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: Ashford withstands proxy; Sage adds Missouri boutique; IHG grows in Nepal
News / Brands
Latest news: Ashford withstands proxy; Sage adds Missouri boutique; IHG grows in Nepal
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 15, 2024
Breaking news about development, deals, data and more.... Read More
LE: Canadian pipeline continues to surge
News / North America
LE: Canadian pipeline continues to surge
By Rob Schneider | May 15, 2024
The latest data from Lodging Econometrics reveals a double-digit rise in the number of projects currently under construction in Canada.... Read More
Latest news: Former Trump DC heads to auction; Euro construction pipeline; IHG adding in Cairo
News / Brands
Latest news: Former Trump DC heads to auction; Euro construction pipeline; IHG adding in Cairo
By Rob Schneider | May 14, 2024
Latest news: Accor adds first Handwritten in US; hotel sale in Florida; Euro construction pipeline false Latest news: Accor adds first Handwritten in US; hotel sale in Florida; Euro construction pipeline Breaking news about development, M&A management including Marriott, Activum, Solley, Lavendish,... Read More
Wyndham-Decameron partnership adds 9 properties
News / Franchising
Wyndham-Decameron partnership adds 9 properties
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 14, 2024
Wyndham's all-inclusive platform grows beyond 50 properties and could include more from Decameron if this new deal succeeds.... Read More
Why third-party management is growing in the Caribbean
News / Caribbean
Why third-party management is growing in the Caribbean
By Rob Schneider | May 13, 2024
As brands grow in the region, they are becoming less interested in managing all of their properties, hospitality executives said during a CHRIS panel. ... Read More
Latest news: Aermont bids for Village Hotels; China pipeline surging; IHG adding in Vietnam
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Latest news: Aermont bids for Village Hotels; China pipeline surging; IHG adding in Vietnam
By Rob Schneider | May 13, 2024
Breaking news about development, M&A management and more.  ... Read More
Roundup of REIT earnings from 1Q 2024
News / REITs
Roundup of REIT earnings from 1Q 2024
By Rob Schneider | May 10, 2024
A deeper dive into the numbers of Ashford, Apple, Chatham, DiamondRock, Host, Parks, Pebblebrook, RLJ, Ryman and Sunstone.... Read More
Latest news: Swan & Dolphin refi; VICI loan for Great Wolf; Ashford refi in Nashville
News / Financing
Latest news: Swan & Dolphin refi; VICI loan for Great Wolf; Ashford refi in Nashville
By Rob Schneider | May 10, 2024
Breaking news about development, M&A and management, including Ashford Hospitality Trust, Hyatt, Marriott, IHCL, RIU and more.... Read More
Deal flow expected to improve ‘slightly’: LIIC survey
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Deal flow expected to improve ‘slightly’: LIIC survey
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 10, 2024
In the coming 12 months, the 2024 LIIC Survey indicates a slightly improving U.S. transaction market with stagnation in many sectors.... Read More
Hotel executive moves: HVMG, OTO, Hospitality America
News / Owners
Hotel executive moves: HVMG, OTO, Hospitality America
By Rob Schneider | May 9, 2024
Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
The reset continues at Aimbridge
News / Management
The reset continues at Aimbridge
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 9, 2024
With a stated goal to flatten the organization and create a closer connection between corporate and its GMs, Aimbridge is removing big positions at the home office and naming a new head of development.... Read More
Latest news: KKR acquires in London; €3M refresh for Dalata; AHT to sell more hotels
News / Mergers and Acquistions
Latest news: KKR acquires in London; €3M refresh for Dalata; AHT to sell more hotels
By Rob Schneider | May 9, 2024
Breaking news about development, M&A and management, including CoStar, Lodging Econometrics, Pan Pacific, Radisson, Marriott and more.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Playa, Choice, Jumeirah, Apple REIT
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Playa, Choice, Jumeirah, Apple REIT
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | May 9, 2024
Among the noteworthy quotes from the past week include Playa Chairman and CEO Bruce Wardinski talking about how they introduced 'love' into their value proposition.... Read More
Hyatt 1Q24 earnings a mixed bag
News / C Corps
Hyatt 1Q24 earnings a mixed bag
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 9, 2024
Hyatt misses expectations on earnings but reports record for gross fees and pipeline, as well as significant progress on asset disposition.... Read More
Choice CEO on Wyndham merger: ‘Strategic rationale still makes sense’
News / C Corps
Choice CEO on Wyndham merger: ‘Strategic rationale still makes sense’
By Rob Schneider | May 8, 2024
During Choice Hotels International’s earnings call, CEO Patrick Pacious spoke about M&A, the value of new franchises and RevPAR trends.... Read More