Luxury

Read the latest trends and developments in the luxury hotel segment through Hotel Investment Today's dedicated section. Our detailed coverage includes market forecasts, development, financing news, strategic growth opportunities, and more that impact this hotel segment.
Meet owners’ new problems; same as the old problems?
News
Meet owners’ new problems; same as the old problems?
By Rob Schneider | October 23, 2023
At a panel that helped kick off the first day of the Hotel Investment Conference Asia Pacific (HICAP), leaders discussed sustainability, AI and building customer loyalty.... Read More
IHG first to report 3Q earnings; RevPAR up 10% YOY
News / C Corps
IHG first to report 3Q earnings; RevPAR up 10% YOY
By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 20, 2023
CEO Maalouf suggested tailwinds from China’s ongoing rebound and broad robust rooms revenue drove strong results.... Read More
Latest news: Mixed-use Ritz-Carlton for Savannah; LXR to Italy; Margaritaville auction
News / Owners
Latest news: Mixed-use Ritz-Carlton for Savannah; LXR to Italy; Margaritaville auction
October 19, 2023
The latest news about development, M&A, data and more.... Read More
Is it time to invest in Indonesia’s future capital, Nusantara?
News / Brands
Is it time to invest in Indonesia’s future capital, Nusantara?
By Raini Hamdi | October 19, 2023
Two Indonesian conglomerates and Marriott International have announced hotels in Nusantara. Grandstanding or shrewd risk taking?... Read More
Quotes of the week: AAHOA, Choice Hotels, Apple Hospitality
News / Insights
Quotes of the week: AAHOA, Choice Hotels, Apple Hospitality
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | October 19, 2023
Some noteworthy quotes from the past week, including Choice Hotels Patrick Pacious on why Wyndham shareholders should further consider their acquisition offer.... Read More
Expect intense competition for Asia Pac assets: CBRE
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Expect intense competition for Asia Pac assets: CBRE
By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 19, 2023
CBRE research suggests repricing of Asia Pacific hotel assets will be more moderate than in many other parts of the world. ... Read More
Latest news: Pimco gives back 20 hotels; Ascott grows Crest Collection; Internova soft brand
News / Brands
Latest news: Pimco gives back 20 hotels; Ascott grows Crest Collection; Internova soft brand
By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 18, 2023
The latest news about development, M&A, data, people and more.... Read More
Deal activity: October 10-18, 2023
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: October 10-18, 2023
By Shawn Turner | October 18, 2023
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week is Pebblebrook Hotel Trust’s $68.5 million sale of Hotel Zoe Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco. ... Read More
Five hottest development markets in Europe
News / Owners
Five hottest development markets in Europe
By Rob Schneider | October 18, 2023
Data from Lodging Econometrics shows London leading the way at the end of Q2 2023 with the most new construction projects.... Read More
Trinity secures $750 refi of Grande Lakes Orlando
News / Asset Management
Trinity secures $750 refi of Grande Lakes Orlando
By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 17, 2023
The 1,592-room property was refinanced with a floating rate CMBS loan.... Read More
Latest news: Update on Israel hotels; Cipriani club fund; Sonder grows in LA
News / Brands
Latest news: Update on Israel hotels; Cipriani club fund; Sonder grows in LA
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | October 16, 2023
The latest news about development, financing, M&A, data and more.... Read More
Why Apple Hospitality is one of few REITs active in deal space
News / Owners
Why Apple Hospitality is one of few REITs active in deal space
By Rob Schneider | October 13, 2023
With four newly announced deals, the Richmond, Virginia-based REIT's ability to be an all-cash buyer gives them deal flexibility and high certainty of close.... Read More
Latest news: Accor selling assets; Hilton adds in Warsaw; LuxUrban-Trademark conversions
News / Brands
Latest news: Accor selling assets; Hilton adds in Warsaw; LuxUrban-Trademark conversions
By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 13, 2023
Breaking news about development, M&A, data, people and more.... Read More
Short-term rentals gaining ground: AirDNA, STR
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Short-term rentals gaining ground: AirDNA, STR
By Derek Catron | October 13, 2023
Share grows to 15% in 2023 from 8% in 2018. Less-populated areas seem to have the most traction.... Read More
Hoteliers say transparency has mostly solved the "junk fee" problem
News / Asset Management
Hoteliers say transparency has mostly solved the "junk fee" problem
By Rob Schneider | October 13, 2023
Legislation was signed last week in California aimed at “junk fees,” stating the final total must be disclosed upfront. Hoteliers say they are already there.... Read More