Blackstone has big (global) plans for newly acquired Motel 6 and Studio 6 brands


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Motel 6 has gotten a bad rap under Accor, but Blackstone is placing its bets on guests looking for a renovated design at economy prices as it moves the brands into both the international and extended-stay markets.

Deep-pocketed Blackstone Group LP intends to push its newly acquired Motel 6 and Studio 6 brands to the top of the North America economy segment—and beyond. [caption id="" align="alignright" wid