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.
Marriott rides the wave of the rebound
News / C Corps
Marriott rides the wave of the rebound
By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 1, 2023
Earnings report highlights growing strength of group, international business; pipeline boosted by MGM deal.  ... Read More
Latest HITs: New financing for Raleigh; Pebblebrook earnings; Outrigger deal done
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Latest HITs: New financing for Raleigh; Pebblebrook earnings; Outrigger deal done
By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 31, 2023
The latest news on development, M&A, data and more.... Read More
Latest HITs: Swifties drive US results; June extended-stay data; US pipeline update
News / Brands
Latest HITs: Swifties drive US results; June extended-stay data; US pipeline update
By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 28, 2023
The latest news about development and M&A, as well as industry data updates.... Read More
Accor Global CDO Yazbeck details development strategy, plans
News / Brands
Accor Global CDO Yazbeck details development strategy, plans
By Mary Scoviak | July 27, 2023
French hospitality giant’s new global chief development officer for the Premium, Midscale and Economy division discusses the metrics, markets and money that will help enable the group to reach its 1,200-hotel growth target.... Read More
VICI makes further investment into Canyon Ranch
News / Mergers and Acquistions
VICI makes further investment into Canyon Ranch
By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 27, 2023
The goal is to accelerate the wellness brand’s growth and take advantage of the wellness trend tailwinds.... Read More
Hot Type: Hilton, Gencom, Choice, Accor
News / Insights
Hot Type: Hilton, Gencom, Choice, Accor
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Mary Scoviak | July 27, 2023
Some of our best quotes of the week, including an insightful comment from Choice Hotels' Anna Scozzafava about ramping up extended-stay properties.... Read More
Singapore brand making the industry take notice
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Singapore brand making the industry take notice
By Raini Hamdi | July 26, 2023
A chain once dismissed as “love hotels” has once again captured industry attention with its M&A moves and transformational journey as a formidable mid-tier contender.... Read More
Latest HITs: KSL buys into Sereno; junk fee bill hits; Mint adds DC
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Latest HITs: KSL buys into Sereno; junk fee bill hits; Mint adds DC
By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 26, 2023
The latest news about development, M&A, data and more.... Read More
Deal activity: July 19 - 25, 2023
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: July 19 - 25, 2023
By Shawn Turner | July 26, 2023
Pandox acquisition of the Hilton Belfast among the noteworthy deals of the past week.... Read More
Update: Nassetta reports no signs of weakness
News / C Corps
Update: Nassetta reports no signs of weakness
By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 26, 2023
Hilton’s strong 2Q earnings report, potential soft landing for economy leads to raised guidance.... Read More
Leisure hotel owners need to start Plan B
News / Asset Management
Leisure hotel owners need to start Plan B
By Roger Allen, RLA Global | July 25, 2023
Hotels are still riding a significant wave of leisure demand growth, but forecasts suggest a slowdown could be looming. Here are the do’s and don’ts of preparing for a downturn.... Read More
Latest HITs: High-profile portfolio misses payments; Hilton Belfast, Rancho Santa Fe trade
News / Brands
Latest HITs: High-profile portfolio misses payments; Hilton Belfast, Rancho Santa Fe trade
By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 24, 2023
The latest global news on development, M&A, data and more.... Read More
Gencom capitalizes on the chop
News / Owners
Gencom capitalizes on the chop
By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 24, 2023
Founder Karim Alibhai talked about where he sees new opportunity and why their soup-to-nuts execution DNA puts them in a great position to succeed.... Read More
Latest HITs: Accor doubles up in Japan; Radisson trades in France; Hilton adds in N. Ireland
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Latest HITs: Accor doubles up in Japan; Radisson trades in France; Hilton adds in N. Ireland
By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 21, 2023
Breaking news on development, deals and more.... Read More
Accor CEO: 'Impossible' to segregate business and leisure travel
News / Brands
Accor CEO: 'Impossible' to segregate business and leisure travel
By Angelique Platas | July 20, 2023
Shifts on how consumers work and play requires a big shift in how hotels come to market, cater to locals.... Read More