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 / Franchising

Marriott CEO on continued consolidation: ‘Scale matters’

By Rob Schneider | October 24, 2023

Anthony Capuano was interviewed to lead off the second day of the 33rd annual Hotel Investment Conference Asia Pacific (HICAP). He talked about M&A, the role of AI and chasing conversions.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquistions

Latest news: Six Senses Rome trades; Four Seasons refinance; Lindemann Hotels sell

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 23, 2023

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

News

Meet owners’ new problems; same as the old problems?

By Rob Schneider | October 23, 2023

At a panel that helped kick off the first day of the Hotel Investment Conference Asia Pacific (HICAP), leaders discussed sustainability, AI and building customer loyalty.... Read More

News / C Corps

IHG first to report 3Q earnings; RevPAR up 10% YOY

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 20, 2023

CEO Maalouf suggested tailwinds from China’s ongoing rebound and broad robust rooms revenue drove strong results.... Read More

News / Owners

Latest news: Mixed-use Ritz-Carlton for Savannah; LXR to Italy; Margaritaville auction

October 19, 2023

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

News / Brands

Is it time to invest in Indonesia’s future capital, Nusantara?

By Raini Hamdi | October 19, 2023

Two Indonesian conglomerates and Marriott International have announced hotels in Nusantara. Grandstanding or shrewd risk taking?... Read More

News / Insights

Quotes of the week: AAHOA, Choice Hotels, Apple Hospitality

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | October 19, 2023

Some noteworthy quotes from the past week, including Choice Hotels Patrick Pacious on why Wyndham shareholders should further consider their acquisition offer.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquistions

Expect intense competition for Asia Pac assets: CBRE

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 19, 2023

CBRE research suggests repricing of Asia Pacific hotel assets will be more moderate than in many other parts of the world. ... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquistions

AAHOA steps up to disapprove of a Choice-Wyndham deal

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 18, 2023

Association representing 20,000 owners and franchisees in the budget and limited-service spaces cries foul, calls for FTC investigation.... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: Pimco gives back 20 hotels; Ascott grows Crest Collection; Internova soft brand

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 18, 2023

The latest news about development, M&A, data, people and more.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquistions

NewcrestImage acquires 3 Courtyards by airports

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 18, 2023

Dallas-based developer has now executed more than 100 transactions in the past 12 months.... Read More

News / Transactions Lists

Deal activity: October 10-18, 2023

By Shawn Turner | October 18, 2023

Among the noteworthy deals of the past week is Pebblebrook Hotel Trust’s $68.5 million sale of Hotel Zoe Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco. ... Read More

News / Owners

Five hottest development markets in Europe

By Rob Schneider | October 18, 2023

Data from Lodging Econometrics shows London leading the way at the end of Q2 2023 with the most new construction projects.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquistions

Will Choice sweeten its offer to acquire rival Wyndham?

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 17, 2023

In a hostile bid, Choice offer includes $90 per share, payable in a mix of cash and stock. But Wyndham rejects the offer citing significant business and execution risks.... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: Update on Israel hotels; Cipriani club fund; Sonder grows in LA

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | October 16, 2023

The latest news about development, financing, M&A, data and more.... Read More

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