Upper Midscale

Read the latest trends and developments in the upper 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.
Latest news: EOS adds in Brooklyn; Hilton CALA growth; Hotel Indigo resorts to double
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Latest news: EOS adds in Brooklyn; Hilton CALA growth; Hotel Indigo resorts to double
By Rob Schneider | June 20, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data featuring news and more.... Read More
Deal activity: June 12-18, 2024
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: June 12-18, 2024
By Shawn Turner | June 20, 2024
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was APA Hotel USA acquiring the Hilton Seattle from an undisclosed buyer for an undisclosed amount. ... Read More
Ennismore adding Our Habitas to portfolio
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Ennismore adding Our Habitas to portfolio
By Rob Schneider | June 20, 2024
As part of the strategic partnership, the fast-growing lifestyle and leisure hospitality company will manage and plan the growth of the sustainability brand.... Read More
Mega deals, turnarounds keep Japan super active
News / Asia Pacific
Mega deals, turnarounds keep Japan super active
By Raini H.R. | June 19, 2024
At the rate Japan hotel transactions are going, 2024 volume won’t be too far off last year’s record and who knows – it may even surpass it.... Read More
Here are the hurdles to assessing ESG in valuations
News
Here are the hurdles to assessing ESG in valuations
By Rob Schneider | June 18, 2024
The latest study from JLL says educating hotel valuers, better data collection and an increased appetite for green financing are keys for the future.... Read More
Quotes of the week: Driftwood Capital, Strawberry, Choice Hotels
News / Insights
Quotes of the week: Driftwood Capital, Strawberry, Choice Hotels
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | June 18, 2024
Noteworthy quotes from the week's past stories include Driftwood Capital's Carlos Rodriguez, Sr., talking about  construction starts for the next five years.... Read More
Latest news: MCR refinances TWA; AHT sells 3; MGallery to Caribbean
News / Financing
Latest news: MCR refinances TWA; AHT sells 3; MGallery to Caribbean
By Rob Schneider | June 18, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data featuring news from Four Seasons, Radisson, Crestline, Choice and more.... Read More
Opportunities in transitional Vietnam
News / Asia Pacific
Opportunities in transitional Vietnam
By Jeffrey Weinstein | June 18, 2024
Advisor discusses opportunities, challenges and how now could be the moment for foreign investors to jump into the Vietnamese hotel space. ... Read More
5 strategies to secure better loan terms
News / Financing
5 strategies to secure better loan terms
By Ryan Bosch | June 18, 2024
If you are looking to develop, acquire, or refinance in the current lodging investment landscape, here are strategies that have effectively secured more favorable loan terms. ... Read More
Latest news: Big loan for Miami Waldorf; Highgate buys in Manhattan; Virgin sells in Spain
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Latest news: Big loan for Miami Waldorf; Highgate buys in Manhattan; Virgin sells in Spain
By Rob Schneider | June 17, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hotels move beyond the bed to experiences that treat guests like royalty
News / Insights
Hotels move beyond the bed to experiences that treat guests like royalty
By D.J. Catron | June 17, 2024
Hotels move beyond the bed to experiences that treat guests like royalty false Not every hotel can offer, literally, royal experiences — but that makes it even more important that they treat guests like royalty. Brought to you by 0 0 D.J. Catron 74 New... Read More
Which way are the hotel winds blowing?
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Which way are the hotel winds blowing?
By Jeffrey Weinstein | June 17, 2024
CBRE’s U.S. Hotel State of the Union offers more insights on the potential impact of macroeconomic forecasts, emerging trends and food for thought on headwinds and tailwinds.... Read More
Latest news: APA acquires in Seattle; Starwood selling NYC 1?; AHT sells 2 more
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Latest news: APA acquires in Seattle; Starwood selling NYC 1?; AHT sells 2 more
By Rob Schneider | June 14, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
How preferred equity, mezz financing have changed in the capital stack
News / Financing
How preferred equity, mezz financing have changed in the capital stack
By Rob Schneider | June 14, 2024
Driftwood Capital’s Carlos Rodriguez talks about the new realities of loan-to-value and why a slowdown in construction likely isn’t changing any time soon.... Read More
Middle East construction pipeline grew 5% through 1Q24
News / EMEA
Middle East construction pipeline grew 5% through 1Q24
By Rob Schneider | June 14, 2024
The latest data from Lodging Econometrics shows developers are decelerating their schedules to push openings back in the schedule.... Read More