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.
US construction pipeline sitting at all-time high
News / North America
US construction pipeline sitting at all-time high
By Rob Schneider | August 19, 2024
Lodging Econometrics said that the U.S. hotel construction pipeline has records of total projects and room counts through the second quarter.... Read More
Latest news: Rockbridge buys in Chicago; NYC mixed-use refi; 9,000 for Marriott
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Rockbridge buys in Chicago; NYC mixed-use refi; 9,000 for Marriott
By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 19, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hotel executive moves: Access Point Financial, Auberge, Aperture, JLL, Hard Rock
News / Owners
Hotel executive moves: Access Point Financial, Auberge, Aperture, JLL, Hard Rock
By Rob Schneider | August 16, 2024
Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
Latest news: Loews Hollywood on market; Hyatt closes Orlando sale; US per diem up
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Loews Hollywood on market; Hyatt closes Orlando sale; US per diem up
By Rob Schneider | August 16, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Deal activity: July 10-August 12, 2024
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: July 10-August 12, 2024
By Shawn Turner | August 15, 2024
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Larry Ellison’s acquisition of the Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa in Manalapan, Florida from Lewis Trust Group for an undisclosed price. ... Read More
Conversions reach all-time high in Europe
News / EMEA
Conversions reach all-time high in Europe
By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 15, 2024
New Lodging Econometrics forecast shows a concentration of growth in the upper upscale, upscale and upper midscale segments.... Read More
Latest news: Georgia resort sells; KSL invests in Maldives; new F&B-centered brand in CA
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Georgia resort sells; KSL invests in Maldives; new F&B-centered brand in CA
By Rob Schneider | August 15, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
CBRE adjusts ’24 outlook with more modest RevPAR growth
News
CBRE adjusts ’24 outlook with more modest RevPAR growth
By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 15, 2024
Second half of the year RevPAR growth will be stronger than the first half, but softer leisure travel impacts overall outlook.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Accelerate Women Leaders in Travel, Auberge, STR, Accor
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Accelerate Women Leaders in Travel, Auberge, STR, Accor
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | August 15, 2024
Among the more noteworthy quotes from stories this week is Accelerate Women Leaders in Travel Rachel Vandenberg talking about the need for greater visibility for women at industry events.... Read More
Intriguing storylines from the Hotel Data Conference
News
Intriguing storylines from the Hotel Data Conference
By Rob Schneider | August 14, 2024
The Hotel Data Conference could fill more than a few hotels with all the data presented at the event. Here are some interesting facts about midweek demand, group, Top 25 markets and the current construction pipeline.... Read More
Directory identifies women to participate in industry events
News
Directory identifies women to participate in industry events
By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 14, 2024
Women in Hospitality Leadership Alliance has created a searchable database with over 700 women who can serve as speakers at conferences.... Read More
Record-high pipeline in China
News
Record-high pipeline in China
By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 14, 2024
With projects under construction at an all-time high, second quarter closes with a 4% increase in projects and a 3% increase in rooms. ... Read More
Latest news: Driftwood originates mezz loan; first Graduate by Hilton; boutique data strength
News
Latest news: Driftwood originates mezz loan; first Graduate by Hilton; boutique data strength
By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 14, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hyatt Regency Orlando selling for $1.02B: Report
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Hyatt Regency Orlando selling for $1.02B: Report
By Rob Schneider | August 13, 2024
The deal, which Hyatt said would complete a $2 billion asset sell-down commitment, would be the largest hotel sale in 2024.... Read More
Q2 REITs: Leisure challenges lighten RevPAR projections
News / REITs
Q2 REITs: Leisure challenges lighten RevPAR projections
By Rob Schneider | August 13, 2024
A deeper dive into the numbers for U.S.-based REITs show the effects of leisure travel softness and normalizing travel trends.... Read More