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.
Leaders discuss concerns, hopes at HICAP ANZ
News / Asia Pacific
Leaders discuss concerns, hopes at HICAP ANZ
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 6, 2023
Conversation in Sydney ranges from the state of competition, franchising in the region, sustainability and more.... Read More
Brian Levine joins BHN as head of business development
News / Insights
Brian Levine joins BHN as head of business development
September 6, 2023
Veteran industry publisher will lead the sales efforts for Hotel Investment Today, spearhead the growth of Experience Sponsorships at BHN events.... Read More
Latest HITs: Turkey in headlines; ADIA, Petra align; Treehouse to Adelaide
News / Brands
Latest HITs: Turkey in headlines; ADIA, Petra align; Treehouse to Adelaide
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 5, 2023
The latest news about development, M&A, data and more.... Read More
Will New York’s STR rules set stricter standard for travel?
News
Will New York’s STR rules set stricter standard for travel?
By Derek Catron | September 5, 2023
City’s crackdown on Airbnb hosts could have chilling impact on short-term rentals. How much will it aid hoteliers?... Read More
Long recovery on Maui begins to take shape
News
Long recovery on Maui begins to take shape
By Stefani C. O'Connor | September 5, 2023
Leaders say the state needs to “hit refresh” to encourage renewed tourism and greater investment.... Read More
Boutique outpacing other hotels, with lifestyle leading the way
News
Boutique outpacing other hotels, with lifestyle leading the way
By Rob Schneider | September 1, 2023
Soft brand has been the hottest segment in the boutique class, but a new report from The Highland Group says lifestyle is now leading the way while luxury is lagging.... Read More
CEO insights lead off HICAP ANZ in Sydney
News / Owners
CEO insights lead off HICAP ANZ in Sydney
By Rob Schneider | September 1, 2023
Outrigger's Wagoner, SH Hotels and Resorts Leal speak about the tragedy in Hawaii, deal making, labor shortages and how to tackle today’s challenges.... Read More
Latest HITs: Nobu to Egypt; Australia performance; Choice exec moves
News / Brands
Latest HITs: Nobu to Egypt; Australia performance; Choice exec moves
By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 30, 2023
The latest on M&A, development, data and more.... Read More
Hot Type: Salter Brothers, KSL Capital Partners, Pebblebrook Hotel Trust
News / Insights
Hot Type: Salter Brothers, KSL Capital Partners, Pebblebrook Hotel Trust
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | August 30, 2023
Insightful quotes from some of our biggest stories of the week, including Pebblebrook's Raymond Martz on obtaining and affording property insurance.... Read More
Deal activity: August 22-29, 2023
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: August 22-29, 2023
By Shawn Turner | August 30, 2023
 Among the noteworthy deals of the past week is Witkoff’s sale of New York City’s Park Lane Hotel to the Qatari Investment Authority.  ... Read More
ALIS DESIGN+ opens registration for inaugural conference, trade fair
News / Owners
ALIS DESIGN+ opens registration for inaugural conference, trade fair
By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 30, 2023
 Northstar Travel Group, The BHN Group and AHLA officially opened registration for a new business-building conference and trade fair for the hospitality investment and design communities.... Read More
Property insurance price surge creates headwinds for owners
News / Owners
Property insurance price surge creates headwinds for owners
By Rob Schneider | August 29, 2023
Here’s what owners have been doing to manage premiums and what they think rates will look like in 2024.... Read More
Latest HITs: Oberoi, Reliance deal; good news about meetings; more resort fee trouble
News / Management
Latest HITs: Oberoi, Reliance deal; good news about meetings; more resort fee trouble
By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 25, 2023
The latest on global development, M&A and key data.... Read More
Latest HITs: MCR leasing Gramercy; London leads European pipeline; WTTC forecast
News
Latest HITs: MCR leasing Gramercy; London leads European pipeline; WTTC forecast
By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 24, 2023
The latest on global development, M&A and industry data.... Read More
Concerned hospitality officials urge visitors to come to Maui
News / Asset Management
Concerned hospitality officials urge visitors to come to Maui
By Christina Jelski | August 24, 2023
Occupancy has dipped to about 57%, creating big challenges for Maui hoteliers.... Read More