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.
How Wyndham is pushing premium economy internationally
News / Franchising
How Wyndham is pushing premium economy internationally
By Rob Schneider | May 28, 2025
International development executives discuss the company’s recent Super 8 deal in Saudi Arabia, as well as APAC and Latin America development trends.... Read More
Latest news: Equinox adding Nashville; Noble buys 16; Peace Hotel becoming Raffles
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Equinox adding Nashville; Noble buys 16; Peace Hotel becoming Raffles
By Rob Schneider & Jeffrey Weinstein | May 28, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Latest news: Faraway's new management co.; Hyatt extends Playa offer; Choice deal in China
News / Management
Latest news: Faraway's new management co.; Hyatt extends Playa offer; Choice deal in China
By Rob Schneider | May 27, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hotel executive moves: Dreamscape, Peregrine, Stonebridge
News / Owners
Hotel executive moves: Dreamscape, Peregrine, Stonebridge
By Rob Schneider | May 23, 2025
 Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
Latest news: Ashford sells in Houston; B&B modular design; DoubleTree milestone
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Ashford sells in Houston; B&B modular design; DoubleTree milestone
By Rob Schneider | May 23, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Deal activity: May 13-19, 2025
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: May 13-19, 2025
By Shawn Turner | May 22, 2025
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Ryman Hospitality Properties’ agreement to purchase the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa in Arizona from Trinity Investments for $865 million.... Read More
Latest news: Park closes $80M SF sale; St. Regis to Costa Rica; US, Canada performance
News / Brands
Latest news: Park closes $80M SF sale; St. Regis to Costa Rica; US, Canada performance
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 22, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Ryman, Remington, IHG, Sensei
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Ryman, Remington, IHG, Sensei
May 22, 2025
Among the noteworthy quotes from this week's stories is Ryman Hospitality Properties' Mark Fioravanti talking about their acquisition of the JW Marriott Desert Ridge.... Read More
Wyndham CDO on opportunities, incentives and Echo Suites
News / Franchising
Wyndham CDO on opportunities, incentives and Echo Suites
By Rob Schneider | May 22, 2025
 Amit Sripathi, who was named Wyndham’s chief development officer a year ago, said owners are seeing opportunities despite current economic uncertainty.... Read More
Marriott launches midscale/upscale global collection
News / Brands
Marriott launches midscale/upscale global collection
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 22, 2025
Series by Marriott launches in India by affiliating with The Fern brands; active discussion ongoing around the world. ... Read More
Mitch Patel on beer, wine and hotels
News / On the Money
Mitch Patel on beer, wine and hotels
By Rob Schneider | May 21, 2025
The CEO of Vision Hospitality Group weighs in on disrupting construction, incremental growth and the power of e-tipping.... Read More
Latest news: Hyatt House to India; Memorial Day record; Ennismore adds in Greece
News / Brands
Latest news: Hyatt House to India; Memorial Day record; Ennismore adds in Greece
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 21, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Why Wyndham CEO thinks they can weather economic storms
News / Franchising
Why Wyndham CEO thinks they can weather economic storms
By Rob Schneider | May 21, 2025
At Wyndham's annual conference, CEO Geoff Ballotti discussed outperforming the industry during previous recessions, mitigating tariffs and still betting big on infrastructure.... Read More
Prioritize sustainability to future-proof APAC investment
News
Prioritize sustainability to future-proof APAC investment
By YouRee Park, JLL | May 20, 2025
By incorporating future climate scenarios into governance structures, owners can promote forward-thinking decision-making and address potential risks.... Read More
Why Mexico, Caribbean all-inclusives are thriving
News / Caribbean
Why Mexico, Caribbean all-inclusives are thriving
By Christina Jelski | May 20, 2025
 Amid econmic uncertainty, all-inclusives are outperforming U.S. hotels, according to Hyatt.  ... Read More