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.
DiamondRock’s $1.5B refi will pay off 2025 maturities
News / Owners
DiamondRock’s $1.5B refi will pay off 2025 maturities
By Rob Schneider | July 23, 2025
The REIT has extended its credit facility by $300 million and will utilize the proceeds to repay three loans that are set to mature in 2025.... Read More
Latest news: Accor debuts in Vegas; $5.5B NYC casino plan; sales in Florida, Illinois
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Latest news: Accor debuts in Vegas; $5.5B NYC casino plan; sales in Florida, Illinois
By Rob Schneider | July 23, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hilton reports RevPAR decline, but NUG still strong
News / C Corps
Hilton reports RevPAR decline, but NUG still strong
By Rob Schneider | July 23, 2025
CEO Chris Nassetta noted performance challenges in the second quarter but said net unit growth should be 6-7% “for the next several years.”... Read More
Club Med appoints new CEO in executive shuffle
News / Brands
Club Med appoints new CEO in executive shuffle
By Rob Schneider | July 22, 2025
The announcement comes a week after Henri Giscard d’Estaing said he was ousted from his board chairman position by the company’s owners.... Read More
Constrained pipeline could present strategic openings for developers
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Constrained pipeline could present strategic openings for developers
By Rob Schneider | July 22, 2025
HVS’s new survey says while the development costs are still high, there is evidence that construction prices are stabilizing.... Read More
Latest news: Price fixing suit dismissed; Ready adds Ritz in Portland; historic reno in Cali
By Rob Schneider | July 22, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Opportunity Zones give incentives for patience
News / Financing
Opportunity Zones give incentives for patience
By Rob Schneider | July 21, 2025
Investors and developers say OZs are an essential tool for new development in an inflationary environment. Now they are permanent.... Read More
Latest news: Another Ace deal in place?; new Peachtree fund; new Club Med chair
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Another Ace deal in place?; new Peachtree fund; new Club Med chair
By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 21, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Las Vegas grapple with steep occupancy decline
News / Asset Management
Las Vegas grapple with steep occupancy decline
By Christina Jelski | July 21, 2025
The LVCVA has responded with a 30% boost in annual marketing spend. And some hotels are rolling out promotions of their own. ... Read More
Align the GM’s goals with investors
News / Asset Management
Align the GM’s goals with investors
By David McCaslin | July 21, 2025
Focus on the expected timeline, share investment goals and offer a piece of the waterfall big enough to actually change their life. ... Read More
Executive moves: Club Med, Marriott, White Lodging, Shangri-La
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Executive moves: Club Med, Marriott, White Lodging, Shangri-La
By Rob Schneider | July 18, 2025
Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
Latest news: SI Resort for Nashville; new Wichita hotel; Charlestowne adds 2
News / Brands
Latest news: SI Resort for Nashville; new Wichita hotel; Charlestowne adds 2
By Rob Schneider | July 18, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Luxury more than a photo opp
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Luxury more than a photo opp
By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 18, 2025
Principals at developer Athens Group talk about the evolution of luxury, new opportunities and the ins and outs of the process. ... Read More
Global construction up except Middle East, Africa
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Global construction up except Middle East, Africa
By Rob Schneider | July 18, 2025
Overall construction activity increased in Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Americas, while the overall pipeline decreased by 2.6% in the Middle East and Africa.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Arbor Lodging, Marriott, Hilton, Dalata
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Arbor Lodging, Marriott, Hilton, Dalata
July 17, 2025
Among the noteworthy quotes of the week was Arbor Lodging's Vamsi Bonthala talking about how they evaluate acquisition opportunities differently right now.... Read More