ESH Hospitality 10-Q6 Nov 192019 Q3 Quarterly reportFinancial data

Company Profile

Cover Page

Cover Page - shares	9 Months Ended
Cover Page - shares	Sep. 30, 2019	Oct. 31, 2019
Document Information [Line Items]
Document Type	10-Q
Document Quarterly Report	true
Document Period End Date	Sep. 30, 2019
Document Transition Report	false
Entity File Number	001-36190
Entity Registrant Name	Extended Stay America, Inc.
Entity Incorporation, State or Country Code	DE
Entity Tax Identification Number	46-3140312
Entity Address, Address Line One	11525 N. Community House Road, Suite 100
Entity Address, City or Town	Charlotte
Entity Address, State or Province	NC
Entity Address, Postal Zip Code	28277
City Area Code	(980)
Local Phone Number	345-1600
Title of 12(b) Security	Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share, of Extended Stay America, Inc.
Trading Symbol	STAY
Security Exchange Name	NASDAQ
Entity Current Reporting Status	Yes
Entity Interactive Data Current	Yes
Entity Filer Category	Large Accelerated Filer
Entity Emerging Growth Company	false
Entity Small Business	false
Entity Shell Company	false
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding		182,818,617
Amendment Flag	false
Document Fiscal Year Focus	2019
Entity Central Index Key	0001581164
Document Fiscal Period Focus	Q3
ESH REIT
Document Information [Line Items]
Entity File Number	001-36191
Entity Registrant Name	ESH Hospitality, Inc.
Entity Incorporation, State or Country Code	DE
Entity Tax Identification Number	27-3559821
Entity Address, Address Line One	11525 N. Community House Road, Suite 100
Entity Address, City or Town	Charlotte
Entity Address, State or Province	NC
Entity Address, Postal Zip Code	28277
City Area Code	(980)
Local Phone Number	345-1600
Entity Current Reporting Status	Yes
Entity Interactive Data Current	Yes
Entity Filer Category	Large Accelerated Filer
Entity Emerging Growth Company	false
Entity Small Business	false
Entity Shell Company	false
Amendment Flag	false
Entity Central Index Key	0001507563
Current Fiscal Year End Date	--12-31
ESH REIT \| Class A common stock
Document Information [Line Items]
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding		250,493,583
ESH REIT \| Class B common stock
Document Information [Line Items]
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding		182,818,617

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Sep. 30, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
ASSETS
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT - Net of accumulated depreciation of $1,333,588 and $1,218,105	$ 3,467,627	$ 3,453,632
RESTRICTED CASH	13,572	15,878
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS	489,767	287,458
INTANGIBLE ASSETS - Net of accumulated amortization of $12,495 and $11,065	33,035	28,714
GOODWILL	45,192	45,192
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE - Net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $2,844 and $2,075	21,929	19,769
DEFERRED TAX ASSETS	12,346	7,309
OTHER ASSETS	71,909	66,258
TOTAL ASSETS	4,155,377	3,924,210
LIABILITIES:
Term loan facility payable - Net of unamortized deferred financing costs and debt discount of $11,386 and $14,879	619,523	1,121,713
Senior notes payable - Net of unamortized deferred financing costs and debt discount of $37,156 and $26,206	2,012,844	1,273,794
Mandatorily redeemable preferred stock - $0.01 par value, $1,000 redemption value, 8.0%, 350,000,000 shares authorized, 7,130 shares issued and outstanding	7,130	7,130
Finance lease liabilities	3,410
Finance lease liabilities		3,360
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities	245,999	207,574
Total liabilities	2,888,906	2,613,571
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES (Note 12)
EQUITY:
Common stock - $0.01 par value, 3,500,000,000 shares authorized, 184,501,128 and 188,219,605 shares issued and outstanding	1,845	1,882
Additional paid in capital	746,146	749,219
Retained earnings	66,958	32,432
Accumulated other comprehensive income	444	2,488
Total Extended Stay America, Inc. shareholders’ equity	815,393	786,021
Noncontrolling interests	451,078	524,618
Total equity	1,266,471	1,310,639
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY	$ 4,155,377	$ 3,924,210

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANC_2

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (Parenthetical) - USD ($)	9 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Entity Information [Line Items]
Accumulated depreciation	$ 1,333,588,000	$ 1,218,105,000
Accumulated amortization of intangible assets	12,495,000	11,065,000
Allowance for doubtful accounts	2,844,000	2,075,000
Unamortized deferred financing costs	$ 42,431,000	$ 30,184,000
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share)	$ 0.01	$ 0.01
Common stock, shares authorized (in shares)	3,500,000,000	3,500,000,000
Common stock, shares issued (in shares)	184,501,128	188,219,605
Common stock, shares outstanding (in shares)	184,501,128	188,219,605
Mandatorily Redeemable Preferred Stock
Entity Information [Line Items]
Preferred stock, par value (dollars per share)	$ 0.01	$ 0.01
Preferred stock, redemption value	$ 1,000	$ 1,000
Preferred stock, redemption rate (percent)	8.00%	8.00%
Preferred stock, authorized (in shares)	350,000,000	350,000,000
Preferred stock, issued (in shares)	7,130	7,130
Preferred stock, outstanding (in shares)	7,130	7,130
Term Loan Facility
Entity Information [Line Items]
Unamortized deferred financing costs	$ 11,386,000	$ 14,879,000
Senior Notes
Entity Information [Line Items]
Unamortized deferred financing costs	$ 37,156,000	$ 26,206,000

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANC_3

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS - REIT - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Sep. 30, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
ASSETS
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT - Net of accumulated depreciation of $1,332,796 and $1,215,899	$ 3,467,627	$ 3,453,632
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS	489,767	287,458
INTANGIBLE ASSETS - Net of accumulated amortization of $460 and $36	33,035	28,714
GOODWILL	45,192	45,192
OTHER ASSETS	71,909	66,258
TOTAL ASSETS	4,155,377	3,924,210
LIABILITIES:
Term loan facility payable - Net of unamortized deferred financing costs and debt discount of $11,386 and $14,879	619,523	1,121,713
Senior notes payable - Net of unamortized deferred financing costs and debt discount of $37,156 and $26,206	2,012,844	1,273,794
Finance lease liabilities	3,410
Finance lease liabilities		3,360
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities	245,999	207,574
Total liabilities	2,888,906	2,613,571
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES (Note 11)
EQUITY:
Common stock - Class A: $0.01 par value, 4,300,000,000 shares authorized, 250,493,583 shares issued and outstanding; Class B: $0.01 par value, 7,800,000,000 shares authorized, 184,501,128 and 188,219,605 shares issued and outstanding	1,845	1,882
Additional paid in capital	746,146	749,219
(Accumulated deficit) retained earnings	66,958	32,432
Accumulated other comprehensive income	444	2,488
Total equity	1,266,471	1,310,639
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY	4,155,377	3,924,210
ESH REIT
ASSETS
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT - Net of accumulated depreciation of $1,332,796 and $1,215,899	3,479,649	3,467,645
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS	368,338	178,538
RENTS RECEIVABLE FROM EXTENDED STAY AMERICA, INC. (Note 10)	15,780	4,098
DEFERRED RENTS RECEIVABLE FROM EXTENDED STAY AMERICA, INC. (Note 10)	24,069	8,637
INTANGIBLE ASSETS - Net of accumulated amortization of $460 and $36	8,106	2,760
GOODWILL	44,012	44,012
OTHER ASSETS	25,767	22,692
TOTAL ASSETS	3,965,721	3,728,382
LIABILITIES:
Term loan facility payable - Net of unamortized deferred financing costs and debt discount of $11,386 and $14,879	619,523	1,121,713
Senior notes payable - Net of unamortized deferred financing costs and debt discount of $37,156 and $26,206	2,012,844	1,273,794
Finance lease liabilities	3,410
Finance lease liabilities		3,360
Unearned rental revenues from Extended Stay America, Inc. (Note 10)	165,273	37,506
Due to Extended Stay America, Inc., net (Note 10)	11,973	12,177
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities	97,711	64,658
Deferred tax liabilities	16	20
Total liabilities	2,910,750	2,513,228
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES (Note 11)
EQUITY:
Common stock - Class A: $0.01 par value, 4,300,000,000 shares authorized, 250,493,583 shares issued and outstanding; Class B: $0.01 par value, 7,800,000,000 shares authorized, 184,501,128 and 188,219,605 shares issued and outstanding	4,350	4,387
Additional paid in capital	1,050,136	1,090,809
Preferred stock - no par value, $1,000 liquidation value, 125 shares authorized, issued and outstanding	73	73
(Accumulated deficit) retained earnings	(557)	114,096
Accumulated other comprehensive income	969	5,789
Total equity	1,054,971	1,215,154
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY	$ 3,965,721	$ 3,728,382

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANC_4

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS - REIT (Parenthetical) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Sep. 30, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Accumulated depreciation	$ 1,333,588	$ 1,218,105
Accumulated amortization of intangible assets	$ 12,495	$ 11,065
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share)	$ 0.01	$ 0.01
Common stock, shares authorized (in shares)	3,500,000,000	3,500,000,000
Common stock, shares issued (in shares)	184,501,128	188,219,605
Common stock, shares outstanding (in shares)	184,501,128	188,219,605
Class B common stock
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share)	$ 0.01
Common stock, shares issued (in shares)	1
ESH REIT
Accumulated depreciation	$ 1,332,796	$ 1,215,899
Accumulated amortization of intangible assets	$ 460	$ 36
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share)	$ 0.01
Common stock, shares issued (in shares)	1
Preferred stock, redemption value (in dollars per share)	$ 1,000	$ 1,000
Preferred stock, authorized (in shares)	125	125
Preferred stock, issued (in shares)	125	125
Preferred stock, outstanding (in shares)	125	125
ESH REIT \| Class A common stock
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share)	$ 0.01	$ 0.01
Common stock, shares authorized (in shares)	4,300,000,000	4,300,000,000
Common stock, shares issued (in shares)	250,493,583	250,493,583
Common stock, shares outstanding (in shares)	250,493,583	250,493,583
ESH REIT \| Class B common stock
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share)	$ 0.01	$ 0.01
Common stock, shares authorized (in shares)	7,800,000,000	7,800,000,000
Common stock, shares issued (in shares)	184,501,128	188,219,605
Common stock, shares outstanding (in shares)	184,501,128	188,219,605
Term Loan Facility \| ESH REIT
Unamortized deferred financing costs and debt discount	$ 11,386	$ 14,879
Senior Notes \| ESH REIT
Unamortized deferred financing costs and debt discount	$ 37,156	$ 26,206

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMEN

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS - USD ($) shares in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
REVENUES:
Revenue	$ 332,695,000	$ 351,076,000	$ 934,021,000	$ 985,344,000
OPERATING EXPENSES:
General and administrative expenses	22,292,000	21,242,000	67,606,000	69,710,000
Depreciation and amortization	49,748,000	52,138,000	147,543,000	159,652,000
Impairment of long-lived assets	2,679,000	0	2,679,000	43,600,000
Total hotel expenses	227,632,000	229,721,000	654,939,000	715,987,000
Total operating expenses	232,331,000	233,170,000	669,281,000	724,749,000
GAIN ON SALE OF HOTEL PROPERTIES (Note 4)	0	3,517,000	0	41,599,000
OTHER INCOME	3,000	39,000	31,000	501,000
INCOME FROM OPERATIONS	100,367,000	121,462,000	264,771,000	302,695,000
OTHER NON-OPERATING EXPENSE (INCOME)	101,000	(251,000)	(248,000)	48,000
INTEREST EXPENSE, NET	36,535,000	31,007,000	95,905,000	95,072,000
INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAX EXPENSE	63,731,000	90,706,000	169,114,000	207,575,000
INCOME TAX EXPENSE	10,501,000	15,014,000	27,822,000	35,218,000
NET INCOME	53,230,000	75,692,000	141,292,000	172,357,000
NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO NONCONTROLLING INTERESTS	(12,159,000)	(3,790,000)	(24,790,000)	(20,547,000)
NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO EXTENDED STAY AMERICA, INC. COMMON SHAREHOLDERS	$ 41,071,000	$ 71,902,000	$ 116,502,000	$ 151,810,000
NET INCOME PER EXTENDED STAY AMERICA, INC. COMMON SHARE:
Basic (in dollars per share)	$ 0.22	$ 0.38	$ 0.62	$ 0.80
Diluted (in dollars per share)	$ 0.22	$ 0.38	$ 0.62	$ 0.80
WEIGHTED-AVERAGE EXTENDED STAY AMERICA, INC. COMMON SHARES OUTSTANDING:
Basic (in shares)	186,844	188,822	188,063	189,681
Diluted (in shares)	187,015	189,253	188,317	190,111
Room revenues
REVENUES:
Revenue	$ 320,669,000	$ 340,917,000	$ 899,329,000	$ 958,075,000
Other hotel revenues
REVENUES:
Revenue	6,475,000	5,943,000	17,848,000	16,710,000
Franchise and management fees
REVENUES:
Revenue	1,351,000	864,000	4,023,000	2,140,000
OPERATING EXPENSES:
Hotel operating expenses	4,699,000	3,449,000	14,342,000	8,762,000
Hotel operating expenses
REVENUES:
Revenue	328,495,000	347,724,000	921,200,000	976,925,000
OPERATING EXPENSES:
Hotel operating expenses	152,913,000	156,341,000	437,111,000	443,025,000
Other revenues from franchised and managed properties
REVENUES:
Revenue	$ 4,200,000	$ 3,352,000	$ 12,821,000	$ 8,419,000

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEM_2

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS - REIT - USD ($) shares in Thousands, $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
OPERATING EXPENSES:
General and administrative expenses	$ 22,292	$ 21,242	$ 67,606	$ 69,710
Depreciation and amortization	49,748	52,138	147,543	159,652
Total operating expenses	232,331	233,170	669,281	724,749
(LOSS) GAIN ON SALE OF HOTEL PROPERTIES (Note 4)	0	3,517	0	41,599
OTHER INCOME	3	39	31	501
INCOME FROM OPERATIONS	100,367	121,462	264,771	302,695
OTHER NON-OPERATING EXPENSE (INCOME)	101	(251)	(248)	48
INTEREST EXPENSE, NET	36,535	31,007	95,905	95,072
INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAX EXPENSE	63,731	90,706	169,114	207,575
INCOME TAX EXPENSE	10,501	15,014	27,822	35,218
NET INCOME	$ 53,230	$ 75,692	$ 141,292	$ 172,357
NET INCOME PER EXTENDED STAY AMERICA, INC. COMMON SHARE:
Basic (in dollars per share)	$ 0.22	$ 0.38	$ 0.62	$ 0.80
Diluted (in dollars per share)	$ 0.22	$ 0.38	$ 0.62	$ 0.80
WEIGHTED-AVERAGE EXTENDED STAY AMERICA, INC. COMMON SHARES OUTSTANDING:
Basic (in shares)	186,844	188,822	188,063	189,681
Diluted (in shares)	187,015	189,253	188,317	190,111
ESH REIT
REVENUES:
REVENUES - Rental revenues from Extended Stay America, Inc. (Note 10)	$ 139,455		$ 375,562
REVENUES - Rental revenues from Extended Stay America, Inc. (Note 10)		$ 142,977		$ 367,840
OPERATING EXPENSES:
General and administrative expenses	3,477	3,393	11,002	11,705
Depreciation and amortization	48,885	51,748	144,884	158,566
Total operating expenses	73,939	77,762	220,708	234,948
(LOSS) GAIN ON SALE OF HOTEL PROPERTIES (Note 4)	0	(25,657)	0	9,753
OTHER INCOME	0	20	15	499
INCOME FROM OPERATIONS	65,516	39,578	154,869	143,144
OTHER NON-OPERATING EXPENSE (INCOME)	79	(216)	(194)	50
INTEREST EXPENSE, NET	36,882	30,931	97,083	94,710
INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAX EXPENSE	28,555	8,863	57,980	48,384
INCOME TAX EXPENSE	88	42	98	792
NET INCOME	$ 28,467	$ 8,821	$ 57,882	$ 47,592
ESH REIT \| Class A common stock
NET INCOME PER EXTENDED STAY AMERICA, INC. COMMON SHARE:
Basic (in dollars per share)	$ 0.07	$ 0.02	$ 0.13	$ 0.11
Diluted (in dollars per share)	$ 0.07	$ 0.02	$ 0.13	$ 0.11
WEIGHTED-AVERAGE EXTENDED STAY AMERICA, INC. COMMON SHARES OUTSTANDING:
Basic (in shares)	250,494	250,494	250,494	250,494
Diluted (in shares)	250,494	250,494	250,494	250,494
ESH REIT \| Class B common stock
NET INCOME PER EXTENDED STAY AMERICA, INC. COMMON SHARE:
Basic (in dollars per share)	$ 0.07	$ 0.02	$ 0.13	$ 0.11
Diluted (in dollars per share)	$ 0.07	$ 0.02	$ 0.13	$ 0.11
WEIGHTED-AVERAGE EXTENDED STAY AMERICA, INC. COMMON SHARES OUTSTANDING:
Basic (in shares)	186,844	188,822	188,063	189,681
Diluted (in shares)	187,015	189,253	188,317	190,111
Hotel operating expenses
OPERATING EXPENSES:
Hotel operating expenses	$ 152,913	$ 156,341	$ 437,111	$ 443,025
Hotel operating expenses \| ESH REIT
OPERATING EXPENSES:
Hotel operating expenses	$ 21,577	$ 22,621	$ 64,822	$ 64,677

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEM_3

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
NET INCOME	$ 53,230	$ 75,692	$ 141,292	$ 172,357
FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSLATION ADJUSTMENT:
FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSLATION LOSS	0	0	0	(52)
DERIVATIVE ADJUSTMENT:
INTEREST RATE CASH FLOW HEDGE (LOSS) GAIN, NET OF TAX OF $(118), $(25), $(709) and $190	(687)	(157)	(4,109)	1,752
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME	52,543	75,535	137,183	174,057
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO NONCONTROLLING INTERESTS	(11,817)	(3,713)	(22,725)	(21,392)
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO EXTENDED STAY AMERICA, INC. COMMON SHAREHOLDERS	$ 40,726	$ 71,822	$ 114,458	$ 152,665

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEM_4

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (Parenthetical) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Derivatives qualifying as hedges, tax	$ (118)	$ (25)	$ (709)	$ 190

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEM_5

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME - REIT - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
NET INCOME	$ 53,230	$ 75,692	$ 141,292	$ 172,357
OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME, NET OF TAX:
INTEREST RATE CASH FLOW HEDGE (LOSS) GAIN, NET OF TAX OF $0, $0, $2, $(12)	(687)	(157)	(4,109)	1,752
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME	52,543	75,535	137,183	174,057
ESH REIT
NET INCOME	28,467	8,821	57,882	47,592
OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME, NET OF TAX:
INTEREST RATE CASH FLOW HEDGE (LOSS) GAIN, NET OF TAX OF $0, $0, $2, $(12)	(806)	(184)	(4,820)	1,953
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME	$ 27,661	$ 8,637	$ 53,062	$ 49,545

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEM_6

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME - REIT (Parenthetical) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
Entity Information [Line Items]
Derivatives qualifying as hedges, tax	$ (118)	$ (25)	$ (709)	$ 190
ESH REIT
Entity Information [Line Items]
Derivatives qualifying as hedges, tax	$ 0	$ 0	$ 2	$ (12)

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEM_7

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN EQUITY - USD ($) shares in Thousands, $ in Thousands	Total	Class B common stock	Common Stock	Common StockClass B common stock	Additional Paid in Capital	Retained Earnings	Retained EarningsClass B common stock	Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income	Total Extended Stay America, Inc. Shareholders’ Equity	Total Extended Stay America, Inc. Shareholders’ EquityClass B common stock	Noncontrolling Interests	Noncontrolling InterestsClass B common stock
Beginning balance (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2017			192,100
Beginning balance at Dec. 31, 2017	$ 1,345,847		$ 1,921		$ 768,679	$ 6,917		$ 3,066	$ 780,583		$ 565,264
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Net income	172,357					151,810			151,810		20,547
Foreign currency translation loss, net of tax	(52)							(52)	(52)
Interest rate cash flow hedge gain, net of tax	1,752							907	907		845
Repurchase of Corporation common stock and ESH REIT Class B common stock (Paired Shares) (in shares)				(3,987)
Repurchase of Corporation common stock and ESH REIT Class B common stock (Paired Shares)		$ (79,676)		$ (40)			$ (50,664)			$ (50,704)		$ (28,972)
Corporation common distributions	(30,501)				(12,196)	(18,305)			(30,501)
ESH REIT common distributions - Class B common share	(93,371)										(93,371)
ESH REIT preferred distributions	(12)										(12)
Adjustment to noncontrolling interest for change in ownership of ESH REIT					(7,019)				(7,019)		7,019
Equity-based compensation (in shares)			404
Equity-based compensation	2,155		$ 4		(83)				(79)		2,234
Ending balance (in shares) at Sep. 30, 2018			188,517
Ending balance at Sep. 30, 2018	1,318,499		$ 1,885		749,381	90,135		3,544	844,945		473,554
Beginning balance (in shares) at Jun. 30, 2018			188,994
Beginning balance at Jun. 30, 2018	1,294,601		$ 1,890		748,706	33,253		3,624	787,473		507,128
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Net income	75,692					71,902			71,902		3,790
Interest rate cash flow hedge gain, net of tax	(157)							(80)	(80)		(77)
Repurchase of Corporation common stock and ESH REIT Class B common stock (Paired Shares) (in shares)				(559)
Repurchase of Corporation common stock and ESH REIT Class B common stock (Paired Shares)		(11,674)		$ (6)			(7,426)			(7,432)		(4,242)
Corporation common distributions	(7,594)					(7,594)			(7,594)
ESH REIT common distributions - Class B common share	(34,171)										(34,171)
ESH REIT preferred distributions	(4)										(4)
Adjustment to noncontrolling interest for change in ownership of ESH REIT					(477)				(477)		477
Equity-based compensation (in shares)			82
Equity-based compensation	1,806		$ 1		1,152				1,153		653
Ending balance (in shares) at Sep. 30, 2018			188,517
Ending balance at Sep. 30, 2018	1,318,499		$ 1,885		749,381	90,135		3,544	844,945		473,554
Beginning balance (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2018			188,219
Beginning balance at Dec. 31, 2018	1,310,639		$ 1,882		749,219	32,432		2,488	786,021		524,618
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Net income	141,292					116,502			116,502		24,790
Interest rate cash flow hedge gain, net of tax	(4,109)							(2,044)	(2,044)		(2,065)
Repurchase of Corporation common stock and ESH REIT Class B common stock (Paired Shares) (in shares)				(3,993)
Repurchase of Corporation common stock and ESH REIT Class B common stock (Paired Shares)		(57,471)		$ (40)			(36,544)			(36,584)		(20,887)
Corporation common distributions	(45,432)					(45,432)			(45,432)
ESH REIT common distributions - Class B common share	(83,287)										(83,287)
ESH REIT preferred distributions	(12)										(12)
Adjustment to noncontrolling interest for change in ownership of ESH REIT					(6,163)				(6,163)		6,163
Equity-based compensation (in shares)			275
Equity-based compensation	4,851		$ 3		3,090				3,093		1,758
Ending balance (in shares) at Sep. 30, 2019			184,501
Ending balance at Sep. 30, 2019	1,266,471		$ 1,845		746,146	66,958		444	815,393		451,078
Beginning balance (in shares) at Jun. 30, 2019			188,412
Beginning balance at Jun. 30, 2019	1,313,023		$ 1,884		751,467	77,551		789	831,691		481,332
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Net income	53,230					41,071			41,071		12,159
Interest rate cash flow hedge gain, net of tax	(687)							(345)	(345)		(342)
Repurchase of Corporation common stock and ESH REIT Class B common stock (Paired Shares) (in shares)				(3,993)
Repurchase of Corporation common stock and ESH REIT Class B common stock (Paired Shares)		$ (57,471)		$ (40)			$ (36,544)			$ (36,584)		$ (20,887)
Corporation common distributions	(15,120)					(15,120)			(15,120)
ESH REIT common distributions - Class B common share	(28,347)										(28,347)
ESH REIT preferred distributions	(4)										(4)
Adjustment to noncontrolling interest for change in ownership of ESH REIT					(6,563)				(6,563)		6,563
Equity-based compensation (in shares)			82
Equity-based compensation	1,847		$ 1		1,242				1,243		604
Ending balance (in shares) at Sep. 30, 2019			184,501
Ending balance at Sep. 30, 2019	$ 1,266,471		$ 1,845		$ 746,146	$ 66,958		$ 444	$ 815,393		$ 451,078

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEM_8

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN EQUITY (Parenthetical) - $ / shares	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
Entity Information [Line Items]
Common distributions, per common share (dollars per share)	$ 0.08	$ 0.04	$ 0.24	$ 0.16
Class B common stock
Entity Information [Line Items]
Common distributions, per common share (dollars per share)	$ 0.15	$ 0.18	$ 0.44	$ 0.49

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEM_9

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN EQUITY - REIT - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Total	ESH REIT	Class B common stock	Common Stock	Common StockESH REIT	Common StockClass A common stockESH REIT	Common StockClass B common stock	Common StockClass B common stockESH REIT	Preferred StockESH REIT	Additional Paid in Capital	Additional Paid in CapitalESH REIT	Retained Earnings (Accumulated Deficit)	Retained Earnings (Accumulated Deficit)ESH REIT	Retained Earnings (Accumulated Deficit)Class B common stock	Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income	Accumulated Other Comprehensive IncomeESH REIT
Beginning balance (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2017				192,100,000		250,494,000		192,100,000
Beginning balance at Dec. 31, 2017	$ 1,345,847	$ 1,292,294		$ 1,921	$ 4,426				$ 73	$ 768,679	$ 1,088,793	$ 6,917	$ 191,964		$ 3,066	$ 7,038
Beginning balance, preferred shares (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2017									125
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Net income	172,357	47,592										151,810	47,592
Interest rate cash flow hedge gain, net of tax	1,752	1,953													907	1,953
Repurchase of Class B common stock (in shares)							(3,987,000)	(3,987,000)
Repurchase of Class B common stock		(28,979)	$ (79,676)		(40)		$ (40)						(28,939)	$ (50,664)
Corporation common distributions	(30,501)	(216,113)								(12,196)		(18,305)	(216,113)
Preferred distributions	(12)	(12)											(12)
Equity-based compensation (in shares)				404,000				404,000
Equity-based compensation	2,155	1,174		$ 4	4					(83)	1,170
Ending balance (in shares) at Sep. 30, 2018				188,517,000		250,494,000		188,517,000
Ending balance at Sep. 30, 2018	1,318,499	1,097,909		$ 1,885	4,390				$ 73	749,381	1,089,963	90,135	(4,844)		3,544	8,327
Ending balance, preferred shares (in shares) at Sep. 30, 2018									125
Beginning balance (in shares) at Jun. 30, 2018				188,994,000		250,494,000		188,994,000
Beginning balance at Jun. 30, 2018	1,294,601	1,172,740		$ 1,890	4,395				$ 73	748,706	1,089,926	33,253	69,835		3,624	8,511
Beginning balance, preferred shares (in shares) at Jun. 30, 2018									125
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Net income	75,692	8,821										71,902	8,821
Interest rate cash flow hedge gain, net of tax	(157)	(184)													(80)	(184)
Repurchase of Class B common stock (in shares)							(559,000)	(559,000)
Repurchase of Class B common stock		(4,242)	(11,674)		(6)		$ (6)						(4,236)	(7,426)
Corporation common distributions	(7,594)	(79,260)										(7,594)	(79,260)
Preferred distributions	(4)	(4)											(4)
Equity-based compensation (in shares)				82,000				82,000
Equity-based compensation	1,806	38		$ 1	1					1,152	37
Ending balance (in shares) at Sep. 30, 2018				188,517,000		250,494,000		188,517,000
Ending balance at Sep. 30, 2018	1,318,499	1,097,909		$ 1,885	4,390				$ 73	749,381	1,089,963	90,135	(4,844)		3,544	8,327
Ending balance, preferred shares (in shares) at Sep. 30, 2018									125
Beginning balance (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2018				188,219,000		250,494,000		188,219,000
Beginning balance at Dec. 31, 2018	1,310,639	$ 1,215,154		$ 1,882	4,387				$ 73	749,219	1,090,809	32,432	114,096		2,488	5,789
Beginning balance, preferred shares (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2018		125							125
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Net income	141,292	$ 57,882										116,502	57,882
Interest rate cash flow hedge gain, net of tax	(4,109)	(4,820)													(2,044)	(4,820)
Repurchase of Class B common stock (in shares)							(3,993,000)	(3,993,000)
Repurchase of Class B common stock		(20,887)	(57,471)		(40)		$ (40)						(20,847)	(36,544)
Corporation common distributions	(45,432)	(193,508)									(41,832)	(45,432)	(151,676)
Preferred distributions	(12)	(12)											(12)
Equity-based compensation (in shares)				275,000				275,000
Equity-based compensation	4,851	1,162		$ 3	3					3,090	1,159
Ending balance (in shares) at Sep. 30, 2019				184,501,000		250,494,000		184,501,000
Ending balance at Sep. 30, 2019	1,266,471	$ 1,054,971		$ 1,845	4,350				$ 73	746,146	1,050,136	66,958	(557)		444	969
Ending balance, preferred shares (in shares) at Sep. 30, 2019		125							125
Beginning balance (in shares) at Jun. 30, 2019				188,412,000		250,494,000		188,412,000
Beginning balance at Jun. 30, 2019	1,313,023	$ 1,114,001		$ 1,884	4,389				$ 73	751,467	1,091,845	77,551	15,919		789	1,775
Beginning balance, preferred shares (in shares) at Jun. 30, 2019									125
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]
Net income	53,230	28,467										41,071
Interest rate cash flow hedge gain, net of tax	(687)	(806)													(345)	(806)
Repurchase of Class B common stock (in shares)							(3,993,000)	(3,993,000)
Repurchase of Class B common stock		(20,887)	$ (57,471)		(40)		$ (40)						(20,847)	$ (36,544)
Corporation common distributions	(15,120)	(65,924)									(41,832)	(15,120)	(24,092)
Preferred distributions	(4)	(4)											(4)
Equity-based compensation (in shares)				82,000				82,000
Equity-based compensation	1,847	124		$ 1	1					1,242	123
Ending balance (in shares) at Sep. 30, 2019				184,501,000		250,494,000		184,501,000
Ending balance at Sep. 30, 2019	$ 1,266,471	$ 1,054,971		$ 1,845	$ 4,350				$ 73	$ 746,146	$ 1,050,136	$ 66,958	$ (557)		$ 444	$ 969
Ending balance, preferred shares (in shares) at Sep. 30, 2019		125							125

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATE_10

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN EQUITY - REIT (Parenthetical) - $ / shares	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
Common distributions, per common share (in dollars per share)	$ 0.08	$ 0.04	$ 0.24	$ 0.16
Class A common stock \| ESH REIT
Common distributions, per common share (in dollars per share)	0.15	0.18	0.44	0.49
Class B common stock
Common distributions, per common share (in dollars per share)	0.15	0.18	0.44	0.49
Class B common stock \| ESH REIT
Common distributions, per common share (in dollars per share)	$ 0.15	$ 0.18	$ 0.44	$ 0.49

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATE_11

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS - USD ($)	9 Months Ended
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS - USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
OPERATING ACTIVITIES:
Net income	$ 141,292,000	$ 172,357,000
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization	147,543,000	159,652,000
Foreign currency transaction (gain) loss	(248,000)	48,000
Amortization and write-off of deferred financing costs and debt discount	11,635,000	6,618,000
Amortization and write-off of above-market ground leases	0	(240,000)
Debt modification and extinguishment costs	82,000	1,183,000
Loss on disposal of property and equipment	5,037,000	2,617,000
Gain on sale of hotel properties	0	(41,599,000)
Impairment of long-lived assets	2,679,000	43,600,000
Equity-based compensation	6,131,000	5,999,000
Deferred income tax benefit	(4,327,000)	(5,724,000)
Changes in assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable, net	(2,160,000)	(2,273,000)
Other assets	(5,310,000)	(837,000)
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities	36,432,000	41,649,000
Net cash provided by operating activities	338,786,000	383,050,000
INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
Purchases of property and equipment	(129,816,000)	(106,394,000)
Acquisition of hotel property	0	(12,729,000)
Development in process payments	(42,116,000)	(28,414,000)
Payment for intangible assets	(6,081,000)	0
Proceeds from sale of hotel properties	0	274,100,000
Proceeds from insurance and related recoveries	914,000	4,533,000
Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities	(177,099,000)	131,096,000
FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Principal payments on term loan facility	(505,683,000)	(69,163,000)
Proceeds from issuance of senior notes	750,000,000	0
Payment of deferred financing costs	(18,237,000)	0
Principal payments on finance leases	(86,000)	0
Debt modification and extinguishment costs	(82,000)	(1,183,000)
Tax withholdings related to restricted stock unit settlements	(1,598,000)	(3,989,000)
Repurchase of Corporation common stock and ESH REIT Class B common stock (Paired Shares)	(57,471,000)	(79,676,000)
Corporation common distributions	(45,362,000)	(30,737,000)
ESH REIT common distributions	(83,200,000)	(93,652,000)
ESH REIT preferred distributions	(8,000)	(12,000)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities	38,273,000	(278,412,000)
CHANGES IN CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS AND RESTRICTED CASH DUE TO CHANGES IN FOREIGN CURRENCY EXCHANGE RATES	43,000	(67,000)
NET INCREASE IN CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS AND RESTRICTED CASH	200,003,000	235,667,000
CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS AND RESTRICTED CASH - Beginning of period	303,336,000	150,974,000
CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS AND RESTRICTED CASH - End of period	503,339,000	386,641,000
SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION:
Cash payments for interest, excluding prepayment and other penalties, net of capitalized interest of $1,373 and $243	68,953,000	71,130,000
Cash payments for income taxes, net of refunds of $0 and $96	30,853,000	28,303,000
Operating cash payments for finance leases	183,000	0
Operating cash payments for operating leases	2,074,000	0
NONCASH INVESTING AND FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Capital expenditures included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities	28,124,000	20,829,000
Additions to finance lease right-of-use assets and liabilities	109,000	0
Deferred financing costs included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities	2,353,000	0
Debt modification and extinguishment costs included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities	1,006,000	0
Corporation common distributions included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities	428,000	298,000
ESH REIT
OPERATING ACTIVITIES:
Net income	57,882,000	47,592,000
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization	144,884,000	158,566,000
Foreign currency transaction (gain) loss	(194,000)	50,000
Amortization and write-off of deferred financing costs and debt discount	11,540,000	6,536,000
Amortization and write-off of above-market ground leases	0	(240,000)
Debt modification and extinguishment costs	82,000	1,183,000
Loss on disposal of property and equipment	5,037,000	2,618,000
Gain on sale of hotel properties	0	(9,753,000)
Equity-based compensation	411,000	461,000
Deferred income tax benefit	(5,000)	(14,000)
Changes in assets and liabilities:
Other assets	(6,257,000)	(6,496,000)
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities	31,708,000	29,441,000
Net cash provided by operating activities	347,963,000	373,395,000
INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
Purchases of property and equipment	(124,192,000)	(101,165,000)
Acquisition of hotel property	0	(12,733,000)
Development in process payments	(42,116,000)	(28,414,000)
Payment for intangible assets	(6,081,000)	0
Proceeds from sale of hotel properties	0	274,100,000
Proceeds from insurance and related recoveries	914,000	4,533,000
Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities	(171,475,000)	136,321,000
FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Principal payments on term loan facility	(505,683,000)	(69,163,000)
Proceeds from issuance of senior notes	750,000,000	0
Payment of deferred financing costs	(17,983,000)	0
Principal payments on finance leases	(86,000)	0
Debt modification and extinguishment costs	(82,000)	(1,183,000)
Repurchase of Corporation common stock and ESH REIT Class B common stock (Paired Shares)	(20,887,000)	(28,979,000)
Corporation common distributions	(193,421,000)	(216,397,000)
ESH REIT preferred distributions	(8,000)	(12,000)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities	13,312,000	(313,034,000)
NET INCREASE IN CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS AND RESTRICTED CASH	189,800,000	196,682,000
CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS AND RESTRICTED CASH - Beginning of period	178,538,000	54,915,000
CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS AND RESTRICTED CASH - End of period	368,338,000	251,597,000
SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION:
Cash payments for interest, excluding prepayment and other penalties, net of capitalized interest of $1,373 and $243	68,389,000	70,566,000
Cash payments for income taxes, net of refunds of $0 and $96	742,000	645,000
Operating cash payments for finance leases	183,000	0
Operating cash payments for operating leases	532,000	0
NONCASH INVESTING AND FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Capital expenditures included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities	27,072,000	20,288,000
Additions to finance lease right-of-use assets and liabilities	109,000	0
Deferred financing costs included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities	2,254,000	0
Debt modification and extinguishment costs included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities	1,006,000	0
Corporation common distributions included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities	879,000	697,000
ESH REIT common distributions included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities	$ 879,000	$ 697,000

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATE_12

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (Parenthetical) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
Statement of Cash Flows [Abstract]
Net tax refunds			$ 0	$ 96
Interest costs capitalized	$ 600	$ 100	$ 1,373	$ 243

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATE_13

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS - REIT - USD ($) $ in Thousands	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
OPERATING ACTIVITIES:
Net income	$ 141,292	$ 172,357
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization	147,543	159,652
Foreign currency transaction (gain) loss	(248)	48
Amortization and write-off of deferred financing costs and debt discount	11,635	6,618
Amortization and write-off of above-market ground leases	0	(240)
Debt modification and extinguishment costs	82	1,183
Loss on disposal of property and equipment	5,037	2,617
Gain on sale of hotel properties	0	(41,599)
Equity-based compensation	6,131	5,999
Deferred income tax expense	(4,327)	(5,724)
Changes in assets and liabilities:
Other assets	(5,310)	(837)
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities	36,432	41,649
Net cash provided by operating activities	338,786	383,050
INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
Purchases of property and equipment	(129,816)	(106,394)
Acquisition of hotel property	0	(12,729)
Development in process payments	(42,116)	(28,414)
Payment for intangible assets	(6,081)	0
Proceeds from sale of hotel properties	0	274,100
Proceeds from insurance and related recoveries	914	4,533
Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities	(177,099)	131,096
FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Principal payments on term loan facilities	(505,683)	(69,163)
Proceeds from issuance of senior notes	750,000	0
Payment of deferred financing costs	(18,237)	0
Principal payments on finance leases	(86)	0
Debt modification and extinguishment costs	(82)	(1,183)
Repurchase of Class B common stock	(57,471)	(79,676)
Common distributions	(45,362)	(30,737)
Preferred distributions	(8)	(12)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities	38,273	(278,412)
NET INCREASE IN CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS AND RESTRICTED CASH	200,003	235,667
CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS AND RESTRICTED CASH - Beginning of period	303,336	150,974
CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS AND RESTRICTED CASH - End of period	503,339	386,641
SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION:
Cash payments for interest, excluding prepayment and other penalties, net of capitalized interest of $1,373 and $243	68,953	71,130
Cash payments for income taxes, net of refunds of $0 and $6	30,853	28,303
Operating cash payments for finance leases	183	0
Operating cash payments for operating leases	2,074	0
NONCASH INVESTING AND FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Capital expenditures included in due to/from Extended Stay America, Inc. and accounts payable and accrued liabilities	28,124	20,829
Additions to finance lease right-of-use assets and liabilities	109	0
Deferred financing costs included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities	2,353	0
Debt modification and extinguishment costs included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities	1,006	0
Common stock distributions included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities	428	298
ESH REIT
OPERATING ACTIVITIES:
Net income	57,882	47,592
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization	144,884	158,566
Foreign currency transaction (gain) loss	(194)	50
Amortization and write-off of deferred financing costs and debt discount	11,540	6,536
Amortization and write-off of above-market ground leases	0	(240)
Debt modification and extinguishment costs	82	1,183
Loss on disposal of property and equipment	5,037	2,618
Gain on sale of hotel properties	0	(9,753)
Equity-based compensation	411	461
Deferred income tax expense	(5)	(14)
Changes in assets and liabilities:
Deferred rents receivable from Extended Stay America, Inc.	(15,432)	21,366
Due from (to) Extended Stay America, Inc., net	2,222	(3,491)
Other assets	(6,257)	(6,496)
Unearned rental revenues/rents receivable from Extended Stay America, Inc., net	116,085	125,576
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities	31,708	29,441
Net cash provided by operating activities	347,963	373,395
INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
Purchases of property and equipment	(124,192)	(101,165)
Acquisition of hotel property	0	(12,733)
Development in process payments	(42,116)	(28,414)
Payment for intangible assets	(6,081)	0
Proceeds from sale of hotel properties	0	274,100
Proceeds from insurance and related recoveries	914	4,533
Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities	(171,475)	136,321
FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Principal payments on term loan facilities	(505,683)	(69,163)
Proceeds from issuance of senior notes	750,000	0
Payment of deferred financing costs	(17,983)	0
Principal payments on finance leases	(86)	0
Debt modification and extinguishment costs	(82)	(1,183)
Repurchase of Class B common stock	(20,887)	(28,979)
Issuance of Class B common stock	1,462	2,700
Common distributions	(193,421)	(216,397)
Preferred distributions	(8)	(12)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities	13,312	(313,034)
NET INCREASE IN CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS AND RESTRICTED CASH	189,800	196,682
CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS AND RESTRICTED CASH - Beginning of period	178,538	54,915
CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS AND RESTRICTED CASH - End of period	368,338	251,597
SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION:
Cash payments for interest, excluding prepayment and other penalties, net of capitalized interest of $1,373 and $243	68,389	70,566
Cash payments for income taxes, net of refunds of $0 and $6	742	645
Operating cash payments for finance leases	183	0
Operating cash payments for operating leases	532	0
NONCASH INVESTING AND FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Capital expenditures included in due to/from Extended Stay America, Inc. and accounts payable and accrued liabilities	27,072	20,288
Additions to finance lease right-of-use assets and liabilities	109	0
Deferred financing costs included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities	2,254	0
Debt modification and extinguishment costs included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities	1,006	0
Common stock distributions included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities	879	697
Net payable related to unsettled RSUs not yet settled or issued included in due to/from Extended Stay America, Inc.	$ (32)	$ (144)

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATE_14

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS - REIT (Parenthetical) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
Entity Information [Line Items]
Net tax refunds	$ 0	$ 96
Interest costs capitalized	1,373	243
ESH REIT
Entity Information [Line Items]
Net tax refunds	0	6
Interest costs capitalized	$ 1,373	$ 243

BUSINESS, ORGANIZATION AND BASI

BUSINESS, ORGANIZATION AND BASIS OF CONSOLIDATION	9 Months Ended
BUSINESS, ORGANIZATION AND BASIS OF CONSOLIDATION	Sep. 30, 2019
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]
BUSINESS, ORGANIZATION AND BASIS OF CONSOLIDATION	BUSINESS, ORGANIZATION AND BASIS OF CONSOLIDATION Extended Stay America, Inc. (the “Corporation”) was incorporated in the state of Delaware on July 8, 2013. ESH Hospitality, Inc. (“ESH REIT”) was formed as a limited liability company in the state of Delaware on September 16, 2010 and was converted to a corporation on November 5, 2013. The Corporation owns, and is expected to continue to own, all of the issued and outstanding Class A common stock of ESH REIT, which, as of September 30, 2019 , represents 58% of the outstanding common stock of ESH REIT. Due to its controlling interest in ESH REIT, the Corporation consolidates the financial position, results of operations, comprehensive income and cash flows of ESH REIT. The term, “the Company,” as used herein refers to the Corporation and its consolidated subsidiaries, including ESH REIT. A “Paired Share” consists of one share of common stock, par value $0.01 per share, of the Corporation, that is attached to and trades as a single unit with one share of Class B common stock, par value $0.01 per share, of ESH REIT. Each outstanding share of Corporation common stock is attached to and trades with one share of ESH REIT Class B common stock. The Company is an integrated owner/operator of Extended Stay America-branded hotels and is also engaged in franchising and managing extended stay hotels for third parties in the U.S. As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , the Company owned and operated 554 hotel properties in 40 U.S. states, consisting of approximately 61,500 rooms. As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , the Company franchised and/or managed 72 and 73 hotel properties for third parties, consisting of approximately 7,400 and 7,500 rooms, respectively. As of September 30, 2019 , all 626 system-wide hotels were operated under the Extended Stay America brand. Owned hotel properties are owned by subsidiaries of ESH REIT and are operated by subsidiaries of the Corporation (the “Operating Lessees”) pursuant to leases between subsidiaries of ESH REIT and the Operating Lessees. The hotels are managed by ESA Management LLC (“ESA Management”), a subsidiary of the Corporation, which also manages hotels on behalf of third parties. The Extended Stay America brand is owned by ESH Hospitality Strategies LLC (“ESH Strategies”), also a subsidiary of the Corporation. ESH Strategies licenses the brand and intellectual property to its subsidiaries, ESH Strategies Branding LLC and ESH Strategies Franchise LLC, which license them to the Operating Lessees and third parties, respectively. As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , the Corporation had 184.5 million shares and 188.2 million shares of common stock outstanding, respectively. As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , ESH REIT’s common equity consisted of the following: (i) 250.5 million shares of Class A common stock outstanding ( 58% and 57% , respectively, of its common equity), all of which were owned by the Corporation, and (ii) 184.5 million shares and 188.2 million shares of Class B common stock outstanding, respectively ( 42% and 43% , respectively, of its common equity). Paired Share Repurchase Program —In December 2015, the Boards of Directors of the Corporation and ESH REIT authorized a combined Paired Share repurchase program. As a result of several increases in authorized amounts and program extensions, including a $150 million increase to the authorized amount and a program extension in August 2019, as of September 30, 2019 , the combined Paired Share repurchase program authorized the Corporation and ESH REIT to purchase up to $550 million in Paired Shares through December 31, 2020. Repurchases may be made at management’s discretion from time to time in the open market, in privately negotiated transactions or by other means (including through Rule 10b5-1 trading plans). As of September 30, 2019 , the Corporation and ESH REIT had repurchased and retired 21.3 million Paired Shares for $216.7 million and $128.4 million , including transaction fees, respectively, and $205.3 million remained available under the combined Paired Share repurchase program. Basis of Consolidation The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the U.S. (“U.S. GAAP”) and include the financial position, results of operations, comprehensive income, changes in equity and cash flows of the Corporation and its consolidated subsidiaries, including ESH REIT. Third-party equity interests in consolidated subsidiaries are presented as noncontrolling interests. Despite the fact that each share of Corporation common stock is paired on a one -for-one basis with each share of ESH REIT Class B common stock, the Corporation does not own ESH REIT Class B common stock; therefore, ESH REIT Class B common stock represents a third-party equity interest. As such, the rights associated with ESH REIT Class B common stock, along with other third-party equity interests in ESH REIT, are presented as noncontrolling interests in the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements. Changes in ownership interests in a consolidated subsidiary that do not result in a loss of control are accounted for as equity transactions. All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated. With respect to the condensed consolidated balance sheets, statements of operations and statements of cash flows and the segments disclosure (see Note 10 ), certain prior period amounts have been reclassified for comparability to current period presentation. In the condensed consolidated statements of operations, other revenues from franchised and managed properties for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , include $0.6 million and $1.4 million , respectively, that was included in franchise and management fees as originally presented. Other expenses from franchised and managed properties for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , include $0.7 million and $1.7 million , respectively, that was included in general and administrative expenses as originally presented.

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BUSINESS, ORGANIZATION AND BASIS OF CONSOLIDATION - REIT	9 Months Ended
BUSINESS, ORGANIZATION AND BASIS OF CONSOLIDATION - REIT	Sep. 30, 2019
Organization Consolidation And Presentation Of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]
BUSINESS, ORGANIZATION AND BASIS OF CONSOLIDATION	BUSINESS, ORGANIZATION AND BASIS OF CONSOLIDATION Extended Stay America, Inc. (the “Corporation”) was incorporated in the state of Delaware on July 8, 2013. ESH Hospitality, Inc. (“ESH REIT”) was formed as a limited liability company in the state of Delaware on September 16, 2010 and was converted to a corporation on November 5, 2013. The Corporation owns, and is expected to continue to own, all of the issued and outstanding Class A common stock of ESH REIT, which, as of September 30, 2019 , represents 58% of the outstanding common stock of ESH REIT. Due to its controlling interest in ESH REIT, the Corporation consolidates the financial position, results of operations, comprehensive income and cash flows of ESH REIT. The term, “the Company,” as used herein refers to the Corporation and its consolidated subsidiaries, including ESH REIT. A “Paired Share” consists of one share of common stock, par value $0.01 per share, of the Corporation, that is attached to and trades as a single unit with one share of Class B common stock, par value $0.01 per share, of ESH REIT. Each outstanding share of Corporation common stock is attached to and trades with one share of ESH REIT Class B common stock. The Company is an integrated owner/operator of Extended Stay America-branded hotels and is also engaged in franchising and managing extended stay hotels for third parties in the U.S. As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , the Company owned and operated 554 hotel properties in 40 U.S. states, consisting of approximately 61,500 rooms. As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , the Company franchised and/or managed 72 and 73 hotel properties for third parties, consisting of approximately 7,400 and 7,500 rooms, respectively. As of September 30, 2019 , all 626 system-wide hotels were operated under the Extended Stay America brand. Owned hotel properties are owned by subsidiaries of ESH REIT and are operated by subsidiaries of the Corporation (the “Operating Lessees”) pursuant to leases between subsidiaries of ESH REIT and the Operating Lessees. The hotels are managed by ESA Management LLC (“ESA Management”), a subsidiary of the Corporation, which also manages hotels on behalf of third parties. The Extended Stay America brand is owned by ESH Hospitality Strategies LLC (“ESH Strategies”), also a subsidiary of the Corporation. ESH Strategies licenses the brand and intellectual property to its subsidiaries, ESH Strategies Branding LLC and ESH Strategies Franchise LLC, which license them to the Operating Lessees and third parties, respectively. As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , the Corporation had 184.5 million shares and 188.2 million shares of common stock outstanding, respectively. As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , ESH REIT’s common equity consisted of the following: (i) 250.5 million shares of Class A common stock outstanding ( 58% and 57% , respectively, of its common equity), all of which were owned by the Corporation, and (ii) 184.5 million shares and 188.2 million shares of Class B common stock outstanding, respectively ( 42% and 43% , respectively, of its common equity). Paired Share Repurchase Program —In December 2015, the Boards of Directors of the Corporation and ESH REIT authorized a combined Paired Share repurchase program. As a result of several increases in authorized amounts and program extensions, including a $150 million increase to the authorized amount and a program extension in August 2019, as of September 30, 2019 , the combined Paired Share repurchase program authorized the Corporation and ESH REIT to purchase up to $550 million in Paired Shares through December 31, 2020. Repurchases may be made at management’s discretion from time to time in the open market, in privately negotiated transactions or by other means (including through Rule 10b5-1 trading plans). As of September 30, 2019 , the Corporation and ESH REIT had repurchased and retired 21.3 million Paired Shares for $216.7 million and $128.4 million , including transaction fees, respectively, and $205.3 million remained available under the combined Paired Share repurchase program. Basis of Consolidation The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the U.S. (“U.S. GAAP”) and include the financial position, results of operations, comprehensive income, changes in equity and cash flows of the Corporation and its consolidated subsidiaries, including ESH REIT. Third-party equity interests in consolidated subsidiaries are presented as noncontrolling interests. Despite the fact that each share of Corporation common stock is paired on a one -for-one basis with each share of ESH REIT Class B common stock, the Corporation does not own ESH REIT Class B common stock; therefore, ESH REIT Class B common stock represents a third-party equity interest. As such, the rights associated with ESH REIT Class B common stock, along with other third-party equity interests in ESH REIT, are presented as noncontrolling interests in the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements. Changes in ownership interests in a consolidated subsidiary that do not result in a loss of control are accounted for as equity transactions. All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated. With respect to the condensed consolidated balance sheets, statements of operations and statements of cash flows and the segments disclosure (see Note 10 ), certain prior period amounts have been reclassified for comparability to current period presentation. In the condensed consolidated statements of operations, other revenues from franchised and managed properties for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , include $0.6 million and $1.4 million , respectively, that was included in franchise and management fees as originally presented. Other expenses from franchised and managed properties for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , include $0.7 million and $1.7 million , respectively, that was included in general and administrative expenses as originally presented.
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Organization Consolidation And Presentation Of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]
BUSINESS, ORGANIZATION AND BASIS OF CONSOLIDATION	BUSINESS, ORGANIZATION AND BASIS OF CONSOLIDATION ESH Hospitality, Inc. (“ESH REIT”) was formed as a limited liability company in the state of Delaware on September 16, 2010 and was converted to a corporation on November 5, 2013. Extended Stay America, Inc. (the “Corporation”), the parent of ESH REIT, was incorporated in the state of Delaware on July 8, 2013. The Corporation owns, and is expected to continue to own, all of the issued and outstanding Class A common stock of ESH REIT, which, as of September 30, 2019 , represents 58% of the outstanding common stock of ESH REIT. A “Paired Share” consists of one share of common stock, par value $0.01 per share, of the Corporation, that is attached to and trades as a single unit with one share of Class B common stock, par value $0.01 per share, of ESH REIT. Each outstanding share of ESH REIT Class B common stock is attached to and trades with one share of Corporation common stock. As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , ESH REIT and its subsidiaries owned and leased 554 hotel properties in 40 U.S. states, consisting of approximately 61,500 rooms. All hotels are leased to wholly-owned subsidiaries of the Corporation (the “Operating Lessees”). Paired Share Repurchase Program — In December 2015, the Boards of Directors of the Corporation and ESH REIT authorized a combined Paired Share repurchase program. As a result of several increases in authorized amounts and program extensions, including a $150 million increase to the authorized amount and a program extension in August 2019, as of September 30, 2019 , the combined Paired Share repurchase program authorized the Corporation and ESH REIT to purchase up to $550 million in Paired Shares through December 31, 2020. Repurchases may be made at management’s discretion from time to time in the open market, in privately negotiated transactions or by other means (including through Rule 10b5-1 trading plans). As of September 30, 2019 , ESH REIT had repurchased and retired 21.3 million ESH REIT Class B common shares for $128.4 million , including transaction fees, and $205.3 million remained available under the combined Paired Share repurchase program. Basis of Consolidation

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SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES	9 Months Ended
SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES	Sep. 30, 2019
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES	SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES Interim Presentation— Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP have been condensed or omitted in the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements. The Company believes the disclosures made are adequate to prevent the information presented from being misleading. However, the condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial statements as of and for the year ended December 31, 2018 , included in the combined annual report on Form 10-K filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on February 27, 2019. The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements reflect all adjustments (consisting only of normal and recurring items) necessary to present fairly the Company’s financial position as of September 30, 2019 , the results of the Company’s operations, comprehensive income and changes in equity for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 and cash flows for the nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 . Interim results are not necessarily indicative of full year performance because of the impact of seasonal and short-term variations, as well as the impact of acquisitions, dispositions, hotel renovations and financing or other capital transactions. Use of Estimates —The preparation of the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, and amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Management used significant estimates to determine the estimated useful lives of tangible assets as well as in the assessment of tangible and intangible assets for impairment, estimated liabilities for insurance reserves and income taxes and the grant-date fair value of certain equity-based awards. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Property and Equipment —Property and equipment additions are recorded at cost. Major improvements that extend the life or utility of property or equipment are capitalized and depreciated over a period equal to the shorter of the estimated useful life of the improvement or the remaining estimated useful life of the asset. Ordinary repairs and maintenance are charged to expense as incurred. Depreciation and amortization are recorded on a straight-line basis over estimated useful lives which range from two to 49 years . Management assesses the performance of long-lived assets for potential impairment quarterly, as well as when events or changes in circumstances indicate the carrying amount of an asset, or group of assets, may not be recoverable. Recoverability of property and equipment is measured by a comparison of the carrying amount of a hotel property (or group of hotel properties) to the estimated future undiscounted cash flows expected to be generated by the hotel property (or group of hotel properties). Impairment is recognized when estimated future undiscounted cash flows, including expected proceeds from disposition, are less than the carrying value of the hotel property (or group of hotel properties). To the extent that a hotel property (or group of hotel properties) is impaired, the excess carrying amount over its estimated fair value is recognized as an impairment charge and reduces income from operations. Fair value is determined based upon the discounted cash flows of the hotel property (or group of hotel properties), bids, quoted market prices or independent appraisals, as considered necessary. The estimation of future undiscounted cash flows is inherently uncertain and relies upon assumptions regarding current and future economic and market conditions. If such conditions change, impairment charges may occur in future periods (see Note 5 ). Revenue Generated from Owned and Operated Hotels — Revenue generated from owned and operated hotels consists of room and other hotel revenues recognized when services are provided. When a reservation is made, the Company deems that the parties have approved a contract in accordance with customary business practices and are committed to perform their respective obligations. At such time, each party’s rights regarding the services to be transferred are identified, payment terms are specified, the contract has commercial substance and, in most instances, it is probable the Company will collect substantially all consideration to which it will be entitled in exchange for services. Each room night consumed by a guest with a cancellable reservation represents a contract whereby the Company has a performance obligation to provide the room night at an agreed upon price. For cancellable reservations, the Company recognizes revenue as each performance obligation (i.e., each room night) is met. Such contract is renewed if the guest continues their stay. For room nights consumed by a guest with a non-cancellable reservation, the entire reservation period represents the contract term whereby the Company has a performance obligation to provide the room night or nights at an agreed upon price. For non-cancellable reservations, the Company recognizes revenue over the term of the performance period (i.e., the reservation period) as room nights are consumed. For these reservations, the room rate is typically fixed over the reservation period. The Company uses an output method based on performance completed to date (i.e., room nights consumed) to determine the amount of revenue it recognizes on a daily basis if the length of a non-cancellable reservation exceeds one night since consumption of room nights indicates when services are transferred to the guest. In certain instances, variable consideration may exist with respect to the transaction price, such as discounts, coupons and price concessions made upon guest checkout. In evaluating its performance obligation, the Company bundles the obligation to provide the guest the room itself with other obligations (such as free WiFi, grab and go breakfast, access to on-site laundry facilities and parking), as the other obligations are not distinct and separable because the guest cannot benefit from the additional amenities without the consumed room night. The Company’s obligation to provide the additional items or services is not separately identifiable from the fundamental contractual obligation (i.e., providing the room and its contents). The Company has no performance obligations once a guest’s stay is complete. Certain revenues are generated through third-party intermediaries or distribution channels (i.e., online travel agents). Regardless of the basis on which the Company is compensated (i.e., gross or net), the Company is responsible for fulfilling the promise to provide the hotel room and related services to the guest and retains inventory risk. Since the Company controls the inventory and services provided and because third-party intermediaries are typically not contractually required to guarantee room night consumption, the Company is the principal in these transactions. As such, the Company is required to record revenue at an amount equal to the price charged to the guest (i.e., on a gross basis). Third-party intermediaries that pay the Company directly (i.e., on a net basis) typically charge the guest additional fees, blend the room offering with other offerings at amounts which are not allocable and may adjust the price without the Company’s approval. As such, the Company is unable to calculate the room rate charged to the guest. Since any estimate the Company would make has significant uncertainty that ultimately would not be resolved, despite its role as principal, in these instances the Company records revenue equal to the amount paid by the third-party intermediaries (i.e., the net amount). Revenue Generated from Franchise and Management Fees — Revenue generated from franchise and management contracts consists of the following: • Franchise fees, which consist of an initial fee and an ongoing royalty fee based on a percentage of a hotel’s monthly revenue in exchange for the access to and use of the Company’s brand name and other intellectual property. Initial fees are deferred and recognized over the expected contract or customer life. Royalty fees are recognized over time as franchisees derive value from the license to use the intellectual property. • Management fees, which consist of an ongoing base fee calculated as a percentage of a hotel’s monthly revenue in exchange for on-site hotel management services. Management fees are recognized over time as third-party hotel owners derive value from on-site personnel and related services. • Other revenues from franchised and managed properties, which include the reimbursement of costs incurred on behalf of third-party owners on a direct and an indirect basis, as follows: ◦ Direct costs incurred with respect to management and franchise agreements include on-site hotel personnel and incremental reservation and distribution costs, respectively, for which the Company is reimbursed on a dollar-for-dollar basis. Since the Company employs the hotel personnel and has discretion over reservation and distribution costs, it is the principal with respect to these services and revenue is recognized on a gross basis. ◦ Indirect costs incurred with respect to franchise agreements include costs associated with certain shared system-wide platforms (i.e., system services), such as marketing, technology infrastructure, central reservations, national sales and revenue management systems. The Company is reimbursed for indirect costs through a system service, or program, fee based on a percentage of a hotel’s monthly revenue. System service fees are recognized over time as franchisees derive value from the license to use these processes and systems. The Company has discretion over how it spends system service fees and is the principal with respect to these services. Revenue is recognized on a gross basis; expense is recognized as incurred. Over time, the Company manages system services to break-even, but the timing of revenue will typically not align with the expense to operate the programs. The promise to provide access to the Company’s intellectual property is combined with the promise to provide system services to form a single performance obligation since the promises generally accompany one another. Hotel management services form a single performance obligation. As noted above, each identified performance obligation is considered to be a series of services transferred over time. Revenue is recognized on an output method based on performance completed to date. The Company recognizes revenue in the amount to which it has a right to bill third parties under their respective franchise and/or management agreements, as it has a right to consideration in an amount that corresponds directly with the third parties’ hotel revenues. Franchise, management and system service fees are characterized as variable consideration and vary from period to period. In the event that fees include variables that extend beyond the current period, the Company uses the most likely amount method to determine the amount of revenue to record based on a reasonable revenue forecast for the applicable hotel. In most instances, the Company does not have constraining estimates, as hotel revenues are typically available and obtained monthly. Segments —The Company has two reportable operating segments based on the manner in which we evaluate our business: (i) owned hotels and (ii) franchise and management. The Company assesses the performance of these segments on an individual basis (see Note 10 ). Recently Issued Accounting Standards Fair Value Measurement— In August 2018, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued an accounting standards update which modifies the disclosure requirements for fair value measurements in Topic 820, Fair Value Measurement . This update will be effective for fiscal years and interim periods within those fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, and may be early adopted. The Company does not expect the adoption of this update to have a material effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements. Intangibles-Goodwill and Other—Internal-Use Software— In August 2018, the FASB issued an accounting standards update which aligns the requirements for capitalizing implementation costs incurred in a hosting arrangement that is a service contract with the requirements for capitalizing implementation costs incurred to develop or obtain internal-use software and hosting arrangements that include an internal-use software license. This update will be effective for fiscal years and interim periods within those fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, and may be early adopted. The Company expects to apply this update prospectively and does not expect adoption to have a material effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements. Compensation—Stock Compensation— In June 2018, the FASB issued an accounting standards update which expands the scope of Topic 718, Stock Compensation, to include share-based payments granted to non-employees in exchange for goods or services. The new guidance simplifies the accounting for share-based payments granted to non-employees for goods or services by aligning it with the accounting for share-based payments granted to employees, with certain exceptions. Under the new guidance, non-employee share-based payment awards included within the scope of Topic 718 will be measured at the grant-date fair value of the equity instruments. In addition, classification of non-employee share-based payment awards will be subject to the requirements of Topic 718 unless modified after the good has been delivered and/or the service has been rendered and any other conditions necessary to earn the right to benefit from the instruments have been satisfied. This approach will eliminate the requirement to reassess classification of such awards upon vesting. The Company adopted this update on January 1, 2019, using a retrospective method. The adoption of this update did not have a material effect on the Company’s condensed consolidated financial statements. Comprehensive Income— In February 2018, the FASB issued an accounting standards update that allows a reclassification from accumulated other comprehensive income to retained earnings for stranded tax effects resulting from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (“TCJA”). The Company adopted this update on January 1, 2019, using a retrospective method. The adoption of this update did not have a material effect on the Company’s condensed consolidated financial statements. Goodwill— In January 2017, the FASB issued an accounting standards update in which the guidance on testing for goodwill was updated to eliminate Step 2 in the determination on whether goodwill should be considered impaired. Annual and/or interim assessments are still required. This update will be effective for fiscal years and interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, and may be adopted early. The Company expects to apply this update prospectively and does not expect adoption to have a material effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements. Financial Instruments—Credit Losses— In June 2016, the FASB issued an accounting standards update which requires the measurement of an impairment allowance for certain financial assets based on a company’s current estimate of all contractual cash flows it does not expect to collect. This update will be effective for fiscal years and interim periods within those fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, and may be adopted early. The Company expects to apply this update using a modified retrospective method and does not expect adoption to have a material effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements. Leases— ASC 842, Leases , introduced a lessee model that requires a right-of-use asset and lease obligation to be presented on the balance sheet for all leases, whether operating or financing. The Company adopted ASC 842 on January 1, 2019, using the modified retrospective approach with the Comparatives Under 840 Option, whereby the Company applied the standard at the beginning of the period of adoption and has presented financial information for periods prior to January 1, 2019 in accordance with prior guidance. Upon adoption, the Company elected practical expedients related to (i) the identification and classification of leases that commenced before the effective date, (ii) initial direct costs for leases that commenced before the effective date, (iii) the ability to use hindsight in evaluating lessee options to extend or terminate a lease or to purchase the underlying asset, (iv) land easements and (v) the evaluation of lease and non-lease components of a contract. Implementation had no cumulative effect on retained earnings. Adoption resulted in the recognition of operating lease right-of-use assets of $7.1 million as of January 1, 2019, which included adjustments for accrued lease payments, above market lease liabilities and lease incentives, and liabilities of $14.5 million . Finance lease right-of-use assets and liabilities recognized as of January 1, 2019, included preexisting assets and liabilities of $3.8 million and $3.4 million , respectively, related to capital leases accounted for under prior guidance. Judgement was exercised in the application of ASC 842 with respect to the determination of whether a contract contains a lease. While the ability to control and direct the use of an identified asset indicates that the contract, or portion of a contract, is a lease, a counterparty’s substantive substitution rights typically provide evidence that a lessee does not control the asset. Judgement was also exercised with respect to the determination of the discount rate used to determine the present value of lease payments. In instances in which interest rates implicit in leases are not readily determinable, the Company uses its incremental borrowing rate. The substantial majority of widely available market maturities and asset-specific risk spreads may not match the underlying contract and, as such, borrowing rates and risk spreads are estimated based on the contract’s term, the counterparty’s security and other characteristics of the identified asset.

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SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES - REIT	9 Months Ended
SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES - REIT	Sep. 30, 2019
Entity Information [Line Items]
SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES	SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES Interim Presentation— Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP have been condensed or omitted in the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements. The Company believes the disclosures made are adequate to prevent the information presented from being misleading. However, the condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial statements as of and for the year ended December 31, 2018 , included in the combined annual report on Form 10-K filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on February 27, 2019. The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements reflect all adjustments (consisting only of normal and recurring items) necessary to present fairly the Company’s financial position as of September 30, 2019 , the results of the Company’s operations, comprehensive income and changes in equity for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 and cash flows for the nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 . Interim results are not necessarily indicative of full year performance because of the impact of seasonal and short-term variations, as well as the impact of acquisitions, dispositions, hotel renovations and financing or other capital transactions. Use of Estimates —The preparation of the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, and amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Management used significant estimates to determine the estimated useful lives of tangible assets as well as in the assessment of tangible and intangible assets for impairment, estimated liabilities for insurance reserves and income taxes and the grant-date fair value of certain equity-based awards. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Property and Equipment —Property and equipment additions are recorded at cost. Major improvements that extend the life or utility of property or equipment are capitalized and depreciated over a period equal to the shorter of the estimated useful life of the improvement or the remaining estimated useful life of the asset. Ordinary repairs and maintenance are charged to expense as incurred. Depreciation and amortization are recorded on a straight-line basis over estimated useful lives which range from two to 49 years . Management assesses the performance of long-lived assets for potential impairment quarterly, as well as when events or changes in circumstances indicate the carrying amount of an asset, or group of assets, may not be recoverable. Recoverability of property and equipment is measured by a comparison of the carrying amount of a hotel property (or group of hotel properties) to the estimated future undiscounted cash flows expected to be generated by the hotel property (or group of hotel properties). Impairment is recognized when estimated future undiscounted cash flows, including expected proceeds from disposition, are less than the carrying value of the hotel property (or group of hotel properties). To the extent that a hotel property (or group of hotel properties) is impaired, the excess carrying amount over its estimated fair value is recognized as an impairment charge and reduces income from operations. Fair value is determined based upon the discounted cash flows of the hotel property (or group of hotel properties), bids, quoted market prices or independent appraisals, as considered necessary. The estimation of future undiscounted cash flows is inherently uncertain and relies upon assumptions regarding current and future economic and market conditions. If such conditions change, impairment charges may occur in future periods (see Note 5 ). Revenue Generated from Owned and Operated Hotels — Revenue generated from owned and operated hotels consists of room and other hotel revenues recognized when services are provided. When a reservation is made, the Company deems that the parties have approved a contract in accordance with customary business practices and are committed to perform their respective obligations. At such time, each party’s rights regarding the services to be transferred are identified, payment terms are specified, the contract has commercial substance and, in most instances, it is probable the Company will collect substantially all consideration to which it will be entitled in exchange for services. Each room night consumed by a guest with a cancellable reservation represents a contract whereby the Company has a performance obligation to provide the room night at an agreed upon price. For cancellable reservations, the Company recognizes revenue as each performance obligation (i.e., each room night) is met. Such contract is renewed if the guest continues their stay. For room nights consumed by a guest with a non-cancellable reservation, the entire reservation period represents the contract term whereby the Company has a performance obligation to provide the room night or nights at an agreed upon price. For non-cancellable reservations, the Company recognizes revenue over the term of the performance period (i.e., the reservation period) as room nights are consumed. For these reservations, the room rate is typically fixed over the reservation period. The Company uses an output method based on performance completed to date (i.e., room nights consumed) to determine the amount of revenue it recognizes on a daily basis if the length of a non-cancellable reservation exceeds one night since consumption of room nights indicates when services are transferred to the guest. In certain instances, variable consideration may exist with respect to the transaction price, such as discounts, coupons and price concessions made upon guest checkout. In evaluating its performance obligation, the Company bundles the obligation to provide the guest the room itself with other obligations (such as free WiFi, grab and go breakfast, access to on-site laundry facilities and parking), as the other obligations are not distinct and separable because the guest cannot benefit from the additional amenities without the consumed room night. The Company’s obligation to provide the additional items or services is not separately identifiable from the fundamental contractual obligation (i.e., providing the room and its contents). The Company has no performance obligations once a guest’s stay is complete. Certain revenues are generated through third-party intermediaries or distribution channels (i.e., online travel agents). Regardless of the basis on which the Company is compensated (i.e., gross or net), the Company is responsible for fulfilling the promise to provide the hotel room and related services to the guest and retains inventory risk. Since the Company controls the inventory and services provided and because third-party intermediaries are typically not contractually required to guarantee room night consumption, the Company is the principal in these transactions. As such, the Company is required to record revenue at an amount equal to the price charged to the guest (i.e., on a gross basis). Third-party intermediaries that pay the Company directly (i.e., on a net basis) typically charge the guest additional fees, blend the room offering with other offerings at amounts which are not allocable and may adjust the price without the Company’s approval. As such, the Company is unable to calculate the room rate charged to the guest. Since any estimate the Company would make has significant uncertainty that ultimately would not be resolved, despite its role as principal, in these instances the Company records revenue equal to the amount paid by the third-party intermediaries (i.e., the net amount). Revenue Generated from Franchise and Management Fees — Revenue generated from franchise and management contracts consists of the following: • Franchise fees, which consist of an initial fee and an ongoing royalty fee based on a percentage of a hotel’s monthly revenue in exchange for the access to and use of the Company’s brand name and other intellectual property. Initial fees are deferred and recognized over the expected contract or customer life. Royalty fees are recognized over time as franchisees derive value from the license to use the intellectual property. • Management fees, which consist of an ongoing base fee calculated as a percentage of a hotel’s monthly revenue in exchange for on-site hotel management services. Management fees are recognized over time as third-party hotel owners derive value from on-site personnel and related services. • Other revenues from franchised and managed properties, which include the reimbursement of costs incurred on behalf of third-party owners on a direct and an indirect basis, as follows: ◦ Direct costs incurred with respect to management and franchise agreements include on-site hotel personnel and incremental reservation and distribution costs, respectively, for which the Company is reimbursed on a dollar-for-dollar basis. Since the Company employs the hotel personnel and has discretion over reservation and distribution costs, it is the principal with respect to these services and revenue is recognized on a gross basis. ◦ Indirect costs incurred with respect to franchise agreements include costs associated with certain shared system-wide platforms (i.e., system services), such as marketing, technology infrastructure, central reservations, national sales and revenue management systems. The Company is reimbursed for indirect costs through a system service, or program, fee based on a percentage of a hotel’s monthly revenue. System service fees are recognized over time as franchisees derive value from the license to use these processes and systems. The Company has discretion over how it spends system service fees and is the principal with respect to these services. Revenue is recognized on a gross basis; expense is recognized as incurred. Over time, the Company manages system services to break-even, but the timing of revenue will typically not align with the expense to operate the programs. The promise to provide access to the Company’s intellectual property is combined with the promise to provide system services to form a single performance obligation since the promises generally accompany one another. Hotel management services form a single performance obligation. As noted above, each identified performance obligation is considered to be a series of services transferred over time. Revenue is recognized on an output method based on performance completed to date. The Company recognizes revenue in the amount to which it has a right to bill third parties under their respective franchise and/or management agreements, as it has a right to consideration in an amount that corresponds directly with the third parties’ hotel revenues. Franchise, management and system service fees are characterized as variable consideration and vary from period to period. In the event that fees include variables that extend beyond the current period, the Company uses the most likely amount method to determine the amount of revenue to record based on a reasonable revenue forecast for the applicable hotel. In most instances, the Company does not have constraining estimates, as hotel revenues are typically available and obtained monthly. Segments —The Company has two reportable operating segments based on the manner in which we evaluate our business: (i) owned hotels and (ii) franchise and management. The Company assesses the performance of these segments on an individual basis (see Note 10 ). Recently Issued Accounting Standards Fair Value Measurement— In August 2018, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued an accounting standards update which modifies the disclosure requirements for fair value measurements in Topic 820, Fair Value Measurement . This update will be effective for fiscal years and interim periods within those fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, and may be early adopted. The Company does not expect the adoption of this update to have a material effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements. Intangibles-Goodwill and Other—Internal-Use Software— In August 2018, the FASB issued an accounting standards update which aligns the requirements for capitalizing implementation costs incurred in a hosting arrangement that is a service contract with the requirements for capitalizing implementation costs incurred to develop or obtain internal-use software and hosting arrangements that include an internal-use software license. This update will be effective for fiscal years and interim periods within those fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, and may be early adopted. The Company expects to apply this update prospectively and does not expect adoption to have a material effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements. Compensation—Stock Compensation— In June 2018, the FASB issued an accounting standards update which expands the scope of Topic 718, Stock Compensation, to include share-based payments granted to non-employees in exchange for goods or services. The new guidance simplifies the accounting for share-based payments granted to non-employees for goods or services by aligning it with the accounting for share-based payments granted to employees, with certain exceptions. Under the new guidance, non-employee share-based payment awards included within the scope of Topic 718 will be measured at the grant-date fair value of the equity instruments. In addition, classification of non-employee share-based payment awards will be subject to the requirements of Topic 718 unless modified after the good has been delivered and/or the service has been rendered and any other conditions necessary to earn the right to benefit from the instruments have been satisfied. This approach will eliminate the requirement to reassess classification of such awards upon vesting. The Company adopted this update on January 1, 2019, using a retrospective method. The adoption of this update did not have a material effect on the Company’s condensed consolidated financial statements. Comprehensive Income— In February 2018, the FASB issued an accounting standards update that allows a reclassification from accumulated other comprehensive income to retained earnings for stranded tax effects resulting from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (“TCJA”). The Company adopted this update on January 1, 2019, using a retrospective method. The adoption of this update did not have a material effect on the Company’s condensed consolidated financial statements. Goodwill— In January 2017, the FASB issued an accounting standards update in which the guidance on testing for goodwill was updated to eliminate Step 2 in the determination on whether goodwill should be considered impaired. Annual and/or interim assessments are still required. This update will be effective for fiscal years and interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, and may be adopted early. The Company expects to apply this update prospectively and does not expect adoption to have a material effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements. Financial Instruments—Credit Losses— In June 2016, the FASB issued an accounting standards update which requires the measurement of an impairment allowance for certain financial assets based on a company’s current estimate of all contractual cash flows it does not expect to collect. This update will be effective for fiscal years and interim periods within those fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, and may be adopted early. The Company expects to apply this update using a modified retrospective method and does not expect adoption to have a material effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements. Leases— ASC 842, Leases , introduced a lessee model that requires a right-of-use asset and lease obligation to be presented on the balance sheet for all leases, whether operating or financing. The Company adopted ASC 842 on January 1, 2019, using the modified retrospective approach with the Comparatives Under 840 Option, whereby the Company applied the standard at the beginning of the period of adoption and has presented financial information for periods prior to January 1, 2019 in accordance with prior guidance. Upon adoption, the Company elected practical expedients related to (i) the identification and classification of leases that commenced before the effective date, (ii) initial direct costs for leases that commenced before the effective date, (iii) the ability to use hindsight in evaluating lessee options to extend or terminate a lease or to purchase the underlying asset, (iv) land easements and (v) the evaluation of lease and non-lease components of a contract. Implementation had no cumulative effect on retained earnings. Adoption resulted in the recognition of operating lease right-of-use assets of $7.1 million as of January 1, 2019, which included adjustments for accrued lease payments, above market lease liabilities and lease incentives, and liabilities of $14.5 million . Finance lease right-of-use assets and liabilities recognized as of January 1, 2019, included preexisting assets and liabilities of $3.8 million and $3.4 million , respectively, related to capital leases accounted for under prior guidance. Judgement was exercised in the application of ASC 842 with respect to the determination of whether a contract contains a lease. While the ability to control and direct the use of an identified asset indicates that the contract, or portion of a contract, is a lease, a counterparty’s substantive substitution rights typically provide evidence that a lessee does not control the asset. Judgement was also exercised with respect to the determination of the discount rate used to determine the present value of lease payments. In instances in which interest rates implicit in leases are not readily determinable, the Company uses its incremental borrowing rate. The substantial majority of widely available market maturities and asset-specific risk spreads may not match the underlying contract and, as such, borrowing rates and risk spreads are estimated based on the contract’s term, the counterparty’s security and other characteristics of the identified asset.
ESH REIT
Entity Information [Line Items]
SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES	SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES Interim Presentation —Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP have been condensed or omitted in the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements. ESH REIT believes the disclosures made are adequate to prevent the information presented from being misleading. However, the condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial statements as of and for the year ended December 31, 2018 , included in the combined annual report on Form 10-K filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on February 27, 2019. The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements reflect all adjustments (consisting only of normal and recurring items) necessary to present fairly ESH REIT’s financial position as of September 30, 2019 , the results of ESH REIT’s operations, comprehensive income and changes in equity for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 and cash flows for the nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 . Interim results are not necessarily indicative of full year performance because of acquisitions, dispositions, financing or other capital transactions and the impact of accounting for variable rental payments under lease arrangements. Use of Estimates —The preparation of the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, and the amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Management used significant estimates to determine the estimated useful lives of tangible assets as well as in the assessment of tangible and intangible assets for impairment and the grant-date fair value of certain equity-based awards. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Property and Equipment —Property and equipment additions are recorded at cost. Major improvements that extend the life or utility of property or equipment are capitalized and depreciated over a period equal to the shorter of the estimated useful life of the improvement or the remaining estimated useful life of the asset. Ordinary repairs and maintenance are charged to expense as incurred. Depreciation and amortization are recorded on a straight-line basis over estimated useful lives which range from two to 49 years . Management assesses the performance of long-lived assets for potential impairment quarterly, as well as when events or changes in circumstances indicate the carrying amount of an asset, or group of assets, may not be recoverable. Recoverability of property and equipment is measured by a comparison of the carrying amount of a hotel property or group of hotel properties (when they are grouped under ESH REIT’s leases), to the estimated future undiscounted cash flows expected to be generated by each hotel property or group of hotel properties. Impairment is recognized when estimated future undiscounted cash flows, including expected proceeds from disposition, are less than the carrying value of the hotel property or group of hotel properties. To the extent that a hotel property or group of hotel properties is impaired, the excess carrying amount over estimated fair value is recognized as an impairment charge and reduces income from operations. Fair value is determined based upon the discounted cash flows of a hotel property or group of hotel properties, bids, quoted market prices or independent appraisals, as considered necessary. The estimation of future undiscounted cash flows is inherently uncertain and relies upon assumptions regarding current and future economic and market conditions. If such conditions change, impairment charges may occur in future periods (see Note 5 ). Revenue Recognition —ESH REIT’s sole source of revenues is rental revenue derived from operating leases with subsidiaries of the Corporation (i.e., all revenues are generated from agreements with related parties (see Note 10 ). Rental revenues are recorded on a straight-line basis as they are earned during the lease terms. Rents receivable from Extended Stay America, Inc. on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets represent monthly rental amounts contractually due. Deferred rents receivable from Extended Stay America, Inc. on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets represent the cumulative difference between straight-line rental revenues recognized and rental revenues contractually due. Lease rental payments received prior to rendering services are included in unearned rental revenues from Extended Stay America, Inc. on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. Variable rental revenues, specifically percentage rental revenues related to hotel revenues of the Operating Lessees, are recognized when such amounts are fixed and determinable (i.e., only when percentage rental revenue thresholds have been achieved). Recently Issued Accounting Standards Fair Value Measurement— In August 2018, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued an accounting standards update which modifies the disclosure requirements for fair value measurements in Topic 820, Fair Value Measurement . This update will be effective for fiscal years and interim periods within those fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, and may be early adopted. ESH REIT does not expect the adoption of this update to have a material effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements. Intangibles-Goodwill and Other—Internal-Use Software— In August 2018, the FASB issued an accounting standards update which aligns the requirements for capitalizing implementation costs incurred in a hosting arrangement that is a service contract with the requirements for capitalizing implementation costs incurred to develop or obtain internal-use software and hosting arrangements that include an internal-use software license. This update will be effective for fiscal years and interim periods within those fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, and may be early adopted. ESH REIT expects to apply this update prospectively and does not expect adoption to have a material effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements. Compensation—Stock Compensation— In June 2018, the FASB issued an accounting standards update which expands the scope of Topic 718, Stock Compensation, to include share-based payments granted to non-employees in exchange for goods or services. The new guidance simplifies the accounting for share-based payments granted to non-employees for goods or services by aligning it with the accounting for share-based payments granted to employees, with certain exceptions. Under the new guidance, non-employee share-based payment awards included within the scope of Topic 718 will be measured at the grant-date fair value of the equity instruments. In addition, classification of non-employee share-based payment awards will be subject to the requirements of Topic 718 unless modified after the good has been delivered and/or the service has been rendered and any other conditions necessary to earn the right to benefit from the instruments have been satisfied. This approach will eliminate the requirement to reassess classification of such awards upon vesting. ESH REIT adopted this update on January 1, 2019, using a retrospective method. The adoption of this update did not have a material effect on ESH REIT’s condensed consolidated financial statements. Goodwill —In January 2017, the FASB issued an accounting standards update in which the guidance on testing for goodwill was updated to eliminate Step 2 in the determination on whether goodwill should be considered impaired. Annual and/or interim assessments are still required. This update will be effective for fiscal years and interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, and may be adopted early. ESH REIT expects to apply this update prospectively and does not expect adoption to have a material effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements. Leases —ASC 842, Leases , introduced a lessee model that requires a right-of-use asset and lease obligation to be presented on the balance sheet for all leases, whether operating or financing. ESH REIT adopted ASC 842 on January 1, 2019, using the modified retrospective approach with the Comparatives Under 840 Option, whereby ESH REIT applied the standard at the beginning of the period of adoption and has presented financial information for periods prior to January 1, 2019 in accordance with prior guidance. Upon adoption, ESH REIT elected practical expedients related to (i) the identification and classification of leases that commenced before the effective date, (ii) initial direct costs for leases that commenced before the effective date, (iii) the ability to use hindsight in evaluating lessee options to extend or terminate a lease or to purchase the underlying asset, (iv) land easements and (v) the evaluation of lease and non-lease components of a contract. Implementation had no cumulative effect on retained earnings. Adoption resulted in the recognition of operating lease right-of-use assets of $2.8 million as of January 1, 2019, which included adjustments for accrued lease payments, above market lease liabilities and lease incentives, and liabilities of $9.3 million . Finance lease right-of-use assets and liabilities recognized as of January 1, 2019, included preexisting assets and liabilities of $3.8 million and $3.4 million , respectively, related to capital leases accounted for under prior guidance. Judgement was exercised in the application of ASC 842 with respect to the determination of whether a contract contains a lease. While the ability to control and direct the use of an identified asset indicates that the contract, or portion of a contract, is a lease, a counterparty’s substantive substitution rights typically provide evidence that a lessee does not control the asset. Judgement was also exercised with respect to the determination of the discount rate used to determine the present value of lease payments. In instances in which interest rates implicit in leases are not readily determinable, ESH REIT uses its incremental borrowing rate. The substantial majority of widely available market maturities and asset-specific risk spreads may not match the underlying contract and, as such, borrowing rates and risk spreads are estimated based on the contract’s term, the counterparty’s security and other characteristics of the identified asset. Under ASC 842, lessor accounting for leases did not substantially change from previous guidance; however, the standard introduced certain modifications to conform lessor accounting with the lessee model, further defined certain lease and non-lease components and changed the definition of initial direct costs of leases. The adoption of ASC 842 did not have a material effect on ESH REIT’s revenue recognition or related disclosures.

NET INCOME PER SHARE

NET INCOME PER SHARE	9 Months Ended
NET INCOME PER SHARE	Sep. 30, 2019
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
NET INCOME PER SHARE	NET INCOME PER SHARE Basic net income per share is computed by dividing net income available to common shareholders by the weighted-average number of shares of the Corporation’s unrestricted common stock outstanding. Diluted net income per share is computed by dividing net income available to common shareholders, as adjusted for potentially dilutive securities, by the weighted-average number of shares of unrestricted common stock outstanding plus other potentially dilutive securities. Dilutive securities include certain equity-based awards (see Note 13 ) and are included in the calculation provided that the inclusion of such securities is not anti-dilutive. The calculations of basic and diluted net income per share, including a reconciliation of the numerators and denominators, are as follows (in thousands, except per share data): Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended 2019 2018 2019 2018 Numerator: Net income available to Extended Stay America, Inc. common shareholders - basic $ 41,071 $ 71,902 $ 116,502 $ 151,810 Income attributable to noncontrolling interests assuming conversion (6 ) (5 ) (19 ) (26 ) Net income available to Extended Stay America, Inc. common shareholders - diluted $ 41,065 $ 71,897 $ 116,483 $ 151,784 Denominator: Weighted-average number of Extended Stay America, Inc. common shares outstanding - basic 186,844 188,822 188,063 189,681 Dilutive securities 171 431 254 430 Weighted-average number of Extended Stay America, Inc. common shares outstanding - diluted 187,015 189,253 188,317 190,111 Net income per Extended Stay America, Inc. common share - basic $ 0.22 $ 0.38 $ 0.62 $ 0.80 Net income per Extended Stay America, Inc. common share - diluted $ 0.22 $ 0.38 $ 0.62 $ 0.80

NET INCOME PER SHARE - REIT

NET INCOME PER SHARE - REIT	9 Months Ended
NET INCOME PER SHARE - REIT	Sep. 30, 2019
Entity Information [Line Items]
NET INCOME PER SHARE	NET INCOME PER SHARE Basic net income per share is computed by dividing net income available to common shareholders by the weighted-average number of shares of the Corporation’s unrestricted common stock outstanding. Diluted net income per share is computed by dividing net income available to common shareholders, as adjusted for potentially dilutive securities, by the weighted-average number of shares of unrestricted common stock outstanding plus other potentially dilutive securities. Dilutive securities include certain equity-based awards (see Note 13 ) and are included in the calculation provided that the inclusion of such securities is not anti-dilutive. The calculations of basic and diluted net income per share, including a reconciliation of the numerators and denominators, are as follows (in thousands, except per share data): Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended 2019 2018 2019 2018 Numerator: Net income available to Extended Stay America, Inc. common shareholders - basic $ 41,071 $ 71,902 $ 116,502 $ 151,810 Income attributable to noncontrolling interests assuming conversion (6 ) (5 ) (19 ) (26 ) Net income available to Extended Stay America, Inc. common shareholders - diluted $ 41,065 $ 71,897 $ 116,483 $ 151,784 Denominator: Weighted-average number of Extended Stay America, Inc. common shares outstanding - basic 186,844 188,822 188,063 189,681 Dilutive securities 171 431 254 430 Weighted-average number of Extended Stay America, Inc. common shares outstanding - diluted 187,015 189,253 188,317 190,111 Net income per Extended Stay America, Inc. common share - basic $ 0.22 $ 0.38 $ 0.62 $ 0.80 Net income per Extended Stay America, Inc. common share - diluted $ 0.22 $ 0.38 $ 0.62 $ 0.80
ESH REIT
Entity Information [Line Items]
NET INCOME PER SHARE	NET INCOME PER SHARE Basic net income per share is computed by dividing net income available to Class A and Class B common shareholders by the weighted-average number of shares of unrestricted Class A and Class B common stock outstanding, respectively. Diluted net income per share is computed by dividing net income available to Class A and Class B common shareholders, as adjusted for potentially dilutive securities, by the weighted-average number of shares of unrestricted Class A and Class B common stock outstanding, respectively, plus other potentially dilutive securities. Dilutive securities include certain equity-based awards and are included in the calculation provided that the inclusion of such securities is not anti-dilutive. The calculations of basic and diluted net income per share, including a reconciliation of the numerators and denominators, are as follows (in thousands, except per share data): Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended 2019 2018 2019 2018 Numerator: Net income $ 28,467 $ 8,821 $ 57,882 $ 47,592 Less preferred dividends (4 ) (4 ) (12 ) (12 ) Net income available to ESH Hospitality, Inc. common shareholders $ 28,463 $ 8,817 $ 57,870 $ 47,580 Class A: Net income available to ESH Hospitality, Inc. Class A common $ 16,303 $ 5,027 $ 33,054 $ 27,077 Amounts attributable to ESH Hospitality, Inc. Class B (6 ) (5 ) (19 ) (26 ) Net income available to ESH Hospitality, Inc. Class A common $ 16,297 $ 5,022 $ 33,035 $ 27,051 Class B: Net income available to ESH Hospitality, Inc. Class B common $ 12,160 $ 3,790 $ 24,816 $ 20,503 Amounts attributable to ESH Hospitality, Inc. Class B 6 5 19 26 Net income available to ESH Hospitality, Inc. Class B common $ 12,166 $ 3,795 $ 24,835 $ 20,529 Denominator: Class A: Weighted-average number of ESH Hospitality, Inc. Class A common 250,494 250,494 250,494 250,494 Class B: Weighted-average number of ESH Hospitality, Inc. Class B common 186,844 188,822 188,063 189,681 Dilutive securities 171 431 254 430 Weighted-average number of ESH Hospitality, Inc. Class B common 187,015 189,253 188,317 190,111 Net income per ESH Hospitality, Inc. common share - Class A - basic $ 0.07 $ 0.02 $ 0.13 $ 0.11 Net income per ESH Hospitality, Inc. common share - Class A - diluted $ 0.07 $ 0.02 $ 0.13 $ 0.11 Net income per ESH Hospitality, Inc. common share - Class B - basic $ 0.07 $ 0.02 $ 0.13 $ 0.11 Net income per ESH Hospitality, Inc. common share - Class B - diluted $ 0.07 $ 0.02 $ 0.13 $ 0.11

HOTEL DISPOSITIONS

HOTEL DISPOSITIONS	9 Months Ended
HOTEL DISPOSITIONS	Sep. 30, 2019
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
HOTEL DISPOSITIONS	HOTEL DISPOSITIONS No hotels were sold during the three or nine months ended September 30, 2019 . The table below summarizes hotel dispositions during the year ended December 31, 2018 (in thousands, except number of hotels and number of rooms). None of the 2018 dispositions were reported as discontinued operations. Year Brand Location Month Sold Number of Number of Net Proceeds Gain (Loss) Franchised/Managed (1) 2018 Extended Stay America Various November 14 1,369 $ 34,855 $ 1,331 (2) Yes 2018 Extended Stay America Various September 16 1,680 60,710 6,293 (2) Yes 2018 Extended Stay America Various September 16 1,776 58,144 (3,014 ) (2) Yes 2018 Extended Stay America Various February 25 2,430 111,156 6,810 (2) Yes 2018 Extended Stay America Texas March 1 101 44,090 31,058 No (3) ________________________________ (1) As of September 30, 2019 . (2) Net of impairment charges of $16.8 million , $24.3 million , $6.3 million and $2.1 million , respectively, recognized prior to sale. (3) Management agreement terminated in August 2019. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , disposed hotel properties contributed total room and other hotel revenues, total operating expenses and gain (loss) before income tax expense as follows (in thousands): Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended Total room and other hotel revenues $ 16,363 $ 51,170 Total operating expenses (1) 12,295 78,390 Gain (loss) before income tax expense (1) 4,068 (27,220 ) ________________________________ (1) Includes impairment charges of $0 and $37.4 million for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , respectively.

HOTEL DISPOSITIONS - REIT

HOTEL DISPOSITIONS - REIT	9 Months Ended
HOTEL DISPOSITIONS - REIT	Sep. 30, 2019
Entity Information [Line Items]
HOTEL DISPOSITIONS	HOTEL DISPOSITIONS No hotels were sold during the three or nine months ended September 30, 2019 . The table below summarizes hotel dispositions during the year ended December 31, 2018 (in thousands, except number of hotels and number of rooms). None of the 2018 dispositions were reported as discontinued operations. Year Brand Location Month Sold Number of Number of Net Proceeds Gain (Loss) Franchised/Managed (1) 2018 Extended Stay America Various November 14 1,369 $ 34,855 $ 1,331 (2) Yes 2018 Extended Stay America Various September 16 1,680 60,710 6,293 (2) Yes 2018 Extended Stay America Various September 16 1,776 58,144 (3,014 ) (2) Yes 2018 Extended Stay America Various February 25 2,430 111,156 6,810 (2) Yes 2018 Extended Stay America Texas March 1 101 44,090 31,058 No (3) ________________________________ (1) As of September 30, 2019 . (2) Net of impairment charges of $16.8 million , $24.3 million , $6.3 million and $2.1 million , respectively, recognized prior to sale. (3) Management agreement terminated in August 2019. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , disposed hotel properties contributed total room and other hotel revenues, total operating expenses and gain (loss) before income tax expense as follows (in thousands): Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended Total room and other hotel revenues $ 16,363 $ 51,170 Total operating expenses (1) 12,295 78,390 Gain (loss) before income tax expense (1) 4,068 (27,220 ) ________________________________ (1) Includes impairment charges of $0 and $37.4 million for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , respectively.
ESH REIT
Entity Information [Line Items]
HOTEL DISPOSITIONS	HOTEL DISPOSITIONS No hotels were sold during the three or nine months ended September 30, 2019 . The table below summarizes hotel dispositions during the year ended December 31, 2018 (in thousands, except number of hotels and number of rooms). None of the 2018 dispositions were reported as discontinued operations. Year Brand Location Month Sold Number of Number of Net Proceeds (Loss) Gain 2018 Extended Stay America Various November 14 1,369 $ 34,855 $ (14,930 ) 2018 Extended Stay America Various September 16 1,680 60,710 (17,025 ) 2018 Extended Stay America Various September 16 1,776 58,144 (8,934 ) 2018 Extended Stay America Various February 25 2,430 111,156 4,269 2018 Extended Stay America Texas March 1 101 44,090 30,992 During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , disposed hotel properties contributed rental revenues, total operating expenses and income before income tax expense as follows (in thousands): Three Months Ended September 30, 2018 Nine Months Ended September 30, 2018 Rental revenues from Extended Stay America, Inc. $ 6,316 $ 20,349 Total operating expenses 4,319 15,637 Income before income tax expense 1,997 4,712

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT	9 Months Ended
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT	Sep. 30, 2019
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT	PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT Net investment in property and equipment as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , consists of the following (in thousands): September 30, December 31, 2018 Hotel properties: Land and site improvements (1) $ 1,218,581 $ 1,215,710 Building and improvements 2,754,786 2,729,661 Furniture, fixtures and equipment 726,980 674,545 Total hotel properties 4,700,347 4,619,916 Development in process (2) 74,125 27,174 Corporate furniture, fixtures, equipment and other 25,068 22,972 Undeveloped land parcel 1,675 1,675 Total cost 4,801,215 4,671,737 Less accumulated depreciation: Hotel properties (1,314,367 ) (1,201,260 ) Corporate furniture, fixtures, equipment and other (19,221 ) (16,845 ) Total accumulated depreciation (1,333,588 ) (1,218,105 ) Property and equipment - net $ 3,467,627 $ 3,453,632 _________________________________ (1) Includes finance lease asset of $3.2 million as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 . (2) Includes finance lease asset of $0.8 million and $0.6 million as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , respectively. As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , development in process consisted of 15 and 11 land parcels, respectively, which are in various phases of construction and/or development. The Company recognized an impairment charge of $ 2.7 million for one hotel located in New York during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 . The impairment charge was incurred as a result of a decline in the hotel’s estimated future operating cash flows. No impairment charges were recognized during the three months ended September 30, 2018 . During the nine months ended September 30, 2018 , the Company recognized $43.6 million of impairment charges for 21 hotels generally located in the Midwestern U.S., the majority of which were incurred in connection with evaluating the potential sale of certain non-core assets. The Company used Level 3 unobservable inputs and, in certain instances Level 2 observable inputs, to determine the impairment on its property and equipment. Quantitative information with respect to observable inputs consists of non-binding bids or, in certain instances, binding agreements to sell a hotel or portfolio of hotels to one or more third parties. Quantitative information with respect to unobservable inputs consists of internally developed cash flow models that include the following assumptions, among others: projections of revenues, expenses and hotel-related cash flows based on assumed long-term growth rates, demand trends, expected future capital expenditures and estimated discount rates that range from 6% to 10% and terminal capitalization rates that range from 7% to 11% . These assumptions are based on the Company’s historical data and experience, the Company’s budgets, industry projections and overall micro and macro-economic projections. The estimation and evaluation of future cash flows, in particular the holding period for real estate assets and asset composition and/or concentration within real estate portfolios, relies on judgments and assumptions regarding holding period, current and future operating and economic performance, and current and future market conditions. It is possible that such judgments and/or estimates will change; if this occurs, the Company may recognize additional impairment charges or losses on sale in future periods reflecting either changes in estimate, circumstance or the estimated market value of its assets.

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT - REIT

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT - REIT	9 Months Ended
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT - REIT	Sep. 30, 2019
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT	PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT Net investment in property and equipment as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , consists of the following (in thousands): September 30, December 31, 2018 Hotel properties: Land and site improvements (1) $ 1,218,581 $ 1,215,710 Building and improvements 2,754,786 2,729,661 Furniture, fixtures and equipment 726,980 674,545 Total hotel properties 4,700,347 4,619,916 Development in process (2) 74,125 27,174 Corporate furniture, fixtures, equipment and other 25,068 22,972 Undeveloped land parcel 1,675 1,675 Total cost 4,801,215 4,671,737 Less accumulated depreciation: Hotel properties (1,314,367 ) (1,201,260 ) Corporate furniture, fixtures, equipment and other (19,221 ) (16,845 ) Total accumulated depreciation (1,333,588 ) (1,218,105 ) Property and equipment - net $ 3,467,627 $ 3,453,632 _________________________________ (1) Includes finance lease asset of $3.2 million as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 . (2) Includes finance lease asset of $0.8 million and $0.6 million as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , respectively. As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , development in process consisted of 15 and 11 land parcels, respectively, which are in various phases of construction and/or development. The Company recognized an impairment charge of $ 2.7 million for one hotel located in New York during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 . The impairment charge was incurred as a result of a decline in the hotel’s estimated future operating cash flows. No impairment charges were recognized during the three months ended September 30, 2018 . During the nine months ended September 30, 2018 , the Company recognized $43.6 million of impairment charges for 21 hotels generally located in the Midwestern U.S., the majority of which were incurred in connection with evaluating the potential sale of certain non-core assets. The Company used Level 3 unobservable inputs and, in certain instances Level 2 observable inputs, to determine the impairment on its property and equipment. Quantitative information with respect to observable inputs consists of non-binding bids or, in certain instances, binding agreements to sell a hotel or portfolio of hotels to one or more third parties. Quantitative information with respect to unobservable inputs consists of internally developed cash flow models that include the following assumptions, among others: projections of revenues, expenses and hotel-related cash flows based on assumed long-term growth rates, demand trends, expected future capital expenditures and estimated discount rates that range from 6% to 10% and terminal capitalization rates that range from 7% to 11% . These assumptions are based on the Company’s historical data and experience, the Company’s budgets, industry projections and overall micro and macro-economic projections. The estimation and evaluation of future cash flows, in particular the holding period for real estate assets and asset composition and/or concentration within real estate portfolios, relies on judgments and assumptions regarding holding period, current and future operating and economic performance, and current and future market conditions. It is possible that such judgments and/or estimates will change; if this occurs, the Company may recognize additional impairment charges or losses on sale in future periods reflecting either changes in estimate, circumstance or the estimated market value of its assets.
ESH REIT
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT	PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT Net investment in property and equipment as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , consists of the following (in thousands): September 30, December 31, Hotel properties: Land and site improvements (1) $ 1,220,948 $ 1,218,077 Building and improvements 2,786,268 2,756,674 Furniture, fixtures and equipment 729,429 679,944 Total hotel properties 4,736,645 4,654,695 Development in process (2) 74,125 27,174 Undeveloped land parcel 1,675 1,675 Total cost 4,812,445 4,683,544 Less accumulated depreciation (1,332,796 ) (1,215,899 ) Property and equipment - net $ 3,479,649 $ 3,467,645 _________________________________ (1) Includes finance lease asset of $3.2 million as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018. (2) Includes finance lease asset of $0.8 million and $0.6 million as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018, respectively. As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , development in process consisted of 15 and 11 land parcels, respectively, which are in various phases of construction and/or development. ESH REIT uses Level 3 unobservable inputs and, in certain instances Level 2 observable inputs, to determine the impairment on its property and equipment. Quantitative information with respect to observable inputs consists of non-binding bids or, in certain instances, binding agreements to sell a hotel or portfolio of hotels to one or more third parties. Quantitative information with respect to unobservable inputs consists of internally developed cash flow models that include the following assumptions, among others: projections of revenues, expenses and hotel-related cash flows based on assumed long-term growth rates, demand trends, expected future capital expenditures and estimated discount rates. These assumptions are based on ESH REIT’s historical data and experience, budgets, industry projections and overall micro and macro-economic projections. The estimation and evaluation of future cash flows, in particular the holding period for real estate assets and asset composition and/or concentration within real estate portfolios, relies on judgments and assumptions regarding holding period, current and future operating and economic performance, and current and future market conditions. It is possible that such judgments and/or estimates will change; if this occurs, ESH REIT may recognize impairment charges or losses on sale of hotel properties in future periods reflecting either changes in estimate, circumstance or the estimated market value of assets.

INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL

INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL	9 Months Ended
INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL	Sep. 30, 2019
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]
INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL	INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL The Company’s intangible assets and goodwill as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , consist of the following (dollars in thousands): September 30, 2019 Gross Accumulated Net Book Definite-lived intangible assets—customer relationships $ 26,800 $ (12,035 ) $ 14,765 Definite-lived intangible assets—software licenses 8,508 (460 ) 8,048 Definite-lived intangible assets—software licenses in process 58 — 58 Indefinite-lived intangible assets—trademarks 10,164 — 10,164 Total intangible assets 45,530 (12,495 ) 33,035 Goodwill 45,192 — 45,192 Total intangible assets and goodwill $ 90,722 $ (12,495 ) $ 78,227 December 31, 2018 Gross Accumulated Net Book Definite-lived intangible assets—customer relationships $ 26,800 $ (11,029 ) $ 15,771 Definite-lived intangible assets—software licenses 1,926 (36 ) 1,890 Definite-lived intangible assets—software licenses in process 870 — 870 Indefinite-lived intangible assets—trademarks 10,183 — 10,183 Total intangible assets 39,779 (11,065 ) 28,714 Goodwill 45,192 — 45,192 Total intangible assets and goodwill $ 84,971 $ (11,065 ) $ 73,906 The remaining weighted-average amortization period for amortizing intangible assets is approximately 10 years as of September 30, 2019 . Estimated future amortization expense for amortizing intangible assets is as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Remainder of 2019 $ 583 2020 2,336 2021 2,336 2022 2,336 2023 2,336 2024 2,336 Thereafter 10,550 Total $ 22,813

INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL

INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL - REIT	9 Months Ended
INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL - REIT	Sep. 30, 2019
Entity Information [Line Items]
INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL	INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL The Company’s intangible assets and goodwill as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , consist of the following (dollars in thousands): September 30, 2019 Gross Accumulated Net Book Definite-lived intangible assets—customer relationships $ 26,800 $ (12,035 ) $ 14,765 Definite-lived intangible assets—software licenses 8,508 (460 ) 8,048 Definite-lived intangible assets—software licenses in process 58 — 58 Indefinite-lived intangible assets—trademarks 10,164 — 10,164 Total intangible assets 45,530 (12,495 ) 33,035 Goodwill 45,192 — 45,192 Total intangible assets and goodwill $ 90,722 $ (12,495 ) $ 78,227 December 31, 2018 Gross Accumulated Net Book Definite-lived intangible assets—customer relationships $ 26,800 $ (11,029 ) $ 15,771 Definite-lived intangible assets—software licenses 1,926 (36 ) 1,890 Definite-lived intangible assets—software licenses in process 870 — 870 Indefinite-lived intangible assets—trademarks 10,183 — 10,183 Total intangible assets 39,779 (11,065 ) 28,714 Goodwill 45,192 — 45,192 Total intangible assets and goodwill $ 84,971 $ (11,065 ) $ 73,906 The remaining weighted-average amortization period for amortizing intangible assets is approximately 10 years as of September 30, 2019 . Estimated future amortization expense for amortizing intangible assets is as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Remainder of 2019 $ 583 2020 2,336 2021 2,336 2022 2,336 2023 2,336 2024 2,336 Thereafter 10,550 Total $ 22,813
ESH REIT
Entity Information [Line Items]
INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL	INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL ESH REIT’s intangible assets and goodwill as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , consist of the following (dollars in thousands): September 30, 2019 Gross Carrying Amount Accumulated Amortization Net Book Value Definite-lived intangible assets—software licenses $ 8,508 $ (460 ) $ 8,048 Definite-lived intangible assets—software licenses in process 58 — 58 Total intangible assets 8,566 (460 ) 8,106 Goodwill 44,012 — 44,012 Total intangible assets and goodwill $ 52,578 $ (460 ) $ 52,118 December 31, 2018 Gross Carrying Amount Accumulated Amortization Net Book Value Definite-lived intangible assets—software licenses $ 1,926 $ (36 ) $ 1,890 Definite-lived intangible assets—software licenses in process 870 — 870 Total intangible assets 2,796 (36 ) 2,760 Goodwill 44,012 — 44,012 Total intangible assets and goodwill $ 46,808 $ (36 ) $ 46,772 The remaining weighted-average amortization period for amortizing intangible assets is approximately 8 years as of September 30, 2019 . Estimated future amortization expense for amortizing intangible assets is as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Remainder of 2019 $ 249 2020 996 2021 996 2022 996 2023 996 2024 996 Thereafter 2,819 Total $ 8,048

DEBT

DEBT	9 Months Ended
DEBT	Sep. 30, 2019
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
DEBT	DEBT Summary - The Company’s outstanding debt, net of unamortized debt discounts and unamortized deferred financing costs, as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , consists of the following (dollars in thousands): Stated Carrying Amount Unamortized Deferred Financing Costs Loan September 30, 2019 December 31, 2018 September 30, 2019 December 31, 2018 Stated Interest Rate Maturity Date Term loan facility ESH REIT Term Facility $ 630,909 $ 628,880 (1) $ 1,132,259 (1) $ 9,357 $ 10,546 LIBOR (2) + 2.00% 9/18/2026 (3) Senior notes 2027 Notes 750,000 750,000 — 14,054 — 4.63% 10/1/2027 2025 Notes 1,300,000 1,292,658 (4) 1,291,671 (4) 15,760 17,877 5.25% 5/1/2025 Revolving credit facilities ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility 350,000 — — 2,709 (5) 1,469 (5) LIBOR (2) + 2.00% 9/18/2024 Corporation Revolving Credit Facility 50,000 — — 551 (5) 292 (5) LIBOR (2) + 2.25% 9/18/2024 Unsecured Intercompany Facility Unsecured Intercompany Facility (6) 75,000 — — — — 5.00% 9/18/2026 Total $ 2,671,538 $ 2,423,930 $ 42,431 $ 30,184 _________________________________ (1) The ESH REIT Term Facility (defined below) is presented net of an unamortized debt discount of $2.0 million and $4.3 million as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , respectively. (2) As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , one-month LIBOR was 2.02% and 2.50% , respectively. As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , $250.0 million and $300.0 million , respectively, of the ESH REIT Term Facility was subject to an interest rate swap at a fixed rate of 1.175% . (3) Amortizes in equal quarterly installments of $1.6 million . In addition to scheduled amortization, subject to certain exceptions, annual mandatory prepayments of up to 50% of Excess Cash Flow, as defined, may be required. Annual mandatory prepayments for the year are due during the first quarter of the following year. No mandatory prepayments were required in the first quarter of 2019 based on ESH REIT’s Excess Cash Flow for the year ended December 31, 2018. (4) The 2025 Notes (defined below) are presented net of an unamortized discount of $7.3 million and $8.3 million as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , respectively. (5) Unamortized deferred financing costs related to revolving credit facilities are included in other assets in the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (6) Any outstanding debt balances and interest expense, as applicable, owed from ESH REIT to the Corporation eliminate in consolidation. ESH REIT Credit Facilities ESH REIT’s credit agreement, as may be amended and supplemented from time to time, provides for senior secured credit facilities (collectively, the “ESH REIT Credit Facilities”), which, as of September 30, 2019, consisted of a $630.9 million senior secured term loan facility (the “ESH REIT Term Facility”) and a $350.0 million senior secured revolving credit facility (the “ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility”). Subject to the satisfaction of certain criteria, borrowings under the ESH REIT Credit Facilities may be increased by an amount of up to $600.0 million , plus additional amounts, so long as, after giving effect to the incurrence of such incremental facility and the application of proceeds thereof, ESH REIT’s pro-forma senior loan-to-value ratio is less than or equal to 45% . In September 2019, ESH REIT entered into an amendment to the ESH REIT Credit Facilities whereby, among other things, proceeds from the issuance of the 2027 Notes (defined below) were used to repay $500.0 million of the outstanding borrowings under the ESH REIT Term Facility and the stated amount of the ESH REIT Term Facility was reduced from $1,130.0 million to $630.9 million . Additionally, the amendment reduced the interest rate applicable to the ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility and extended the maturity of both the ESH REIT Term Facility and the ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility. In connection with these transactions, ESH REIT incurred $6.7 million of debt extinguishment and modification costs, which consist of the write-off of unamortized deferred financing costs and discounts of $5.6 million and other costs of $1.1 million . Debt extinguishment and modification costs are included as a component of net interest expense in the accompanying condensed consolidated statements of operations. ESH REIT Term Facility — The ESH REIT Term Facility bears interest at a rate equal to (i) LIBOR plus 1.75% for any period during which ESH REIT maintains a public corporate family rating better than or equal to BB- (with a stable or better outlook) from S&P and Ba3 (with a stable or better outlook) from Moody’s (a “Level 1 Period”) or LIBOR plus 2.00% for any period other than a Level 1 Period; or (ii) a base rate, as defined, plus 0.75% during a Level 1 Period or 1.00% for any period other than a Level 1 Period. The ESH REIT Term Facility amortizes in equal quarterly installments of $1.6 million . In addition to scheduled amortization, subject to certain exceptions, annual mandatory prepayments of up to 50% of Excess Cash Flow, as defined, may be required. The ESH REIT Term Facility matures on September 18, 2026. ESH REIT has the option to voluntarily prepay outstanding loans under the ESH REIT Term Facility at any time upon prior written notice. In addition to customary breakage costs, amounts refinanced, substituted or replaced by indebtedness in connection with certain repricing transactions which have a lower all-in yield than the all-in yield under the ESH REIT Term Facility on or prior to March 18, 2020 (other than as a result of a transformative transaction) are subject to a prepayment penalty equal to 1.00% of the aggregate principal amount refinanced, substituted or replaced. Prepayments made after March 18, 2020 are not subject to a prepayment penalty. ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility — Borrowings under the ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility bear interest at a rate equal to (i) LIBOR plus a spread that ranges from 1.50% to 2.00% based on ESH REIT’s Consolidated Total Net Leverage Ratio, as defined, or (ii) a base rate (determined by reference to the highest of (A) the prime lending rate, (B) the overnight federal funds rate plus 0.50% , or (C) the one-month adjusted LIBOR rate plus 1.00% ) plus a spread that ranges from 0.50% to 1.00% based on ESH REIT’s Consolidated Total Net Leverage Ratio, as defined. ESH REIT incurs a fee of 0.30% or 0.175% on the unutilized revolver balance. ESH REIT is also required to pay customary letter of credit fees and agency fees. The ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility provides for the issuance of up to $50.0 million of letters of credit. As of September 30, 2019 , ESH REIT had no letters of credit outstanding under the facility and available borrowing capacity of $350.0 million . The ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility matures on September 18, 2024. ESH REIT 2027 Notes In September 2019, ESH REIT issued $750.0 million of its 4.625% senior notes due in 2027 (the “2027 Notes”) under an indenture with Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas, as trustee, at a price equal to 100% of par value in a private placement pursuant to Rule 144A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Proceeds received from the issuance of the 2027 Notes, net of financing costs, totaled $738.0 million , $500.0 million of which were used to repay a portion of outstanding borrowings under the ESH REIT Term Loan. The remaining proceeds, $238.0 million , are expected to be used for general corporate purposes. The 2027 Notes bear interest at a fixed rate of 4.625% per annum, payable semi-annually in arrears on April 1 and October 1 of each year, commencing April 1, 2020, and mature on October 1, 2027. The 2027 Notes are fully and unconditionally guaranteed, jointly and severally, on an unsecured basis by each of ESH REIT’s subsidiaries that guarantee ESH REIT’s obligations under the ESH REIT Credit Facilities. The 2027 Notes are not guaranteed by the Corporation or any of its subsidiaries that lease ESH REIT’s properties or its subsidiaries that engage in franchising or management activities or own intellectual property. The 2027 Notes rank equally in right of payment with ESH REIT’s existing and future senior unsecured indebtedness, and senior in right of payment to all future subordinated indebtedness, if any. The 2027 Notes are effectively junior to any of ESH REIT’s secured indebtedness to the extent of the value of the assets securing such indebtedness. ESH REIT may redeem the 2027 Notes at any time on or after October 1, 2022, in whole or in part, at a redemption price equal to 102.313% of the principal amount, declining annually to 100% of the principal amount from October 1, 2024 and thereafter, plus accrued and unpaid interest. Prior to October 1, 2022, ESH REIT may redeem the 2027 Notes, in whole or in part, at a redemption price equal to 100% of the principal amount, plus a “make-whole” premium, as defined, plus accrued and unpaid interest. Prior to October 1, 2022, subject to certain conditions, ESH REIT may redeem up to 35% of the aggregate principal amount of the 2027 Notes at a redemption price equal to 101% of the aggregate principal amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest, with the net cash proceeds from certain equity offerings, provided 65% of the original amount of the principal remains outstanding after the occurrence of each such redemption. Upon a Change of Control, as defined, holders of the 2027 Notes have the right to require ESH REIT to redeem the 2027 Notes at 101% of the principal amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest. ESH REIT 2025 Notes In May 2015 and March 2016, ESH REIT issued $500.0 million and $800.0 million , respectively, of its 5.25% senior notes due in 2025 (the “2025 Notes”) under an indenture with Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas, as trustee, in private placements pursuant to Rule 144A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. The 2025 Notes bear interest at a fixed rate of 5.25% per annum, payable semi-annually in arrears on May 1 and November 1 of each year, and mature on May 1, 2025. ESH REIT may redeem the 2025 Notes at any time on or after May 1, 2020, in whole or in part, at a redemption price equal to 102.625% of the principal amount, declining annually to 100% of the principal amount from May 1, 2023 and thereafter, plus accrued and unpaid interest. Prior to May 1, 2020, ESH REIT may redeem the 2025 Notes, in whole or in part, at a redemption price equal to 100% of the principal amount, plus a “make-whole” premium, as defined, plus accrued and unpaid interest. Upon a Change of Control, as defined, holders of the 2025 Notes have the right to require ESH REIT to redeem the 2025 Notes at 101% of the principal amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest. Corporation Revolving Credit Facility The Corporation’s revolving credit facility, as may be amended and supplemented from time to time (the “Corporation Revolving Credit Facility”), provides for the issuance of up to $50.0 million of letters of credit as well as borrowing on same day notice, referred to as swingline loans, in an amount of up to $20.0 million . In September 2019, the Corporation entered into an amendment to the Corporation Revolving Credit Facility which, among other things, extended the facility’s maturity and reduced the interest rate spread on utilized and unutilized revolver balances. Borrowings under the Corporation Revolving Credit Facility bear interest at a rate equal to (i) LIBOR plus 2.25% or (ii) a base rate (determined by reference to the highest of (A) the prime lending rate, (B) the overnight federal funds rate plus 0.50% or (C) the one-month adjusted LIBOR plus 1.00% ) plus 1.25% . As of September 30, 2019 , the Corporation had one letter of credit outstanding under the facility of $0.2 million and available borrowing capacity of $49.8 million . The Corporation Revolving Credit Facility matures on September 18, 2024. Unsecured Intercompany Facility In August 2016, ESH REIT, as borrower, and the Corporation, as lender, entered into an unsecured intercompany credit facility, as may be amended and supplemented from time to time (the “Unsecured Intercompany Facility”). In September 2019, the Unsecured Intercompany Facility was amended to, among other things, extend the facility’s maturity. Under the Unsecured Intercompany Facility, ESH REIT may borrow up to $300.0 million , plus additional amounts, in each case subject to certain conditions. Loans under the Unsecured Intercompany Facility bear interest at an annual rate of 5.0% . ESH REIT has the option to prepay outstanding balances under the facility without penalty. As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , the amount outstanding under the facility was $0 . There is no scheduled amortization, and the Unsecured Intercompany Facility matures on September 18, 2026. Covenants The ESH REIT Credit Facilities, the 2027 Notes, the 2025 Notes, the Corporation Revolving Credit Facility and the Unsecured Intercompany Facility contain a number of restrictive covenants that, among other things and subject to certain exceptions, limit the Corporation’s or ESH REIT’s ability and the ability of their respective subsidiaries to engage in certain transactions. In addition, the ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility and the Corporation Revolving Credit Facility contain financial covenants that, subject to certain conditions, require compliance with certain senior loan-to-value and consolidated leverage ratios. The agreements governing the Corporation’s and ESH REIT’s indebtedness also contain certain customary events of default, including, but not limited to, cross-defaults to certain other indebtedness and, in the case of the ESH REIT Credit Facilities and the Unsecured Intercompany Facility, certain material operating leases and management agreements. As of September 30, 2019 , the Corporation and ESH REIT were in compliance with all covenants under their respective debt agreements. Interest Expense, net —The components of net interest expense during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 , are as follows (in thousands): Three Months Ended September 30, Nine Months Ended September 30, 2019 2018 2019 2018 Contractual interest (1) $ 28,727 $ 29,120 $ 86,209 $ 87,158 Amortization of deferred financing costs and debt discount 2,014 1,996 6,007 6,008 Debt extinguishment and other costs (2) 7,117 231 7,923 2,428 Interest income (1,323 ) (340 ) (4,234 ) (522 ) Total $ 36,535 $ 31,007 $ 95,905 $ 95,072 ______________________ (1) Includes dividends on shares of mandatorily redeemable Corporation preferred stock. Net of capitalized interest of $0.6 million , $0.1 million , $1.4 million and $0.2 million , respectively. (2) Includes interest expense on finance leases (see Note 12 ) and unused credit facility fees. Mandatorily Redeemable Preferred Stock —The Corporation has authorized 350.0 million shares of preferred stock, $0.01 par value, of which 7,130 shares of mandatorily redeemable voting preferred stock were issued and outstanding as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018. Dividends on these mandatorily redeemable voting preferred shares are payable quarterly in arrears at a rate of 8.0% per year. With respect to dividend, distribution and liquidation rights, the 8.0% voting preferred stock ranks senior to the Corporation’s common stock. Holders of the 8.0% voting preferred stock have the right to require the Corporation to redeem in cash the 8.0% voting preferred stock at $1,000 per share plus any accumulated unpaid dividends. On November 15, 2020, the Corporation shall mandatorily redeem all of the 8.0% voting preferred stock at $1,000 per share plus any accumulated unpaid dividends. Fair Value of Debt and Mandatorily Redeemable Preferred Stock —As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , the estimated fair value of the Company’s debt was $2.7 billion and $2.3 billion , respectively, and the estimated fair value of the Corporation’s 8.0% mandatorily redeemable preferred stock was $7.1 million and $7.0 million , respectively. Estimated fair values are determined by comparing current borrowing rates and risk spreads offered in the market (Level 2 fair value measures) or quoted market prices (Level 1 fair value measures), when available, to the stated interest rates and spreads on the Company’s debt and the Corporation’s 8.0%

DEBT - REIT

DEBT - REIT	9 Months Ended
DEBT - REIT	Sep. 30, 2019
Entity Information [Line Items]
DEBT	DEBT Summary - The Company’s outstanding debt, net of unamortized debt discounts and unamortized deferred financing costs, as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , consists of the following (dollars in thousands): Stated Carrying Amount Unamortized Deferred Financing Costs Loan September 30, 2019 December 31, 2018 September 30, 2019 December 31, 2018 Stated Interest Rate Maturity Date Term loan facility ESH REIT Term Facility $ 630,909 $ 628,880 (1) $ 1,132,259 (1) $ 9,357 $ 10,546 LIBOR (2) + 2.00% 9/18/2026 (3) Senior notes 2027 Notes 750,000 750,000 — 14,054 — 4.63% 10/1/2027 2025 Notes 1,300,000 1,292,658 (4) 1,291,671 (4) 15,760 17,877 5.25% 5/1/2025 Revolving credit facilities ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility 350,000 — — 2,709 (5) 1,469 (5) LIBOR (2) + 2.00% 9/18/2024 Corporation Revolving Credit Facility 50,000 — — 551 (5) 292 (5) LIBOR (2) + 2.25% 9/18/2024 Unsecured Intercompany Facility Unsecured Intercompany Facility (6) 75,000 — — — — 5.00% 9/18/2026 Total $ 2,671,538 $ 2,423,930 $ 42,431 $ 30,184 _________________________________ (1) The ESH REIT Term Facility (defined below) is presented net of an unamortized debt discount of $2.0 million and $4.3 million as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , respectively. (2) As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , one-month LIBOR was 2.02% and 2.50% , respectively. As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , $250.0 million and $300.0 million , respectively, of the ESH REIT Term Facility was subject to an interest rate swap at a fixed rate of 1.175% . (3) Amortizes in equal quarterly installments of $1.6 million . In addition to scheduled amortization, subject to certain exceptions, annual mandatory prepayments of up to 50% of Excess Cash Flow, as defined, may be required. Annual mandatory prepayments for the year are due during the first quarter of the following year. No mandatory prepayments were required in the first quarter of 2019 based on ESH REIT’s Excess Cash Flow for the year ended December 31, 2018. (4) The 2025 Notes (defined below) are presented net of an unamortized discount of $7.3 million and $8.3 million as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , respectively. (5) Unamortized deferred financing costs related to revolving credit facilities are included in other assets in the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (6) Any outstanding debt balances and interest expense, as applicable, owed from ESH REIT to the Corporation eliminate in consolidation. ESH REIT Credit Facilities ESH REIT’s credit agreement, as may be amended and supplemented from time to time, provides for senior secured credit facilities (collectively, the “ESH REIT Credit Facilities”), which, as of September 30, 2019, consisted of a $630.9 million senior secured term loan facility (the “ESH REIT Term Facility”) and a $350.0 million senior secured revolving credit facility (the “ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility”). Subject to the satisfaction of certain criteria, borrowings under the ESH REIT Credit Facilities may be increased by an amount of up to $600.0 million , plus additional amounts, so long as, after giving effect to the incurrence of such incremental facility and the application of proceeds thereof, ESH REIT’s pro-forma senior loan-to-value ratio is less than or equal to 45% . In September 2019, ESH REIT entered into an amendment to the ESH REIT Credit Facilities whereby, among other things, proceeds from the issuance of the 2027 Notes (defined below) were used to repay $500.0 million of the outstanding borrowings under the ESH REIT Term Facility and the stated amount of the ESH REIT Term Facility was reduced from $1,130.0 million to $630.9 million . Additionally, the amendment reduced the interest rate applicable to the ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility and extended the maturity of both the ESH REIT Term Facility and the ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility. In connection with these transactions, ESH REIT incurred $6.7 million of debt extinguishment and modification costs, which consist of the write-off of unamortized deferred financing costs and discounts of $5.6 million and other costs of $1.1 million . Debt extinguishment and modification costs are included as a component of net interest expense in the accompanying condensed consolidated statements of operations. ESH REIT Term Facility — The ESH REIT Term Facility bears interest at a rate equal to (i) LIBOR plus 1.75% for any period during which ESH REIT maintains a public corporate family rating better than or equal to BB- (with a stable or better outlook) from S&P and Ba3 (with a stable or better outlook) from Moody’s (a “Level 1 Period”) or LIBOR plus 2.00% for any period other than a Level 1 Period; or (ii) a base rate, as defined, plus 0.75% during a Level 1 Period or 1.00% for any period other than a Level 1 Period. The ESH REIT Term Facility amortizes in equal quarterly installments of $1.6 million . In addition to scheduled amortization, subject to certain exceptions, annual mandatory prepayments of up to 50% of Excess Cash Flow, as defined, may be required. The ESH REIT Term Facility matures on September 18, 2026. ESH REIT has the option to voluntarily prepay outstanding loans under the ESH REIT Term Facility at any time upon prior written notice. In addition to customary breakage costs, amounts refinanced, substituted or replaced by indebtedness in connection with certain repricing transactions which have a lower all-in yield than the all-in yield under the ESH REIT Term Facility on or prior to March 18, 2020 (other than as a result of a transformative transaction) are subject to a prepayment penalty equal to 1.00% of the aggregate principal amount refinanced, substituted or replaced. Prepayments made after March 18, 2020 are not subject to a prepayment penalty. ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility — Borrowings under the ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility bear interest at a rate equal to (i) LIBOR plus a spread that ranges from 1.50% to 2.00% based on ESH REIT’s Consolidated Total Net Leverage Ratio, as defined, or (ii) a base rate (determined by reference to the highest of (A) the prime lending rate, (B) the overnight federal funds rate plus 0.50% , or (C) the one-month adjusted LIBOR rate plus 1.00% ) plus a spread that ranges from 0.50% to 1.00% based on ESH REIT’s Consolidated Total Net Leverage Ratio, as defined. ESH REIT incurs a fee of 0.30% or 0.175% on the unutilized revolver balance. ESH REIT is also required to pay customary letter of credit fees and agency fees. The ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility provides for the issuance of up to $50.0 million of letters of credit. As of September 30, 2019 , ESH REIT had no letters of credit outstanding under the facility and available borrowing capacity of $350.0 million . The ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility matures on September 18, 2024. ESH REIT 2027 Notes In September 2019, ESH REIT issued $750.0 million of its 4.625% senior notes due in 2027 (the “2027 Notes”) under an indenture with Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas, as trustee, at a price equal to 100% of par value in a private placement pursuant to Rule 144A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Proceeds received from the issuance of the 2027 Notes, net of financing costs, totaled $738.0 million , $500.0 million of which were used to repay a portion of outstanding borrowings under the ESH REIT Term Loan. The remaining proceeds, $238.0 million , are expected to be used for general corporate purposes. The 2027 Notes bear interest at a fixed rate of 4.625% per annum, payable semi-annually in arrears on April 1 and October 1 of each year, commencing April 1, 2020, and mature on October 1, 2027. The 2027 Notes are fully and unconditionally guaranteed, jointly and severally, on an unsecured basis by each of ESH REIT’s subsidiaries that guarantee ESH REIT’s obligations under the ESH REIT Credit Facilities. The 2027 Notes are not guaranteed by the Corporation or any of its subsidiaries that lease ESH REIT’s properties or its subsidiaries that engage in franchising or management activities or own intellectual property. The 2027 Notes rank equally in right of payment with ESH REIT’s existing and future senior unsecured indebtedness, and senior in right of payment to all future subordinated indebtedness, if any. The 2027 Notes are effectively junior to any of ESH REIT’s secured indebtedness to the extent of the value of the assets securing such indebtedness. ESH REIT may redeem the 2027 Notes at any time on or after October 1, 2022, in whole or in part, at a redemption price equal to 102.313% of the principal amount, declining annually to 100% of the principal amount from October 1, 2024 and thereafter, plus accrued and unpaid interest. Prior to October 1, 2022, ESH REIT may redeem the 2027 Notes, in whole or in part, at a redemption price equal to 100% of the principal amount, plus a “make-whole” premium, as defined, plus accrued and unpaid interest. Prior to October 1, 2022, subject to certain conditions, ESH REIT may redeem up to 35% of the aggregate principal amount of the 2027 Notes at a redemption price equal to 101% of the aggregate principal amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest, with the net cash proceeds from certain equity offerings, provided 65% of the original amount of the principal remains outstanding after the occurrence of each such redemption. Upon a Change of Control, as defined, holders of the 2027 Notes have the right to require ESH REIT to redeem the 2027 Notes at 101% of the principal amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest. ESH REIT 2025 Notes In May 2015 and March 2016, ESH REIT issued $500.0 million and $800.0 million , respectively, of its 5.25% senior notes due in 2025 (the “2025 Notes”) under an indenture with Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas, as trustee, in private placements pursuant to Rule 144A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. The 2025 Notes bear interest at a fixed rate of 5.25% per annum, payable semi-annually in arrears on May 1 and November 1 of each year, and mature on May 1, 2025. ESH REIT may redeem the 2025 Notes at any time on or after May 1, 2020, in whole or in part, at a redemption price equal to 102.625% of the principal amount, declining annually to 100% of the principal amount from May 1, 2023 and thereafter, plus accrued and unpaid interest. Prior to May 1, 2020, ESH REIT may redeem the 2025 Notes, in whole or in part, at a redemption price equal to 100% of the principal amount, plus a “make-whole” premium, as defined, plus accrued and unpaid interest. Upon a Change of Control, as defined, holders of the 2025 Notes have the right to require ESH REIT to redeem the 2025 Notes at 101% of the principal amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest. Corporation Revolving Credit Facility The Corporation’s revolving credit facility, as may be amended and supplemented from time to time (the “Corporation Revolving Credit Facility”), provides for the issuance of up to $50.0 million of letters of credit as well as borrowing on same day notice, referred to as swingline loans, in an amount of up to $20.0 million . In September 2019, the Corporation entered into an amendment to the Corporation Revolving Credit Facility which, among other things, extended the facility’s maturity and reduced the interest rate spread on utilized and unutilized revolver balances. Borrowings under the Corporation Revolving Credit Facility bear interest at a rate equal to (i) LIBOR plus 2.25% or (ii) a base rate (determined by reference to the highest of (A) the prime lending rate, (B) the overnight federal funds rate plus 0.50% or (C) the one-month adjusted LIBOR plus 1.00% ) plus 1.25% . As of September 30, 2019 , the Corporation had one letter of credit outstanding under the facility of $0.2 million and available borrowing capacity of $49.8 million . The Corporation Revolving Credit Facility matures on September 18, 2024. Unsecured Intercompany Facility In August 2016, ESH REIT, as borrower, and the Corporation, as lender, entered into an unsecured intercompany credit facility, as may be amended and supplemented from time to time (the “Unsecured Intercompany Facility”). In September 2019, the Unsecured Intercompany Facility was amended to, among other things, extend the facility’s maturity. Under the Unsecured Intercompany Facility, ESH REIT may borrow up to $300.0 million , plus additional amounts, in each case subject to certain conditions. Loans under the Unsecured Intercompany Facility bear interest at an annual rate of 5.0% . ESH REIT has the option to prepay outstanding balances under the facility without penalty. As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , the amount outstanding under the facility was $0 . There is no scheduled amortization, and the Unsecured Intercompany Facility matures on September 18, 2026. Covenants The ESH REIT Credit Facilities, the 2027 Notes, the 2025 Notes, the Corporation Revolving Credit Facility and the Unsecured Intercompany Facility contain a number of restrictive covenants that, among other things and subject to certain exceptions, limit the Corporation’s or ESH REIT’s ability and the ability of their respective subsidiaries to engage in certain transactions. In addition, the ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility and the Corporation Revolving Credit Facility contain financial covenants that, subject to certain conditions, require compliance with certain senior loan-to-value and consolidated leverage ratios. The agreements governing the Corporation’s and ESH REIT’s indebtedness also contain certain customary events of default, including, but not limited to, cross-defaults to certain other indebtedness and, in the case of the ESH REIT Credit Facilities and the Unsecured Intercompany Facility, certain material operating leases and management agreements. As of September 30, 2019 , the Corporation and ESH REIT were in compliance with all covenants under their respective debt agreements. Interest Expense, net —The components of net interest expense during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 , are as follows (in thousands): Three Months Ended September 30, Nine Months Ended September 30, 2019 2018 2019 2018 Contractual interest (1) $ 28,727 $ 29,120 $ 86,209 $ 87,158 Amortization of deferred financing costs and debt discount 2,014 1,996 6,007 6,008 Debt extinguishment and other costs (2) 7,117 231 7,923 2,428 Interest income (1,323 ) (340 ) (4,234 ) (522 ) Total $ 36,535 $ 31,007 $ 95,905 $ 95,072 ______________________ (1) Includes dividends on shares of mandatorily redeemable Corporation preferred stock. Net of capitalized interest of $0.6 million , $0.1 million , $1.4 million and $0.2 million , respectively. (2) Includes interest expense on finance leases (see Note 12 ) and unused credit facility fees. Mandatorily Redeemable Preferred Stock —The Corporation has authorized 350.0 million shares of preferred stock, $0.01 par value, of which 7,130 shares of mandatorily redeemable voting preferred stock were issued and outstanding as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018. Dividends on these mandatorily redeemable voting preferred shares are payable quarterly in arrears at a rate of 8.0% per year. With respect to dividend, distribution and liquidation rights, the 8.0% voting preferred stock ranks senior to the Corporation’s common stock. Holders of the 8.0% voting preferred stock have the right to require the Corporation to redeem in cash the 8.0% voting preferred stock at $1,000 per share plus any accumulated unpaid dividends. On November 15, 2020, the Corporation shall mandatorily redeem all of the 8.0% voting preferred stock at $1,000 per share plus any accumulated unpaid dividends. Fair Value of Debt and Mandatorily Redeemable Preferred Stock —As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , the estimated fair value of the Company’s debt was $2.7 billion and $2.3 billion , respectively, and the estimated fair value of the Corporation’s 8.0% mandatorily redeemable preferred stock was $7.1 million and $7.0 million , respectively. Estimated fair values are determined by comparing current borrowing rates and risk spreads offered in the market (Level 2 fair value measures) or quoted market prices (Level 1 fair value measures), when available, to the stated interest rates and spreads on the Company’s debt and the Corporation’s 8.0%
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DEBT	DEBT Summary —ESH REIT’s outstanding debt, net of unamortized debt discounts and unamortized deferred financing costs, as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , consists of the following (dollars in thousands): Stated Amount Carrying Amount Unamortized Deferred Financing Costs Loan September 30, 2019 December 31, 2018 September 30, 2019 December 31, 2018 Stated Interest Rate Maturity Date Term loan facility ESH REIT Term Facility $ 630,909 $ 628,880 (1) $ 1,132,259 (1) $ 9,357 $ 10,546 LIBOR (2) + 2.00% 9/18/2026 (3) Senior notes 2027 Notes 750,000 750,000 — 14,054 — 4.63% 10/1/2027 2025 Notes 1,300,000 1,292,658 (4) 1,291,671 (4) 15,760 17,877 5.25% 5/1/2025 Revolving credit facility ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility 350,000 — — 2,709 (5) 1,469 (5) LIBOR (2) + 2.00% 9/18/2024 Unsecured Intercompany Facility Unsecured Intercompany Facility 75,000 — — — — 5.00% 9/18/2026 Total $ 2,671,538 $ 2,423,930 $ 41,880 $ 29,892 _________________________________ (1) The ESH REIT Term Facility (defined below) is presented net of an unamortized debt discount of $2.0 million and $4.3 million as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , respectively. (2) As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , one-month LIBOR was 2.02% and 2.50% , respectively. As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , $250.0 million and $300.0 million , respectively, of the ESH REIT Term Facility was subject to an interest rate swap at a fixed rate of 1.175% . (3) Amortizes in equal quarterly installments of $1.6 million . In addition to scheduled amortization, subject to certain exceptions, annual mandatory prepayments of up to 50% of Excess Cash Flow, as defined, may be required. Annual mandatory prepayments for the year are due during the first quarter of the following year. No mandatory prepayments were required in the first quarter of 2019 based on ESH REIT’s Excess Cash Flow for the year ended December 31, 2018. (4) The 2025 Notes (defined below) are presented net of an unamortized discount of $7.3 million and $8.3 million as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , respectively. (5) Unamortized deferred financing costs related to the revolving credit facility are included in other assets in the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. ESH REIT Credit Facilities ESH REIT’s credit agreement, as may be amended and supplemented from time to time, provides for senior secured credit facilities (collectively, the “ESH REIT Credit Facilities”) which, as of September 30, 2019 , consisted of a $630.9 million senior secured term loan facility (the “ESH REIT Term Facility”) and a $350.0 million senior secured revolving credit facility (the “ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility”). Subject to the satisfaction of certain criteria, borrowings under the ESH REIT Credit Facilities may be increased by an amount of up to $600.0 million , plus additional amounts, so long as, after giving effect to the incurrence of such incremental facility and the application of proceeds thereof, ESH REIT’s pro-forma senior loan-to-value ratio is less than or equal to 45% . In September 2019, ESH REIT entered into an amendment to the ESH REIT Credit Facilities whereby, among other things, proceeds from the issuance of the 2027 Notes (defined below) were used to repay $500.0 million of the outstanding borrowings under the ESH REIT Term Facility and the stated amount of the ESH REIT Term Facility was reduced from $1,130.0 million to $630.9 million . Additionally, the amendment reduced the interest rate applicable to the ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility and extended the maturity of both the ESH REIT Term Facility and the ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility. In connection with these transactions, ESH REIT incurred $6.7 million of debt extinguishment and modification costs, which consist of the write-off of unamortized deferred financing costs and discounts of $5.6 million and other costs of $1.1 million . Debt extinguishment and modification costs are included as a component of net interest expense in the accompanying condensed consolidated statements of operations. ESH REIT Term Facility — The ESH REIT Term Facility bears interest at a rate equal to (i) LIBOR plus 1.75% for any period during which ESH REIT maintains a public corporate family rating better than or equal to BB- (with a stable or better outlook) from S&P and Ba3 (with a stable or better outlook) from Moody’s (a “Level 1 Period”) or LIBOR plus 2.00% for any period other than a Level 1 Period; or (ii) a base rate, as defined, plus 0.75% during a Level 1 Period or 1.00% for any period other than a Level 1 Period. The ESH REIT Term Facility amortizes in equal quarterly installments of $1.6 million . In addition to scheduled amortization, subject to certain exceptions, annual mandatory prepayments of up to 50% of Excess Cash Flow, as defined, may be required. The ESH REIT Term Facility matures on September 18, 2026. ESH REIT has the option to voluntarily prepay outstanding loans under the ESH REIT Term Facility at any time upon prior written notice. In addition to customary breakage costs, amounts refinanced, substituted or replaced by indebtedness in connection with certain repricing transactions which have a lower all-in yield than the all-in yield under the ESH REIT Term Facility on or prior to March 18, 2020 (other than as a result of a transformative transaction) are subject to a prepayment penalty equal to 1.00% of the aggregate principal amount refinanced, substituted or replaced. Prepayments made after March 18, 2020 are not subject to a prepayment penalty. ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility — Borrowings under the ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility bear interest at a rate equal to (i) LIBOR plus a spread that ranges from 1.50% to 2.00% based on ESH REIT’s Consolidated Total Net Leverage Ratio, as defined, or (ii) a base rate (determined by reference to the highest of (A) the prime lending rate, (B) the overnight federal funds rate plus 0.50% , or (C) the one-month adjusted LIBOR rate plus 1.00% ) plus a spread that ranges from 0.50% to 1.00% based on ESH REIT’s Consolidated Total Net Leverage Ratio, as defined. ESH REIT incurs a fee of 0.30% or 0.175% on the unutilized revolver balance. ESH REIT is also required to pay customary letter of credit fees and agency fees. The ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility provides for the issuance of up to $50.0 million of letters of credit. As of September 30, 2019 , ESH REIT had no letters of credit outstanding under the facility and available borrowing capacity of $350.0 million . The ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility matures on September 18, 2024. ESH REIT 2027 Notes In September 2019, ESH REIT issued $750.0 million of its 4.625% senior notes due in 2027 (the “2027 Notes”) under an indenture with Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas, as trustee, at a price equal to 100% of par value in a private placement pursuant to Rule 144A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Proceeds received from the issuance of the 2027 Notes, net of financing costs, totaled $738.0 million , $500.0 million of which were used to repay a portion of outstanding borrowings under the ESH REIT Term Loan. The remaining proceeds, $238.0 million , are expected to be used for general corporate purposes. The 2027 Notes bear interest at a fixed rate of 4.625% per annum, payable semi-annually in arrears on April 1 and October 1 of each year, commencing April 1, 2020, and mature on October 1, 2027. The 2027 Notes are fully and unconditionally guaranteed, jointly and severally, on an unsecured basis by each of ESH REIT’s subsidiaries that guarantee ESH REIT’s obligations under the ESH REIT Credit Facilities. The 2027 Notes are not guaranteed by the Corporation or any of its subsidiaries that lease ESH REIT’s properties or its subsidiaries that engage in franchising or management activities or own intellectual property. The 2027 Notes rank equally in right of payment with ESH REIT’s existing and future senior unsecured indebtedness, and senior in right of payment to all future subordinated indebtedness, if any. The 2027 Notes are effectively junior to any of ESH REIT’s secured indebtedness to the extent of the value of the assets securing such indebtedness. ESH REIT may redeem the 2027 Notes at any time on or after October 1, 2022, in whole or in part, at a redemption price equal to 102.313% of the principal amount, declining annually to 100% of the principal amount from October 1, 2024 and thereafter, plus accrued and unpaid interest. Prior to October 1, 2022, ESH REIT may redeem the 2027 Notes, in whole or in part, at a redemption price equal to 100% of the principal amount, plus a “make-whole” premium, as defined, plus accrued and unpaid interest. Prior to October 1, 2022, subject to certain conditions, ESH REIT may redeem up to 35% of the aggregate principal amount of the 2027 Notes at a redemption price equal to 101% of the aggregate principal amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest, with the net cash proceeds from certain equity offerings, provided 65% of the original amount of the principal remains outstanding after the occurrence of each such redemption. Upon a Change of Control, as defined, holders of the 2027 Notes have the right to require ESH REIT to redeem the 2027 Notes at 101% of the principal amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest. ESH REIT 2025 Notes In May 2015 and March 2016, ESH REIT issued $500.0 million and $800.0 million , respectively, of its 5.25% senior notes due in 2025 (the “2025 Notes”) under an indenture with Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas, as trustee, in private placements pursuant to Rule 144A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. The 2025 Notes bear interest at a fixed rate of 5.25% per annum, payable semi-annually in arrears on May 1 and November 1 of each year, and mature on May 1, 2025. ESH REIT may redeem the 2025 Notes at any time on or after May 1, 2020, in whole or in part, at a redemption price equal to 102.625% of the principal amount, declining annually to 100% of the principal amount from May 1, 2023 and thereafter, plus accrued and unpaid interest. Prior to May 1, 2020, ESH REIT may redeem the 2025 Notes, in whole or in part, at a redemption price equal to 100% of the principal amount, plus a “make-whole” premium, as defined, plus accrued and unpaid interest. Upon a Change of Control, as defined, holders of the 2025 Notes have the right to require ESH REIT to redeem the 2025 Notes at 101% of the principal amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest. Unsecured Intercompany Facility In August 2016, ESH REIT, as borrower, and the Corporation, as lender, entered into an unsecured intercompany credit facility, as may be amended and supplemented from time to time (the “Unsecured Intercompany Facility”). In September 2019, the Unsecured Intercompany Facility was amended to, among other things, extend the facility’s maturity. Under the Unsecured Intercompany Facility, ESH REIT may borrow up to $300.0 million , plus additional amounts, in each case subject to certain conditions. Loans under the Unsecured Intercompany Facility bear interest at an annual rate of 5.0% . ESH REIT has the option to prepay outstanding balances under the facility without penalty. As of September 30, 2019, and December 31, 2018, the amount outstanding under the facility was $0 . There is no scheduled amortization, and the Unsecured Intercompany Facility matures on September 18, 2026. Covenants The ESH REIT Credit Facilities, the 2027 Notes, the 2025 Notes and the Unsecured Intercompany Facility contain a number of restrictive covenants that, among other things and subject to certain exceptions, limit ESH REIT’s ability and the ability of its subsidiaries to engage in certain transactions. In addition, the ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility contains a financial covenant that, subject to certain conditions, requires compliance with a certain senior loan-to-value ratio. The agreements governing ESH REIT’s indebtedness also contain certain customary events of default, including, but not limited to, cross-defaults to certain other indebtedness and, in the case of the ESH REIT Credit Facilities and the Unsecured Intercompany Facility, certain material operating leases and management agreements. As of September 30, 2019 , ESH REIT was in compliance with all covenants under its debt agreements. Interest Expense, net —The components of net interest expense during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 , are as follows (in thousands): Three Months Ended September 30, Nine Months Ended September 30, 2019 2018 2019 2018 Contractual interest (1) $ 28,584 $ 28,978 $ 85,781 $ 86,730 Amortization of deferred financing costs and debt discount 1,987 1,969 5,925 5,926 Debt extinguishment and other costs (2) 7,058 199 7,773 2,306 Interest Income (747 ) (215 ) (2,396 ) (252 ) Total $ 36,882 $ 30,931 $ 97,083 $ 94,710 ______________________ (1) Net of capitalized interest of $0.6 million , $0.1 million , $1.4 million and $0.2 million , respectively. (2) Includes interest expense on finance leases (see Note 11 ) and unused credit facility fees. Fair Value of Debt —As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , the estimated fair value of ESH REIT’s debt was $2.7 billion and $2.3 billion , respectively. Estimated fair values are determined by comparing current borrowing rates and risk spreads offered in the market (Level 2 fair value measures) or quoted market prices (Level 1 fair value measures), when available, to the stated interest rates and spreads on ESH REIT’s debt.

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS	9 Months Ended
DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS	Sep. 30, 2019
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DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS	DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS In September 2016, ESH REIT entered into a floating-to-fixed interest rate swap, as amended and supplemented from time to time, at a fixed rate of 1.175% and a floating rate of one-month LIBOR to manage its exposure to interest rate risk on a portion of the ESH REIT Term Facility. The notional amount of the interest rate swap as of September 30, 2019 was $250.0 million . The notional amount decreases by an additional $50.0 million every six months until the swap’s maturity in September 2021. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 , the Company received proceeds of $0.7 million and $2.5 million , respectively, and for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , the Company received proceeds of $0.8 million and $1.9 million , respectively, that offset interest expense. As of September 30, 2019 , $0.9 million is expected to be recognized through earnings over the following twelve months. The table below presents the amounts and classification of the interest rate swap on the Company’s condensed consolidated financial statements (in thousands): Other assets Accumulated other comprehensive income, net of tax Interest expense, net As of September 30, 2019 $ 971 $ 825 (1) As of December 31, 2018 $ 5,789 $ 4,934 (2) For the three months ended September 30, 2019 $ (704 ) For the three months ended September 30, 2018 $ (803 ) For the nine months ended September 30, 2019 $ (2,501 ) For the nine months ended September 30, 2018 $ (1,888 ) _______________________________ (1) Changes during the nine months ended September 30, 2019 , on a pre-tax basis, consisted of changes in fair value of $(4.8) million . (2) Changes during the year ended December 31, 2018, on a pre-tax basis, consisted of changes in fair value of $(0.6) million and the cumulative effect adjustment of $(0.7) million recorded as a result of adopting ASU 2017-12, Derivatives and Hedging: Targeted Improvements to Accounting for Hedging Activities , on January 1, 2018.

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS - REIT

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS - REIT	9 Months Ended
DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS - REIT	Sep. 30, 2019
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DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS	DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS In September 2016, ESH REIT entered into a floating-to-fixed interest rate swap, as amended and supplemented from time to time, at a fixed rate of 1.175% and a floating rate of one-month LIBOR to manage its exposure to interest rate risk on a portion of the ESH REIT Term Facility. The notional amount of the interest rate swap as of September 30, 2019 was $250.0 million . The notional amount decreases by an additional $50.0 million every six months until the swap’s maturity in September 2021. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 , the Company received proceeds of $0.7 million and $2.5 million , respectively, and for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , the Company received proceeds of $0.8 million and $1.9 million , respectively, that offset interest expense. As of September 30, 2019 , $0.9 million is expected to be recognized through earnings over the following twelve months. The table below presents the amounts and classification of the interest rate swap on the Company’s condensed consolidated financial statements (in thousands): Other assets Accumulated other comprehensive income, net of tax Interest expense, net As of September 30, 2019 $ 971 $ 825 (1) As of December 31, 2018 $ 5,789 $ 4,934 (2) For the three months ended September 30, 2019 $ (704 ) For the three months ended September 30, 2018 $ (803 ) For the nine months ended September 30, 2019 $ (2,501 ) For the nine months ended September 30, 2018 $ (1,888 ) _______________________________ (1) Changes during the nine months ended September 30, 2019 , on a pre-tax basis, consisted of changes in fair value of $(4.8) million . (2) Changes during the year ended December 31, 2018, on a pre-tax basis, consisted of changes in fair value of $(0.6) million and the cumulative effect adjustment of $(0.7) million recorded as a result of adopting ASU 2017-12, Derivatives and Hedging: Targeted Improvements to Accounting for Hedging Activities , on January 1, 2018.
ESH REIT
Entity Information [Line Items]
DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS	DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS In September 2016, ESH REIT entered into a floating-to-fixed interest rate swap, as amended and supplemented from time to time, at a fixed rate of 1.175% and a floating rate of one-month LIBOR to manage its exposure to interest rate risk on a portion of the ESH REIT Term Facility. The notional amount of the interest rate swap as of September 30, 2019 was $250.0 million . The notional amount decreases by an additional $50.0 million every six months until the swap’s maturity in September 2021. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 , ESH REIT received proceeds of $0.7 million and $2.5 million , respectively, and for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , ESH REIT received proceeds of $0.8 million and $1.9 million , respectively, that offset interest expense. As of September 30, 2019 , $0.9 million is expected to be recognized through earnings over the following twelve months. The table below presents the amounts and classification of the interest rate swap on ESH REIT’s condensed consolidated financial statements (in thousands): Other assets Accumulated other comprehensive income, net of tax Interest expense, net As of September 30, 2019 $ 971 $ 969 (1) As of December 31, 2018 $ 5,789 $ 5,789 (2) For the three months ended September 30, 2019 $ (704 ) For the three months ended September 30, 2018 $ (803 ) For the nine months ended September 30, 2019 $ (2,501 ) For the nine months ended September 30, 2018 $ (1,888 ) _______________________________ (1) Changes during the nine months ended September 30, 2019 , on a pre-tax basis, consisted of changes in fair value of $(4.8) million . (2) Changes during the year ended December 31, 2018, on a pre-tax basis, consisted of changes in fair value of $(0.6) million and the cumulative effect adjustment of $(0.7) million recorded as a result of adopting ASU 2017-12, Derivatives and Hedging: Targeted Improvements to Accounting for Hedging Activities , on January 1, 2018.

REVENUE FROM CONTRACTS WITH CUS

REVENUE FROM CONTRACTS WITH CUSTOMERS	9 Months Ended
REVENUE FROM CONTRACTS WITH CUSTOMERS	Sep. 30, 2019
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Abstract]
REVENUE FROM CONTRACTS WITH CUSTOMERS	REVENUE FROM CONTRACTS WITH CUSTOMERS Disaggregation of Revenue The following table disaggregates room revenues generated from owned hotels by booking source for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 (in thousands): Three Months Ended September 30, Nine Months Ended 2019 2018 2019 2018 Property direct $ 83,335 $ 94,356 $ 236,922 $ 281,222 Central call center 83,266 85,088 226,894 232,754 Proprietary website 58,791 61,930 166,684 169,531 Third-party intermediaries 84,226 84,594 (1) 237,065 233,579 (1) Travel agency global distribution systems 11,051 14,949 (1) 31,764 40,989 (1) Total room revenues (2) $ 320,669 $ 340,917 $ 899,329 $ 958,075 _________________________________ (1) As a result of the correction of a classification error, for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , $19.3 million and $55.2 million of room revenues generated from opaque booking channels, which were previously reported as revenues generated from travel agency global distribution systems, have been reclassified and reported as revenues generated from third-party intermediaries. The Company concluded that the effect of the error is immaterial to previously issued financial statements but has made the correction for consistent presentation. (2) In addition to room revenues, the Company’s owned hotels earned $6.5 million and $17.8 million of other hotel revenues during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 , respectively, and $5.9 million and $16.7 million of other hotel revenues during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , respectively. The following table disaggregates room revenues generated from owned hotels by length of guest stay for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 (in thousands): Three Months Ended September 30, Nine Months Ended 2019 2018 2019 2018 1-6 nights $ 118,700 $ 125,285 $ 341,176 $ 356,709 7-29 nights 67,927 74,331 186,894 202,997 30+ nights 134,042 141,301 371,259 398,369 Total room revenues (1) $ 320,669 $ 340,917 $ 899,329 $ 958,075 _________________________________ (1) In addition to room revenues, the Company’s owned hotels earned $6.5 million and $17.8 million of other hotel revenues during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 , respectively, and $5.9 million and $16.7 million of other hotel revenues during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , respectively. The following table disaggregates revenues from franchised and managed hotels for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 (in thousands): Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended 2019 2018 2019 2018 Management fees $ 312 $ 335 $ 972 $ 875 Franchise fees 1,039 529 3,051 1,265 Indirect reimbursements (system services fees) 1,365 582 3,948 1,353 Direct reimbursements 2,835 2,770 8,873 7,066 Total revenues from franchised and managed hotels $ 5,551 $ 4,216 $ 16,844 $ 10,559 Outstanding Contract Liabilities Contract liabilities relate to advance deposits and deferred revenue with respect to owned hotels and, with respect to franchised hotels, advance consideration received, such as initial franchise fees paid when a franchise agreement is executed and certain system implementation fees paid at the time of installation. Contract liabilities are included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. The following table presents outstanding contract liabilities as of September 30, 2019 and January 1, 2019, and the amount of outstanding January 1, 2019 contract liabilities recognized as revenue during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 (in thousands): Outstanding Contract Liabilities Outstanding Contract Liabilities as of January 1, 2019 Recognized as Revenue As of September 30, 2019 $ 19,327 As of January 1, 2019 13,829 For the three months ended September 30, 2019 $ 346 For the nine months ended September 30, 2019 8,961 Performance Obligations As of September 30, 2019 , $14.0 million of the outstanding contract liabilities related to owned hotels and $5.3 million related to franchised hotels. The Company does not estimate revenues expected to be recognized related to unsatisfied performance obligations for royalty fees, system service fees or management fees, as they are considered either sales-based fees or allocated to wholly unsatisfied performance obligations in a series. Performance obligations related to owned hotels are expected to be satisfied within less than one year . Performance obligations related to franchised hotels are expected to be satisfied over the term of the respective franchise agreements, which are typically 20 years

SEGMENTS

SEGMENTS	9 Months Ended
SEGMENTS	Sep. 30, 2019
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
SEGMENTS	SEGMENTS The Company’s operating segments are components of the business which are managed discretely and for which discrete financial information is reviewed regularly by its chief operating decision maker to assess performance and make decisions regarding the allocation of resources. The Company’s operating and reportable segments are defined as follows: • Owned hotels —Earnings are derived from the operation of owned hotel properties and include room and other hotel revenues. • Franchise and management —Earnings are derived from fees under various franchise and management agreements with third parties. These contracts provide the Company the ability to earn compensation for licensing the Extended Stay America brand name, providing access to shared system-wide platforms and/or management services. The performance of the Company’s operating segments is evaluated primarily on income from operations. Selected financial data is provided below (in thousands): Three Months Ended September 30, Nine Months Ended 2019 2018 2019 2018 Revenues: Owned hotels $ 327,144 $ 346,861 $ 917,177 $ 974,786 Franchise and management (1) 2,332 1,901 6,774 5,062 Total segment revenues 329,476 348,762 923,951 979,848 Corporate and other (2) 18,506 19,471 57,724 61,601 Other revenues from franchised and managed properties (3) 4,200 3,352 12,821 8,419 Intersegment eliminations (4) (19,487 ) (20,509 ) (60,475 ) (64,524 ) Total $ 332,695 $ 351,076 $ 934,021 $ 985,344 Income (loss) from operations: Owned hotels $ 105,777 (5) $ 124,848 (6) $ 280,125 (5) $ 315,994 (7) Franchise and management (1) 2,332 1,901 6,774 5,062 Total segment income from operations 108,109 126,749 286,899 321,056 Corporate and other (2) (7,243 ) (5,190 ) (20,607 ) (18,018 ) Other expenses from franchised and managed properties, net (3) (499 ) (97 ) (1,521 ) (343 ) Total $ 100,367 $ 121,462 $ 264,771 $ 302,695 _________________________________ (1) Includes intellectual property fees charged to the owned hotels segment of $1.0 million and $2.8 million for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 , respectively, and $1.0 million and $2.9 million for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , respectively, that are eliminated in the condensed consolidated statements of operations. (2) Includes revenues generated and operating expenses incurred in connection with the overall support of owned, franchised and managed hotels and related operations. Corporate and other revenues are comprised of management fees earned by and cost reimbursements charged to the owned hotels segment that are eliminated in the condensed consolidated statements of operations. (3) Includes direct reimbursement of specific costs incurred under franchise and management agreements that the Company is reimbursed for on a dollar-for-dollar basis as well as indirect reimbursement of certain costs incurred associated with the Company’s shared platform (i.e., system services) (see Note 2 ). (4) Includes management fees, intellectual property fees and other cost reimbursements charged to the owned hotels segment that are eliminated in the condensed consolidated statements of operations. (5) Includes impairment charge of $2.7 million . (6) Includes gain on sale of hotel properties of $3.5 million . (7) Includes impairment charges of $43.6 million and gain on sale of hotel properties of $41.6 million . Total assets for each of the Company’s operating segments are provided below (in thousands): September 30, 2019 December 31, 2018 Assets: Owned hotels $ 3,728,423 $ 3,643,603 Franchise and management 12,793 14,634 Total segment assets 3,741,216 3,658,237 Corporate and other 454,239 308,181 Intersegment eliminations (40,078 ) (42,208 ) Total $ 4,155,377 $ 3,924,210 Total capital expenditures for each of the Company's operating segments are provided below (in thousands): Nine Months Ended 2019 2018 Capital Expenditures: Owned hotels $ 177,214 $ 146,445 Franchise and management — 250 Total segment capital expenditures 177,214 146,695 Corporate and other 799 842 Total $ 178,013 $ 147,537

INCOME TAXES

INCOME TAXES	9 Months Ended
INCOME TAXES	Sep. 30, 2019
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
INCOME TAXES	INCOME TAXES The Corporation’s taxable income includes the taxable income of its wholly-owned subsidiaries and distribution income related to its 58% ownership of ESH REIT. ESH REIT has elected to be taxed and expects to continue to qualify as a real estate investment trust (“REIT”) under Sections 856 through 860 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”). A REIT is a legal entity that holds real estate assets and is generally not subject to federal and state income taxes. In order to maintain qualification as a REIT, ESH REIT is required to distribute at least 90% of its taxable income, excluding net capital gain, to its shareholders each year. In addition, ESH REIT must meet a number of complex organizational and operational requirements. If ESH REIT were to fail to qualify as a REIT in any taxable year, it would be subject to federal income taxes at regular corporate rates and generally would be precluded from qualifying as a REIT for the subsequent four taxable years following the year during which it lost its REIT qualification. ESH REIT intends to distribute its taxable income to the extent necessary to optimize its tax efficiency including, but not limited to, maintaining its REIT status, while retaining sufficient capital for its ongoing needs. Even in qualifying as a REIT, ESH REIT may be subject to state and local taxes in certain jurisdictions, and is subject to federal income and excise taxes on undistributed income. The Company recorded a provision for federal, state and foreign income taxes of $10.5 million for the three months ended September 30, 2019 , an effective tax rate of 16.5% , as compared with a provision of $15.0 million for the three months ended September 30, 2018 , an effective rate of 16.6% . The Company recorded a provision for federal, state and foreign income taxes of $27.8 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2019 , an effective tax rate of 16.5% , as compared with a provision of $35.2 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2018 , an effective rate of 17.0% . The Company’s effective rate differs from the federal statutory rate of 21% primarily due to ESH REIT’s status as a REIT under the provisions of the Code. The Company’s income tax returns for the years 2016 to present are subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) and other tax returns for the years 2014 to present are subject to examination by other taxing authorities. As of September 30, 2019 , a subsidiary of ESH REIT was under examination by the Canada Revenue Agency for tax years 2014 through 2017. As the examination is still in process, the timing of the resolution and any payments that may be required cannot be determined at this time. The Company believes that, to the extent a liability may exist, it is appropriately reserved as of September 30, 2019

INCOME TAXES - REIT

INCOME TAXES - REIT	9 Months Ended
INCOME TAXES - REIT	Sep. 30, 2019
Entity Information [Line Items]
INCOME TAXES	INCOME TAXES The Corporation’s taxable income includes the taxable income of its wholly-owned subsidiaries and distribution income related to its 58% ownership of ESH REIT. ESH REIT has elected to be taxed and expects to continue to qualify as a real estate investment trust (“REIT”) under Sections 856 through 860 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”). A REIT is a legal entity that holds real estate assets and is generally not subject to federal and state income taxes. In order to maintain qualification as a REIT, ESH REIT is required to distribute at least 90% of its taxable income, excluding net capital gain, to its shareholders each year. In addition, ESH REIT must meet a number of complex organizational and operational requirements. If ESH REIT were to fail to qualify as a REIT in any taxable year, it would be subject to federal income taxes at regular corporate rates and generally would be precluded from qualifying as a REIT for the subsequent four taxable years following the year during which it lost its REIT qualification. ESH REIT intends to distribute its taxable income to the extent necessary to optimize its tax efficiency including, but not limited to, maintaining its REIT status, while retaining sufficient capital for its ongoing needs. Even in qualifying as a REIT, ESH REIT may be subject to state and local taxes in certain jurisdictions, and is subject to federal income and excise taxes on undistributed income. The Company recorded a provision for federal, state and foreign income taxes of $10.5 million for the three months ended September 30, 2019 , an effective tax rate of 16.5% , as compared with a provision of $15.0 million for the three months ended September 30, 2018 , an effective rate of 16.6% . The Company recorded a provision for federal, state and foreign income taxes of $27.8 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2019 , an effective tax rate of 16.5% , as compared with a provision of $35.2 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2018 , an effective rate of 17.0% . The Company’s effective rate differs from the federal statutory rate of 21% primarily due to ESH REIT’s status as a REIT under the provisions of the Code. The Company’s income tax returns for the years 2016 to present are subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) and other tax returns for the years 2014 to present are subject to examination by other taxing authorities. As of September 30, 2019 , a subsidiary of ESH REIT was under examination by the Canada Revenue Agency for tax years 2014 through 2017. As the examination is still in process, the timing of the resolution and any payments that may be required cannot be determined at this time. The Company believes that, to the extent a liability may exist, it is appropriately reserved as of September 30, 2019
ESH REIT
Entity Information [Line Items]
INCOME TAXES	INCOME TAXES ESH REIT has elected to be taxed and expects to continue to qualify as a real estate investment trust (“REIT”) under Sections 856 through 860 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”). A REIT is a legal entity that holds real estate assets and is generally not subject to federal and state income taxes. In order to maintain qualification as a REIT, ESH REIT is required to distribute at least 90% of its taxable income, excluding net capital gain, to its shareholders each year. In addition, ESH REIT must meet a number of complex organizational and operational requirements. If ESH REIT were to fail to qualify as a REIT in any taxable year, it would be subject to federal income taxes at regular corporate rates and generally would be precluded from qualifying as a REIT for the subsequent four taxable years following the year during which it lost its REIT qualification. ESH REIT intends to distribute its taxable income to the extent necessary to optimize its tax efficiency including, but not limited to, maintaining its REIT status, while retaining sufficient capital for its ongoing needs. Even in qualifying as a REIT, ESH REIT may be subject to state and local taxes in certain jurisdictions, and is subject to federal income and excise taxes on undistributed income. ESH REIT recorded a provision for state income taxes of $0.1 million for each of the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 , effective rates of 0.3% and 0.2% , respectively, as compared to a provision of less than $0.1 million and $0.8 million for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , respectively, effective rates of 0.5% and 1.6% . ESH REIT’s effective rate differs from the federal statutory income tax rate of 21% primarily due to ESH REIT’s status as a REIT under the provisions of the Code. ESH REIT’s income tax returns for the years 2016 to present are subject to examination by the Internal Revenue Service and other tax returns for the years 2014 to present are subject to examination by other taxing authorities. As of September 30, 2019 , a subsidiary of ESH REIT was under examination by the Canada Revenue Agency for tax years 2014 through 2017. As the examination is still in process, the timing of the resolution and any payments that may be required cannot be determined at this time. ESH REIT believes that, to the extent a liability may exist, it is appropriately reserved as of September 30, 2019 .

RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS - RE

RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS - REIT	9 Months Ended
RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS - REIT	Sep. 30, 2019
ESH REIT
Entity Information [Line Items]
Related Party Transactions	RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS Revenues and Overhead Expenses Leases and Rental Revenues— All revenues are generated as a result of, and earned from, related parties. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 , ESH REIT’s revenues were derived from three operating leases. The counterparty to each lease agreement is a subsidiary of the Corporation. ESH REIT’s fixed and variable rental revenues for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 are as follows (in thousands): Three Months Ended September 30, Nine Months Ended 2019 2018 2019 2018 Fixed rental revenues $ 118,005 $ 111,598 $ 354,016 $ 335,999 Variable rental revenues (1) 21,450 31,379 21,546 31,841 _________________________________ (1) Regardless of whether cash rental payments are received, ESH REIT only recognizes revenue when a lessee’s revenue exceeds specific thresholds stated in the lease. Each lease agreement, which had an initial term that expired in October 2018, was renewed effective November 1, 2018, for a five -year term that expires in October 2023. Each lease agreement contains an automatic five -year renewal, unless lessee provides notice that it will not renew no later than thirty months prior to expiration. Upon renewal, if applicable, minimum and percentage rents shall be adjusted to reflect then-current market terms. Future fixed rental payments to be received under current remaining noncancelable lease terms are as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Remainder of 2019 $ 112,861 2020 462,860 2021 474,409 2022 486,247 2023 415,112 Total $ 1,951,489 Overhead Expenses— A subsidiary of the Corporation incurs costs under a services agreement with the Corporation and ESH REIT for certain overhead services performed on the entities’ behalf. The services relate to executive management, accounting, financial analysis, training and technology. For the three months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 , ESH REIT incurred costs of $2.5 million and $2.2 million , respectively, and for the nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 , ESH REIT incurred costs of $7.3 million and $7.4 million , respectively, related to this agreement, which are included in general and administrative expenses in the accompanying condensed consolidated statements of operations. The expenses ESH REIT incurred under this services agreement include expenses related to certain employees that participate in the Corporation’s long-term incentive plan. Such charges were $0.2 million for each of the three months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 and $0.8 million and $0.7 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 , respectively. Debt and Equity Transactions Unsecured Intercompany Facility— As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , there were no outstanding balances owed by ESH REIT to the Corporation under the Unsecured Intercompany Facility, and ESH REIT incurred no interest expense during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 related to the Unsecured Intercompany Facility. ESH REIT is able to borrow under the Unsecured Intercompany Facility up to $300.0 million , plus additional amounts, in each case subject to certain conditions (see Note 7). Distributions— During the three months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 , ESH REIT paid distributions of $37.6 million and $45.1 million , respectively, and during the nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 , ESH REIT paid distributions of $110.2 million and $122.7 million , respectively, to the Corporation in respect of the Class A common stock of ESH REIT. Issuance of Common Stock— In September 2019 and 2018, ESH REIT issued and was compensated $0.2 million and $0.3 million , respectively, for 0.1 million shares of Class B common stock, each of which was attached to a share of Corporation common stock to form a Paired Share, used to settle vested restricted stock units (“RSUs”). In March 2019 and 2018 , ESH REIT was compensated $1.2 million and $2.3 million , respectively, for the issuance of 0.2 million and 0.3 million shares of Class B common stock, respectively, each of which was attached to a share of Corporation common stock to form a Paired Share, used to settle vested RSUs. As of September 30, 2019 , the Corporation has granted a total of 1.1 million RSUs, whereby, as a counterparty to these outstanding RSUs, ESH REIT is expected to issue and be compensated in cash for 1.1 million shares of Class B common stock of ESH REIT in future periods, assuming performance-based and market-based awards vest at 100% and no forfeitures. Related Party Balances Related party transaction balances as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , include the following (in thousands): September 30, December 31, Leases: Rents receivable (1) $ 15,780 $ 4,098 Deferred rents receivable (2) $ 24,069 $ 8,637 Unearned rental revenues (1) $ (165,273 ) $ (37,506 ) Working capital and other: Ordinary working capital (3) $ (11,941 ) $ (12,581 ) Equity awards (payable) receivable (4) (32 ) 404 Total working capital and other, net (5) $ (11,973 ) $ (12,177 ) ______________________ (1) Rents receivable relate to percentage rents. As of September 30, 2019 , unearned rental revenues related to October 2019 fixed minimum rent of $37.5 million and percentage rent of $127.8 million . As of December 31, 2018 , unearned rental revenues related to January 2019 fixed minimum rent. (2) Revenues recognized in excess of cash rents received. (3) Disbursements and/or receipts made by the Corporation or ESH REIT on the other entity’s behalf and amounts payable/receivable for certain transactions between the Corporate and ESH REIT. Includes overhead costs incurred by the Corporation on ESH REIT’s behalf. (4) Amounts related to restricted stock units not yet settled or issued. (5) Outstanding balances are typically repaid within 30 days.

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES	9 Months Ended
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES	Sep. 30, 2019
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES	COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES Lease Commitments —The Company is a tenant under long-term ground leases at five of its hotel properties, including one hotel site for which development is in process. Three of these leases are operating leases and two are finance leases. The ground lease agreements terminate at various dates between 2023 and 2096 and several of the agreements include multiple renewal options for generally five or ten year periods. The Company is also a tenant under an operating lease for its corporate office, which terminates in August 2021 and includes renewal options for two five -year terms. As the Company is reasonably certain that it will exercise the options to extend its ground leases, fixed payments associated with the extensions are included in the measurement of related right-of-use assets and lease liabilities. Payments associated with the option to extend the corporate office lease are not included in the measurement of the right-of-use asset and lease liability, as the associated payments cannot be reasonably estimated. Operating lease costs related to ground leases are included in hotel operating expenses, while operating lease costs related to the Company’s office lease are included in general and administrative expenses, in the condensed consolidated statements of operations. Finance lease interest costs are included in interest expense, net in the condensed consolidated statements of operations (see Note 7 ) or, when pertaining to assets under development, are capitalized and included in property and equipment, net on the condensed consolidated balance sheets (see Note 5 ). As the Company’s finance lease right-of-use assets pertain to land and land under development, and as the Company elected the practical expedient to retain prior lease classification upon adoption of ASC 842, Leases , no amortization costs related to finance leases were incurred during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 . The Company has no variable lease costs or short-term leases. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 , the components of the Company’s total lease costs are as follows (in thousands): Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended Operating lease costs $ 794 $ 2,332 Finance lease costs - interest 61 183 Total lease costs 855 2,515 The Company’s right-of-use assets and lease liabilities are as follows (in thousands): September 30, 2019 December 31, 2018 (4) Right-of-use assets: Operating (1) $ 5,429 $ — Finance (2) 3,979 3,843 Lease liabilities: Operating (3) 13,091 — Finance 3,410 3,360 _________________________________ (1) Included in other assets on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (2) Included in property and equipment, net on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (3) Included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (4) Finance lease right-of-use assets and liabilities as of December 31, 2018, were previously classified as capital lease assets and liabilities under ASC 840, Leases. Maturities of lease liabilities as of September 30, 2019 , are as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Operating Leases Finance Leases Remainder of 2019 705 90 2020 2,899 386 2021 2,220 395 2022 806 397 2023 545 400 2024 503 402 Thereafter 77,594 3,100 Total $ 85,272 $ 5,170 Total discounted lease liability $ 13,091 $ 3,410 Difference between undiscounted cash flows and discounted cash flows $ 72,181 $ 1,760 Weighted-average remaining lease term 41 years 12 years Weighted-average discount rate 6.3 % 7.0 % Future minimum lease payments as of December 31, 2018 , disclosed in accordance with ASC 840, Leases , were as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Operating Leases Finance Leases 2019 $ 2,779 $ 351 2020 2,899 375 2021 2,220 384 2022 806 386 2023 545 387 Thereafter 78,097 3,340 Total $ 87,346 $ 5,223 The Company’s leases do not contain residual value guarantees and do not contain restrictions with respect to incurring additional financial obligations or dividends. As of September 30, 2019 , the Company does not have any material leases that have not yet commenced. Letter of Credit —As of September 30, 2019 , the Company had one outstanding letter of credit, issued by the Corporation, for $0.2 million , which is collateralized by the Corporation Revolving Credit Facility. Legal Contingencies —As of September 30, 2019 , six purported class action lawsuits in California have been filed against the Company. The complaints allege, among other things, failure to provide meal and rest periods, wage and hour violations and violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. The complaints seek, among other relief, collective and class certification of the lawsuits, unspecified damages, costs and expenses, including attorneys’ fees, and such other relief as the Court might find just and proper. The Company believes it has meritorious defenses and is prepared to vigorously defend the lawsuits. With respect to the meal and rest period and the wage and hour violations alleged in the lawsuits described above, although the Company believes it is reasonably possible that it may incur losses associated with such matters, it is not possible to estimate the amount of loss or range of loss, if any, that might result from adverse judgments, settlements or other resolution based on the early stage of these lawsuits, the uncertainty as to the certification of a class or classes and the size of any certified class, if applicable, and the lack of resolution of significant factual and legal issues. However, depending on the amount and timing, an unfavorable resolution of some or all of these lawsuits could have a material adverse effect on the Company’s condensed consolidated financial statements, results of operations or liquidity in a future period. With respect to the Fair Credit Reporting Act violations alleged in the lawsuits described above, the parties reached a tentative settlement agreement in May 2019, which is subject to certain conditions, including court approval. During the nine months ended September 30, 2019 , the Company recorded a payable and a corresponding insurance receivable for the amount of the tentative settlement. The expected resolution of the alleged Fair Credit Reporting Act violations in the lawsuits did not have, and is not expected to have, a material adverse impact on the Company’s condensed consolidated financial statements, results of operations or liquidity. The Company is not a party to any additional litigation or claims, other than routine matters arising in the ordinary course of business that are incidental to the operation of the business of the Company. The Company believes that the results of all additional litigation and claims, individually or in the aggregate, will not have a material adverse effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements, results of operations or liquidity.

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES -

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES - REIT	9 Months Ended
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES - REIT	Sep. 30, 2019
Entity Information [Line Items]
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES	COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES Lease Commitments —The Company is a tenant under long-term ground leases at five of its hotel properties, including one hotel site for which development is in process. Three of these leases are operating leases and two are finance leases. The ground lease agreements terminate at various dates between 2023 and 2096 and several of the agreements include multiple renewal options for generally five or ten year periods. The Company is also a tenant under an operating lease for its corporate office, which terminates in August 2021 and includes renewal options for two five -year terms. As the Company is reasonably certain that it will exercise the options to extend its ground leases, fixed payments associated with the extensions are included in the measurement of related right-of-use assets and lease liabilities. Payments associated with the option to extend the corporate office lease are not included in the measurement of the right-of-use asset and lease liability, as the associated payments cannot be reasonably estimated. Operating lease costs related to ground leases are included in hotel operating expenses, while operating lease costs related to the Company’s office lease are included in general and administrative expenses, in the condensed consolidated statements of operations. Finance lease interest costs are included in interest expense, net in the condensed consolidated statements of operations (see Note 7 ) or, when pertaining to assets under development, are capitalized and included in property and equipment, net on the condensed consolidated balance sheets (see Note 5 ). As the Company’s finance lease right-of-use assets pertain to land and land under development, and as the Company elected the practical expedient to retain prior lease classification upon adoption of ASC 842, Leases , no amortization costs related to finance leases were incurred during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 . The Company has no variable lease costs or short-term leases. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 , the components of the Company’s total lease costs are as follows (in thousands): Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended Operating lease costs $ 794 $ 2,332 Finance lease costs - interest 61 183 Total lease costs 855 2,515 The Company’s right-of-use assets and lease liabilities are as follows (in thousands): September 30, 2019 December 31, 2018 (4) Right-of-use assets: Operating (1) $ 5,429 $ — Finance (2) 3,979 3,843 Lease liabilities: Operating (3) 13,091 — Finance 3,410 3,360 _________________________________ (1) Included in other assets on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (2) Included in property and equipment, net on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (3) Included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (4) Finance lease right-of-use assets and liabilities as of December 31, 2018, were previously classified as capital lease assets and liabilities under ASC 840, Leases. Maturities of lease liabilities as of September 30, 2019 , are as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Operating Leases Finance Leases Remainder of 2019 705 90 2020 2,899 386 2021 2,220 395 2022 806 397 2023 545 400 2024 503 402 Thereafter 77,594 3,100 Total $ 85,272 $ 5,170 Total discounted lease liability $ 13,091 $ 3,410 Difference between undiscounted cash flows and discounted cash flows $ 72,181 $ 1,760 Weighted-average remaining lease term 41 years 12 years Weighted-average discount rate 6.3 % 7.0 % Future minimum lease payments as of December 31, 2018 , disclosed in accordance with ASC 840, Leases , were as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Operating Leases Finance Leases 2019 $ 2,779 $ 351 2020 2,899 375 2021 2,220 384 2022 806 386 2023 545 387 Thereafter 78,097 3,340 Total $ 87,346 $ 5,223 The Company’s leases do not contain residual value guarantees and do not contain restrictions with respect to incurring additional financial obligations or dividends. As of September 30, 2019 , the Company does not have any material leases that have not yet commenced. Letter of Credit —As of September 30, 2019 , the Company had one outstanding letter of credit, issued by the Corporation, for $0.2 million , which is collateralized by the Corporation Revolving Credit Facility. Legal Contingencies —As of September 30, 2019 , six purported class action lawsuits in California have been filed against the Company. The complaints allege, among other things, failure to provide meal and rest periods, wage and hour violations and violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. The complaints seek, among other relief, collective and class certification of the lawsuits, unspecified damages, costs and expenses, including attorneys’ fees, and such other relief as the Court might find just and proper. The Company believes it has meritorious defenses and is prepared to vigorously defend the lawsuits. With respect to the meal and rest period and the wage and hour violations alleged in the lawsuits described above, although the Company believes it is reasonably possible that it may incur losses associated with such matters, it is not possible to estimate the amount of loss or range of loss, if any, that might result from adverse judgments, settlements or other resolution based on the early stage of these lawsuits, the uncertainty as to the certification of a class or classes and the size of any certified class, if applicable, and the lack of resolution of significant factual and legal issues. However, depending on the amount and timing, an unfavorable resolution of some or all of these lawsuits could have a material adverse effect on the Company’s condensed consolidated financial statements, results of operations or liquidity in a future period. With respect to the Fair Credit Reporting Act violations alleged in the lawsuits described above, the parties reached a tentative settlement agreement in May 2019, which is subject to certain conditions, including court approval. During the nine months ended September 30, 2019 , the Company recorded a payable and a corresponding insurance receivable for the amount of the tentative settlement. The expected resolution of the alleged Fair Credit Reporting Act violations in the lawsuits did not have, and is not expected to have, a material adverse impact on the Company’s condensed consolidated financial statements, results of operations or liquidity. The Company is not a party to any additional litigation or claims, other than routine matters arising in the ordinary course of business that are incidental to the operation of the business of the Company. The Company believes that the results of all additional litigation and claims, individually or in the aggregate, will not have a material adverse effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements, results of operations or liquidity.
ESH REIT
Entity Information [Line Items]
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES	COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES Lease Commitments —ESH REIT is a tenant under long-term ground leases at five of its hotel properties, including one hotel site for which development is in process. Three of these leases are operating leases and two are finance leases. The ground lease agreements terminate at various dates between 2023 and 2096 and several of the agreements include multiple renewal options for generally five or ten year periods. As ESH REIT is reasonably certain that it will exercise the options to extend its ground leases, fixed payments associated with the extensions are included in the measurement of related right-of-use assets and lease liabilities. Operating lease costs related to ground leases are included in hotel operating expenses in the condensed consolidated statements of operations. Finance lease interest costs are included in interest expense, net in the condensed consolidated statements of operations (see Note 7 ) or, when pertaining to assets under development, are capitalized and included in property and equipment, net on the condensed consolidated balance sheets (see Note 5 ). As ESH REIT’s finance lease right-of-use assets pertain to land and land under development, and as ESH REIT elected the practical expedient to retain prior lease classification upon adoption of ASC 842, Leases , no amortization costs related to finance leases were incurred during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 . ESH REIT has no variable lease costs or short-term leases. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 , components of ESH REIT’s total lease costs are as follows (in thousands): Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended Operating lease costs $ 351 $ 1,004 Finance lease costs - interest 61 183 Total lease costs 412 1,187 ESH REIT’s right-of-use assets and lease liabilities are as follows (in thousands): September 30, 2019 December 31, 2018 (4) Right-of-use assets: Operating (1) $ 2,260 $ — Finance (2) 3,979 3,843 Lease liabilities: Operating (3) 9,235 — Finance 3,410 3,360 _________________________________ (1) Included in other assets on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (2) Included in property and equipment, net on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (3) Included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (4) Finance lease right-of-use assets and liabilities as of December 31, 2018 were previously recorded as capital lease assets and obligations under ASC 840, Leases. Maturities of lease liabilities as of September 30, 2019 , are as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Operating Leases Finance Leases Remainder of 2019 $ 181 $ 90 2020 779 386 2021 784 395 2022 806 397 2023 545 400 2024 503 402 Thereafter 77,594 3,100 Total $ 81,192 $ 5,170 Total discounted lease liability $ 9,235 $ 3,410 Difference between undiscounted cash flows and discounted cash flows $ 71,957 $ 1,760 Weighted-average remaining lease term 58 years 12 years Weighted-average discount rate 6.6 % 7.0 % Future minimum lease payments as of December 31, 2018 , disclosed in accordance with ASC 840, Leases , were as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Operating Leases Finance Leases 2019 $ 712 $ 351 2020 779 375 2021 784 384 2022 806 386 2023 545 387 Thereafter 78,097 3,340 Total $ 81,723 $ 5,223 ESH REIT’s leases do not contain residual value guarantees and do not contain restrictions with respect to incurring additional financial obligations or paying dividends. As of September 30, 2019 , ESH REIT does not have any material leases that have not yet commenced. Legal Contingencies —ESH REIT is not a party to any litigation or claims, other than routine matters arising in the ordinary course of business that are incidental to the operation of the business of ESH REIT. ESH REIT believes that the results of all claims and litigation, individually or in the aggregate, will not have a material adverse effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements, results of operations or liquidity.

EQUITY-BASED COMPENSATION

EQUITY-BASED COMPENSATION	9 Months Ended
EQUITY-BASED COMPENSATION	Sep. 30, 2019
Share-based Payment Arrangement [Abstract]
EQUITY-BASED COMPENSATION	EQUITY-BASED COMPENSATION The Corporation and ESH REIT each maintain a long-term incentive plan (“LTIP”), as amended and restated in 2015, approved by their shareholders. Under the LTIPs, the Corporation and ESH REIT may issue to eligible employees or directors restricted stock units (“RSUs”) or other equity-based awards, in respect of Paired Shares, with service, performance or market vesting conditions. The aggregate number of Paired Shares that may be the subject of awards under the LTIPs shall not exceed 8.0 million , of which no more than 4.0 million may be granted as incentive stock options. Each of the Corporation’s and ESH REIT’s LTIP has a share reserve of an equivalent number of shares of Corporation common stock and ESH REIT Class B common stock. As of September 30, 2019 , 4.5 million Paired Shares were available for future issuance under the LTIPs. Equity-based compensation expense is recognized by amortizing the grant-date fair value on a straight-line basis over the requisite service period of each award. A portion of the grant-date fair value of all equity-based awards is allocated to a share of Corporation common stock and a portion is allocated to a share of ESH REIT Class B common stock. Equity-based compensation expense, which is included in general and administrative expenses in the accompanying condensed consolidated statements of operations, was $1.9 million and $1.8 million for the three months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 , respectively, and $6.1 million and $6.0 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 , respectively. As of September 30, 2019 , unrecognized compensation expense related to outstanding equity-based awards and the related weighted-average period over which it is expected to be recognized subsequent to September 30, 2019 , is presented in the following table. Total unrecognized compensation expense will be adjusted for forfeitures and the achievement of certain performance conditions. Unrecognized Compensation Expense Related to Outstanding Awards (in thousands) Remaining Weighted-Average Amortization Period (in years) RSUs with service vesting conditions $ 7,674 1.3 RSUs with performance vesting conditions 52 0.3 RSUs with market vesting conditions 4,122 1.9 Total unrecognized compensation expense $ 11,848 RSU activity during the nine months ended September 30, 2019 , was as follows: Performance-Based Awards Service-Based Awards Performance Vesting Market Vesting Number of RSUs (in thousands) Weighted- Average Grant- Date Fair Value Number of RSUs (in thousands) Weighted- Average Grant- Date Fair Value Number of RSUs (in thousands) Weighted- Average Grant- Date Fair Value (1) Outstanding at January 1, 2019 523 $ 18.42 32 $ 19.52 297 $ 16.79 Granted 394 $ 17.16 24 $ 17.20 247 $ 15.35 Settled (249 ) $ 18.03 (33 ) $ 19.46 (53 ) $ 12.36 Forfeited (31 ) $ 17.85 (1 ) $ 17.20 (30 ) $ 16.37 Outstanding at September 30, 2019 637 $ 17.82 22 $ 17.20 461 $ 16.55 Vested at September 30, 2019 11 $ 17.03 — $ — — $ — Nonvested at September 30, 2019 626 $ 17.83 22 $ 17.20 461 $ 16.55 _________________________________ (1) An independent third-party valuation was performed contemporaneously with the issuance of grants. The grant-date fair value of awards with service vesting conditions is based on the closing price of a Paired Share on the date of grant. Service-based awards vest over a period of one to three years , subject to the grantee’s continued employment or service. The grant-date fair value of awards with performance vesting conditions is based on the closing price of a Paired Share on the date of grant. Equity-based compensation expense with respect to these awards is adjusted over the vesting period to reflect the probability of achievement of performance targets defined in the award agreements. These awards vest over a one -year period, subject to the grantee’s continued employment, with the ability to earn Paired Shares in a range of 0% to 200% of the awarded number of RSUs based on the achievement of defined performance targets. The grant-date fair value of awards with market vesting conditions is based on an independent third-party valuation. These awards vest at the end of a three -year period, subject to the grantee’s continued employment, with the ability to earn Paired Shares in a range of 0% to 150% of the awarded number of RSUs based on the total shareholder return of a Paired Share relative to the total shareholder return of other publicly traded companies identified in the award agreements. During the nine months ended September 30, 2019 , the grant-date fair value of awards with market vesting conditions was calculated using a Monte Carlo simulation model with the following key assumptions: Expected holding period 2.90 years Risk-free rate of return 2.46 % Expected dividend yield 5.12 %

SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

SUBSEQUENT EVENTS	9 Months Ended
SUBSEQUENT EVENTS	Sep. 30, 2019
Subsequent Events [Abstract]
SUBSEQUENT EVENTS	SUBSEQUENT EVENTS On November 6, 2019 , the Board of Directors of the Corporation declared a cash distribution of $0.12 per share for the third quarter of 2019 on its common stock. The distribution is payable on December 4, 2019 to shareholders of record as of November 20, 2019 . Also on November 6, 2019 , the Board of Directors of ESH REIT declared a cash distribution of $0.11 per share for the third quarter of 2019 on its Class A and Class B common stock. This distribution is also payable on December 4, 2019 to shareholders of record as of November 20, 2019 . Subsequent to September 30, 2019 , the Corporation and ESH REIT repurchased and retired their respective portion of 1.7 million Paired Shares for $15.6 million and $8.9 million , including transaction fees, respectively. As of October 31, 2019 , $180.8 million is remaining under the Paired Share repurchase program.

SUBSEQUENT EVENTS - REIT

SUBSEQUENT EVENTS - REIT	9 Months Ended
SUBSEQUENT EVENTS - REIT	Sep. 30, 2019
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
SUBSEQUENT EVENTS	SUBSEQUENT EVENTS On November 6, 2019 , the Board of Directors of the Corporation declared a cash distribution of $0.12 per share for the third quarter of 2019 on its common stock. The distribution is payable on December 4, 2019 to shareholders of record as of November 20, 2019 . Also on November 6, 2019 , the Board of Directors of ESH REIT declared a cash distribution of $0.11 per share for the third quarter of 2019 on its Class A and Class B common stock. This distribution is also payable on December 4, 2019 to shareholders of record as of November 20, 2019 . Subsequent to September 30, 2019 , the Corporation and ESH REIT repurchased and retired their respective portion of 1.7 million Paired Shares for $15.6 million and $8.9 million , including transaction fees, respectively. As of October 31, 2019 , $180.8 million is remaining under the Paired Share repurchase program.
ESH REIT
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
SUBSEQUENT EVENTS	SUBSEQUENT EVENTS On November 6, 2019 , the Board of Directors of ESH REIT declared a cash distribution of $0.11 per share for the third quarter of 2019 on its Class A and Class B common stock. The distribution is payable on December 4, 2019 to shareholders of record as of November 20, 2019 . Subsequent to September 30, 2019 , ESH REIT repurchased and retired 1.7 million ESH REIT Class B common shares for $8.9 million , including transaction fees. As of October 31, 2019 , $ 180.8 million is remaining under the Paired Share repurchase program.

SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUN_3

SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Policies)	9 Months Ended
SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Policies)	Sep. 30, 2019
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Interim Presentation	Interim Presentation— Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP have been condensed or omitted in the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements. The Company believes the disclosures made are adequate to prevent the information presented from being misleading. However, the condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial statements as of and for the year ended December 31, 2018 , included in the combined annual report on Form 10-K filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on February 27, 2019. The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements reflect all adjustments (consisting only of normal and recurring items) necessary to present fairly the Company’s financial position as of September 30, 2019 , the results of the Company’s operations, comprehensive income and changes in equity for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 and cash flows for the nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018
Use of Estimates	Use of Estimates —The preparation of the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, and amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Management used significant estimates to determine the estimated useful lives of tangible assets as well as in the assessment of tangible and intangible assets for impairment, estimated liabilities for insurance reserves and income taxes and the grant-date fair value of certain equity-based awards. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Property and Equipment	Property and Equipment —Property and equipment additions are recorded at cost. Major improvements that extend the life or utility of property or equipment are capitalized and depreciated over a period equal to the shorter of the estimated useful life of the improvement or the remaining estimated useful life of the asset. Ordinary repairs and maintenance are charged to expense as incurred. Depreciation and amortization are recorded on a straight-line basis over estimated useful lives which range from two to 49 years . Management assesses the performance of long-lived assets for potential impairment quarterly, as well as when events or changes in circumstances indicate the carrying amount of an asset, or group of assets, may not be recoverable. Recoverability of property and equipment is measured by a comparison of the carrying amount of a hotel property (or group of hotel properties) to the estimated future undiscounted cash flows expected to be generated by the hotel property (or group of hotel properties). Impairment is recognized when estimated future undiscounted cash flows, including expected proceeds from disposition, are less than the carrying value of the hotel property (or group of hotel properties). To the extent that a hotel property (or group of hotel properties) is impaired, the excess carrying amount over its estimated fair value is recognized as an impairment charge and reduces income from operations. Fair value is determined based upon the discounted cash flows of the hotel property (or group of hotel properties), bids, quoted market prices or independent appraisals, as considered necessary. The estimation of future undiscounted cash flows is inherently uncertain and relies upon assumptions regarding current and future economic and market conditions. If such conditions change, impairment charges may occur in future periods (see Note 5 ).
Revenue Generated	Revenue Generated from Owned and Operated Hotels — Revenue generated from owned and operated hotels consists of room and other hotel revenues recognized when services are provided. When a reservation is made, the Company deems that the parties have approved a contract in accordance with customary business practices and are committed to perform their respective obligations. At such time, each party’s rights regarding the services to be transferred are identified, payment terms are specified, the contract has commercial substance and, in most instances, it is probable the Company will collect substantially all consideration to which it will be entitled in exchange for services. Each room night consumed by a guest with a cancellable reservation represents a contract whereby the Company has a performance obligation to provide the room night at an agreed upon price. For cancellable reservations, the Company recognizes revenue as each performance obligation (i.e., each room night) is met. Such contract is renewed if the guest continues their stay. For room nights consumed by a guest with a non-cancellable reservation, the entire reservation period represents the contract term whereby the Company has a performance obligation to provide the room night or nights at an agreed upon price. For non-cancellable reservations, the Company recognizes revenue over the term of the performance period (i.e., the reservation period) as room nights are consumed. For these reservations, the room rate is typically fixed over the reservation period. The Company uses an output method based on performance completed to date (i.e., room nights consumed) to determine the amount of revenue it recognizes on a daily basis if the length of a non-cancellable reservation exceeds one night since consumption of room nights indicates when services are transferred to the guest. In certain instances, variable consideration may exist with respect to the transaction price, such as discounts, coupons and price concessions made upon guest checkout. In evaluating its performance obligation, the Company bundles the obligation to provide the guest the room itself with other obligations (such as free WiFi, grab and go breakfast, access to on-site laundry facilities and parking), as the other obligations are not distinct and separable because the guest cannot benefit from the additional amenities without the consumed room night. The Company’s obligation to provide the additional items or services is not separately identifiable from the fundamental contractual obligation (i.e., providing the room and its contents). The Company has no performance obligations once a guest’s stay is complete. Certain revenues are generated through third-party intermediaries or distribution channels (i.e., online travel agents). Regardless of the basis on which the Company is compensated (i.e., gross or net), the Company is responsible for fulfilling the promise to provide the hotel room and related services to the guest and retains inventory risk. Since the Company controls the inventory and services provided and because third-party intermediaries are typically not contractually required to guarantee room night consumption, the Company is the principal in these transactions. As such, the Company is required to record revenue at an amount equal to the price charged to the guest (i.e., on a gross basis). Third-party intermediaries that pay the Company directly (i.e., on a net basis) typically charge the guest additional fees, blend the room offering with other offerings at amounts which are not allocable and may adjust the price without the Company’s approval. As such, the Company is unable to calculate the room rate charged to the guest. Since any estimate the Company would make has significant uncertainty that ultimately would not be resolved, despite its role as principal, in these instances the Company records revenue equal to the amount paid by the third-party intermediaries (i.e., the net amount). Revenue Generated from Franchise and Management Fees — Revenue generated from franchise and management contracts consists of the following: • Franchise fees, which consist of an initial fee and an ongoing royalty fee based on a percentage of a hotel’s monthly revenue in exchange for the access to and use of the Company’s brand name and other intellectual property. Initial fees are deferred and recognized over the expected contract or customer life. Royalty fees are recognized over time as franchisees derive value from the license to use the intellectual property. • Management fees, which consist of an ongoing base fee calculated as a percentage of a hotel’s monthly revenue in exchange for on-site hotel management services. Management fees are recognized over time as third-party hotel owners derive value from on-site personnel and related services. • Other revenues from franchised and managed properties, which include the reimbursement of costs incurred on behalf of third-party owners on a direct and an indirect basis, as follows: ◦ Direct costs incurred with respect to management and franchise agreements include on-site hotel personnel and incremental reservation and distribution costs, respectively, for which the Company is reimbursed on a dollar-for-dollar basis. Since the Company employs the hotel personnel and has discretion over reservation and distribution costs, it is the principal with respect to these services and revenue is recognized on a gross basis. ◦ Indirect costs incurred with respect to franchise agreements include costs associated with certain shared system-wide platforms (i.e., system services), such as marketing, technology infrastructure, central reservations, national sales and revenue management systems. The Company is reimbursed for indirect costs through a system service, or program, fee based on a percentage of a hotel’s monthly revenue. System service fees are recognized over time as franchisees derive value from the license to use these processes and systems. The Company has discretion over how it spends system service fees and is the principal with respect to these services. Revenue is recognized on a gross basis; expense is recognized as incurred. Over time, the Company manages system services to break-even, but the timing of revenue will typically not align with the expense to operate the programs. The promise to provide access to the Company’s intellectual property is combined with the promise to provide system services to form a single performance obligation since the promises generally accompany one another. Hotel management services form a single performance obligation. As noted above, each identified performance obligation is considered to be a series of services transferred over time. Revenue is recognized on an output method based on performance completed to date. The Company recognizes revenue in the amount to which it has a right to bill third parties under their respective franchise and/or management agreements, as it has a right to consideration in an amount that corresponds directly with the third parties’ hotel revenues. Franchise, management and system service fees are characterized as variable consideration and vary from period to period. In the event that fees include variables that extend beyond the current period, the Company uses the most likely amount method to determine the amount of revenue to record based on a reasonable revenue forecast for the applicable hotel. In most instances, the Company does not have constraining estimates, as hotel revenues are typically available and obtained monthly.
Segments	Segments —The Company has two reportable operating segments based on the manner in which we evaluate our business: (i) owned hotels and (ii) franchise and management. The Company assesses the performance of these segments on an individual basis (see Note 10 ).
Recently Issued Accounting Standards	Recently Issued Accounting Standards Fair Value Measurement— In August 2018, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued an accounting standards update which modifies the disclosure requirements for fair value measurements in Topic 820, Fair Value Measurement . This update will be effective for fiscal years and interim periods within those fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, and may be early adopted. The Company does not expect the adoption of this update to have a material effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements. Intangibles-Goodwill and Other—Internal-Use Software— In August 2018, the FASB issued an accounting standards update which aligns the requirements for capitalizing implementation costs incurred in a hosting arrangement that is a service contract with the requirements for capitalizing implementation costs incurred to develop or obtain internal-use software and hosting arrangements that include an internal-use software license. This update will be effective for fiscal years and interim periods within those fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, and may be early adopted. The Company expects to apply this update prospectively and does not expect adoption to have a material effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements. Compensation—Stock Compensation— In June 2018, the FASB issued an accounting standards update which expands the scope of Topic 718, Stock Compensation, to include share-based payments granted to non-employees in exchange for goods or services. The new guidance simplifies the accounting for share-based payments granted to non-employees for goods or services by aligning it with the accounting for share-based payments granted to employees, with certain exceptions. Under the new guidance, non-employee share-based payment awards included within the scope of Topic 718 will be measured at the grant-date fair value of the equity instruments. In addition, classification of non-employee share-based payment awards will be subject to the requirements of Topic 718 unless modified after the good has been delivered and/or the service has been rendered and any other conditions necessary to earn the right to benefit from the instruments have been satisfied. This approach will eliminate the requirement to reassess classification of such awards upon vesting. The Company adopted this update on January 1, 2019, using a retrospective method. The adoption of this update did not have a material effect on the Company’s condensed consolidated financial statements. Comprehensive Income— In February 2018, the FASB issued an accounting standards update that allows a reclassification from accumulated other comprehensive income to retained earnings for stranded tax effects resulting from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (“TCJA”). The Company adopted this update on January 1, 2019, using a retrospective method. The adoption of this update did not have a material effect on the Company’s condensed consolidated financial statements. Goodwill— In January 2017, the FASB issued an accounting standards update in which the guidance on testing for goodwill was updated to eliminate Step 2 in the determination on whether goodwill should be considered impaired. Annual and/or interim assessments are still required. This update will be effective for fiscal years and interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, and may be adopted early. The Company expects to apply this update prospectively and does not expect adoption to have a material effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements. Financial Instruments—Credit Losses— In June 2016, the FASB issued an accounting standards update which requires the measurement of an impairment allowance for certain financial assets based on a company’s current estimate of all contractual cash flows it does not expect to collect. This update will be effective for fiscal years and interim periods within those fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, and may be adopted early. The Company expects to apply this update using a modified retrospective method and does not expect adoption to have a material effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements. Leases— ASC 842, Leases , introduced a lessee model that requires a right-of-use asset and lease obligation to be presented on the balance sheet for all leases, whether operating or financing. The Company adopted ASC 842 on January 1, 2019, using the modified retrospective approach with the Comparatives Under 840 Option, whereby the Company applied the standard at the beginning of the period of adoption and has presented financial information for periods prior to January 1, 2019 in accordance with prior guidance. Upon adoption, the Company elected practical expedients related to (i) the identification and classification of leases that commenced before the effective date, (ii) initial direct costs for leases that commenced before the effective date, (iii) the ability to use hindsight in evaluating lessee options to extend or terminate a lease or to purchase the underlying asset, (iv) land easements and (v) the evaluation of lease and non-lease components of a contract. Implementation had no cumulative effect on retained earnings. Adoption resulted in the recognition of operating lease right-of-use assets of $7.1 million as of January 1, 2019, which included adjustments for accrued lease payments, above market lease liabilities and lease incentives, and liabilities of $14.5 million . Finance lease right-of-use assets and liabilities recognized as of January 1, 2019, included preexisting assets and liabilities of $3.8 million and $3.4 million , respectively, related to capital leases accounted for under prior guidance. Judgement was exercised in the application of ASC 842 with respect to the determination of whether a contract contains a lease. While the ability to control and direct the use of an identified asset indicates that the contract, or portion of a contract, is a lease, a counterparty’s substantive substitution rights typically provide evidence that a lessee does not control the asset. Judgement was also exercised with respect to the determination of the discount rate used to determine the present value of lease payments. In instances in which interest rates implicit in leases are not readily determinable, the Company uses its incremental borrowing rate. The substantial majority of widely available market maturities and asset-specific risk spreads may not match the underlying contract and, as such, borrowing rates and risk spreads are estimated based on the contract’s term, the counterparty’s security and other characteristics of the identified asset.

SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUN_4

SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES - REIT (Policies)	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019
Entity Information [Line Items]
Interim Presentation	Interim Presentation— Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP have been condensed or omitted in the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements. The Company believes the disclosures made are adequate to prevent the information presented from being misleading. However, the condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial statements as of and for the year ended December 31, 2018 , included in the combined annual report on Form 10-K filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on February 27, 2019. The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements reflect all adjustments (consisting only of normal and recurring items) necessary to present fairly the Company’s financial position as of September 30, 2019 , the results of the Company’s operations, comprehensive income and changes in equity for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 and cash flows for the nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018
Use of Estimates	Use of Estimates —The preparation of the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, and amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Management used significant estimates to determine the estimated useful lives of tangible assets as well as in the assessment of tangible and intangible assets for impairment, estimated liabilities for insurance reserves and income taxes and the grant-date fair value of certain equity-based awards. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Property and Equipment	Property and Equipment —Property and equipment additions are recorded at cost. Major improvements that extend the life or utility of property or equipment are capitalized and depreciated over a period equal to the shorter of the estimated useful life of the improvement or the remaining estimated useful life of the asset. Ordinary repairs and maintenance are charged to expense as incurred. Depreciation and amortization are recorded on a straight-line basis over estimated useful lives which range from two to 49 years . Management assesses the performance of long-lived assets for potential impairment quarterly, as well as when events or changes in circumstances indicate the carrying amount of an asset, or group of assets, may not be recoverable. Recoverability of property and equipment is measured by a comparison of the carrying amount of a hotel property (or group of hotel properties) to the estimated future undiscounted cash flows expected to be generated by the hotel property (or group of hotel properties). Impairment is recognized when estimated future undiscounted cash flows, including expected proceeds from disposition, are less than the carrying value of the hotel property (or group of hotel properties). To the extent that a hotel property (or group of hotel properties) is impaired, the excess carrying amount over its estimated fair value is recognized as an impairment charge and reduces income from operations. Fair value is determined based upon the discounted cash flows of the hotel property (or group of hotel properties), bids, quoted market prices or independent appraisals, as considered necessary. The estimation of future undiscounted cash flows is inherently uncertain and relies upon assumptions regarding current and future economic and market conditions. If such conditions change, impairment charges may occur in future periods (see Note 5 ).
Revenue Generated	Revenue Generated from Owned and Operated Hotels — Revenue generated from owned and operated hotels consists of room and other hotel revenues recognized when services are provided. When a reservation is made, the Company deems that the parties have approved a contract in accordance with customary business practices and are committed to perform their respective obligations. At such time, each party’s rights regarding the services to be transferred are identified, payment terms are specified, the contract has commercial substance and, in most instances, it is probable the Company will collect substantially all consideration to which it will be entitled in exchange for services. Each room night consumed by a guest with a cancellable reservation represents a contract whereby the Company has a performance obligation to provide the room night at an agreed upon price. For cancellable reservations, the Company recognizes revenue as each performance obligation (i.e., each room night) is met. Such contract is renewed if the guest continues their stay. For room nights consumed by a guest with a non-cancellable reservation, the entire reservation period represents the contract term whereby the Company has a performance obligation to provide the room night or nights at an agreed upon price. For non-cancellable reservations, the Company recognizes revenue over the term of the performance period (i.e., the reservation period) as room nights are consumed. For these reservations, the room rate is typically fixed over the reservation period. The Company uses an output method based on performance completed to date (i.e., room nights consumed) to determine the amount of revenue it recognizes on a daily basis if the length of a non-cancellable reservation exceeds one night since consumption of room nights indicates when services are transferred to the guest. In certain instances, variable consideration may exist with respect to the transaction price, such as discounts, coupons and price concessions made upon guest checkout. In evaluating its performance obligation, the Company bundles the obligation to provide the guest the room itself with other obligations (such as free WiFi, grab and go breakfast, access to on-site laundry facilities and parking), as the other obligations are not distinct and separable because the guest cannot benefit from the additional amenities without the consumed room night. The Company’s obligation to provide the additional items or services is not separately identifiable from the fundamental contractual obligation (i.e., providing the room and its contents). The Company has no performance obligations once a guest’s stay is complete. Certain revenues are generated through third-party intermediaries or distribution channels (i.e., online travel agents). Regardless of the basis on which the Company is compensated (i.e., gross or net), the Company is responsible for fulfilling the promise to provide the hotel room and related services to the guest and retains inventory risk. Since the Company controls the inventory and services provided and because third-party intermediaries are typically not contractually required to guarantee room night consumption, the Company is the principal in these transactions. As such, the Company is required to record revenue at an amount equal to the price charged to the guest (i.e., on a gross basis). Third-party intermediaries that pay the Company directly (i.e., on a net basis) typically charge the guest additional fees, blend the room offering with other offerings at amounts which are not allocable and may adjust the price without the Company’s approval. As such, the Company is unable to calculate the room rate charged to the guest. Since any estimate the Company would make has significant uncertainty that ultimately would not be resolved, despite its role as principal, in these instances the Company records revenue equal to the amount paid by the third-party intermediaries (i.e., the net amount). Revenue Generated from Franchise and Management Fees — Revenue generated from franchise and management contracts consists of the following: • Franchise fees, which consist of an initial fee and an ongoing royalty fee based on a percentage of a hotel’s monthly revenue in exchange for the access to and use of the Company’s brand name and other intellectual property. Initial fees are deferred and recognized over the expected contract or customer life. Royalty fees are recognized over time as franchisees derive value from the license to use the intellectual property. • Management fees, which consist of an ongoing base fee calculated as a percentage of a hotel’s monthly revenue in exchange for on-site hotel management services. Management fees are recognized over time as third-party hotel owners derive value from on-site personnel and related services. • Other revenues from franchised and managed properties, which include the reimbursement of costs incurred on behalf of third-party owners on a direct and an indirect basis, as follows: ◦ Direct costs incurred with respect to management and franchise agreements include on-site hotel personnel and incremental reservation and distribution costs, respectively, for which the Company is reimbursed on a dollar-for-dollar basis. Since the Company employs the hotel personnel and has discretion over reservation and distribution costs, it is the principal with respect to these services and revenue is recognized on a gross basis. ◦ Indirect costs incurred with respect to franchise agreements include costs associated with certain shared system-wide platforms (i.e., system services), such as marketing, technology infrastructure, central reservations, national sales and revenue management systems. The Company is reimbursed for indirect costs through a system service, or program, fee based on a percentage of a hotel’s monthly revenue. System service fees are recognized over time as franchisees derive value from the license to use these processes and systems. The Company has discretion over how it spends system service fees and is the principal with respect to these services. Revenue is recognized on a gross basis; expense is recognized as incurred. Over time, the Company manages system services to break-even, but the timing of revenue will typically not align with the expense to operate the programs. The promise to provide access to the Company’s intellectual property is combined with the promise to provide system services to form a single performance obligation since the promises generally accompany one another. Hotel management services form a single performance obligation. As noted above, each identified performance obligation is considered to be a series of services transferred over time. Revenue is recognized on an output method based on performance completed to date. The Company recognizes revenue in the amount to which it has a right to bill third parties under their respective franchise and/or management agreements, as it has a right to consideration in an amount that corresponds directly with the third parties’ hotel revenues. Franchise, management and system service fees are characterized as variable consideration and vary from period to period. In the event that fees include variables that extend beyond the current period, the Company uses the most likely amount method to determine the amount of revenue to record based on a reasonable revenue forecast for the applicable hotel. In most instances, the Company does not have constraining estimates, as hotel revenues are typically available and obtained monthly.
Recently Issued Accounting Standards	Recently Issued Accounting Standards Fair Value Measurement— In August 2018, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued an accounting standards update which modifies the disclosure requirements for fair value measurements in Topic 820, Fair Value Measurement . This update will be effective for fiscal years and interim periods within those fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, and may be early adopted. The Company does not expect the adoption of this update to have a material effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements. Intangibles-Goodwill and Other—Internal-Use Software— In August 2018, the FASB issued an accounting standards update which aligns the requirements for capitalizing implementation costs incurred in a hosting arrangement that is a service contract with the requirements for capitalizing implementation costs incurred to develop or obtain internal-use software and hosting arrangements that include an internal-use software license. This update will be effective for fiscal years and interim periods within those fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, and may be early adopted. The Company expects to apply this update prospectively and does not expect adoption to have a material effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements. Compensation—Stock Compensation— In June 2018, the FASB issued an accounting standards update which expands the scope of Topic 718, Stock Compensation, to include share-based payments granted to non-employees in exchange for goods or services. The new guidance simplifies the accounting for share-based payments granted to non-employees for goods or services by aligning it with the accounting for share-based payments granted to employees, with certain exceptions. Under the new guidance, non-employee share-based payment awards included within the scope of Topic 718 will be measured at the grant-date fair value of the equity instruments. In addition, classification of non-employee share-based payment awards will be subject to the requirements of Topic 718 unless modified after the good has been delivered and/or the service has been rendered and any other conditions necessary to earn the right to benefit from the instruments have been satisfied. This approach will eliminate the requirement to reassess classification of such awards upon vesting. The Company adopted this update on January 1, 2019, using a retrospective method. The adoption of this update did not have a material effect on the Company’s condensed consolidated financial statements. Comprehensive Income— In February 2018, the FASB issued an accounting standards update that allows a reclassification from accumulated other comprehensive income to retained earnings for stranded tax effects resulting from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (“TCJA”). The Company adopted this update on January 1, 2019, using a retrospective method. The adoption of this update did not have a material effect on the Company’s condensed consolidated financial statements. Goodwill— In January 2017, the FASB issued an accounting standards update in which the guidance on testing for goodwill was updated to eliminate Step 2 in the determination on whether goodwill should be considered impaired. Annual and/or interim assessments are still required. This update will be effective for fiscal years and interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, and may be adopted early. The Company expects to apply this update prospectively and does not expect adoption to have a material effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements. Financial Instruments—Credit Losses— In June 2016, the FASB issued an accounting standards update which requires the measurement of an impairment allowance for certain financial assets based on a company’s current estimate of all contractual cash flows it does not expect to collect. This update will be effective for fiscal years and interim periods within those fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, and may be adopted early. The Company expects to apply this update using a modified retrospective method and does not expect adoption to have a material effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements. Leases— ASC 842, Leases , introduced a lessee model that requires a right-of-use asset and lease obligation to be presented on the balance sheet for all leases, whether operating or financing. The Company adopted ASC 842 on January 1, 2019, using the modified retrospective approach with the Comparatives Under 840 Option, whereby the Company applied the standard at the beginning of the period of adoption and has presented financial information for periods prior to January 1, 2019 in accordance with prior guidance. Upon adoption, the Company elected practical expedients related to (i) the identification and classification of leases that commenced before the effective date, (ii) initial direct costs for leases that commenced before the effective date, (iii) the ability to use hindsight in evaluating lessee options to extend or terminate a lease or to purchase the underlying asset, (iv) land easements and (v) the evaluation of lease and non-lease components of a contract. Implementation had no cumulative effect on retained earnings. Adoption resulted in the recognition of operating lease right-of-use assets of $7.1 million as of January 1, 2019, which included adjustments for accrued lease payments, above market lease liabilities and lease incentives, and liabilities of $14.5 million . Finance lease right-of-use assets and liabilities recognized as of January 1, 2019, included preexisting assets and liabilities of $3.8 million and $3.4 million , respectively, related to capital leases accounted for under prior guidance. Judgement was exercised in the application of ASC 842 with respect to the determination of whether a contract contains a lease. While the ability to control and direct the use of an identified asset indicates that the contract, or portion of a contract, is a lease, a counterparty’s substantive substitution rights typically provide evidence that a lessee does not control the asset. Judgement was also exercised with respect to the determination of the discount rate used to determine the present value of lease payments. In instances in which interest rates implicit in leases are not readily determinable, the Company uses its incremental borrowing rate. The substantial majority of widely available market maturities and asset-specific risk spreads may not match the underlying contract and, as such, borrowing rates and risk spreads are estimated based on the contract’s term, the counterparty’s security and other characteristics of the identified asset.
ESH REIT
Entity Information [Line Items]
Interim Presentation	Interim Presentation —Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP have been condensed or omitted in the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements. ESH REIT believes the disclosures made are adequate to prevent the information presented from being misleading. However, the condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial statements as of and for the year ended December 31, 2018 , included in the combined annual report on Form 10-K filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on February 27, 2019. The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements reflect all adjustments (consisting only of normal and recurring items) necessary to present fairly ESH REIT’s financial position as of September 30, 2019 , the results of ESH REIT’s operations, comprehensive income and changes in equity for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 and cash flows for the nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 . Interim results are not necessarily indicative of full year performance because of acquisitions, dispositions, financing or other capital transactions and the impact of accounting for variable rental payments under lease arrangements.
Use of Estimates	Use of Estimates —The preparation of the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, and the amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Management used significant estimates to determine the estimated useful lives of tangible assets as well as in the assessment of tangible and intangible assets for impairment and the grant-date fair value of certain equity-based awards. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Property and Equipment	Property and Equipment —Property and equipment additions are recorded at cost. Major improvements that extend the life or utility of property or equipment are capitalized and depreciated over a period equal to the shorter of the estimated useful life of the improvement or the remaining estimated useful life of the asset. Ordinary repairs and maintenance are charged to expense as incurred. Depreciation and amortization are recorded on a straight-line basis over estimated useful lives which range from two to 49 years . Management assesses the performance of long-lived assets for potential impairment quarterly, as well as when events or changes in circumstances indicate the carrying amount of an asset, or group of assets, may not be recoverable. Recoverability of property and equipment is measured by a comparison of the carrying amount of a hotel property or group of hotel properties (when they are grouped under ESH REIT’s leases), to the estimated future undiscounted cash flows expected to be generated by each hotel property or group of hotel properties. Impairment is recognized when estimated future undiscounted cash flows, including expected proceeds from disposition, are less than the carrying value of the hotel property or group of hotel properties. To the extent that a hotel property or group of hotel properties is impaired, the excess carrying amount over estimated fair value is recognized as an impairment charge and reduces income from operations. Fair value is determined based upon the discounted cash flows of a hotel property or group of hotel properties, bids, quoted market prices or independent appraisals, as considered necessary. The estimation of future undiscounted cash flows is inherently uncertain and relies upon assumptions regarding current and future economic and market conditions. If such conditions change, impairment charges may occur in future periods (see Note 5 ).
Revenue Generated	Revenue Recognition —ESH REIT’s sole source of revenues is rental revenue derived from operating leases with subsidiaries of the Corporation (i.e., all revenues are generated from agreements with related parties (see Note 10 ). Rental revenues are recorded on a straight-line basis as they are earned during the lease terms. Rents receivable from Extended Stay America, Inc. on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets represent monthly rental amounts contractually due. Deferred rents receivable from Extended Stay America, Inc. on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets represent the cumulative difference between straight-line rental revenues recognized and rental revenues contractually due. Lease rental payments received prior to rendering services are included in unearned rental revenues from Extended Stay America, Inc. on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. Variable rental revenues, specifically percentage rental revenues related to hotel revenues of the Operating Lessees, are recognized when such amounts are fixed and determinable (i.e., only when percentage rental revenue thresholds have been achieved).
Recently Issued Accounting Standards	Recently Issued Accounting Standards Fair Value Measurement— In August 2018, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued an accounting standards update which modifies the disclosure requirements for fair value measurements in Topic 820, Fair Value Measurement . This update will be effective for fiscal years and interim periods within those fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, and may be early adopted. ESH REIT does not expect the adoption of this update to have a material effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements. Intangibles-Goodwill and Other—Internal-Use Software— In August 2018, the FASB issued an accounting standards update which aligns the requirements for capitalizing implementation costs incurred in a hosting arrangement that is a service contract with the requirements for capitalizing implementation costs incurred to develop or obtain internal-use software and hosting arrangements that include an internal-use software license. This update will be effective for fiscal years and interim periods within those fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, and may be early adopted. ESH REIT expects to apply this update prospectively and does not expect adoption to have a material effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements. Compensation—Stock Compensation— In June 2018, the FASB issued an accounting standards update which expands the scope of Topic 718, Stock Compensation, to include share-based payments granted to non-employees in exchange for goods or services. The new guidance simplifies the accounting for share-based payments granted to non-employees for goods or services by aligning it with the accounting for share-based payments granted to employees, with certain exceptions. Under the new guidance, non-employee share-based payment awards included within the scope of Topic 718 will be measured at the grant-date fair value of the equity instruments. In addition, classification of non-employee share-based payment awards will be subject to the requirements of Topic 718 unless modified after the good has been delivered and/or the service has been rendered and any other conditions necessary to earn the right to benefit from the instruments have been satisfied. This approach will eliminate the requirement to reassess classification of such awards upon vesting. ESH REIT adopted this update on January 1, 2019, using a retrospective method. The adoption of this update did not have a material effect on ESH REIT’s condensed consolidated financial statements. Goodwill —In January 2017, the FASB issued an accounting standards update in which the guidance on testing for goodwill was updated to eliminate Step 2 in the determination on whether goodwill should be considered impaired. Annual and/or interim assessments are still required. This update will be effective for fiscal years and interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, and may be adopted early. ESH REIT expects to apply this update prospectively and does not expect adoption to have a material effect on its condensed consolidated financial statements. Leases —ASC 842, Leases , introduced a lessee model that requires a right-of-use asset and lease obligation to be presented on the balance sheet for all leases, whether operating or financing. ESH REIT adopted ASC 842 on January 1, 2019, using the modified retrospective approach with the Comparatives Under 840 Option, whereby ESH REIT applied the standard at the beginning of the period of adoption and has presented financial information for periods prior to January 1, 2019 in accordance with prior guidance. Upon adoption, ESH REIT elected practical expedients related to (i) the identification and classification of leases that commenced before the effective date, (ii) initial direct costs for leases that commenced before the effective date, (iii) the ability to use hindsight in evaluating lessee options to extend or terminate a lease or to purchase the underlying asset, (iv) land easements and (v) the evaluation of lease and non-lease components of a contract. Implementation had no cumulative effect on retained earnings. Adoption resulted in the recognition of operating lease right-of-use assets of $2.8 million as of January 1, 2019, which included adjustments for accrued lease payments, above market lease liabilities and lease incentives, and liabilities of $9.3 million . Finance lease right-of-use assets and liabilities recognized as of January 1, 2019, included preexisting assets and liabilities of $3.8 million and $3.4 million , respectively, related to capital leases accounted for under prior guidance. Judgement was exercised in the application of ASC 842 with respect to the determination of whether a contract contains a lease. While the ability to control and direct the use of an identified asset indicates that the contract, or portion of a contract, is a lease, a counterparty’s substantive substitution rights typically provide evidence that a lessee does not control the asset. Judgement was also exercised with respect to the determination of the discount rate used to determine the present value of lease payments. In instances in which interest rates implicit in leases are not readily determinable, ESH REIT uses its incremental borrowing rate. The substantial majority of widely available market maturities and asset-specific risk spreads may not match the underlying contract and, as such, borrowing rates and risk spreads are estimated based on the contract’s term, the counterparty’s security and other characteristics of the identified asset. Under ASC 842, lessor accounting for leases did not substantially change from previous guidance; however, the standard introduced certain modifications to conform lessor accounting with the lessee model, further defined certain lease and non-lease components and changed the definition of initial direct costs of leases. The adoption of ASC 842 did not have a material effect on ESH REIT’s revenue recognition or related disclosures.

NET INCOME PER SHARE (Tables)

NET INCOME PER SHARE (Tables)	9 Months Ended
NET INCOME PER SHARE (Tables)	Sep. 30, 2019
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Calculations of Basic and Diluted Net Income per Share, Including a Reconciliation of Numerators and Denominators	The calculations of basic and diluted net income per share, including a reconciliation of the numerators and denominators, are as follows (in thousands, except per share data): Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended 2019 2018 2019 2018 Numerator: Net income available to Extended Stay America, Inc. common shareholders - basic $ 41,071 $ 71,902 $ 116,502 $ 151,810 Income attributable to noncontrolling interests assuming conversion (6 ) (5 ) (19 ) (26 ) Net income available to Extended Stay America, Inc. common shareholders - diluted $ 41,065 $ 71,897 $ 116,483 $ 151,784 Denominator: Weighted-average number of Extended Stay America, Inc. common shares outstanding - basic 186,844 188,822 188,063 189,681 Dilutive securities 171 431 254 430 Weighted-average number of Extended Stay America, Inc. common shares outstanding - diluted 187,015 189,253 188,317 190,111 Net income per Extended Stay America, Inc. common share - basic $ 0.22 $ 0.38 $ 0.62 $ 0.80 Net income per Extended Stay America, Inc. common share - diluted $ 0.22 $ 0.38 $ 0.62 $ 0.80

NET INCOME PER SHARE - REIT (Ta

NET INCOME PER SHARE - REIT (Tables)	9 Months Ended
NET INCOME PER SHARE - REIT (Tables)	Sep. 30, 2019
Entity Information [Line Items]
Calculations of Basic and Diluted Net Income per Share, Including a Reconciliation of Numerators and Denominators	The calculations of basic and diluted net income per share, including a reconciliation of the numerators and denominators, are as follows (in thousands, except per share data): Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended 2019 2018 2019 2018 Numerator: Net income available to Extended Stay America, Inc. common shareholders - basic $ 41,071 $ 71,902 $ 116,502 $ 151,810 Income attributable to noncontrolling interests assuming conversion (6 ) (5 ) (19 ) (26 ) Net income available to Extended Stay America, Inc. common shareholders - diluted $ 41,065 $ 71,897 $ 116,483 $ 151,784 Denominator: Weighted-average number of Extended Stay America, Inc. common shares outstanding - basic 186,844 188,822 188,063 189,681 Dilutive securities 171 431 254 430 Weighted-average number of Extended Stay America, Inc. common shares outstanding - diluted 187,015 189,253 188,317 190,111 Net income per Extended Stay America, Inc. common share - basic $ 0.22 $ 0.38 $ 0.62 $ 0.80 Net income per Extended Stay America, Inc. common share - diluted $ 0.22 $ 0.38 $ 0.62 $ 0.80
ESH REIT
Entity Information [Line Items]
Calculations of Basic and Diluted Net Income per Share, Including a Reconciliation of Numerators and Denominators	The calculations of basic and diluted net income per share, including a reconciliation of the numerators and denominators, are as follows (in thousands, except per share data): Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended 2019 2018 2019 2018 Numerator: Net income $ 28,467 $ 8,821 $ 57,882 $ 47,592 Less preferred dividends (4 ) (4 ) (12 ) (12 ) Net income available to ESH Hospitality, Inc. common shareholders $ 28,463 $ 8,817 $ 57,870 $ 47,580 Class A: Net income available to ESH Hospitality, Inc. Class A common $ 16,303 $ 5,027 $ 33,054 $ 27,077 Amounts attributable to ESH Hospitality, Inc. Class B (6 ) (5 ) (19 ) (26 ) Net income available to ESH Hospitality, Inc. Class A common $ 16,297 $ 5,022 $ 33,035 $ 27,051 Class B: Net income available to ESH Hospitality, Inc. Class B common $ 12,160 $ 3,790 $ 24,816 $ 20,503 Amounts attributable to ESH Hospitality, Inc. Class B 6 5 19 26 Net income available to ESH Hospitality, Inc. Class B common $ 12,166 $ 3,795 $ 24,835 $ 20,529 Denominator: Class A: Weighted-average number of ESH Hospitality, Inc. Class A common 250,494 250,494 250,494 250,494 Class B: Weighted-average number of ESH Hospitality, Inc. Class B common 186,844 188,822 188,063 189,681 Dilutive securities 171 431 254 430 Weighted-average number of ESH Hospitality, Inc. Class B common 187,015 189,253 188,317 190,111 Net income per ESH Hospitality, Inc. common share - Class A - basic $ 0.07 $ 0.02 $ 0.13 $ 0.11 Net income per ESH Hospitality, Inc. common share - Class A - diluted $ 0.07 $ 0.02 $ 0.13 $ 0.11 Net income per ESH Hospitality, Inc. common share - Class B - basic $ 0.07 $ 0.02 $ 0.13 $ 0.11 Net income per ESH Hospitality, Inc. common share - Class B - diluted $ 0.07 $ 0.02 $ 0.13 $ 0.11

HOTEL DISPOSITIONS (Tables)

HOTEL DISPOSITIONS (Tables)	9 Months Ended
HOTEL DISPOSITIONS (Tables)	Sep. 30, 2019
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Summary of Total Revenues and Expenses	The table below summarizes hotel dispositions during the year ended December 31, 2018 (in thousands, except number of hotels and number of rooms). None of the 2018 dispositions were reported as discontinued operations. Year Brand Location Month Sold Number of Number of Net Proceeds Gain (Loss) Franchised/Managed (1) 2018 Extended Stay America Various November 14 1,369 $ 34,855 $ 1,331 (2) Yes 2018 Extended Stay America Various September 16 1,680 60,710 6,293 (2) Yes 2018 Extended Stay America Various September 16 1,776 58,144 (3,014 ) (2) Yes 2018 Extended Stay America Various February 25 2,430 111,156 6,810 (2) Yes 2018 Extended Stay America Texas March 1 101 44,090 31,058 No (3) ________________________________ (1) As of September 30, 2019 . (2) Net of impairment charges of $16.8 million , $24.3 million , $6.3 million and $2.1 million , respectively, recognized prior to sale. (3) Management agreement terminated in August 2019. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , disposed hotel properties contributed total room and other hotel revenues, total operating expenses and gain (loss) before income tax expense as follows (in thousands): Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended Total room and other hotel revenues $ 16,363 $ 51,170 Total operating expenses (1) 12,295 78,390 Gain (loss) before income tax expense (1) 4,068 (27,220 ) ________________________________ (1) Includes impairment charges of $0 and $37.4 million for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , respectively.

HOTEL DISPOSITIONS - REIT (Tabl

HOTEL DISPOSITIONS - REIT (Tables)	9 Months Ended
HOTEL DISPOSITIONS - REIT (Tables)	Sep. 30, 2019
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Summary of Total Revenues and Expenses	The table below summarizes hotel dispositions during the year ended December 31, 2018 (in thousands, except number of hotels and number of rooms). None of the 2018 dispositions were reported as discontinued operations. Year Brand Location Month Sold Number of Number of Net Proceeds Gain (Loss) Franchised/Managed (1) 2018 Extended Stay America Various November 14 1,369 $ 34,855 $ 1,331 (2) Yes 2018 Extended Stay America Various September 16 1,680 60,710 6,293 (2) Yes 2018 Extended Stay America Various September 16 1,776 58,144 (3,014 ) (2) Yes 2018 Extended Stay America Various February 25 2,430 111,156 6,810 (2) Yes 2018 Extended Stay America Texas March 1 101 44,090 31,058 No (3) ________________________________ (1) As of September 30, 2019 . (2) Net of impairment charges of $16.8 million , $24.3 million , $6.3 million and $2.1 million , respectively, recognized prior to sale. (3) Management agreement terminated in August 2019. During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , disposed hotel properties contributed total room and other hotel revenues, total operating expenses and gain (loss) before income tax expense as follows (in thousands): Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended Total room and other hotel revenues $ 16,363 $ 51,170 Total operating expenses (1) 12,295 78,390 Gain (loss) before income tax expense (1) 4,068 (27,220 ) ________________________________ (1) Includes impairment charges of $0 and $37.4 million for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , respectively.
ESH REIT
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Summary of Total Revenues and Expenses	The table below summarizes hotel dispositions during the year ended December 31, 2018 (in thousands, except number of hotels and number of rooms). None of the 2018 dispositions were reported as discontinued operations. Year Brand Location Month Sold Number of Number of Net Proceeds (Loss) Gain 2018 Extended Stay America Various November 14 1,369 $ 34,855 $ (14,930 ) 2018 Extended Stay America Various September 16 1,680 60,710 (17,025 ) 2018 Extended Stay America Various September 16 1,776 58,144 (8,934 ) 2018 Extended Stay America Various February 25 2,430 111,156 4,269 2018 Extended Stay America Texas March 1 101 44,090 30,992 During the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , disposed hotel properties contributed rental revenues, total operating expenses and income before income tax expense as follows (in thousands): Three Months Ended September 30, 2018 Nine Months Ended September 30, 2018 Rental revenues from Extended Stay America, Inc. $ 6,316 $ 20,349 Total operating expenses 4,319 15,637 Income before income tax expense 1,997 4,712

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT (Tables)

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT (Tables)	9 Months Ended
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT (Tables)	Sep. 30, 2019
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Net Investment in Property and Equipment	Net investment in property and equipment as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , consists of the following (in thousands): September 30, December 31, 2018 Hotel properties: Land and site improvements (1) $ 1,218,581 $ 1,215,710 Building and improvements 2,754,786 2,729,661 Furniture, fixtures and equipment 726,980 674,545 Total hotel properties 4,700,347 4,619,916 Development in process (2) 74,125 27,174 Corporate furniture, fixtures, equipment and other 25,068 22,972 Undeveloped land parcel 1,675 1,675 Total cost 4,801,215 4,671,737 Less accumulated depreciation: Hotel properties (1,314,367 ) (1,201,260 ) Corporate furniture, fixtures, equipment and other (19,221 ) (16,845 ) Total accumulated depreciation (1,333,588 ) (1,218,105 ) Property and equipment - net $ 3,467,627 $ 3,453,632 _________________________________ (1) Includes finance lease asset of $3.2 million as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 . (2) Includes finance lease asset of $0.8 million and $0.6 million as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , respectively.

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT - REIT (

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT - REIT (Tables)	9 Months Ended
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT - REIT (Tables)	Sep. 30, 2019
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Net Investment in Property and Equipment	Net investment in property and equipment as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , consists of the following (in thousands): September 30, December 31, 2018 Hotel properties: Land and site improvements (1) $ 1,218,581 $ 1,215,710 Building and improvements 2,754,786 2,729,661 Furniture, fixtures and equipment 726,980 674,545 Total hotel properties 4,700,347 4,619,916 Development in process (2) 74,125 27,174 Corporate furniture, fixtures, equipment and other 25,068 22,972 Undeveloped land parcel 1,675 1,675 Total cost 4,801,215 4,671,737 Less accumulated depreciation: Hotel properties (1,314,367 ) (1,201,260 ) Corporate furniture, fixtures, equipment and other (19,221 ) (16,845 ) Total accumulated depreciation (1,333,588 ) (1,218,105 ) Property and equipment - net $ 3,467,627 $ 3,453,632 _________________________________ (1) Includes finance lease asset of $3.2 million as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 . (2) Includes finance lease asset of $0.8 million and $0.6 million as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , respectively.
ESH REIT
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Net Investment in Property and Equipment	Net investment in property and equipment as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , consists of the following (in thousands): September 30, December 31, Hotel properties: Land and site improvements (1) $ 1,220,948 $ 1,218,077 Building and improvements 2,786,268 2,756,674 Furniture, fixtures and equipment 729,429 679,944 Total hotel properties 4,736,645 4,654,695 Development in process (2) 74,125 27,174 Undeveloped land parcel 1,675 1,675 Total cost 4,812,445 4,683,544 Less accumulated depreciation (1,332,796 ) (1,215,899 ) Property and equipment - net $ 3,479,649 $ 3,467,645 _________________________________ (1) Includes finance lease asset of $3.2 million as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018. (2) Includes finance lease asset of $0.8 million and $0.6 million as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018, respectively.

INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWIL_2

INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL (Tables)	9 Months Ended
INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL (Tables)	Sep. 30, 2019
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Intangible Assets and Goodwill	The Company’s intangible assets and goodwill as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , consist of the following (dollars in thousands): September 30, 2019 Gross Accumulated Net Book Definite-lived intangible assets—customer relationships $ 26,800 $ (12,035 ) $ 14,765 Definite-lived intangible assets—software licenses 8,508 (460 ) 8,048 Definite-lived intangible assets—software licenses in process 58 — 58 Indefinite-lived intangible assets—trademarks 10,164 — 10,164 Total intangible assets 45,530 (12,495 ) 33,035 Goodwill 45,192 — 45,192 Total intangible assets and goodwill $ 90,722 $ (12,495 ) $ 78,227 December 31, 2018 Gross Accumulated Net Book Definite-lived intangible assets—customer relationships $ 26,800 $ (11,029 ) $ 15,771 Definite-lived intangible assets—software licenses 1,926 (36 ) 1,890 Definite-lived intangible assets—software licenses in process 870 — 870 Indefinite-lived intangible assets—trademarks 10,183 — 10,183 Total intangible assets 39,779 (11,065 ) 28,714 Goodwill 45,192 — 45,192 Total intangible assets and goodwill $ 84,971 $ (11,065 ) $ 73,906
Schedule of Estimated Future Amortization of Intangible Assets	The remaining weighted-average amortization period for amortizing intangible assets is approximately 10 years as of September 30, 2019 . Estimated future amortization expense for amortizing intangible assets is as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Remainder of 2019 $ 583 2020 2,336 2021 2,336 2022 2,336 2023 2,336 2024 2,336 Thereafter 10,550 Total $ 22,813

INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWIL_3

INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL - REIT (Tables)	9 Months Ended
INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL - REIT (Tables)	Sep. 30, 2019
Entity Information [Line Items]
Schedule of Intangible Assets and Goodwill	The Company’s intangible assets and goodwill as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , consist of the following (dollars in thousands): September 30, 2019 Gross Accumulated Net Book Definite-lived intangible assets—customer relationships $ 26,800 $ (12,035 ) $ 14,765 Definite-lived intangible assets—software licenses 8,508 (460 ) 8,048 Definite-lived intangible assets—software licenses in process 58 — 58 Indefinite-lived intangible assets—trademarks 10,164 — 10,164 Total intangible assets 45,530 (12,495 ) 33,035 Goodwill 45,192 — 45,192 Total intangible assets and goodwill $ 90,722 $ (12,495 ) $ 78,227 December 31, 2018 Gross Accumulated Net Book Definite-lived intangible assets—customer relationships $ 26,800 $ (11,029 ) $ 15,771 Definite-lived intangible assets—software licenses 1,926 (36 ) 1,890 Definite-lived intangible assets—software licenses in process 870 — 870 Indefinite-lived intangible assets—trademarks 10,183 — 10,183 Total intangible assets 39,779 (11,065 ) 28,714 Goodwill 45,192 — 45,192 Total intangible assets and goodwill $ 84,971 $ (11,065 ) $ 73,906
Schedule of Estimated Future Amortization of Intangible Assets	The remaining weighted-average amortization period for amortizing intangible assets is approximately 10 years as of September 30, 2019 . Estimated future amortization expense for amortizing intangible assets is as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Remainder of 2019 $ 583 2020 2,336 2021 2,336 2022 2,336 2023 2,336 2024 2,336 Thereafter 10,550 Total $ 22,813
ESH REIT
Entity Information [Line Items]
Schedule of Intangible Assets and Goodwill	ESH REIT’s intangible assets and goodwill as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , consist of the following (dollars in thousands): September 30, 2019 Gross Carrying Amount Accumulated Amortization Net Book Value Definite-lived intangible assets—software licenses $ 8,508 $ (460 ) $ 8,048 Definite-lived intangible assets—software licenses in process 58 — 58 Total intangible assets 8,566 (460 ) 8,106 Goodwill 44,012 — 44,012 Total intangible assets and goodwill $ 52,578 $ (460 ) $ 52,118 December 31, 2018 Gross Carrying Amount Accumulated Amortization Net Book Value Definite-lived intangible assets—software licenses $ 1,926 $ (36 ) $ 1,890 Definite-lived intangible assets—software licenses in process 870 — 870 Total intangible assets 2,796 (36 ) 2,760 Goodwill 44,012 — 44,012 Total intangible assets and goodwill $ 46,808 $ (36 ) $ 46,772
Schedule of Estimated Future Amortization of Intangible Assets	Estimated future amortization expense for amortizing intangible assets is as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Remainder of 2019 $ 249 2020 996 2021 996 2022 996 2023 996 2024 996 Thereafter 2,819 Total $ 8,048

DEBT (Tables)

DEBT (Tables)	9 Months Ended
DEBT (Tables)	Sep. 30, 2019
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Outstanding Debt	Summary - The Company’s outstanding debt, net of unamortized debt discounts and unamortized deferred financing costs, as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , consists of the following (dollars in thousands): Stated Carrying Amount Unamortized Deferred Financing Costs Loan September 30, 2019 December 31, 2018 September 30, 2019 December 31, 2018 Stated Interest Rate Maturity Date Term loan facility ESH REIT Term Facility $ 630,909 $ 628,880 (1) $ 1,132,259 (1) $ 9,357 $ 10,546 LIBOR (2) + 2.00% 9/18/2026 (3) Senior notes 2027 Notes 750,000 750,000 — 14,054 — 4.63% 10/1/2027 2025 Notes 1,300,000 1,292,658 (4) 1,291,671 (4) 15,760 17,877 5.25% 5/1/2025 Revolving credit facilities ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility 350,000 — — 2,709 (5) 1,469 (5) LIBOR (2) + 2.00% 9/18/2024 Corporation Revolving Credit Facility 50,000 — — 551 (5) 292 (5) LIBOR (2) + 2.25% 9/18/2024 Unsecured Intercompany Facility Unsecured Intercompany Facility (6) 75,000 — — — — 5.00% 9/18/2026 Total $ 2,671,538 $ 2,423,930 $ 42,431 $ 30,184 _________________________________ (1) The ESH REIT Term Facility (defined below) is presented net of an unamortized debt discount of $2.0 million and $4.3 million as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , respectively. (2) As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , one-month LIBOR was 2.02% and 2.50% , respectively. As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , $250.0 million and $300.0 million , respectively, of the ESH REIT Term Facility was subject to an interest rate swap at a fixed rate of 1.175% . (3) Amortizes in equal quarterly installments of $1.6 million . In addition to scheduled amortization, subject to certain exceptions, annual mandatory prepayments of up to 50% of Excess Cash Flow, as defined, may be required. Annual mandatory prepayments for the year are due during the first quarter of the following year. No mandatory prepayments were required in the first quarter of 2019 based on ESH REIT’s Excess Cash Flow for the year ended December 31, 2018. (4) The 2025 Notes (defined below) are presented net of an unamortized discount of $7.3 million and $8.3 million as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , respectively. (5) Unamortized deferred financing costs related to revolving credit facilities are included in other assets in the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (6) Any outstanding debt balances and interest expense, as applicable, owed from ESH REIT to the Corporation eliminate in consolidation.
Summary of Components of Interest Expense	The components of net interest expense during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 , are as follows (in thousands): Three Months Ended September 30, Nine Months Ended September 30, 2019 2018 2019 2018 Contractual interest (1) $ 28,727 $ 29,120 $ 86,209 $ 87,158 Amortization of deferred financing costs and debt discount 2,014 1,996 6,007 6,008 Debt extinguishment and other costs (2) 7,117 231 7,923 2,428 Interest income (1,323 ) (340 ) (4,234 ) (522 ) Total $ 36,535 $ 31,007 $ 95,905 $ 95,072 ______________________ (1) Includes dividends on shares of mandatorily redeemable Corporation preferred stock. Net of capitalized interest of $0.6 million , $0.1 million , $1.4 million and $0.2 million , respectively. (2) Includes interest expense on finance leases (see Note 12 ) and unused credit facility fees.

DEBT - REIT (Tables)

DEBT - REIT (Tables)	9 Months Ended
DEBT - REIT (Tables)	Sep. 30, 2019
Entity Information [Line Items]
Outstanding Debt	Summary - The Company’s outstanding debt, net of unamortized debt discounts and unamortized deferred financing costs, as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , consists of the following (dollars in thousands): Stated Carrying Amount Unamortized Deferred Financing Costs Loan September 30, 2019 December 31, 2018 September 30, 2019 December 31, 2018 Stated Interest Rate Maturity Date Term loan facility ESH REIT Term Facility $ 630,909 $ 628,880 (1) $ 1,132,259 (1) $ 9,357 $ 10,546 LIBOR (2) + 2.00% 9/18/2026 (3) Senior notes 2027 Notes 750,000 750,000 — 14,054 — 4.63% 10/1/2027 2025 Notes 1,300,000 1,292,658 (4) 1,291,671 (4) 15,760 17,877 5.25% 5/1/2025 Revolving credit facilities ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility 350,000 — — 2,709 (5) 1,469 (5) LIBOR (2) + 2.00% 9/18/2024 Corporation Revolving Credit Facility 50,000 — — 551 (5) 292 (5) LIBOR (2) + 2.25% 9/18/2024 Unsecured Intercompany Facility Unsecured Intercompany Facility (6) 75,000 — — — — 5.00% 9/18/2026 Total $ 2,671,538 $ 2,423,930 $ 42,431 $ 30,184 _________________________________ (1) The ESH REIT Term Facility (defined below) is presented net of an unamortized debt discount of $2.0 million and $4.3 million as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , respectively. (2) As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , one-month LIBOR was 2.02% and 2.50% , respectively. As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , $250.0 million and $300.0 million , respectively, of the ESH REIT Term Facility was subject to an interest rate swap at a fixed rate of 1.175% . (3) Amortizes in equal quarterly installments of $1.6 million . In addition to scheduled amortization, subject to certain exceptions, annual mandatory prepayments of up to 50% of Excess Cash Flow, as defined, may be required. Annual mandatory prepayments for the year are due during the first quarter of the following year. No mandatory prepayments were required in the first quarter of 2019 based on ESH REIT’s Excess Cash Flow for the year ended December 31, 2018. (4) The 2025 Notes (defined below) are presented net of an unamortized discount of $7.3 million and $8.3 million as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , respectively. (5) Unamortized deferred financing costs related to revolving credit facilities are included in other assets in the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (6) Any outstanding debt balances and interest expense, as applicable, owed from ESH REIT to the Corporation eliminate in consolidation.
Summary of Components of Interest Expense	The components of net interest expense during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 , are as follows (in thousands): Three Months Ended September 30, Nine Months Ended September 30, 2019 2018 2019 2018 Contractual interest (1) $ 28,727 $ 29,120 $ 86,209 $ 87,158 Amortization of deferred financing costs and debt discount 2,014 1,996 6,007 6,008 Debt extinguishment and other costs (2) 7,117 231 7,923 2,428 Interest income (1,323 ) (340 ) (4,234 ) (522 ) Total $ 36,535 $ 31,007 $ 95,905 $ 95,072 ______________________ (1) Includes dividends on shares of mandatorily redeemable Corporation preferred stock. Net of capitalized interest of $0.6 million , $0.1 million , $1.4 million and $0.2 million , respectively. (2) Includes interest expense on finance leases (see Note 12 ) and unused credit facility fees.
ESH REIT
Entity Information [Line Items]
Outstanding Debt	ESH REIT’s outstanding debt, net of unamortized debt discounts and unamortized deferred financing costs, as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , consists of the following (dollars in thousands): Stated Amount Carrying Amount Unamortized Deferred Financing Costs Loan September 30, 2019 December 31, 2018 September 30, 2019 December 31, 2018 Stated Interest Rate Maturity Date Term loan facility ESH REIT Term Facility $ 630,909 $ 628,880 (1) $ 1,132,259 (1) $ 9,357 $ 10,546 LIBOR (2) + 2.00% 9/18/2026 (3) Senior notes 2027 Notes 750,000 750,000 — 14,054 — 4.63% 10/1/2027 2025 Notes 1,300,000 1,292,658 (4) 1,291,671 (4) 15,760 17,877 5.25% 5/1/2025 Revolving credit facility ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility 350,000 — — 2,709 (5) 1,469 (5) LIBOR (2) + 2.00% 9/18/2024 Unsecured Intercompany Facility Unsecured Intercompany Facility 75,000 — — — — 5.00% 9/18/2026 Total $ 2,671,538 $ 2,423,930 $ 41,880 $ 29,892 _________________________________ (1) The ESH REIT Term Facility (defined below) is presented net of an unamortized debt discount of $2.0 million and $4.3 million as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , respectively. (2) As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , one-month LIBOR was 2.02% and 2.50% , respectively. As of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , $250.0 million and $300.0 million , respectively, of the ESH REIT Term Facility was subject to an interest rate swap at a fixed rate of 1.175% . (3) Amortizes in equal quarterly installments of $1.6 million . In addition to scheduled amortization, subject to certain exceptions, annual mandatory prepayments of up to 50% of Excess Cash Flow, as defined, may be required. Annual mandatory prepayments for the year are due during the first quarter of the following year. No mandatory prepayments were required in the first quarter of 2019 based on ESH REIT’s Excess Cash Flow for the year ended December 31, 2018. (4) The 2025 Notes (defined below) are presented net of an unamortized discount of $7.3 million and $8.3 million as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , respectively. (5) Unamortized deferred financing costs related to the revolving credit facility are included in other assets in the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets.
Summary of Components of Interest Expense	The components of net interest expense during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 , are as follows (in thousands): Three Months Ended September 30, Nine Months Ended September 30, 2019 2018 2019 2018 Contractual interest (1) $ 28,584 $ 28,978 $ 85,781 $ 86,730 Amortization of deferred financing costs and debt discount 1,987 1,969 5,925 5,926 Debt extinguishment and other costs (2) 7,058 199 7,773 2,306 Interest Income (747 ) (215 ) (2,396 ) (252 ) Total $ 36,882 $ 30,931 $ 97,083 $ 94,710 ______________________ (1) Net of capitalized interest of $0.6 million , $0.1 million , $1.4 million and $0.2 million , respectively. (2) Includes interest expense on finance leases (see Note 11 ) and unused credit facility fees.

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS (Tables)

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS (Tables)	9 Months Ended
DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS (Tables)	Sep. 30, 2019
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Derivative Instruments	The table below presents the amounts and classification of the interest rate swap on the Company’s condensed consolidated financial statements (in thousands): Other assets Accumulated other comprehensive income, net of tax Interest expense, net As of September 30, 2019 $ 971 $ 825 (1) As of December 31, 2018 $ 5,789 $ 4,934 (2) For the three months ended September 30, 2019 $ (704 ) For the three months ended September 30, 2018 $ (803 ) For the nine months ended September 30, 2019 $ (2,501 ) For the nine months ended September 30, 2018 $ (1,888 ) _______________________________ (1) Changes during the nine months ended September 30, 2019 , on a pre-tax basis, consisted of changes in fair value of $(4.8) million . (2) Changes during the year ended December 31, 2018, on a pre-tax basis, consisted of changes in fair value of $(0.6) million and the cumulative effect adjustment of $(0.7) million recorded as a result of adopting ASU 2017-12, Derivatives and Hedging: Targeted Improvements to Accounting for Hedging Activities , on January 1, 2018.

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS - REIT (

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS - REIT (Tables)	9 Months Ended
DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS - REIT (Tables)	Sep. 30, 2019
Entity Information [Line Items]
Schedule of Derivative Instruments	The table below presents the amounts and classification of the interest rate swap on the Company’s condensed consolidated financial statements (in thousands): Other assets Accumulated other comprehensive income, net of tax Interest expense, net As of September 30, 2019 $ 971 $ 825 (1) As of December 31, 2018 $ 5,789 $ 4,934 (2) For the three months ended September 30, 2019 $ (704 ) For the three months ended September 30, 2018 $ (803 ) For the nine months ended September 30, 2019 $ (2,501 ) For the nine months ended September 30, 2018 $ (1,888 ) _______________________________ (1) Changes during the nine months ended September 30, 2019 , on a pre-tax basis, consisted of changes in fair value of $(4.8) million . (2) Changes during the year ended December 31, 2018, on a pre-tax basis, consisted of changes in fair value of $(0.6) million and the cumulative effect adjustment of $(0.7) million recorded as a result of adopting ASU 2017-12, Derivatives and Hedging: Targeted Improvements to Accounting for Hedging Activities , on January 1, 2018.
ESH REIT
Entity Information [Line Items]
Schedule of Derivative Instruments	The table below presents the amounts and classification of the interest rate swap on ESH REIT’s condensed consolidated financial statements (in thousands): Other assets Accumulated other comprehensive income, net of tax Interest expense, net As of September 30, 2019 $ 971 $ 969 (1) As of December 31, 2018 $ 5,789 $ 5,789 (2) For the three months ended September 30, 2019 $ (704 ) For the three months ended September 30, 2018 $ (803 ) For the nine months ended September 30, 2019 $ (2,501 ) For the nine months ended September 30, 2018 $ (1,888 ) _______________________________ (1) Changes during the nine months ended September 30, 2019 , on a pre-tax basis, consisted of changes in fair value of $(4.8) million . (2) Changes during the year ended December 31, 2018, on a pre-tax basis, consisted of changes in fair value of $(0.6) million and the cumulative effect adjustment of $(0.7) million recorded as a result of adopting ASU 2017-12, Derivatives and Hedging: Targeted Improvements to Accounting for Hedging Activities , on January 1, 2018.

REVENUE FROM CONTRACTS WITH C_2

REVENUE FROM CONTRACTS WITH CUSTOMERS (Tables)	9 Months Ended
REVENUE FROM CONTRACTS WITH CUSTOMERS (Tables)	Sep. 30, 2019
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Abstract]
Disaggregation of Revenue	The following table disaggregates room revenues generated from owned hotels by booking source for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 (in thousands): Three Months Ended September 30, Nine Months Ended 2019 2018 2019 2018 Property direct $ 83,335 $ 94,356 $ 236,922 $ 281,222 Central call center 83,266 85,088 226,894 232,754 Proprietary website 58,791 61,930 166,684 169,531 Third-party intermediaries 84,226 84,594 (1) 237,065 233,579 (1) Travel agency global distribution systems 11,051 14,949 (1) 31,764 40,989 (1) Total room revenues (2) $ 320,669 $ 340,917 $ 899,329 $ 958,075 _________________________________ (1) As a result of the correction of a classification error, for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , $19.3 million and $55.2 million of room revenues generated from opaque booking channels, which were previously reported as revenues generated from travel agency global distribution systems, have been reclassified and reported as revenues generated from third-party intermediaries. The Company concluded that the effect of the error is immaterial to previously issued financial statements but has made the correction for consistent presentation. (2) In addition to room revenues, the Company’s owned hotels earned $6.5 million and $17.8 million of other hotel revenues during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 , respectively, and $5.9 million and $16.7 million of other hotel revenues during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , respectively. The following table disaggregates room revenues generated from owned hotels by length of guest stay for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 (in thousands): Three Months Ended September 30, Nine Months Ended 2019 2018 2019 2018 1-6 nights $ 118,700 $ 125,285 $ 341,176 $ 356,709 7-29 nights 67,927 74,331 186,894 202,997 30+ nights 134,042 141,301 371,259 398,369 Total room revenues (1) $ 320,669 $ 340,917 $ 899,329 $ 958,075 _________________________________ (1) In addition to room revenues, the Company’s owned hotels earned $6.5 million and $17.8 million of other hotel revenues during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 , respectively, and $5.9 million and $16.7 million of other hotel revenues during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , respectively. The following table disaggregates revenues from franchised and managed hotels for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 (in thousands): Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended 2019 2018 2019 2018 Management fees $ 312 $ 335 $ 972 $ 875 Franchise fees 1,039 529 3,051 1,265 Indirect reimbursements (system services fees) 1,365 582 3,948 1,353 Direct reimbursements 2,835 2,770 8,873 7,066 Total revenues from franchised and managed hotels $ 5,551 $ 4,216 $ 16,844 $ 10,559
Schedule of Outstanding Customer Contract Liabilities	The following table presents outstanding contract liabilities as of September 30, 2019 and January 1, 2019, and the amount of outstanding January 1, 2019 contract liabilities recognized as revenue during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 (in thousands): Outstanding Contract Liabilities Outstanding Contract Liabilities as of January 1, 2019 Recognized as Revenue As of September 30, 2019 $ 19,327 As of January 1, 2019 13,829 For the three months ended September 30, 2019 $ 346 For the nine months ended September 30, 2019 8,961

SEGMENTS (Tables)

SEGMENTS (Tables)	9 Months Ended
SEGMENTS (Tables)	Sep. 30, 2019
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Schedule of Operating Segments Evaluated on Income from Operations	The performance of the Company’s operating segments is evaluated primarily on income from operations. Selected financial data is provided below (in thousands): Three Months Ended September 30, Nine Months Ended 2019 2018 2019 2018 Revenues: Owned hotels $ 327,144 $ 346,861 $ 917,177 $ 974,786 Franchise and management (1) 2,332 1,901 6,774 5,062 Total segment revenues 329,476 348,762 923,951 979,848 Corporate and other (2) 18,506 19,471 57,724 61,601 Other revenues from franchised and managed properties (3) 4,200 3,352 12,821 8,419 Intersegment eliminations (4) (19,487 ) (20,509 ) (60,475 ) (64,524 ) Total $ 332,695 $ 351,076 $ 934,021 $ 985,344 Income (loss) from operations: Owned hotels $ 105,777 (5) $ 124,848 (6) $ 280,125 (5) $ 315,994 (7) Franchise and management (1) 2,332 1,901 6,774 5,062 Total segment income from operations 108,109 126,749 286,899 321,056 Corporate and other (2) (7,243 ) (5,190 ) (20,607 ) (18,018 ) Other expenses from franchised and managed properties, net (3) (499 ) (97 ) (1,521 ) (343 ) Total $ 100,367 $ 121,462 $ 264,771 $ 302,695 _________________________________ (1) Includes intellectual property fees charged to the owned hotels segment of $1.0 million and $2.8 million for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 , respectively, and $1.0 million and $2.9 million for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2018 , respectively, that are eliminated in the condensed consolidated statements of operations. (2) Includes revenues generated and operating expenses incurred in connection with the overall support of owned, franchised and managed hotels and related operations. Corporate and other revenues are comprised of management fees earned by and cost reimbursements charged to the owned hotels segment that are eliminated in the condensed consolidated statements of operations. (3) Includes direct reimbursement of specific costs incurred under franchise and management agreements that the Company is reimbursed for on a dollar-for-dollar basis as well as indirect reimbursement of certain costs incurred associated with the Company’s shared platform (i.e., system services) (see Note 2 ). (4) Includes management fees, intellectual property fees and other cost reimbursements charged to the owned hotels segment that are eliminated in the condensed consolidated statements of operations. (5) Includes impairment charge of $2.7 million . (6) Includes gain on sale of hotel properties of $3.5 million . (7) Includes impairment charges of $43.6 million and gain on sale of hotel properties of $41.6 million .
Schedule of Assets and Capital Expenditures of Operating Segments	Total assets for each of the Company’s operating segments are provided below (in thousands): September 30, 2019 December 31, 2018 Assets: Owned hotels $ 3,728,423 $ 3,643,603 Franchise and management 12,793 14,634 Total segment assets 3,741,216 3,658,237 Corporate and other 454,239 308,181 Intersegment eliminations (40,078 ) (42,208 ) Total $ 4,155,377 $ 3,924,210 Total capital expenditures for each of the Company's operating segments are provided below (in thousands): Nine Months Ended 2019 2018 Capital Expenditures: Owned hotels $ 177,214 $ 146,445 Franchise and management — 250 Total segment capital expenditures 177,214 146,695 Corporate and other 799 842 Total $ 178,013 $ 147,537

RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS - _2

RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS - REIT (Tables) - ESH REIT	9 Months Ended
RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS - REIT (Tables) - ESH REIT	Sep. 30, 2019
Entity Information [Line Items]
Schedule of Related Party Transaction Balances	ESH REIT’s fixed and variable rental revenues for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 and 2018 are as follows (in thousands): Three Months Ended September 30, Nine Months Ended 2019 2018 2019 2018 Fixed rental revenues $ 118,005 $ 111,598 $ 354,016 $ 335,999 Variable rental revenues (1) 21,450 31,379 21,546 31,841 _________________________________ (1) Regardless of whether cash rental payments are received, ESH REIT only recognizes revenue when a lessee’s revenue exceeds specific thresholds stated in the lease. Related party transaction balances as of September 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 , include the following (in thousands): September 30, December 31, Leases: Rents receivable (1) $ 15,780 $ 4,098 Deferred rents receivable (2) $ 24,069 $ 8,637 Unearned rental revenues (1) $ (165,273 ) $ (37,506 ) Working capital and other: Ordinary working capital (3) $ (11,941 ) $ (12,581 ) Equity awards (payable) receivable (4) (32 ) 404 Total working capital and other, net (5) $ (11,973 ) $ (12,177 ) ______________________ (1) Rents receivable relate to percentage rents. As of September 30, 2019 , unearned rental revenues related to October 2019 fixed minimum rent of $37.5 million and percentage rent of $127.8 million . As of December 31, 2018 , unearned rental revenues related to January 2019 fixed minimum rent. (2) Revenues recognized in excess of cash rents received. (3) Disbursements and/or receipts made by the Corporation or ESH REIT on the other entity’s behalf and amounts payable/receivable for certain transactions between the Corporate and ESH REIT. Includes overhead costs incurred by the Corporation on ESH REIT’s behalf. (4) Amounts related to restricted stock units not yet settled or issued. (5) Outstanding balances are typically repaid within 30 days.
Schedule of Future Fixed Rental Payments	Future fixed rental payments to be received under current remaining noncancelable lease terms are as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Remainder of 2019 $ 112,861 2020 462,860 2021 474,409 2022 486,247 2023 415,112 Total $ 1,951,489

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES (

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES (Tables)	9 Months Ended
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES (Tables)	Sep. 30, 2019
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Components of Lease Expense	For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 , the components of the Company’s total lease costs are as follows (in thousands): Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended Operating lease costs $ 794 $ 2,332 Finance lease costs - interest 61 183 Total lease costs 855 2,515
Schedule of Right of Use Assets and Lease Liabilities	The Company’s right-of-use assets and lease liabilities are as follows (in thousands): September 30, 2019 December 31, 2018 (4) Right-of-use assets: Operating (1) $ 5,429 $ — Finance (2) 3,979 3,843 Lease liabilities: Operating (3) 13,091 — Finance 3,410 3,360 _________________________________ (1) Included in other assets on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (2) Included in property and equipment, net on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (3) Included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (4) Finance lease right-of-use assets and liabilities as of December 31, 2018, were previously classified as capital lease assets and liabilities under ASC 840, Leases. ESH REIT’s right-of-use assets and lease liabilities are as follows (in thousands): September 30, 2019 December 31, 2018 (4) Right-of-use assets: Operating (1) $ 2,260 $ — Finance (2) 3,979 3,843 Lease liabilities: Operating (3) 9,235 — Finance 3,410 3,360 _________________________________ (1) Included in other assets on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (2) Included in property and equipment, net on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (3) Included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (4) Finance lease right-of-use assets and liabilities as of December 31, 2018 were previously recorded as capital lease assets and obligations under ASC 840, Leases.
Maturities of Finance Lease Liabilities	Maturities of lease liabilities as of September 30, 2019 , are as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Operating Leases Finance Leases Remainder of 2019 705 90 2020 2,899 386 2021 2,220 395 2022 806 397 2023 545 400 2024 503 402 Thereafter 77,594 3,100 Total $ 85,272 $ 5,170 Total discounted lease liability $ 13,091 $ 3,410 Difference between undiscounted cash flows and discounted cash flows $ 72,181 $ 1,760 Weighted-average remaining lease term 41 years 12 years Weighted-average discount rate 6.3 % 7.0 %
Maturities of Operating Lease Liabilities	Maturities of lease liabilities as of September 30, 2019 , are as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Operating Leases Finance Leases Remainder of 2019 705 90 2020 2,899 386 2021 2,220 395 2022 806 397 2023 545 400 2024 503 402 Thereafter 77,594 3,100 Total $ 85,272 $ 5,170 Total discounted lease liability $ 13,091 $ 3,410 Difference between undiscounted cash flows and discounted cash flows $ 72,181 $ 1,760 Weighted-average remaining lease term 41 years 12 years Weighted-average discount rate 6.3 % 7.0 %
Schedule of Future Minimum Lease Payments	Future minimum lease payments as of December 31, 2018 , disclosed in accordance with ASC 840, Leases , were as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Operating Leases Finance Leases 2019 $ 2,779 $ 351 2020 2,899 375 2021 2,220 384 2022 806 386 2023 545 387 Thereafter 78,097 3,340 Total $ 87,346 $ 5,223
Schedule of Future Minimum Lease Payments	Future minimum lease payments as of December 31, 2018 , disclosed in accordance with ASC 840, Leases , were as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Operating Leases Finance Leases 2019 $ 2,779 $ 351 2020 2,899 375 2021 2,220 384 2022 806 386 2023 545 387 Thereafter 78,097 3,340 Total $ 87,346 $ 5,223

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES_2

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES - REIT (Tables)	9 Months Ended
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES - REIT (Tables)	Sep. 30, 2019
Entity Information [Line Items]
Components of Lease Expense	For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 , the components of the Company’s total lease costs are as follows (in thousands): Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended Operating lease costs $ 794 $ 2,332 Finance lease costs - interest 61 183 Total lease costs 855 2,515
Schedule of Right of Use Assets and Lease Liabilities	The Company’s right-of-use assets and lease liabilities are as follows (in thousands): September 30, 2019 December 31, 2018 (4) Right-of-use assets: Operating (1) $ 5,429 $ — Finance (2) 3,979 3,843 Lease liabilities: Operating (3) 13,091 — Finance 3,410 3,360 _________________________________ (1) Included in other assets on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (2) Included in property and equipment, net on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (3) Included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (4) Finance lease right-of-use assets and liabilities as of December 31, 2018, were previously classified as capital lease assets and liabilities under ASC 840, Leases. ESH REIT’s right-of-use assets and lease liabilities are as follows (in thousands): September 30, 2019 December 31, 2018 (4) Right-of-use assets: Operating (1) $ 2,260 $ — Finance (2) 3,979 3,843 Lease liabilities: Operating (3) 9,235 — Finance 3,410 3,360 _________________________________ (1) Included in other assets on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (2) Included in property and equipment, net on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (3) Included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities on the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheets. (4) Finance lease right-of-use assets and liabilities as of December 31, 2018 were previously recorded as capital lease assets and obligations under ASC 840, Leases.
Maturities of Finance Lease Liabilities	Maturities of lease liabilities as of September 30, 2019 , are as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Operating Leases Finance Leases Remainder of 2019 705 90 2020 2,899 386 2021 2,220 395 2022 806 397 2023 545 400 2024 503 402 Thereafter 77,594 3,100 Total $ 85,272 $ 5,170 Total discounted lease liability $ 13,091 $ 3,410 Difference between undiscounted cash flows and discounted cash flows $ 72,181 $ 1,760 Weighted-average remaining lease term 41 years 12 years Weighted-average discount rate 6.3 % 7.0 %
Maturities of Operating Lease Liabilities	Maturities of lease liabilities as of September 30, 2019 , are as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Operating Leases Finance Leases Remainder of 2019 705 90 2020 2,899 386 2021 2,220 395 2022 806 397 2023 545 400 2024 503 402 Thereafter 77,594 3,100 Total $ 85,272 $ 5,170 Total discounted lease liability $ 13,091 $ 3,410 Difference between undiscounted cash flows and discounted cash flows $ 72,181 $ 1,760 Weighted-average remaining lease term 41 years 12 years Weighted-average discount rate 6.3 % 7.0 %
Schedule of Future Minimum Lease Payments	Future minimum lease payments as of December 31, 2018 , disclosed in accordance with ASC 840, Leases , were as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Operating Leases Finance Leases 2019 $ 2,779 $ 351 2020 2,899 375 2021 2,220 384 2022 806 386 2023 545 387 Thereafter 78,097 3,340 Total $ 87,346 $ 5,223
Schedule of Future Minimum Lease Payments	Future minimum lease payments as of December 31, 2018 , disclosed in accordance with ASC 840, Leases , were as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Operating Leases Finance Leases 2019 $ 2,779 $ 351 2020 2,899 375 2021 2,220 384 2022 806 386 2023 545 387 Thereafter 78,097 3,340 Total $ 87,346 $ 5,223
ESH REIT
Entity Information [Line Items]
Components of Lease Expense	For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2019 , components of ESH REIT’s total lease costs are as follows (in thousands): Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended Operating lease costs $ 351 $ 1,004 Finance lease costs - interest 61 183 Total lease costs 412 1,187
Maturities of Finance Lease Liabilities	Maturities of lease liabilities as of September 30, 2019 , are as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Operating Leases Finance Leases Remainder of 2019 $ 181 $ 90 2020 779 386 2021 784 395 2022 806 397 2023 545 400 2024 503 402 Thereafter 77,594 3,100 Total $ 81,192 $ 5,170 Total discounted lease liability $ 9,235 $ 3,410 Difference between undiscounted cash flows and discounted cash flows $ 71,957 $ 1,760 Weighted-average remaining lease term 58 years 12 years Weighted-average discount rate 6.6 % 7.0 %
Maturities of Operating Lease Liabilities	Maturities of lease liabilities as of September 30, 2019 , are as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Operating Leases Finance Leases Remainder of 2019 $ 181 $ 90 2020 779 386 2021 784 395 2022 806 397 2023 545 400 2024 503 402 Thereafter 77,594 3,100 Total $ 81,192 $ 5,170 Total discounted lease liability $ 9,235 $ 3,410 Difference between undiscounted cash flows and discounted cash flows $ 71,957 $ 1,760 Weighted-average remaining lease term 58 years 12 years Weighted-average discount rate 6.6 % 7.0 %
Schedule of Future Minimum Lease Payments	Future minimum lease payments as of December 31, 2018 , disclosed in accordance with ASC 840, Leases , were as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Operating Leases Finance Leases 2019 $ 712 $ 351 2020 779 375 2021 784 384 2022 806 386 2023 545 387 Thereafter 78,097 3,340 Total $ 81,723 $ 5,223
Schedule of Future Minimum Lease Payments	Future minimum lease payments as of December 31, 2018 , disclosed in accordance with ASC 840, Leases , were as follows (in thousands): Years Ending December 31, Operating Leases Finance Leases 2019 $ 712 $ 351 2020 779 375 2021 784 384 2022 806 386 2023 545 387 Thereafter 78,097 3,340 Total $ 81,723 $ 5,223

EQUITY-BASED COMPENSATION (Tabl

EQUITY-BASED COMPENSATION (Tables)	9 Months Ended
EQUITY-BASED COMPENSATION (Tables)	Sep. 30, 2019
Share-based Payment Arrangement [Abstract]
Schedule of Unrecognized Compensation Cost	Total unrecognized compensation expense will be adjusted for forfeitures and the achievement of certain performance conditions. Unrecognized Compensation Expense Related to Outstanding Awards (in thousands) Remaining Weighted-Average Amortization Period (in years) RSUs with service vesting conditions $ 7,674 1.3 RSUs with performance vesting conditions 52 0.3 RSUs with market vesting conditions 4,122 1.9 Total unrecognized compensation expense $ 11,848
Summary of Restricted Stock Award and Restricted Stock Unit Activity	RSU activity during the nine months ended September 30, 2019 , was as follows: Performance-Based Awards Service-Based Awards Performance Vesting Market Vesting Number of RSUs (in thousands) Weighted- Average Grant- Date Fair Value Number of RSUs (in thousands) Weighted- Average Grant- Date Fair Value Number of RSUs (in thousands) Weighted- Average Grant- Date Fair Value (1) Outstanding at January 1, 2019 523 $ 18.42 32 $ 19.52 297 $ 16.79 Granted 394 $ 17.16 24 $ 17.20 247 $ 15.35 Settled (249 ) $ 18.03 (33 ) $ 19.46 (53 ) $ 12.36 Forfeited (31 ) $ 17.85 (1 ) $ 17.20 (30 ) $ 16.37 Outstanding at September 30, 2019 637 $ 17.82 22 $ 17.20 461 $ 16.55 Vested at September 30, 2019 11 $ 17.03 — $ — — $ — Nonvested at September 30, 2019 626 $ 17.83 22 $ 17.20 461 $ 16.55 _________________________________ (1) An independent third-party valuation was performed contemporaneously with the issuance of grants.
Summary of Key Assumptions Used for Fair Value Computation	During the nine months ended September 30, 2019 , the grant-date fair value of awards with market vesting conditions was calculated using a Monte Carlo simulation model with the following key assumptions: Expected holding period 2.90 years Risk-free rate of return 2.46 % Expected dividend yield 5.12 %

BUSINESS, ORGANIZATION AND BA_3

BUSINESS, ORGANIZATION AND BASIS OF CONSOLIDATION - Additional Information (Detail)	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)roomstatehotel$ / sharesshares	Dec. 31, 2018roomstatehotel$ / sharesshares	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)roomstatehotel$ / sharesshares	Sep. 30, 2018USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)roomstatehotel$ / sharesshares	Sep. 30, 2018USD ($)	Aug. 31, 2019USD ($)
Organization Consolidation And Presentation Of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]
Common stock, shares issued (in shares) \| shares	184,501,128	188,219,605	184,501,128		184,501,128
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	$ 0.01	$ 0.01	$ 0.01		$ 0.01
Authorized amount increase							$ 150,000,000
Common share to paired share ratio					1
Revenue			$ 332,695,000	$ 351,076,000	$ 934,021,000	$ 985,344,000
Paired Share Repurchase Program
Organization Consolidation And Presentation Of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]
Amount of stock repurchase plan authorized (up to)	$ 550,000,000		$ 550,000,000		$ 550,000,000
Paired shares repurchased and retired (in shares) \| shares	21,300,000
Paired shares repurchased and retired, amount	$ 216,700,000
Remaining available shares for repurchase (in shares) \| shares	205,300,000		205,300,000		205,300,000
ESH REIT
Organization Consolidation And Presentation Of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]
Common stock, shares issued (in shares) \| shares	1		1		1
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	$ 0.01		$ 0.01		$ 0.01
Authorized amount increase							$ 150,000,000
Paired shares repurchased and retired, amount			$ 20,887,000	4,242,000	$ 20,887,000	28,979,000
ESH REIT \| Paired Share Repurchase Program
Organization Consolidation And Presentation Of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]
Amount of stock repurchase plan authorized (up to)	$ 550,000,000		$ 550,000,000		$ 550,000,000
Paired shares repurchased and retired (in shares) \| shares	21,300,000
Paired shares repurchased and retired, amount	$ 128,400,000
Class A common stock \| ESH REIT
Organization Consolidation And Presentation Of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]
Common stock, shares issued (in shares) \| shares	250,493,583	250,493,583	250,493,583		250,493,583
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	$ 0.01	$ 0.01	$ 0.01		$ 0.01
Class B common stock
Organization Consolidation And Presentation Of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]
Common stock, shares issued (in shares) \| shares	1		1		1
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	$ 0.01		$ 0.01		$ 0.01
Paired shares repurchased and retired, amount			$ 57,471,000	11,674,000	$ 57,471,000	79,676,000
Class B common stock \| ESH REIT
Organization Consolidation And Presentation Of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]
Common stock, shares issued (in shares) \| shares	184,501,128	188,219,605	184,501,128		184,501,128
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	$ 0.01	$ 0.01	$ 0.01		$ 0.01
Percentage of common equity (as a percent)	42.00%	43.00%	42.00%		42.00%
Extended Stay America, Inc \| Class A common stock \| ESH REIT
Organization Consolidation And Presentation Of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]
Approximate percentage of ownership of common stock (as a percent)	58.00%		58.00%		58.00%
Dividend subject to corporate income tax, percent	58.00%	57.00%
U.S.
Organization Consolidation And Presentation Of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]
Number of states in which the company owns hotels \| state		40
U.S. \| Hotel properties
Organization Consolidation And Presentation Of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]
Number of hotel properties \| hotel	554	554	554		554
Number of states in which the company owns hotels \| state	40		40		40
Number of rooms \| room	61,500	61,500	61,500		61,500
Number of hotel properties managed for third parties \| hotel	72	73	72		72
Number of rooms managed by third parties \| room	7,400	7,500	7,400		7,400
Number of real estate properties owned and managed by the company \| hotel	626		626		626
U.S. \| Hotel properties \| ESH REIT
Organization Consolidation And Presentation Of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]
Number of hotel properties \| hotel	554	554	554		554
Number of states in which the company owns hotels	40	40	40		40
Number of rooms \| room	61,500	61,500	61,500		61,500
Other revenues from franchised and managed properties
Organization Consolidation And Presentation Of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]
Revenue			$ 4,200,000	3,352,000	$ 12,821,000	8,419,000
Restatement Adjustment \| Other revenues from franchised and managed properties
Organization Consolidation And Presentation Of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]
Revenue			$ 600,000		$ 1,400,000
Hotel operating expenses				$ 700,000		$ 1,700,000

BUSINESS, ORGANIZATION AND BA_4

BUSINESS, ORGANIZATION AND BASIS OF CONSOLIDATION - REIT - Additional Information (Detail)	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)roomstatehotel$ / sharesshares	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)roomstatehotel$ / sharesshares	Sep. 30, 2018USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)roomstatehotel$ / sharesshares	Sep. 30, 2018USD ($)	Aug. 31, 2019USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2018roomstatehotel$ / sharesshares
Organization Consolidation And Presentation Of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]
Common stock, shares issued (in shares) \| shares	184,501,128	184,501,128		184,501,128			188,219,605
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	$ 0.01	$ 0.01		$ 0.01			$ 0.01
Authorized amount increase						$ 150,000,000
Paired Share Repurchase Program
Organization Consolidation And Presentation Of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]
Amount of stock repurchase plan authorized (up to)	$ 550,000,000	$ 550,000,000		$ 550,000,000
Paired shares repurchased and retired (in shares) \| shares	21,300,000
Paired shares repurchased and retired, amount	$ 216,700,000
Remaining available shares for repurchase (in shares) \| shares	205,300,000	205,300,000		205,300,000
U.S.
Organization Consolidation And Presentation Of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]
Number of states in which the company owns hotels \| state							40
Hotel properties \| U.S.
Organization Consolidation And Presentation Of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]
Number of hotel properties \| hotel	554	554		554			554
Number of states in which the company owns hotels \| state	40	40		40
Number of rooms \| room	61,500	61,500		61,500			61,500
ESH REIT
Organization Consolidation And Presentation Of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]
Common stock, shares issued (in shares) \| shares	1	1		1
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	$ 0.01	$ 0.01		$ 0.01
Authorized amount increase						$ 150,000,000
Paired shares repurchased and retired, amount		$ 20,887,000	$ 4,242,000	$ 20,887,000	$ 28,979,000
ESH REIT \| Paired Share Repurchase Program
Organization Consolidation And Presentation Of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]
Amount of stock repurchase plan authorized (up to)	$ 550,000,000	$ 550,000,000		$ 550,000,000
Paired shares repurchased and retired (in shares) \| shares	21,300,000
Paired shares repurchased and retired, amount	$ 128,400,000
ESH REIT \| Hotel properties \| U.S.
Organization Consolidation And Presentation Of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]
Number of hotel properties \| hotel	554	554		554			554
Number of states in which the company owns hotels	40	40		40			40
Number of rooms \| room	61,500	61,500		61,500			61,500
ESH REIT \| ESH REIT
Organization Consolidation And Presentation Of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]
Approximate percentage of ownership of common stock (as a percent)	58.00%	58.00%		58.00%

SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUN_5

SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES - Additional Information (Detail) $ in Thousands	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)segment	Jan. 01, 2019USD ($)
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Number of operating segments \| segment	2
Right of use asset	$ 5,429
Operating lease liability	13,091
Finance lease asset	3,979	$ 3,800
Finance lease liabilities	$ 3,410	3,400
Minimum
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Estimated useful life of asset (years)	2 years
Maximum
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Estimated useful life of asset (years)	49 years
ASU 2016-02
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Right of use asset		7,100
Operating lease liability		$ 14,500

SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUN_6

SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES - REIT - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Jan. 01, 2019
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Right of use asset	$ 5,429
Operating lease liability	13,091
Finance lease asset	3,979	$ 3,800
Finance lease liabilities	$ 3,410	3,400
Minimum
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Estimated useful life of asset (years)	2 years
Maximum
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Estimated useful life of asset (years)	49 years
ESH REIT
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Right of use asset	$ 2,260
Operating lease liability	9,235
Finance lease asset	3,979	3,800
Finance lease liabilities	$ 3,410	3,400
ESH REIT \| Minimum
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Estimated useful life of asset (years)	2 years
ESH REIT \| Maximum
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Estimated useful life of asset (years)	49 years
ASU 2016-02
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Right of use asset		7,100
Operating lease liability		14,500
ASU 2016-02 \| ESH REIT
Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Right of use asset		2,800
Operating lease liability		$ 9,300

NET INCOME PER SHARE - Calculat

NET INCOME PER SHARE - Calculations of Basic and Diluted Net Income Per Share, Including a Reconciliation of Numerators and Denominators (Detail) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, shares in Thousands, $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
Numerator:
Net income available to Extended Stay America, Inc. common shareholders - basic	$ 41,071	$ 71,902	$ 116,502	$ 151,810
Income attributable to noncontrolling interests assuming conversion	(6)	(5)	(19)	(26)
Net income available to common shareholders - diluted	$ 41,065	$ 71,897	$ 116,483	$ 151,784
Denominator:
Weighted-average number of Extended Stay America, Inc. common shares outstanding - basic (in shares)	186,844	188,822	188,063	189,681
Dilutive securities (in shares)	171	431	254	430
Weighted-average number of common shares outstanding - diluted (in shares)	187,015	189,253	188,317	190,111
Net income per common share - basic (in dollars per share)	$ 0.22	$ 0.38	$ 0.62	$ 0.80
Net income per common share - diluted (in dollars per share)	$ 0.22	$ 0.38	$ 0.62	$ 0.80

NET INCOME PER SHARE - Calcul_2

NET INCOME PER SHARE - Calculations of Basic and Diluted Net Income Per Share, Including a Reconciliation of Numerators and Denominators - REIT (Detail) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, shares in Thousands, $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
Numerator:
Net income	$ 53,230	$ 75,692	$ 141,292	$ 172,357
NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO EXTENDED STAY AMERICA, INC. COMMON SHAREHOLDERS	41,071	71,902	116,502	151,810
Net income available to ESH Hospitality, Inc. common shareholders	41,071	71,902	116,502	151,810
Income attributable to noncontrolling interests assuming conversion	(6)	(5)	(19)	(26)
Net income available to common shareholders - diluted	$ 41,065	$ 71,897	$ 116,483	$ 151,784
Denominator:
Weighted average number of ESH Hospitality, Inc. Class B common shares outstanding - basic (in shares)	186,844	188,822	188,063	189,681
Dilutive securities (in shares)	171	431	254	430
Weighted-average number of common shares outstanding - diluted (in shares)	187,015	189,253	188,317	190,111
Net income per common share - basic (in dollars per share)	$ 0.22	$ 0.38	$ 0.62	$ 0.80
Net income per common share - diluted (in dollars per share)	$ 0.22	$ 0.38	$ 0.62	$ 0.80
ESH REIT
Numerator:
Net income	$ 28,467	$ 8,821	$ 57,882	$ 47,592
Less preferred dividends	(4)	(4)	(12)	(12)
NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO EXTENDED STAY AMERICA, INC. COMMON SHAREHOLDERS	28,463	8,817	57,870	47,580
Net income available to ESH Hospitality, Inc. common shareholders	28,463	8,817	57,870	47,580
ESH REIT \| Class A common stock
Numerator:
NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO EXTENDED STAY AMERICA, INC. COMMON SHAREHOLDERS	16,303	5,027	33,054	27,077
Net income available to ESH Hospitality, Inc. common shareholders	16,303	5,027	33,054	27,077
Income attributable to noncontrolling interests assuming conversion	(6)	(5)	(19)	(26)
Net income available to common shareholders - diluted	$ 16,297	$ 5,022	$ 33,035	$ 27,051
Denominator:
Weighted-average number of ESH Hospitality, Inc. Class A common shares outstanding - basic and diluted (in shares)	250,494	250,494	250,494	250,494
Weighted average number of ESH Hospitality, Inc. Class B common shares outstanding - basic (in shares)	250,494	250,494	250,494	250,494
Weighted-average number of common shares outstanding - diluted (in shares)	250,494	250,494	250,494	250,494
Net income per common share - basic (in dollars per share)	$ 0.07	$ 0.02	$ 0.13	$ 0.11
Net income per common share - diluted (in dollars per share)	$ 0.07	$ 0.02	$ 0.13	$ 0.11
ESH REIT \| Class B common stock
Numerator:
NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO EXTENDED STAY AMERICA, INC. COMMON SHAREHOLDERS	$ 12,160	$ 3,790	$ 24,816	$ 20,503
Net income available to ESH Hospitality, Inc. common shareholders	12,160	3,790	24,816	20,503
Income attributable to noncontrolling interests assuming conversion	6	5	19	26
Net income available to common shareholders - diluted	$ 12,166	$ 3,795	$ 24,835	$ 20,529
Denominator:
Weighted average number of ESH Hospitality, Inc. Class B common shares outstanding - basic (in shares)	186,844	188,822	188,063	189,681
Dilutive securities (in shares)	171	431	254	430
Weighted-average number of common shares outstanding - diluted (in shares)	187,015	189,253	188,317	190,111
Net income per common share - basic (in dollars per share)	$ 0.07	$ 0.02	$ 0.13	$ 0.11
Net income per common share - diluted (in dollars per share)	$ 0.07	$ 0.02	$ 0.13	$ 0.11

HOTEL DISPOSITIONS - Additional

HOTEL DISPOSITIONS - Additional Information (Details) - hotel	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2019
Disposal Group, Disposed of by Sale, Not Discontinued Operations \| Hotel properties
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Number of properties sold	0	0

HOTEL DISPOSITIONS - Summary of

HOTEL DISPOSITIONS - Summary of Hotel Dispositions (Details) $ in Thousands	1 Months Ended				9 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2018USD ($)roomhotel	Sep. 30, 2018USD ($)roomhotel	Mar. 31, 2018USD ($)roomhotel	Feb. 28, 2018USD ($)roomhotel	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2018USD ($)roomhotel
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Net Proceeds					$ 0	$ 274,100
Disposal Group, Disposed of by Sale, Not Discontinued Operations \| Hotel properties
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Number of Hotels \| hotel	14		1	25
Number of Rooms \| room	1,369		101	2,430
Net Proceeds	$ 34,855		$ 44,090	$ 111,156
Gain (Loss) on Sale	1,331		$ 31,058	6,810
Impairment charges	$ 16,800			$ 2,100
Transaction one \| Disposal Group, Disposed of by Sale, Not Discontinued Operations \| Hotel properties
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Number of Hotels \| hotel		16				16
Number of Rooms \| room		1,680				1,680
Net Proceeds		$ 60,710
Gain (Loss) on Sale		6,293
Impairment charges		$ 24,300
Transaction two \| Disposal Group, Disposed of by Sale, Not Discontinued Operations \| Hotel properties
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Number of Hotels \| hotel		16				16
Number of Rooms \| room		1,776				1,776
Net Proceeds		$ 58,144
Gain (Loss) on Sale		(3,014)
Impairment charges		$ 6,300

HOTEL DISPOSITIONS - Summary _2

HOTEL DISPOSITIONS - Summary of Total Revenues and Expenses (Details) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended			9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2018CAD ($)	Sep. 30, 2018USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2018CAD ($)	Sep. 30, 2018USD ($)
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Total operating expenses	$ 232,331,000		$ 233,170,000	$ 669,281,000		$ 724,749,000
INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAX EXPENSE	63,731,000		90,706,000	169,114,000		207,575,000
Impairment of long-lived assets	$ 2,679,000		0	$ 2,679,000		43,600,000
Disposal Group, Disposed of by Sale, Not Discontinued Operations
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Total room and other hotel revenues			16,363,000			51,170,000
Total operating expenses			12,295,000			78,390,000
INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAX EXPENSE			$ 4,068,000			$ (27,220,000)
Impairment of long-lived assets		$ 0			$ 37.4

HOTEL DISPOSITIONS - Addition_2

HOTEL DISPOSITIONS - Additional Information - REIT (Details) - Disposal Group, Disposed of by Sale, Not Discontinued Operations - Hotel properties - hotel	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2019
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Number of properties sold	0	0
ESH REIT
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Number of properties sold	0	0

HOTEL DISPOSITIONS - Summary _3

HOTEL DISPOSITIONS - Summary of Hotel Dispositions - REIT (Details) $ in Thousands	1 Months Ended				9 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2018USD ($)roomhotel	Sep. 30, 2018USD ($)roomhotel	Mar. 31, 2018USD ($)roomhotel	Feb. 28, 2018USD ($)roomhotel	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2018USD ($)roomhotel
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Net Proceeds					$ 0	$ 274,100
Disposal Group, Disposed of by Sale, Not Discontinued Operations \| Hotel properties
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Number of Hotels \| hotel	14		1	25
Number of Rooms \| room	1,369		101	2,430
Net Proceeds	$ 34,855		$ 44,090	$ 111,156
(Loss) Gain On Sale	$ 1,331		31,058	$ 6,810
ESH REIT
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Net Proceeds					$ 0	$ 274,100
ESH REIT \| Disposal Group, Disposed of by Sale, Not Discontinued Operations \| Hotel properties
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Number of Hotels \| hotel	14	1		25		1
Number of Rooms \| room	1,369	101		2,430		101
Net Proceeds	$ 34,855		44,090	$ 111,156
(Loss) Gain On Sale	$ (14,930)		$ 30,992	$ 4,269
Transaction one \| Disposal Group, Disposed of by Sale, Not Discontinued Operations \| Hotel properties
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Number of Hotels \| hotel		16				16
Number of Rooms \| room		1,680				1,680
Net Proceeds		$ 60,710
(Loss) Gain On Sale		$ 6,293
Transaction one \| ESH REIT \| Disposal Group, Disposed of by Sale, Not Discontinued Operations \| Hotel properties
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Number of Hotels \| hotel		16				16
Number of Rooms \| room		1,680				1,680
Net Proceeds		$ 60,710
(Loss) Gain On Sale		$ (17,025)
Transaction two \| Disposal Group, Disposed of by Sale, Not Discontinued Operations \| Hotel properties
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Number of Hotels \| hotel		16				16
Number of Rooms \| room		1,776				1,776
Net Proceeds		$ 58,144
(Loss) Gain On Sale		$ (3,014)
Transaction two \| ESH REIT \| Disposal Group, Disposed of by Sale, Not Discontinued Operations \| Hotel properties
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Number of Hotels \| hotel		16				16
Number of Rooms \| room		1,776				1,776
Net Proceeds		$ 58,144
(Loss) Gain On Sale		$ (8,934)

HOTEL DISPOSITIONS - Summary _4

HOTEL DISPOSITIONS - Summary of Total Revenues and Expenses - REIT (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Total operating expenses	$ 232,331	$ 233,170	$ 669,281	$ 724,749
INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAX EXPENSE	63,731	90,706	169,114	207,575
Disposal Group, Disposed of by Sale, Not Discontinued Operations
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Total room and other hotel revenues		16,363		51,170
Total operating expenses		12,295		78,390
INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAX EXPENSE		4,068		(27,220)
ESH REIT
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Total operating expenses	73,939	77,762	220,708	234,948
INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAX EXPENSE	$ 28,555	8,863	$ 57,980	48,384
ESH REIT \| Disposal Group, Disposed of by Sale, Not Discontinued Operations
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items]
Total room and other hotel revenues		6,316		20,349
Total operating expenses		4,319		15,637
INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAX EXPENSE		$ 1,997		$ 4,712

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT - Net In

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT - Net Investment in Property and Equipment (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Sep. 30, 2019	Jan. 01, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Capital lease assets	$ 3,979	$ 3,800
Total cost	4,801,215		$ 4,671,737
Less accumulated depreciation	(1,333,588)		(1,218,105)
Property and equipment - net	3,467,627		3,453,632
Land and site improvement
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Capital lease assets	3,200
Total cost	1,218,581		1,215,710
Capital leased assets			3,200
Building and improvements
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Total cost	2,754,786		2,729,661
Furniture, fixtures and equipment
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Total cost	726,980		674,545
Hotel properties
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Total cost	4,700,347		4,619,916
Less accumulated depreciation	(1,314,367)		(1,201,260)
Development in process
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Total cost	74,125		27,174
Capital leased assets	800		600
Corporate furniture, fixtures, equipment and other
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Total cost	25,068		22,972
Less accumulated depreciation	(19,221)		(16,845)
Undeveloped land parcel
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Total cost	$ 1,675		$ 1,675

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT - Additi

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT - Additional Information (Detail)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT - Additional Information (Detail)	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)hotelparcel	Sep. 30, 2018USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)hotelparcel	Sep. 30, 2018USD ($)hotel	Dec. 31, 2018parcel
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Impairment charges \| $	$ 2,679,000	$ 0	$ 2,679,000	$ 43,600,000
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Number of impaired hotels \| hotel	1		1	21
Minimum \| Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 \| Measurement Input, Discount Rate
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Fair value inputs, discount rate (as a percent)			6.00%
Minimum \| Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 \| Measurement Input, Terminal Capitalization Rate
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Fair value inputs, discount rate (as a percent)			7.00%
Maximum \| Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 \| Measurement Input, Discount Rate
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Fair value inputs, discount rate (as a percent)			10.00%
Maximum \| Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 \| Measurement Input, Terminal Capitalization Rate
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Fair value inputs, discount rate (as a percent)			11.00%
Development in process
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Number of land parcels \| parcel	15		15		11

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT - Net _2

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT - Net Investment in Property and Equipment - REIT (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Sep. 30, 2019	Jan. 01, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Total cost	$ 4,801,215		$ 4,671,737
Less accumulated depreciation	(1,333,588)		(1,218,105)
Property and equipment - net	3,467,627		3,453,632
Capital lease assets	3,979	$ 3,800
ESH REIT
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Total cost	4,812,445		4,683,544
Less accumulated depreciation	(1,332,796)		(1,215,899)
Property and equipment - net	3,479,649		3,467,645
Capital lease assets	3,979	$ 3,800
Land and site improvement
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Total cost	1,218,581		1,215,710
Capital leased assets			3,200
Capital lease assets	3,200
Land and site improvement \| ESH REIT
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Total cost	1,220,948		1,218,077
Capital leased assets			3,200
Capital lease assets	3,200
Building and improvements
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Total cost	2,754,786		2,729,661
Building and improvements \| ESH REIT
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Total cost	2,786,268		2,756,674
Furniture, fixtures and equipment
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Total cost	726,980		674,545
Furniture, fixtures and equipment \| ESH REIT
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Total cost	729,429		679,944
Hotel properties
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Total cost	4,700,347		4,619,916
Less accumulated depreciation	(1,314,367)		(1,201,260)
Hotel properties \| ESH REIT
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Total cost	4,736,645		4,654,695
Development in process
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Total cost	74,125		27,174
Capital leased assets	800		600
Development in process \| ESH REIT
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Total cost	74,125		27,174
Capital leased assets			600
Capital lease assets	800
Undeveloped land parcel
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Total cost	1,675		1,675
Undeveloped land parcel \| ESH REIT
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Total cost	$ 1,675		$ 1,675

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT - Addi_2

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT - Additional Information - REIT (Details) - Development in process - parcel	Sep. 30, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Number of land parcels	15	11
ESH REIT
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Number of land parcels	15	11

INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWIL_4

INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL - Schedule of Intangible Assets and Goodwill (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Sep. 30, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Accumulated Amortization	$ (12,495)	$ (11,065)
Total	22,813
Indefinite-lived intangible assets—trademarks	10,164	10,183
Total intangible assets, Gross Carrying Amount	45,530	39,779
Total intangible assets, Net Book Value	33,035	28,714
Goodwill	45,192	45,192
Total intangible assets and goodwill, Gross Carrying Amount	90,722	84,971
Total intangible assets and goodwill, Net Book Value	78,227	73,906
Customer relationships
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Definite-lived intangible assets, Gross Carrying Amount	26,800	26,800
Accumulated Amortization	(12,035)	(11,029)
Total	14,765	15,771
Software licenses
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Definite-lived intangible assets, Gross Carrying Amount	8,508	1,926
Accumulated Amortization	(460)	(36)
Total	8,048	1,890
Software licenses in process
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Definite-lived intangible assets, Gross Carrying Amount	58	870
Accumulated Amortization	0	0
Total	$ 58	$ 870

INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWIL_5

INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL - Narrative (Details)	9 Months Ended
INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL - Narrative (Details)	Sep. 30, 2019
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]
Remaining weighted-average amortization period for amortization intangible	10 years

INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWIL_6

INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL - Future Amortization (Details) $ in Thousands	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]
Remainder of 2019	$ 583
2020	2,336
2021	2,336
2022	2,336
2023	2,336
2024	2,336
Thereafter	10,550
Total	$ 22,813

INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWIL_7

INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL - Schedule of Intangible Assets and Goodwill REIT (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Sep. 30, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Accumulated Amortization	$ (12,495)	$ (11,065)
Finite-lived intangible assets, Net Book Value	22,813
Total intangible assets, Gross Carrying Amount	45,530	39,779
Total intangible assets, Net Book Value	33,035	28,714
Goodwill	45,192	45,192
Total intangible assets and goodwill, Gross Carrying Amount	90,722	84,971
Total intangible assets and goodwill, Net Book Value	78,227	73,906
ESH REIT
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Accumulated Amortization	(460)	(36)
Finite-lived intangible assets, Net Book Value	8,048
Total intangible assets, Gross Carrying Amount	8,566	2,796
Total intangible assets, Net Book Value	8,106	2,760
Goodwill	44,012	44,012
Total intangible assets and goodwill, Gross Carrying Amount	52,578	46,808
Total intangible assets and goodwill, Net Book Value	52,118	46,772
Software licenses
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Definite-lived intangible assets, Gross Carrying Amount	8,508	1,926
Accumulated Amortization	(460)	(36)
Finite-lived intangible assets, Net Book Value	8,048	1,890
Software licenses \| ESH REIT
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Definite-lived intangible assets, Gross Carrying Amount	8,508	1,926
Accumulated Amortization	(460)	(36)
Finite-lived intangible assets, Net Book Value	8,048	1,890
Software licenses in process
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Definite-lived intangible assets, Gross Carrying Amount	58	870
Accumulated Amortization	0	0
Finite-lived intangible assets, Net Book Value	58	870
Software licenses in process \| ESH REIT
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Definite-lived intangible assets, Gross Carrying Amount	58	870
Accumulated Amortization	0	0
Finite-lived intangible assets, Net Book Value	$ 58	$ 870

INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWIL_8

INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL - Narrative REIT (Details)	9 Months Ended
INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL - Narrative REIT (Details)	Sep. 30, 2019
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Remaining weighted-average amortization period for amortization intangible	10 years
ESH REIT
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Remaining weighted-average amortization period for amortization intangible	8 years

INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWIL_9

INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL - Future Amortization REIT (Details) $ in Thousands	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Remainder of 2019	$ 583
2020	2,336
2021	2,336
2022	2,336
2023	2,336
2024	2,336
Thereafter	10,550
Total	22,813
ESH REIT
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Remainder of 2019	249
2020	996
2021	996
2022	996
2023	996
2024	996
Thereafter	2,819
Total	$ 8,048

DEBT - Company's Outstanding De

DEBT - Company's Outstanding Debt (Detail) - USD ($)	9 Months Ended
DEBT - Company's Outstanding Debt (Detail) - USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018	Mar. 31, 2016	May 31, 2015
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Carrying Amount, Term loan facility	$ 619,523,000	$ 1,121,713,000
Carrying Amount, Senior notes	2,012,844,000	1,273,794,000
Carrying Amount, Total	2,671,538,000	2,423,930,000
Unamortized Deferred Financing Costs	42,431,000	30,184,000
ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Carrying Amount, Term loan facility	619,523,000	1,121,713,000
Carrying Amount, Senior notes	2,012,844,000	1,273,794,000
Carrying Amount, Total	2,671,538,000	2,423,930,000
Unamortized Deferred Financing Costs	$ 41,880,000	$ 29,892,000
Mandatory prepayments are required up to a certain amount of excess cash flow (percent)	50.00%
Designated as Hedging Instrument \| LIBOR \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Effective interest rate	2.02%	2.50%
Designated as Hedging Instrument \| Interest Rate Swap
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Notional amount	$ 250,000,000
Designated as Hedging Instrument \| Interest Rate Swap \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Notional amount	250,000,000
ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| ESH REIT \| Revolving Credit Facility
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated Amount	350,000,000
Carrying Amount, Revolving credit facilities	0	$ 0
Unamortized Deferred Financing Costs	$ 2,709,000	1,469,000
ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| LIBOR \| ESH REIT \| Revolving Credit Facility
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated Interest Rate	2.00%
Corporation Revolving Credit Facility \| Revolving Credit Facility
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated Amount	$ 50,000,000
Carrying Amount, Revolving credit facilities	0	0
Unamortized Deferred Financing Costs	$ 551,000	292,000
Corporation Revolving Credit Facility \| LIBOR \| Revolving Credit Facility
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated Interest Rate	2.25%
Medium-term Notes \| ESH REIT Term Facility \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated Amount	$ 630,909,000
Carrying Amount, Term loan facility	628,880,000	1,132,259,000
Unamortized Deferred Financing Costs	9,357,000	10,546,000
Unamortized discount on debt	$ 2,000,000	4,300,000
Derivative rate	1.175%
Quarterly installment	$ 1,600,000
Medium-term Notes \| ESH REIT Term Facility \| LIBOR \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated Interest Rate	2.00%
Medium-term Notes \| ESH REIT Term Facility \| Designated as Hedging Instrument \| Interest Rate Swap \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Notional amount	$ 250,000,000	300,000,000
Senior Notes \| 2027 Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated Amount	750,000,000
Carrying Amount, Senior notes	750,000,000
Unamortized Deferred Financing Costs	$ 14,054,000
Stated Interest Rate	4.625%
Senior Notes \| 2025 Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated Amount	$ 1,300,000,000		$ 800,000,000	$ 500,000,000
Carrying Amount, Senior notes	1,292,658,000	1,291,671,000
Unamortized Deferred Financing Costs	$ 15,760,000	17,877,000
Stated Interest Rate	5.25%
Unamortized discount on debt	$ 7,300,000	8,300,000
Unsecured Debt \| Unsecured Intercompany Facility \| ESH REIT \| Line of Credit
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated Amount	75,000,000
Carrying Amount, Revolving credit facilities	0	0
Unamortized Deferred Financing Costs	$ 0	$ 0
Stated Interest Rate	5.00%

DEBT - Additional Information (

DEBT - Additional Information (Detail)	Sep. 18, 2019USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)$ / sharesshares	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)letter_of_creditLetterOfCredit$ / sharesshares	Dec. 31, 2018USD ($)$ / sharesshares	Aug. 31, 2019USD ($)	Aug. 31, 2016USD ($)	Aug. 30, 2016USD ($)	Mar. 31, 2016USD ($)	May 31, 2015USD ($)
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Estimated fair value		$ 2,700,000,000	$ 2,700,000,000	$ 2,300,000,000
Mandatorily Redeemable Preferred Stock
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Preferred stock, authorized (in shares) \| shares		350,000,000	350,000,000	350,000,000
Preferred stock, par value (dollars per share) \| $ / shares		$ 0.01	$ 0.01	$ 0.01
Preferred stock, issued (in shares) \| shares		7,130	7,130	7,130
Preferred stock, redemption rate (percent)			8.00%	8.00%
Preferred stock, redemption value		$ 1,000	$ 1,000	$ 1,000
Estimated fair value		$ 7,100,000	$ 7,100,000	$ 7,000,000
ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Mandatory prepayments are required up to a certain amount of excess cash flow (percent)			50.00%
Preferred stock, authorized (in shares) \| shares		125	125	125
Preferred stock, issued (in shares) \| shares		125	125	125
Estimated fair value		$ 2,700,000,000	$ 2,700,000,000	$ 2,300,000,000
ESH REIT Term Facility \| Medium-term Notes
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt extinguishment and modification costs		6,700,000
Write off of deferred financing costs		5,600,000
Write off of other costs		1,100,000
ESH REIT Term Facility \| Medium-term Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Revolving credit facility, capacity		630,900,000	630,900,000		$ 1,130,000,000
Repayments of debt		500,000,000
Debt extinguishment and modification costs		6,700,000
Write off of deferred financing costs		5,600,000
Write off of other costs		1,100,000
Quarterly installment			$ 1,600,000
Prepayment fee, percent			1.00%
Stated amount		630,909,000	$ 630,909,000
ESH REIT Term Facility \| LIBOR \| Medium-term Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)			2.00%
ESH REIT Term Facility \| LIBOR \| Public Corporate Family Rating Better Than Or Equal To BB- \| Medium-term Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)			1.75%
ESH REIT Term Facility \| Federal Funds Rate \| Medium-term Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)			0.75%
ESH REIT Term Facility \| Base Rate \| Medium-term Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)			1.00%
ESH REIT Term Facility \| Revolving Credit Facility \| Medium-term Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Maximum unsecured intercompany credit facility increase amount (up to)		$ 600,000,000	$ 600,000,000
Maximum pro-forma senior loan-to-value ratio		45.00%	45.00%
ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| Revolving Credit Facility \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Revolving credit facility, capacity		$ 350,000,000	$ 350,000,000			$ 350,000,000
Number of letters of credit \| LetterOfCredit			0
Amount of borrowing capacity remaining		350,000,000	$ 350,000,000
Stated amount		350,000,000	350,000,000
Outstanding amount		0	$ 0	0
ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| Revolving Credit Facility \| LIBOR \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)			2.00%
ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| Letter of Credit
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Number of letters of credit \| letter_of_credit			1
Amount of borrowing capacity remaining		49,800,000	$ 49,800,000
Outstanding amount		200,000	200,000
ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| Letter of Credit \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Revolving credit facility, capacity		50,000,000	$ 50,000,000
ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| Letter of Credit \| LIBOR \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)			1.00%
ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| Letter of Credit \| Federal Funds Rate \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)			0.50%
2027 Notes \| Senior Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated amount		$ 750,000,000	$ 750,000,000
Stated interest rate (as a percent)		4.625%	4.625%
Percent of debt issued in a private placement		100.00%
Proceeds from issuance of debt		$ 738,000,000
Proceeds from debt used to general corporate purposes	$ 238,000,000	238,000,000
2027 Notes \| On or after October 1, 2022 \| Senior Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Redemption price as a percentage of principal repayment			102.313%
2027 Notes \| From October 1, 2024 and thereafter \| Senior Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Redemption price as a percentage of principal repayment			100.00%
2027 Notes \| Prior to October 1, 2022 \| Senior Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Redemption price as a percentage of principal repayment			100.00%
Percentage of principal amount redeemed			35.00%
Percentage of principal amount outstanding			65.00%
2027 Notes \| Prior to October 1, 2022, redeeming up to 35% of principal amount \| Senior Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Redemption price as a percentage of principal repayment			101.00%
2027 Notes \| Change of Control \| Senior Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Redemption price as a percentage of principal repayment			101.00%
2025 Notes \| Senior Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated amount		$ 1,300,000,000	$ 1,300,000,000					$ 800,000,000	$ 500,000,000
Stated interest rate (as a percent)		5.25%	5.25%
2025 Notes \| Change of Control \| Senior Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Redemption price as a percentage of principal repayment			101.00%
2025 Notes \| On or after May 1, 2020 \| Senior Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Redemption price as a percentage of principal repayment			102.625%
2025 Notes \| From May 1, 2023 and thereafter \| Senior Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Redemption price as a percentage of principal repayment			100.00%
2025 Notes \| Prior to May 1, 2020 \| Senior Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Redemption price as a percentage of principal repayment			100.00%
Corporation Revolving Credit Facility \| Revolving Credit Facility
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated amount		$ 50,000,000	$ 50,000,000
Outstanding amount		$ 0	$ 0	0
Corporation Revolving Credit Facility \| Revolving Credit Facility \| LIBOR
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)			2.25%
Corporation Revolving Credit Facility \| Revolving Credit Facility \| LIBOR \| Option (i) \| Line of Credit
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)		2.25%
Corporation Revolving Credit Facility \| Revolving Credit Facility \| LIBOR \| Option (ii) \| Line of Credit
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)		1.25%
Corporation Revolving Credit Facility \| Revolving Credit Facility \| Federal Funds Rate \| Line of Credit
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)		0.50%
Corporation Revolving Credit Facility \| Revolving Credit Facility \| One Month Adjusted LIBOR \| Line of Credit
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)		1.00%
Corporation Revolving Credit Facility \| Letter of Credit \| Line of Credit \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Revolving credit facility, capacity						50,000,000
Corporation Revolving Credit Facility \| Swingline Loan \| Line of Credit \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Revolving credit facility, capacity						$ 20,000,000
Unsecured Intercompany Facility \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Carrying amount, unsecured intercompany facility		$ 0	$ 0	$ 0
Unsecured Intercompany Facility \| Unsecured Debt \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Maximum unsecured intercompany credit facility increase amount (up to)		$ 300,000,000	$ 300,000,000				$ 300,000,000
Minimum \| ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| Revolving Credit Facility \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Fee on unutilized revolving credit facility (percent)			0.175%
Minimum \| ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| Letter of Credit \| LIBOR \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)			1.50%
Minimum \| ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| Letter of Credit \| Base Rate \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)			0.50%
Maximum \| ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| Revolving Credit Facility \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Fee on unutilized revolving credit facility (percent)			0.30%
Maximum \| ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| Letter of Credit \| LIBOR \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)			2.00%
Maximum \| ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| Letter of Credit \| Base Rate \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)			1.00%

DEBT - Summary of Components of

DEBT - Summary of Components of Interest Expense (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Contractual interest	$ 28,727	$ 29,120	$ 86,209	$ 87,158
Amortization of deferred financing costs and debt discount	2,014	1,996	6,007	6,008
Debt extinguishment and other costs	7,117	231	7,923	2,428
Interest Income	(1,323)	(340)	(4,234)	(522)
Total	36,535	31,007	95,905	95,072
Interest costs capitalized	$ 600	$ 100	$ 1,373	$ 243

DEBT - Company's Outstanding _2

DEBT - Company's Outstanding Debt - REIT (Detail) - USD ($)	9 Months Ended
DEBT - Company's Outstanding Debt - REIT (Detail) - USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018	Mar. 31, 2016	May 31, 2015
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Carrying Amount, Term loan facility	$ 619,523,000	$ 1,121,713,000
Carrying Amount, Senior notes	2,012,844,000	1,273,794,000
Carrying Amount, Total	2,671,538,000	2,423,930,000
Unamortized Deferred Financing Costs	42,431,000	30,184,000
Interest Rate Swap \| Designated as Hedging Instrument
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Notional amount	250,000,000
ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Carrying Amount, Term loan facility	619,523,000	1,121,713,000
Carrying Amount, Senior notes	2,012,844,000	1,273,794,000
Carrying Amount, Total	2,671,538,000	2,423,930,000
Unamortized Deferred Financing Costs	$ 41,880,000	29,892,000
Mandatory prepayments are required up to a certain amount of excess cash flow (percent)	50.00%
ESH REIT \| ESH REIT Term Facility \| Medium-term Notes
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated Amount	$ 630,909,000
Carrying Amount, Term loan facility	628,880,000	1,132,259,000
Unamortized Deferred Financing Costs	9,357,000	10,546,000
Unamortized discount on debt	$ 2,000,000	4,300,000
Derivative rate	1.175%
Quarterly installment	$ 1,600,000
ESH REIT \| 2027 Notes \| Senior Notes
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated Amount	750,000,000
Carrying Amount, Senior notes	750,000,000
Unamortized Deferred Financing Costs	$ 14,054,000
Stated Interest Rate	4.625%
ESH REIT \| 2025 Notes \| Senior Notes
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated Amount	$ 1,300,000,000		$ 800,000,000	$ 500,000,000
Carrying Amount, Senior notes	1,292,658,000	1,291,671,000
Unamortized Deferred Financing Costs	$ 15,760,000	17,877,000
Stated Interest Rate	5.25%
Unamortized discount on debt	$ 7,300,000	8,300,000
ESH REIT \| ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| Revolving Credit Facility
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated Amount	350,000,000
Carrying Amount, Revolving credit facilities	0	0
Unamortized Deferred Financing Costs	2,709,000	1,469,000
ESH REIT \| Unsecured Intercompany Facility \| Line of Credit \| Unsecured Debt
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated Amount	75,000,000
Carrying Amount, Revolving credit facilities	0	0
Unamortized Deferred Financing Costs	$ 0	$ 0
Stated Interest Rate	5.00%
ESH REIT \| LIBOR \| ESH REIT Term Facility \| Medium-term Notes
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated Interest Rate	2.00%
ESH REIT \| LIBOR \| ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| Revolving Credit Facility
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated Interest Rate	2.00%
ESH REIT \| Designated as Hedging Instrument \| LIBOR
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Effective interest rate	2.02%	2.50%
ESH REIT \| Interest Rate Swap \| Designated as Hedging Instrument
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Notional amount	$ 250,000,000
ESH REIT \| Interest Rate Swap \| Designated as Hedging Instrument \| ESH REIT Term Facility \| Medium-term Notes
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Notional amount	$ 250,000,000	$ 300,000,000

DEBT - Additional Information -

DEBT - Additional Information - REIT (Details)	Sep. 18, 2019USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)letter_of_creditLetterOfCredit	Aug. 31, 2019USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2018USD ($)	Aug. 31, 2016USD ($)	Aug. 30, 2016USD ($)	Mar. 31, 2016USD ($)	May 31, 2015USD ($)
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Estimated fair value		$ 2,700,000,000	$ 2,700,000,000		$ 2,300,000,000
ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Mandatory prepayments are required up to a certain amount of excess cash flow (percent)			50.00%
Estimated fair value		2,700,000,000	$ 2,700,000,000		2,300,000,000
ESH REIT Term Facility \| Medium-term Notes
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt extinguishment and modification costs		6,700,000
Write off of deferred financing costs		5,600,000
Write off of other costs		1,100,000
ESH REIT Term Facility \| Medium-term Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Revolving credit facility, capacity		630,900,000	630,900,000	$ 1,130,000,000
Repayments of debt		500,000,000
Debt extinguishment and modification costs		6,700,000
Write off of deferred financing costs		5,600,000
Write off of other costs		1,100,000
Quarterly installment			$ 1,600,000
Prepayment fee, percent			1.00%
Stated amount		630,909,000	$ 630,909,000
2027 Notes \| Senior Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated amount		$ 750,000,000	$ 750,000,000
Stated interest rate (as a percent)		4.625%	4.625%
Percent of debt issued in a private placement		100.00%
Proceeds from issuance of debt		$ 738,000,000
Proceeds from debt used to general corporate purposes	$ 238,000,000	238,000,000
2025 Notes \| Senior Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Stated amount		$ 1,300,000,000	$ 1,300,000,000					$ 800,000,000	$ 500,000,000
Stated interest rate (as a percent)		5.25%	5.25%
Unsecured Intercompany Facility \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Carrying amount, unsecured intercompany facility		$ 0	$ 0		0
Unsecured Intercompany Facility \| Unsecured Debt \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Maximum unsecured intercompany credit facility increase amount (up to)		300,000,000	300,000,000				$ 300,000,000
Revolving Credit Facility \| ESH REIT Term Facility \| Medium-term Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Maximum unsecured intercompany credit facility increase amount (up to)		$ 600,000,000	$ 600,000,000
Maximum pro-forma senior loan-to-value ratio		45.00%	45.00%
Revolving Credit Facility \| ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Revolving credit facility, capacity		$ 350,000,000	$ 350,000,000			$ 350,000,000
Amount of borrowing capacity remaining		350,000,000	$ 350,000,000
Number of letters of credit \| LetterOfCredit			0
Stated amount		350,000,000	$ 350,000,000
Letter of Credit \| ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Amount of borrowing capacity remaining		49,800,000	$ 49,800,000
Number of letters of credit \| letter_of_credit			1
Letter of Credit \| ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Revolving credit facility, capacity		50,000,000	$ 50,000,000
Line of Credit \| Unsecured Intercompany Facility \| Unsecured Debt \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Revolving credit facility, capacity		0	0		$ 0
Stated amount		$ 75,000,000	$ 75,000,000
Stated interest rate (as a percent)		5.00%	5.00%
LIBOR \| ESH REIT Term Facility \| Medium-term Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)			2.00%
LIBOR \| Revolving Credit Facility \| ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)			2.00%
LIBOR \| Letter of Credit \| ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)			1.00%
Federal Funds Rate \| ESH REIT Term Facility \| Medium-term Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)			0.75%
Federal Funds Rate \| Letter of Credit \| ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)			0.50%
Base Rate \| ESH REIT Term Facility \| Medium-term Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)			1.00%
On or after October 1, 2022 \| 2027 Notes \| Senior Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Redemption price as a percentage of principal repayment			102.313%
From October 1, 2024 and thereafter \| 2027 Notes \| Senior Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Redemption price as a percentage of principal repayment			100.00%
Prior to October 1, 2022 \| 2027 Notes \| Senior Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Redemption price as a percentage of principal repayment			100.00%
Percentage of principal amount redeemed			35.00%
Percentage of principal amount outstanding			65.00%
Prior to October 1, 2022, redeeming up to 35% of principal amount \| 2027 Notes \| Senior Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Redemption price as a percentage of principal repayment			101.00%
On or after May 1, 2020 \| 2025 Notes \| Senior Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Redemption price as a percentage of principal repayment			102.625%
Prior to May 1, 2020 \| 2025 Notes \| Senior Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Redemption price as a percentage of principal repayment			100.00%
Change of Control \| 2027 Notes \| Senior Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Redemption price as a percentage of principal repayment			101.00%
Change of Control \| 2025 Notes \| Senior Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Redemption price as a percentage of principal repayment			101.00%
Public Corporate Family Rating Better Than Or Equal To BB- \| LIBOR \| ESH REIT Term Facility \| Medium-term Notes \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)			1.75%
Minimum \| Revolving Credit Facility \| ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Fee on unutilized revolving credit facility (percent)			0.175%
Minimum \| LIBOR \| Letter of Credit \| ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)			1.50%
Minimum \| Base Rate \| Letter of Credit \| ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)			0.50%
Maximum \| Revolving Credit Facility \| ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Fee on unutilized revolving credit facility (percent)			0.30%
Maximum \| LIBOR \| Letter of Credit \| ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)			2.00%
Maximum \| Base Rate \| Letter of Credit \| ESH REIT Revolving Credit Facility \| ESH REIT
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Spread on base rate (as a percent)			1.00%

DEBT - Summary of Components _2

DEBT - Summary of Components of Interest Expense - REIT (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
Entity Information [Line Items]
Contractual interest	$ 28,727	$ 29,120	$ 86,209	$ 87,158
Amortization of deferred financing costs and debt discount	2,014	1,996	6,007	6,008
Debt extinguishment and other costs	7,117	231	7,923	2,428
Interest Income	(1,323)	(340)	(4,234)	(522)
Total	36,535	31,007	95,905	95,072
Interest costs capitalized	600	100	1,373	243
ESH REIT
Entity Information [Line Items]
Contractual interest	28,584	28,978	85,781	86,730
Amortization of deferred financing costs and debt discount	1,987	1,969	5,925	5,926
Debt extinguishment and other costs	7,058	199	7,773	2,306
Interest Income	(747)	(215)	(2,396)	(252)
Total	36,882	30,931	97,083	94,710
Interest costs capitalized	$ 600	$ 100	$ 1,373	$ 243

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS - Additi

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS - Additional Information (Details) - USD ($)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended		12 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Dec. 31, 2018	Sep. 30, 2016
Designated as Hedging Instrument \| Interest Rate Swap
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional amount	$ 250,000,000		$ 250,000,000
Reduction of outstanding derivative amount			50,000,000
Interest rate cash flow hedge gain, net of tax			825,000		$ 4,934,000
Gain to be reclassified to earnings in next twelve months			900,000
Designated as Hedging Instrument \| Interest Rate Swap \| Interest expense, net
Derivative [Line Items]
Interest rate cash flow hedge gain, net of tax	704,000	$ 803,000	2,501,000	$ 1,888,000
ESH REIT \| Designated as Hedging Instrument \| Interest Rate Swap
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional amount	250,000,000		250,000,000
Reduction of outstanding derivative amount			50,000,000
Interest rate cash flow hedge gain, net of tax			969,000		$ 5,789,000
Gain to be reclassified to earnings in next twelve months			900,000
ESH REIT \| Designated as Hedging Instrument \| Interest Rate Swap \| Interest expense, net
Derivative [Line Items]
Interest rate cash flow hedge gain, net of tax	$ 704,000	$ 803,000	$ 2,501,000	$ 1,888,000
Term Loan Facility \| Medium-term Notes \| ESH REIT Term Facility \| ESH REIT
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative rate						1.175%

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS - Schedu

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS - Schedule of Derivative Instruments (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended		12 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Dec. 31, 2018	Jan. 01, 2018
Designated as Hedging Instrument \| Interest Rate Swap
Derivative [Line Items]
Fair value of interest rate swap	$ 971		$ 971		$ 5,789
Interest rate cash flow hedge gain, net of tax			825		4,934
Change in fair value			(4,800)
Change in fair value effective portion					$ (600)
Designated as Hedging Instrument \| Interest Rate Swap \| Interest expense, net
Derivative [Line Items]
Interest rate cash flow hedge gain, net of tax	$ 704	$ 803	$ 2,501	$ 1,888
ASU 2017-12
Derivative [Line Items]
Cumulative effect adjustment of ASU 2017-12						$ (700)

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS - Addi_2

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS - Additional Information - REIT (Details) - USD ($)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2016
Designated as Hedging Instrument \| Interest Rate Swap
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional amount	$ 250,000,000		$ 250,000,000
Reduction of outstanding derivative amount			50,000,000
Gain to be reclassified to earnings in next twelve months			900,000
ESH REIT \| Designated as Hedging Instrument \| Interest Rate Swap
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional amount	250,000,000		250,000,000
Reduction of outstanding derivative amount			50,000,000
Gain to be reclassified to earnings in next twelve months			900,000
ESH REIT \| Designated as Hedging Instrument \| Interest Rate Swap \| Interest expense, net
Derivative [Line Items]
Interest rate cash flow hedge gain, net of tax	$ 700,000	$ 800,000	$ 2,500,000	$ 1,900,000
Term Loan Facility \| Medium-term Notes \| ESH REIT Term Facility \| ESH REIT
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative rate					1.175%

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS - Sche_2

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS - Schedule of Derivative Instruments - REIT (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended		12 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Dec. 31, 2018	Jan. 01, 2018
Designated as Hedging Instrument \| Interest Rate Swap
Derivative [Line Items]
Fair value of interest rate swap	$ 971		$ 971		$ 5,789
Interest rate cash flow hedge gain, net of tax			825		4,934
Change in fair value			(4,800)
Change in fair value effective portion					(600)
Designated as Hedging Instrument \| Interest Rate Swap \| Interest expense, net
Derivative [Line Items]
Interest rate cash flow hedge gain, net of tax	704	$ 803	2,501	$ 1,888
ESH REIT \| Designated as Hedging Instrument \| Interest Rate Swap
Derivative [Line Items]
Fair value of interest rate swap	971		971		5,789
Interest rate cash flow hedge gain, net of tax			969		5,789
Change in fair value			(4,800)
Change in fair value effective portion					$ (600)
ESH REIT \| Designated as Hedging Instrument \| Interest Rate Swap \| Interest expense, net
Derivative [Line Items]
Interest rate cash flow hedge gain, net of tax	$ 704	$ 803	$ 2,501	$ 1,888
ASU 2017-12
Derivative [Line Items]
Cumulative effect adjustment of ASU 2017-12						$ (700)
ASU 2017-12 \| ESH REIT
Derivative [Line Items]
Cumulative effect adjustment of ASU 2017-12						$ (700)

REVENUE FROM CONTRACTS WITH C_3

REVENUE FROM CONTRACTS WITH CUSTOMERS - Disaggregation by Booking Source (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total room revenues	$ 332,695	$ 351,076	$ 934,021	$ 985,344
Room revenues
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total room revenues	320,669	340,917	899,329	958,075
Other Hotel Revenues
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total room revenues	6,500	5,900	17,800	16,700
Property direct \| Room revenues
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total room revenues	83,335	94,356	236,922	281,222
Central call center \| Room revenues
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total room revenues	83,266	85,088	226,894	232,754
Proprietary website \| Room revenues
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total room revenues	58,791	61,930	166,684	169,531
Third-party intermediaries \| Room revenues
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total room revenues	84,226	84,594	237,065	233,579
Travel agency global distribution systems \| Room revenues
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total room revenues	$ 11,051	14,949	$ 31,764	40,989
Restatement Adjustment \| Third-party intermediaries \| Room revenues
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total room revenues		$ 19,300		$ 55,200

REVENUE FROM CONTRACTS WITH C_4

REVENUE FROM CONTRACTS WITH CUSTOMERS - Disaggregation by Length of Guest Stay (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total room revenues	$ 332,695	$ 351,076	$ 934,021	$ 985,344
Room revenues
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total room revenues	320,669	340,917	899,329	958,075
Other Hotel Revenues
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total room revenues	6,500	5,900	17,800	16,700
1-6 nights \| Room revenues
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total room revenues	118,700	125,285	341,176	356,709
7-29 nights \| Room revenues
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total room revenues	67,927	74,331	186,894	202,997
30 nights \| Room revenues
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Total room revenues	$ 134,042	$ 141,301	$ 371,259	$ 398,369

REVENUE FROM CONTRACTS WITH C_5

REVENUE FROM CONTRACTS WITH CUSTOMERS - Disaggregation of Revenues from Franchised and Managed Hotels (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Revenue	$ 332,695	$ 351,076	$ 934,021	$ 985,344
Management fees
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Revenue	312	335	972	875
Franchise fees
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Revenue	1,039	529	3,051	1,265
Indirect reimbursements (system services fees)
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Revenue	1,365	582	3,948	1,353
Direct reimbursements
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Revenue	2,835	2,770	8,873	7,066
Total revenues from franchised and managed hotels
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Revenue	$ 5,551	$ 4,216	$ 16,844	$ 10,559

REVENUE FROM CONTRACTS WITH C_6

REVENUE FROM CONTRACTS WITH CUSTOMERS - Schedule of Outstanding Customer Contract Liabilities (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2019	Jan. 01, 2019
Revenue from Contract with Customer [Abstract]
Outstanding Contract Liabilities	$ 19,327	$ 19,327	$ 13,829
Outstanding Contract Liabilities, Recognized as Revenue	$ 346	$ 8,961

REVENUE FROM CONTRACTS WITH C_7

REVENUE FROM CONTRACTS WITH CUSTOMERS - Performance Obligations (Details) $ in Millions	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)
Owned hotels
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Outstanding contract liabilities	$ 14
Performance obligation, term	1 year
Franchised Hotels
Disaggregation of Revenue [Line Items]
Outstanding contract liabilities	$ 5.3
Performance obligation, term	20 years

SEGMENTS - Schedule of Operatin

SEGMENTS - Schedule of Operating Segments Evaluated on Income from Operations (Details) - USD ($)	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
Segment Reporting, Reconciling Item for Operating Profit (Loss) from Segment to Consolidated [Line Items]
Revenue	$ 332,695,000	$ 351,076,000	$ 934,021,000	$ 985,344,000
Income (loss) from operations:	100,367,000	121,462,000	264,771,000	302,695,000
Impairment charges	2,679,000	0	2,679,000	43,600,000
Gain (loss) on sale of hotel properties	0	3,517,000	0	41,599,000
Operating Segments
Segment Reporting, Reconciling Item for Operating Profit (Loss) from Segment to Consolidated [Line Items]
Revenue	329,476,000	348,762,000	923,951,000	979,848,000
Income (loss) from operations:	108,109,000	126,749,000	286,899,000	321,056,000
Operating Segments \| Owned hotels
Segment Reporting, Reconciling Item for Operating Profit (Loss) from Segment to Consolidated [Line Items]
Revenue	327,144,000	346,861,000	917,177,000	974,786,000
Income (loss) from operations:	105,777,000	124,848,000	280,125,000	315,994,000
Operating Segments \| Franchise and management
Segment Reporting, Reconciling Item for Operating Profit (Loss) from Segment to Consolidated [Line Items]
Revenue	2,332,000	1,901,000	6,774,000	5,062,000
Income (loss) from operations:	2,332,000	1,901,000	6,774,000	5,062,000
Intellectual property fees	1,000,000	1,000,000	2,800,000	2,900,000
Corporate and Other
Segment Reporting, Reconciling Item for Operating Profit (Loss) from Segment to Consolidated [Line Items]
Revenue	18,506,000	19,471,000	57,724,000	61,601,000
Income (loss) from operations:	(7,243,000)	(5,190,000)	(20,607,000)	(18,018,000)
Intersegment Eliminations
Segment Reporting, Reconciling Item for Operating Profit (Loss) from Segment to Consolidated [Line Items]
Revenue	(19,487,000)	(20,509,000)	(60,475,000)	(64,524,000)
Other revenues from franchised and managed properties
Segment Reporting, Reconciling Item for Operating Profit (Loss) from Segment to Consolidated [Line Items]
Revenue	4,200,000	3,352,000	12,821,000	8,419,000
Other revenues from franchised and managed properties \| Segment Reconciling Items
Segment Reporting, Reconciling Item for Operating Profit (Loss) from Segment to Consolidated [Line Items]
Revenue	4,200,000	3,352,000	12,821,000	8,419,000
Income (loss) from operations:	$ (499,000)	$ (97,000)	$ (1,521,000)	$ (343,000)

SEGMENTS - Schedule of Assets a

SEGMENTS - Schedule of Assets and Capital Expenditures of Operating Segments (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Dec. 31, 2018
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Assets:	$ 4,155,377		$ 3,924,210
Capital Expenditures:	178,013	$ 147,537
Operating Segments
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Assets:	3,741,216		3,658,237
Capital Expenditures:	177,214	146,695
Operating Segments \| Owned hotels
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Assets:	3,728,423		3,643,603
Capital Expenditures:	177,214	146,445
Operating Segments \| Franchise and management
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Assets:	12,793		14,634
Capital Expenditures:	0	250
Corporate and Other
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Assets:	454,239		308,181
Capital Expenditures:	799	$ 842
Intersegment Eliminations
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Assets:	$ (40,078)		$ (42,208)

INCOME TAXES - Additional Infor

INCOME TAXES - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Sep. 30, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Provision (benefit) for income taxes			$ 10,501	$ 15,014	$ 27,822	$ 35,218
Effective tax rate, percent			16.50%	16.60%	16.50%	17.00%
ESH REIT
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Provision (benefit) for income taxes			$ 88	$ 42	$ 98	$ 792
Class A common stock \| Extended Stay America, Inc \| ESH REIT
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Dividend subject to corporate income tax, percent	58.00%	57.00%

INCOME TAXES - Additional Inf_2

INCOME TAXES - Additional Information - REIT (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Provision (benefit) for income taxes (less than in 2018)	$ 10,501	$ 15,014	$ 27,822	$ 35,218
Effective tax rate, percent	16.50%	16.60%	16.50%	17.00%
ESH REIT
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Provision (benefit) for income taxes (less than in 2018)	$ 88	$ 42	$ 98	$ 792
State and Local Jurisdiction \| ESH REIT
Income Taxes [Line Items]
Provision (benefit) for income taxes (less than in 2018)	$ 100	$ 100	$ 100	$ 800
Effective tax rate, percent	0.30%	0.50%	0.20%	1.60%

RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS - A

RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS - Additional Information - REIT (Detail)	1 Months Ended			3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended		13 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)shares	Mar. 31, 2019USD ($)shares	Sep. 30, 2018USD ($)shares	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)leaseshares	Sep. 30, 2018USD ($)leaseshares	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)leaseshares	Sep. 30, 2018USD ($)leaseshares	Mar. 31, 2019USD ($)shares	Dec. 31, 2018USD ($)shares	Mar. 31, 2018shares	Aug. 30, 2016USD ($)
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Common distributions						$ 45,362,000	$ 30,737,000
Common stock, shares issued (in shares) \| shares	184,501,128			184,501,128		184,501,128			188,219,605
Class B common stock
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Common stock, shares issued (in shares) \| shares	1			1		1
ESH REIT
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Number of leases \| lease				3	3	3	3
Lease renewal term	5 years			5 years		5 years			5 years
Termination period						30 months
Expenses from related party				$ 2,500,000	$ 2,200,000	$ 7,300,000	$ 7,400,000
Common distributions						$ 193,421,000	216,397,000
Common stock, shares issued (in shares) \| shares	1			1		1
ESH REIT \| Class A common stock
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Common distributions				$ 37,600,000	45,100,000	$ 110,200,000	122,700,000
Common stock, shares issued (in shares) \| shares	250,493,583			250,493,583		250,493,583			250,493,583
ESH REIT \| Class B common stock
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Common stock, shares issued (in shares) \| shares	184,501,128			184,501,128		184,501,128			188,219,605
Restricted stock, granted (in shares) \| shares						1,100,000
Shares expected to be issued (in shares) \| shares	1,100,000			1,100,000		1,100,000
Unsecured Debt \| Unsecured Intercompany Facility \| ESH REIT
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Maximum unsecured intercompany credit facility increase amount (up to)	$ 300,000,000			$ 300,000,000		$ 300,000,000					$ 300,000,000
Equity Based Awards \| ESH REIT \| Corporation
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Total equity-based compensation				$ 200,000	$ 200,000	$ 800,000	$ 700,000
September 2016 Restricted Stock Unit Settlement \| ESH REIT \| Class B common stock
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Common stock, value	$ 200,000	$ 1,200,000	$ 300,000					$ 2,300,000
Common stock, shares issued (in shares) \| shares	100,000	300,000	100,000	100,000	100,000	100,000	100,000	300,000		200,000
Line of Credit \| Unsecured Debt \| Unsecured Intercompany Facility \| ESH REIT
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Revolving credit facility, capacity	$ 0			$ 0		$ 0			$ 0
Interest expense, related party				$ 0	$ 0	$ 0	$ 0
Performance Based Awards \| ESH REIT
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Percentage of award vest						100.00%

RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS - Sc

RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS - Schedule of Rental Revenues - REIT (Details) - ESH REIT - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
Entity Information [Line Items]
Fixed rental revenues	$ 37,500	$ 118,005			$ 354,016
Fixed rental revenues			$ 111,598	$ 335,999
Variable rental revenues	$ 127,800	$ 21,450			$ 21,546
Variable rental revenues			$ 31,379	$ 31,841

RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS - _3

RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS - Schedule of Future Fixed Rental Payments -REIT (Details) - ESH REIT $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2018USD ($)
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Remainder of 2019	$ 112,861
2020	462,860
2021	474,409
2022	486,247
2023	415,112
Total	$ 1,951,489

RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS - _4

RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS - Schedule of Related Party Transaction Balances - REIT (Details) - ESH REIT - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Dec. 31, 2018
Leases:
Rents receivable	$ 15,780	$ 15,780		$ 4,098
Deferred rents receivable	24,069	24,069		8,637
Unearned rental revenues	(165,273)	(165,273)		(37,506)
Working capital and other:
Ordinary working capital	(11,941)	(11,941)		(12,581)
Equity awards (payable) receivable	(32)	(32)		404
Total working capital and other, net	(11,973)	(11,973)		$ (12,177)
Fixed rental revenues	37,500	118,005	$ 354,016
Variable rental revenues	$ 127,800	$ 21,450	$ 21,546

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES_3

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES - Additional Information (Detail)	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)lawsuitletter_of_creditlease	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)letter_of_creditlease	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)renewal_optionletter_of_creditlease
Commitment And Contingencies [Line Items]
Number of properties subject to ground leases	5	5	5
Amortization costs related to finance leases \| $		$ 0	$ 0
Number of outstanding letters of credit \| letter_of_credit	1	1	1
Letters of credit outstanding \| $	$ 200,000	$ 200,000	$ 200,000
Number of purported class action lawsuits \| lawsuit	6
Corporate Office Lease
Commitment And Contingencies [Line Items]
Renewal term (years)	5 years	5 years	5 years
Number of renewal options \| renewal_option			2
Hotel properties
Commitment And Contingencies [Line Items]
Number of properties subject to ground leases	1	1	1
Ground lease
Commitment And Contingencies [Line Items]
Number of ground leases that are operating leases			3
Number of ground leases that are finance leases			2
Ground lease \| Minimum
Commitment And Contingencies [Line Items]
Lessee, lease, renewal term			5 years
Ground lease \| Maximum
Commitment And Contingencies [Line Items]
Lessee, lease, renewal term			10 years

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES_4

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES - Components of Lease Expense (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2019
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Operating lease costs	$ 794	$ 2,332
Finance lease costs - interest	61	183
Total lease costs	$ 855	$ 2,515

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES_5

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES - The Company's Right-of-use Assets and Lease Liabilities (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Sep. 30, 2019	Jan. 01, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Right-of-use assets:
Operating	$ 5,429
Finance	3,979	$ 3,800
Finance			$ 3,843
Lease liabilities:
Operating	13,091
Finance	$ 3,410	$ 3,400
Finance			$ 3,360

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES_6

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES - Future Minimum Payments (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Sep. 30, 2019	Jan. 01, 2019
Operating Leases
Remainder of 2019	$ 705
2020	2,899
2021	2,220
2022	806
2023	545
2024	503
Thereafter	77,594
Total	85,272
Total discounted lease liability	13,091
Difference between undiscounted cash flows and discounted cash flows	$ 72,181
Weighted-average remaining lease term	41 years
Weighted-average discount rate	6.30%
Finance Leases
Remainder of 2019	$ 90
2020	386
2021	395
2022	397
2023	400
2024	402
Thereafter	3,100
Total	5,170
Total discounted lease liability	3,410	$ 3,400
Difference between undiscounted cash flows and discounted cash flows	$ 1,760
Weighted-average remaining lease term	12 years
Weighted-average discount rate	7.00%

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES_7

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES - Future Minimum Payment As of December 31, 2018 (Details) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2018USD ($)
Operating Leases
2019	$ 2,779
2020	2,899
2021	2,220
2022	806
2023	545
Thereafter	78,097
Total	87,346
Finance Leases
2019	351
2020	375
2021	384
2022	386
2023	387
Thereafter	3,340
Total	$ 5,223

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES_8

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES - Additional Information - REIT (Detail)	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)lease	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)lease
Commitment And Contingencies [Line Items]
Number of properties subject to ground leases	5	5
Amortization costs related to finance leases \| $	$ 0	$ 0
ESH REIT
Commitment And Contingencies [Line Items]
Number of properties subject to ground leases	5	5
Amortization costs related to finance leases \| $	$ 0	$ 0
Hotel properties
Commitment And Contingencies [Line Items]
Number of properties subject to ground leases	1	1
Hotel properties \| ESH REIT
Commitment And Contingencies [Line Items]
Number of properties subject to ground leases	1	1
Ground lease
Commitment And Contingencies [Line Items]
Number of ground leases that are operating leases		3
Number of ground leases that are finance leases		2
Ground lease \| Minimum
Commitment And Contingencies [Line Items]
Lease term		5 years
Ground lease \| Maximum
Commitment And Contingencies [Line Items]
Lease term		10 years
Ground lease \| ESH REIT
Commitment And Contingencies [Line Items]
Number of ground leases that are operating leases		3
Number of ground leases that are finance leases		2
Ground lease \| ESH REIT \| Minimum
Commitment And Contingencies [Line Items]
Lease term		5 years
Ground lease \| ESH REIT \| Maximum
Commitment And Contingencies [Line Items]
Lease term		10 years

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES_9

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES - Components of Lease Expense - REIT (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2019
Entity Information [Line Items]
Operating lease costs	$ 794	$ 2,332
Finance lease costs - interest	61	183
Total lease costs	855	2,515
ESH REIT
Entity Information [Line Items]
Operating lease costs	351	1,004
Finance lease costs - interest	61	183
Total lease costs	$ 412	$ 1,187

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIE_10

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES - The Company's Right-of-use Assets And Lease Liabilities -REIT (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Sep. 30, 2019	Jan. 01, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Right-of-use assets:
Operating	$ 5,429
Finance	3,979	$ 3,800
Finance			$ 3,843
Lease liabilities:
Operating	13,091
Finance	3,410	3,400
Finance			3,360
ESH REIT
Right-of-use assets:
Operating	2,260
Finance	3,979	3,800
Finance			3,843
Lease liabilities:
Operating	9,235
Finance	$ 3,410	$ 3,400
Finance			$ 3,360

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIE_11

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES - Future Minimum Payments - REIT (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Sep. 30, 2019	Jan. 01, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Operating Leases
Remainder of 2019	$ 705
2020	2,899
2021	2,220
2022	806
2023	545
2024	503
Thereafter	77,594
Total	85,272
Total discounted lease liability	13,091
Finance lease liabilities			$ 3,360
Difference between undiscounted cash flows and discounted cash flows	$ 72,181
Weighted-average remaining lease term	41 years
Weighted-average discount rate	6.30%
Finance Leases
Remainder of 2019	$ 90
2020	386
2021	395
2022	397
2023	400
2024	402
Thereafter	3,100
Total	5,170
Total discounted lease liability	3,410	$ 3,400
Difference between undiscounted cash flows and discounted cash flows	$ 1,760
Weighted-average remaining lease term	12 years
Weighted-average discount rate	7.00%
ESH REIT
Operating Leases
Remainder of 2019	$ 181
2020	779
2021	784
2022	806
2023	545
2024	503
Thereafter	77,594
Total	81,192
Total discounted lease liability	9,235
Finance lease liabilities			$ 3,360
Difference between undiscounted cash flows and discounted cash flows	$ 71,957
Weighted-average remaining lease term	58 years
Weighted-average discount rate	6.60%
Finance Leases
Remainder of 2019	$ 90
2020	386
2021	395
2022	397
2023	400
2024	402
Thereafter	3,100
Total	5,170
Total discounted lease liability	3,410	$ 3,400
Difference between undiscounted cash flows and discounted cash flows	$ 1,760
Weighted-average remaining lease term	12 years
Weighted-average discount rate	7.00%

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIE_12

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES - Future Minimum Lease Payments - REIT (Details) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2018USD ($)
Operating Leases
2019	$ 2,779
2020	2,899
2021	2,220
2022	806
2023	545
Thereafter	78,097
Total	87,346
Finance Leases
2019	351
2020	375
2021	384
2022	386
2023	387
Thereafter	3,340
Total	5,223
ESH REIT
Operating Leases
2019	712
2020	779
2021	784
2022	806
2023	545
Thereafter	78,097
Total	81,723
Finance Leases
2019	351
2020	375
2021	384
2022	386
2023	387
Thereafter	3,340
Total	$ 5,223

EQUITY-BASED COMPENSATION - Add

EQUITY-BASED COMPENSATION - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Aggregate number of paired shares (shares)	8,000,000		8,000,000
Granted incentive stock options (no more than) (in shares)			4,000,000
Shares available for future issuance (in shares)	4,500,000		4,500,000
General and Administrative Expenses
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Total equity-based compensation	$ 1.9	$ 1.8	$ 6.1	$ 6

EQUITY-BASED COMPENSATION - Sch

EQUITY-BASED COMPENSATION - Schedule of Unrecognized Compensation Cost (Details) $ in Thousands	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019USD ($)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Unrecognized Compensation Expense Related to Outstanding Awards (in thousands)	$ 11,848
RSUs with service vesting conditions
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Unrecognized Compensation Expense Related to Outstanding Awards (in thousands)	$ 7,674
Remaining Weighted-Average Amortization Period (in years)	1 year 3 months 18 days
RSUs with performance vesting conditions
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Unrecognized Compensation Expense Related to Outstanding Awards (in thousands)	$ 52
Remaining Weighted-Average Amortization Period (in years)	9 days
RSUs with market vesting conditions
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Unrecognized Compensation Expense Related to Outstanding Awards (in thousands)	$ 4,122
Remaining Weighted-Average Amortization Period (in years)	1 year 10 months 24 days

EQUITY-BASED COMPENSATION - Sum

EQUITY-BASED COMPENSATION - Summary of Restricted Stock Award and Restricted Stock Unit Activity (Detail) shares in Thousands	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019$ / sharesshares
Service-Based Awards
Number of RSUs (in thousands)
Outstanding Beginning Balance (in shares) \| shares	523
Granted (in shares) \| shares	394
Settled (in shares) \| shares	(249)
Forfeited (in shares) \| shares	(31)
Outstanding Ending Balance (in shares) \| shares	637
Vested (in shares) \| shares	11
Nonvested (in shares) \| shares	626
Weighted- Average Grant- Date Fair Value
Outstanding Beginning Balance (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	$ 18.42
Granted (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	17.16
Settled (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	18.03
Forfeited (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	17.85
Outstanding Ending Balance (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	17.82
Vested (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	17.03
Nonvested (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	$ 17.83
Performance Vesting
Number of RSUs (in thousands)
Outstanding Beginning Balance (in shares) \| shares	32
Granted (in shares) \| shares	24
Settled (in shares) \| shares	(33)
Forfeited (in shares) \| shares	(1)
Outstanding Ending Balance (in shares) \| shares	22
Vested (in shares) \| shares	0
Nonvested (in shares) \| shares	22
Weighted- Average Grant- Date Fair Value
Outstanding Beginning Balance (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	$ 19.52
Granted (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	17.20
Settled (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	19.46
Forfeited (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	17.20
Outstanding Ending Balance (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	17.20
Vested (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	0
Nonvested (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	$ 17.20
Market Vesting
Number of RSUs (in thousands)
Outstanding Beginning Balance (in shares) \| shares	297
Granted (in shares) \| shares	247
Settled (in shares) \| shares	(53)
Forfeited (in shares) \| shares	(30)
Outstanding Ending Balance (in shares) \| shares	461
Vested (in shares) \| shares	0
Nonvested (in shares) \| shares	461
Weighted- Average Grant- Date Fair Value
Outstanding Beginning Balance (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	$ 16.79
Granted (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	15.35
Settled (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	12.36
Forfeited (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	16.37
Outstanding Ending Balance (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	16.55
Vested (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	0
Nonvested (in dollars per share) \| $ / shares	$ 16.55

EQUITY-BASED COMPENSATION - Per

EQUITY-BASED COMPENSATION - Performance-Based Awards - Additional Information (Detail)	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019
Service Based Awards \| Minimum
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Awards vesting period (years)	1 year
Service Based Awards \| Maximum
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Awards vesting period (years)	3 years
Performance Based Awards
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Awards vesting period (years)	1 year
Performance Based Awards \| Minimum
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Percentage of award vest	0.00%
Performance Based Awards \| Maximum
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Percentage of award vest	200.00%
Market Based Awards
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Awards vesting period (years)	3 years
Market Based Awards \| Minimum
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Percentage of award vest	0.00%
Market Based Awards \| Maximum
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Percentage of award vest	150.00%

EQUITY-BASED COMPENSATION - S_2

EQUITY-BASED COMPENSATION - Summary of Key Assumptions Used for Fair Value (Details) - Performance Based Awards	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2019
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Expected holding period	2 years 10 months 24 days
Risk-free rate of return	2.46%
Expected dividend yield	5.12%

SUBSEQUENT EVENTS - Additional

SUBSEQUENT EVENTS - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Thousands, shares in Millions	Nov. 06, 2019	Sep. 30, 2019	Nov. 06, 2019	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Oct. 31, 2019
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Common distributions, per common share (in dollars per share)				$ 0.08	$ 0.04	$ 0.24	$ 0.16
ESH REIT
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Paired shares repurchased and retired, amount				$ 20,887	$ 4,242	$ 20,887	$ 28,979
Class A common stock \| ESH REIT
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Common distributions, per common share (in dollars per share)				$ 0.15	$ 0.18	$ 0.44	$ 0.49
Class B common stock
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Common distributions, per common share (in dollars per share)				$ 0.15	$ 0.18	$ 0.44	$ 0.49
Paired shares repurchased and retired, amount				$ 57,471	$ 11,674	$ 57,471	$ 79,676
Class B common stock \| ESH REIT
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Common distributions, per common share (in dollars per share)				$ 0.15	$ 0.18	$ 0.44	$ 0.49
Subsequent Event
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Common distributions, per common share (in dollars per share)	$ 0.12
Subsequent Event \| Class A common stock \| ESH REIT
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Common distributions, per common share (in dollars per share)	0.11
Subsequent Event \| Class B common stock \| ESH REIT
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Common distributions, per common share (in dollars per share)	$ 0.11
Paired Share Repurchase Program
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Paired shares repurchased and retired (in shares)		21.3
Paired shares repurchased and retired, amount		$ 216,700
Remaining available shares for repurchase (in shares)		205.3		205.3		205.3
Paired Share Repurchase Program \| ESH REIT
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Paired shares repurchased and retired (in shares)		21.3
Paired shares repurchased and retired, amount		$ 128,400
Paired Share Repurchase Program \| Subsequent Event
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Paired shares repurchased and retired (in shares)			1.7
Paired shares repurchased and retired, amount			$ 15,600
Remaining available shares for repurchase (in shares)								180.8
Paired Share Repurchase Program \| Subsequent Event \| ESH REIT
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Paired shares repurchased and retired, amount			$ 8,900

SUBSEQUENT EVENTS - REIT - Addi

SUBSEQUENT EVENTS - REIT - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Thousands, shares in Millions	Nov. 06, 2019	Sep. 30, 2019	Nov. 06, 2019	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2019	Sep. 30, 2018	Oct. 31, 2019
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Common distributions, per common share (in dollars per share)				$ 0.08	$ 0.04	$ 0.24	$ 0.16
ESH REIT
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Paired shares repurchased and retired, amount				$ 20,887	$ 4,242	$ 20,887	$ 28,979
Class A common stock \| ESH REIT
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Common distributions, per common share (in dollars per share)				$ 0.15	$ 0.18	$ 0.44	$ 0.49
Class B common stock
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Common distributions, per common share (in dollars per share)				$ 0.15	$ 0.18	$ 0.44	$ 0.49
Paired shares repurchased and retired, amount				$ 57,471	$ 11,674	$ 57,471	$ 79,676
Class B common stock \| ESH REIT
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Common distributions, per common share (in dollars per share)				$ 0.15	$ 0.18	$ 0.44	$ 0.49
Subsequent Event
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Common distributions, per common share (in dollars per share)	$ 0.12
Subsequent Event \| Class A common stock \| ESH REIT
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Common distributions, per common share (in dollars per share)	0.11
Subsequent Event \| Class B common stock \| ESH REIT
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Common distributions, per common share (in dollars per share)	$ 0.11
Paired Share Repurchase Program
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Paired shares repurchased and retired (in shares)		21.3
Paired shares repurchased and retired, amount		$ 216,700
Remaining available shares for repurchase (in shares)		205.3		205.3		205.3
Paired Share Repurchase Program \| ESH REIT
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Paired shares repurchased and retired (in shares)		21.3
Paired shares repurchased and retired, amount		$ 128,400
Paired Share Repurchase Program \| Subsequent Event
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Paired shares repurchased and retired (in shares)			1.7
Paired shares repurchased and retired, amount			$ 15,600
Remaining available shares for repurchase (in shares)								180.8
Paired Share Repurchase Program \| Subsequent Event \| ESH REIT
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Paired shares repurchased and retired, amount			$ 8,900

Uncategorized Items - stay93020

Label	Element	Value
Retained Earnings [Member]
Cumulative Effect of New Accounting Principle in Period of Adoption	us-gaap_CumulativeEffectOfNewAccountingPrincipleInPeriodOfAdoption	$ 377,000
Retained Earnings [Member] \| ESH Hospitality, Inc. [Member]
Cumulative Effect of New Accounting Principle in Period of Adoption	us-gaap_CumulativeEffectOfNewAccountingPrincipleInPeriodOfAdoption	664,000
AOCI Attributable to Parent [Member]
Cumulative Effect of New Accounting Principle in Period of Adoption	us-gaap_CumulativeEffectOfNewAccountingPrincipleInPeriodOfAdoption	(377,000)
AOCI Attributable to Parent [Member] \| ESH Hospitality, Inc. [Member]
Cumulative Effect of New Accounting Principle in Period of Adoption	us-gaap_CumulativeEffectOfNewAccountingPrincipleInPeriodOfAdoption	$ (664,000)