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.

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Latest news: Straten buys in Arizona; good week for US hotels; Four Seasons adds in KSA

By Rob Schneider | January 8, 2026

Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More

News / Insights

Quotes of the Week: Chartres, Hotel Equities, First Hospitality

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | January 8, 2026

Among the noteworthy quotes from this week's stories is Chartres Lodging's Maki Bara talking about the state of interest rates and their impact on development.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Deal to take Soho House private hits snag

By Rob Schneider | January 8, 2026

In an SEC filing, Soho House said MCR has said it would not be able to fully fund a $200 million equity commitment by the expected closing date, which is key to the transaction.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Deals will pick up in 2026, but no gold rush expected

By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 8, 2026

Hotel Investment Today advisory board members chime in on the expected deal pace as a new year once again creates bigger expectations.... Read More

News / Owners

Latest news: Vegas rebrand; S.Carolina development; Connecticut hotel reopens

By Rob Schneider | January 7, 2026

Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More

News

HIT advisory board opines on 2026 performance

By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 7, 2026

Will the U.S. see a rebound in RevPAR performance? Key industry leaders have mixed opinions, but a majority remain optimistic.... Read More

News / Owners

Goldman Sachs launching $500M fund in Japan

By Rob Schneider | January 6, 2026

The fund, which is targeting its first close in March, seeks hospitality, residential and logistics assets as well as data centers.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Latest news: Oakland discount deal; Lark opening 4; OTH adds in Virginia

By Rob Schneider | January 6, 2026

Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More

News / Insights

HIT launches advisory board

January 6, 2026

Key industry leaders come together to provide Hotel Investment Today with editorial guidance and industry insights.... Read More

News / Franchising

Update: Hilton kicks out Hampton; DHS softens tone

By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 6, 2026

Hilton said the franchised property was not meeting its standards and values after the management company said it was fixing the problem.... Read More

News / Asset Management

Minnesota Hampton scrutinized for canceling ICE reservations

By Christina Jelski | January 6, 2026

ICE posted about the incident on its X account. Hilton said the hotel’s actions were not reflective of its values.... Read More

News / Brands

What brands do next to increase loyalty

By Christine Jelski | January 5, 2026

Major hotel chains are rolling out new partnerships and membership perks as smaller players make waves as the battle for loyalty heats up.... Read More