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.
Hot Type: Hyatt, Fairmont, Aspen Hospitality, IHG
News / Insights
Hot Type: Hyatt, Fairmont, Aspen Hospitality, IHG
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 11, 2023
Some of the best quotes from stories of the past week, including Aspen Hospitality CEO Alinio Azevedo talking about appetite for development risk.... Read More
Latest HITs: Hilton grows in D.R.; Latin America pipeline; Miami airport deal
News / Brands
Latest HITs: Hilton grows in D.R.; Latin America pipeline; Miami airport deal
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 10, 2023
The latest development, data and M&A news from around the world.... Read More
Deal activity: May 5 - May 9, 2023
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: May 5 - May 9, 2023
By Shawn Turner | May 10, 2023
 Among the noteworthy transactions from the past week was the ¥5.6 billion sale of the B Asakusa in Tokyo. Read about this and more deals from the past week.... Read More
Select Mideast market development activity: Lodging Econometrics
News / Owners
Select Mideast market development activity: Lodging Econometrics
By Lodging Econometrics | May 9, 2023
 Development is ramping up as investors begin to see opportunity in the region again. ... Read More
Latest HITs: ECE, Palladium deal in Venice; women leadership update; Choice 1Q
News / Brands
Latest HITs: ECE, Palladium deal in Venice; women leadership update; Choice 1Q
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 9, 2023
The latest news and data related to development and M&A.... Read More
Brand integrity key to Aspen Hospitality’s growth criteria
News / Owners
Brand integrity key to Aspen Hospitality’s growth criteria
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 8, 2023
 The phone is ringing after making the big deal to take The Little Nell to Rockefeller Center, but CEO Alinio Azevedo carries on the Crown tradition of being a very discerning developer.... Read More
Hyatt explores fresh way to play luxury
News / Brands
Hyatt explores fresh way to play luxury
By Mary Scoviak | May 8, 2023
 Acquisition of London-based Mr & Mrs Smith could open access to a million new guests, representation in 20 additional countries and an added source of synergistic upside.... Read More
Fairmont CEO counts ROI points from Accor’s luxury, lifestyle restructure
News / Brands
Fairmont CEO counts ROI points from Accor’s luxury, lifestyle restructure
By Raini Hamdi | May 8, 2023
Accor is making a serious investment in luxury and lifestyle by having a dedicated CEO and team for each of its top-floor brands. Fairmont arguably needs that investment the most, and here's why.... Read More
Latest HITs: Earning for Playa, RLJ; Spanish resort trades; Canada pipeline
News / Brands
Latest HITs: Earning for Playa, RLJ; Spanish resort trades; Canada pipeline
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 5, 2023
Breaking news and data updates from the global M&A and development markets.... Read More
Maalouf taking top spot as IHG reports strong 1Q
News / C Corps
Maalouf taking top spot as IHG reports strong 1Q
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 5, 2023
Barr stepping down at the end of June; buoyant 1Q earnings reported.... Read More
Strong ADR growth, rebound in Asia help Hyatt beat Street
News / C Corps
Strong ADR growth, rebound in Asia help Hyatt beat Street
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 4, 2023
Hyatt increased 2023 guidance for systemwide RevPAR to 12%-16%, up from the prior 10%-15% range. Net rooms growth remained unchanged at ~6%.... Read More
Latest HITs: US ADR growth beats inflation; $340M for Ritz condos; new CEO at Mandarin
News / Brands
Latest HITs: US ADR growth beats inflation; $340M for Ritz condos; new CEO at Mandarin
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 4, 2023
It has been a very busy news day for deals and development around the world. Read the latest.... Read More
7 quotes you need to read
News / Insights
7 quotes you need to read
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Mary Scoviak | May 4, 2023
From Marriott's strategy for its new City Express brand to Minor's ownership-focused mindset, here are some thoughtful quotes from this week's stories.... Read More
Hotel as community hub
News / Brands
Hotel as community hub
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 3, 2023
Madrid-based UMusic Hotels partners with Universal Music Group trying to turn its hotels into creative hubs that bring the community experience inside its walls.  ... Read More
Deal activity: April 25 - May 2, 2023
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: April 25 - May 2, 2023
By Shawn Turner | May 3, 2023
Among the noteworthy transactions from the past week was the $110 million sale of the JW Marriott Tuscon Starr Pass Resort & Spa.... Read More