Midscale

Read the latest trends and developments in the midscale hotel segment through Hotel Investment Today's dedicated section. Our detailed coverage includes market forecasts, financing news, strategic growth opportunities, and more that impact this hotel segment.
Quotes of the Week: Hilton, Wyndham, CapStar, Athens Group
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Hilton, Wyndham, CapStar, Athens Group
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | July 24, 2025
Among the noteworthy quotes from stories this week is Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta talking about a focus on building new brands.... Read More
Latest news: US pipeline update; Aspen sues Pyramid; Mama Shelter to Bangkok
News / Brands
Latest news: US pipeline update; Aspen sues Pyramid; Mama Shelter to Bangkok
By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 24, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Deal activity: July 16-21, 2025
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: July 16-21, 2025
By Shawn Turner | July 24, 2025
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Pursuit Attractions and Hospitality Inc.’s acquisition of the Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa in Costa Rica for $111 million.... Read More
Wyndham sees RevPAR declines in Q2
News / C Corps
Wyndham sees RevPAR declines in Q2
By Rob Schneider | July 23, 2025
While systemwide rooms grew and the company has a record pipeline, RevPAR declines 3% globally and 4% in the US.... Read More
Why Hilton is confident about NUG growth
News / C Corps
Why Hilton is confident about NUG growth
By Rob Schneider | July 23, 2025
Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta said the growth should come organically, adding that the company wants to add more brands this year.... Read More
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
News / Owners
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
Latest HITs: REITs report; Wyndham's BOLD progress; Indigo adds in UK
By Jeffrey Weinstein
A roundup of the latest news from across the global hotel industry.... Read More
Touting the “Pura Vida” in Costa Rica
News / Owners
Touting the “Pura Vida” in Costa Rica
 Hotelier Mario Mikowski on the opportunities and obstacles of operating accommodations in the tropical destination.... Read More
Latest news: APA acquires in Seattle; Starwood selling NYC 1?; AHT sells 2 more
By Rob Schneider
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Latest news: Ennismore residences in Spain; ISROTEL expands to Europe; Ovolo partners with SLH
News
Latest news: Ennismore residences in Spain; ISROTEL expands to Europe; Ovolo partners with SLH
By Rob Schneider
Breaking news about M&A, development, data and more.... Read More
Hotels are hitting affordability ceiling: report
News
Hotels are hitting affordability ceiling: report
By Rob Schneider
Lighthouse’s “State of global hotel pricing” finds that Western consumers are seeking more value while rates are rising in Latin America and traditional APAC destinations.... Read More
Latest news: Avid opens 80th hotel; Dreamscape adds in Wisconsin; new COO at Staypineapple
News / Brands
Latest news: Avid opens 80th hotel; Dreamscape adds in Wisconsin; new COO at Staypineapple
By Rob Schneider
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Goldman Sachs launching $500M fund in Japan
News / Financing
Goldman Sachs launching $500M fund in Japan
By Rob Schneider
The fund, which is targeting its first close in March, is seeking hospitality, residential and logistics assets as well as data centers.... Read More
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