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.

News / Owners

Noble closes oversubscribed $1 billion fund

By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 9, 2024

“Generational investment opportunity” has Noble ready to acquire income-producing hotels, recapitalize owners, and add value both operationally and physically. ... Read More

News / Brands

Hilton finally names apartment-style extended-stay brand

By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 9, 2024

LivSmart Studios by Hilton has 350 deals in various stages of negotiations with the first property under construction in Kokomo, Indiana.... Read More

News / Owners

More leaders join ALIS DESIGN+ agenda

January 8, 2024

Just two weeks away, The BHN Group’s new event will connect investors and the design community adds the likes of Hilton’s global head of architecture and design, Larry Traxler. ... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquistions

Latest news: Investment in Concord; public hotels report card; Four Seasons to Africa

By Rob Schneider | January 8, 2024

Breaking news about M&A, development, data and more.... Read More

News / Owners

SI Resorts looks for professional play in college markets

By Rob Schneider | January 5, 2024

Experiential resorts will draw heavily on Sports Illustrated’s IP, lean into events and F&B. We huddled up for the details.... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: Four Seasons residence in Bahamas; Travelodge buys 66 hotels; Highgate defaults in SF

By Rob Schneider | January 5, 2024

Breaking news about M&A, development, data and more.... Read More

News

Why US starts are stalled, renovations/conversions riding high

By Rob Schneider | January 5, 2024

Lodging Econometrics offers a deeper dive into construction data through Q3 and what it means for 2024.... Read More

News / Owners

A Venetian in Dallas? Inside the gamble in Texas

By Rob Schneider | January 4, 2024

Here’s how the sale of an NBA team and a plot of land near a demolished NFL stadium could eventually lead to gigantic resorts/casinos in Texas. And why the Las Vegas Sands could play a pivotal role. ... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: Four Seasons for Telluride; Marriott adds 2 in China; big boost for Thailand

By Rob Schneider | January 3, 2024

Breaking news about M&A, development, data and more.... Read More

News / Transactions Lists

Deal activity: December 19, 2023-January 2, 2024

By Shawn Turner | January 3, 2024

Among the noteworthy deals of the past week is Dalian Wanda Group’s sale of the Wanda Reign on the Bund in Shanghai to Singapore’s Pacific Eagle Real Estate, controlled by Indonesian billionaire Sukanto Tanoto.... Read More

News / Insights

Phocuswright analysts share 2024 travel industry predictions

By Morgan Hines | January 3, 2024

From digital streamlining and funding to destination recovery and pricing expectations, Phocuswright analysts look ahead to plenty of advancements and changes. ... Read More