders, long-term investors will want to look for stocks to offer steadier gains over time.

How to invest in resort stock

1. Research the vacation industry. Before investing, learn about the resort stock sector, its trends and the companies within it. Look at each company's financial health, potential for growth and past performance to identify stocks that fit your investment goals.
2. Choose a stock trading platform. Compare trading fees, access to trading tools and user interface options. We've identified reliable trading platforms to help narrow down your options below or check out the best stock trading apps in Canada to find one that suits your needs.
3. Open and fund your account. Sign up with your personal details and link a bank account or funding method to deposit money before you start trading.
4. Select the resort stock(s) to buy. Search by company name or ticker symbol, like HLT or MAR. Compare key metrics such as market cap, price history and earnings per share to pick the best stock for your strategy.
5. Buy the stock and monitor performance. Place your order to buy the stock and track its performance over time. Consider setting alerts, signing up for industry newsletters or using platform research tools to stay up to date on market changes.

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Are resort stocks a good investment?

While it's possible to turn a profit investing in resort stocks, keep in mind that—like any investment—resort stocks are not immune to risk. These stocks are subject to fluctuating conditions both in the market and in the vacation industry, so carefully vet your picks before you invest.

What are the best resort stocks?

A lot of factors go into picking the best resort stocks. Stock performance can be impacted by factors like market conditions, company decisions and global events. Plus, what may be a strong resort stock investment for one person might not be suitable for another.

That said, we rounded up this list of popular resort stocks in or related to the vacation industry to help narrow down your options:

• Hilton Worldwide (HLT)
• Marriott International (MAR)
• Hyatt Hotels Corporation (H)
• Wyndham Hotels-and-Resorts (WH)
• MGM Resorts International (MGM)

Keep in mind that this is not a "best" list or a recommendation. It highlights some resort stocks for informational purposes only and does not indicate past or future performance or investment advice. We do not guarantee any investment performance.

We've outlined detailed company and stock performance details for each resort stock below. Keep reading to decide if any of these companies are the right investment for you.

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Hilton Worldwide (HLT)

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. , a hospitality company, engages in managing, franchising, owning, and leasing hotels and resorts. It operates in two segments, Management and Franchise, and Ownership.

Closing stock price	$280.24
Market Capitalization The total market value of Hilton Worldwide's outstanding shares	$65.9 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$3.8 billion
Profit margin	34.19%
Revenue (TTM)	$4.9 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	$6.89
52-week stock price range	$195.70 – $287.40

All dollar amounts in this table are in USD. TTM refers to the "trailing 12 months." All values are accurate as of the market close on December 11, 2025.

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Marriott International (MAR)

Marriott International, Inc. engages in operation, franchising, and licensing of hotel, residential, timeshare, and other lodging properties worldwide. It operates its properties under the JW Marriott, The Ritz-Carlton, The Luxury Collection, W Hotels, St.

Closing stock price	$298.72
Market Capitalization The total market value of Marriott International's outstanding shares	$79.4 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$5.6 billion
Profit margin	37.98%
Revenue (TTM)	$6.9 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	$9.48
52-week stock price range	$203.87 – $309.43

All dollar amounts in this table are in USD. TTM refers to the "trailing 12 months." All values are accurate as of the market close on December 11, 2025.

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Hyatt Hotels Corporation (H)

Hyatt Hotels Corporation operates as a hospitality company in the United States and internationally. It operates through Owned and Leased Hotels, Americas Management and Franchising, ASPAC Management and Franchising, EAME Management and Franchising, and Apple Leisure Group segments. The company manages, franchises, licenses, owns, and leases portfolio of properties, consisting of full-service hotels and resorts, select service hotels, and other properties, including timeshare, fractional, residential, vacation, and condominium units.

Closing stock price	$154.74
Market Capitalization The total market value of Hyatt Hotels Corporation's outstanding shares	$15.4 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$1.4 billion
Profit margin	-2.64%
Revenue (TTM)	$3.3 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	-$0.73
52-week stock price range	$102.11 – $167.52

All dollar amounts in this table are in USD. TTM refers to the "trailing 12 months." All values are accurate as of the market close on December 9, 2025.

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Wyndham Hotels-and-Resorts (WH)

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. operates as a hotel franchisor in the United States and internationally. The company licenses its lodging brands; and provides related services to third-party hotel owners and others, as well as full-service international managed business services.

Market Capitalization The total market value of Wyndham Hotels-and-Resorts's outstanding shares	$5.5 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$985 million
Profit margin	23.54%
Revenue (TTM)	$1.4 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	$4.33
52-week stock price range	$69.21 – $111.46

All dollar amounts in this table are in USD. TTM refers to the "trailing 12 months." All values are accurate as of the market close on December 15, 2025.

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MGM Resorts International (MGM)

MGM Resorts International, through its subsidiaries, operates as a gaming and entertainment company in the United States, China, and internationally. The company operates through four segments: Las Vegas Strip Resorts, Regional Operations, MGM China, and MGM Digital. It operates casino resorts that offer gaming, hotel, convention, dining, entertainment, retail, and other resort amenities, as well as online/digital games through its online platforms.

Closing stock price	$37.40
Market Capitalization The total market value of MGM Resorts International's outstanding shares	$9.9 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$7.7 billion
Profit margin	0.40%
Revenue (TTM)	$17.3 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	$0.20
52-week stock price range	$25.30 – $41.32

All dollar amounts in this table are in USD. TTM refers to the "trailing 12 months." All values are accurate as of the market close on December 11, 2025.

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Bottom line

If you're considering adding resort stocks to your portfolio, make sure you thoroughly look into any companies before investing to help mitigate risk. We've compiled a list of resort stocks to help narrow down your options. Then choose a legitimate stock trading platform to start investing. After that it comes down to monitoring the vacation industry to know when to buy, sell or hold.

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Frequently asked questions about resort stocks

• What are resort stocks?

  Resort stocks are shares of companies that either directly work in the resort sector or operate within related industries. Investors interested in buying resort stocks may be looking to take advantage of market trends or lock in investments for the long haul.

• What is the top resort stock to buy in 2025?

  Unfortunately, it's almost impossible to choose a single "top" resort stock to invest in due to factors like market fluctuations, company management and shifting economic trends. These can all change—sometimes overnight—how a stock performs. It's best to do your own research to decide which companies fit within your risk tolerance. Reviewing a company's financial reports and past stock performance can help you decide if it's worth investing in.

• Where can I find information and regular updates about the vacation industry?

  You can keep track of the latest vacation news and updates by signing up for financial newsletters, visiting financial news sites, reading company investor relations pages and using market research platforms. Many online brokerages also offer sector reports, stock screeners and alerts to help you track movements in your stock performance or updates in or related to the vacation industry.

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