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.
Latest HITs: New Aman COO; Minor buys in Maldives; Salters keep growing
News / Brands
Latest HITs: New Aman COO; Minor buys in Maldives; Salters keep growing
By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 11, 2023
The latest development, management, M&A, performance news and more from around the world.... Read More
Leaders discuss managing debt financing in Europe
News / Debt and Equity
Leaders discuss managing debt financing in Europe
By Robert Cole | July 11, 2023
Will rates return to their previously low levels? Panelists at HVS-led event in London don’t seem to expect it and offer insight into the new, old normal.... Read More
Average Caribbean construction costs surge 19%
News / Owners
Average Caribbean construction costs surge 19%
By Mary Scoviak | July 7, 2023
Unprecedented hikes in shipping, materials costs drove up 2022’s development price tags throughout the region but there could be smoother sailing ahead.... Read More
Breaking new ground in the Dominican Republic
News / Owners
Breaking new ground in the Dominican Republic
By Matthew Hall | July 6, 2023
Developer/ex-lawyer Diana Lynch is the catalyst behind Alma de Samaná Golf & Residences.... Read More
Deal activity: June 27 – July 4, 2023
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: June 27 – July 4, 2023
By Shawn Turner | July 6, 2023
Henderson Park, Klarent Hospitality acquiring the Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh among the major deals of the past week.... Read More
Latest HITs: Big deals in NYC, Singapore, Barcelona, Edinburgh
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Latest HITs: Big deals in NYC, Singapore, Barcelona, Edinburgh
By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 5, 2023
Deal market heats up with big asset transactions in four major markets.... Read More
Taking stock at Hotel Investment Today
News / Insights
Taking stock at Hotel Investment Today
By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 5, 2023
At the Independence Day holiday break, the Hotel Investment Today team reviews its progress and welcomes your input to create an even better product to serve your professional needs.... Read More
C-PACE gives hospitality investors options in today’s tight credit market
News / From Our Partners
C-PACE gives hospitality investors options in today’s tight credit market
By Brendan Manley | June 29, 2023
Jared Schlosser, head of originations at Peachtree Group affiliate Stonehill, details the benefits, best practices and bottom-line advantages of this increasingly popular piece of the capital stack.... Read More
Hot Type: R Collection Hotels, Pan Pacific, Benjamin West
News / Insights
Hot Type: R Collection Hotels, Pan Pacific, Benjamin West
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Mary Scoviak | June 29, 2023
Some of the most interesting quotes from the past week's stories, including a profile on an Italian independent, the value of sustainability efforts, CapEx planning and more.... Read More
Personalization + ChatGPT = Holy Grail in customer intent
News / Contributed Perspectives
Personalization + ChatGPT = Holy Grail in customer intent
By Terry Jones | June 28, 2023
A report from sister publication PhocusWire on how ChatGPT is going to change travel search for the better, and how adding personalization will make it so.... Read More
How biophilia helps Pan Pacific become a cool chain
News / Brands
How biophilia helps Pan Pacific become a cool chain
By Raini Hamdi | June 28, 2023
Biophilic design hotels make a bold statement, which could reward Singapore's Pan Pacific Hotels Group with more management deals. But first it must persuade other owners to think like its parent does.... Read More
Latest HITs: Accor projections; Selina infusion; Peachtree sale
News / Brands
Latest HITs: Accor projections; Selina infusion; Peachtree sale
June 28, 2023
The latest news on development, financing, M&A and more.... Read More
Deal activity: June 20-26, 2023
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: June 20-26, 2023
By Shawn Turner | June 28, 2023
Among the big deals of the past week was Driftwood Capital's acquisition of the Hilton Granite Park in Plano, Texas.... Read More
Stick to the fundamentals: CapEx 101
News / Asset Management
Stick to the fundamentals: CapEx 101
By Alan Benjamin and Sarah Churchill, Benjamin West | June 27, 2023
Go back to basics, then do them better, to manage high expectations and tight timelines.... Read More
The face of independence in Italy
News / Owners
The face of independence in Italy
By Jeffrey Weinstein | June 27, 2023
The Rocchi family’s R Collection Hotels continues to look for growth opportunities, all the while remaining front and center with guests, agencies and teams.... Read More