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

How Wyndham’s technology improvements can upgrade its franchisees’ ROI

By Rob Schneider | September 15, 2023

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts announced $275 million in technology upgrades this week designed to get franchisees on one unified system. Here’s how it came together and how it could influence its owners’ bottom line.... Read More

News / Insights

Hot Type: Waterton, Minor Hotels, Wyndham

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | September 14, 2023

Insightful quotes from some of our biggest stories of the week, including Minor Hotels' Dillip Rajakarier on the importance of closing deals, not chasing them. ... Read More

News / Franchising

Why this CEO says the smart money is in select-service

By Rob Schneider | September 14, 2023

At its annual conference, the world’s largest hotel franchising company is touting $275 million in technology upgrades and wants to capture the truckloads of revenue tied to $1.2 trillion in infrastructure work across the U.S.... Read More

News / Owners

Ovolo, Minor CEOs discuss what it takes to win

By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 13, 2023

Two leaders with similar mindsets talk at HICAP ANZ about their commitment to the business and plans for growth.... Read More

News / Transactions Lists

Deal activity: September 5-12, 2023

By Shawn Turner | September 13, 2023

Among the noteworthy deals of the past week is Crescent Real Estate’s acquisition of the Element Orlando Universal Blvd. ... Read More

News / Brands

Latest HITs: MCR buys in Charlotte; Marriott adds 3 in Indonesia; Ennismore grows in Dubai

By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 13, 2023

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

News / Owners

Latest HITs: Two big deals in D.R.; Wyndham grows on Black Sea; more Aman investment

By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 11, 2023

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

News / Owners

Why improving assets is key to Outrigger’s growth

By Rob Schneider | September 11, 2023

At HICAP ANZ last week in Australia, Outrigger Hospitality Group President and CEO Jeff Wagoner discussed tying improvements to rate growth, why the company wants to keep its toes on the beach and why he’s optimistic about the future. ... Read More

News / Asset Management

Are management companies eliminating guest pain points?

By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 8, 2023

New data from J.D. Power suggests third-party managers are anticipating guest needs in 82% of interactions.... Read More

News / Brands

Latest HITs: Raffles London coming; Club Med deal in Indonesia; positive US results

By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 8, 2023

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

News / Contributed Perspectives

Prepare for new regulatory hurdles in NYC

By Hilary G. Atzrott Hamburg | September 8, 2023

Hotel owners, developers, and investors face new expenses and timing obstacles if opening or expanding a hotel in New York City. ... Read More

News / Brands

Latest HITs: News on New Yorker, IHG's Indigo adds in Europe, Host updates on Maui

By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 7, 2023

The latest on development, M&A, relevant data and more.... Read More

News / Insights

Hot Type: The Highland Group, SH Hotels & Resorts, The Ascott Ltd.

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | September 7, 2023

Insightful quotes from some of our biggest stories of the week, including The Highland Group’s Kim Bardoul on the potential performance in the upscale-upper midscale boutique segment. ... Read More

News / Transactions Lists

Deal activity: August 30 – September 4, 2023

By Shawn Turner | September 7, 2023

Among the noteworthy deals of the past week is Newbond Holdings’ acquisition of the Aloft Tampa Downtown.... Read More

News / Brands

Why this CEO says branded residences are ‘here to stay’

By Rob Schneider | September 7, 2023

At HICAP AZ last week in Australia, SH Hotels & Resorts CEO Raul Leal discussed appealing to luxury customers, sustainability and opening their first residence.... Read More

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