Investment in Unconsolidated Entities (Schedule of Combined Balance Sheet Information of Unconsolidated Entities) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Investment in Unconsolidated Entities [Abstract]
Investment in hotels and other properties, net of accumulated depreciation	$ 30,185	$ 140,145
Total assets	51,409	155,848
Debt	34,471	146,358
Total liabilities	37,971	152,068
Equity	13,438	3,780
Long-term Debt	$ 1,621,644	$ 1,663,226