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: Tristan's €300M for easyHotel; $195M loan in LA; first Okura Resort in Japan
News / Financing
Latest news: Tristan's €300M for easyHotel; $195M loan in LA; first Okura Resort in Japan
By Rob Schneider | December 8, 2025
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The hotel perspective: OTA’s AI partnerships
News / Asset Management
The hotel perspective: OTA’s AI partnerships
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 8, 2025
Hospitality industry stakeholders weigh in on hotel distribution: Who is likely to win in an AI era? ... Read More
Executive moves: Accor, Hyatt, Stonebridge, Tortuga
News / Owners
Executive moves: Accor, Hyatt, Stonebridge, Tortuga
By Rob Schneider | December 5, 2025
Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
Latest news: World Cup forecast, draws; Barrière rebrands; Curio to London
News / Brands
Latest news: World Cup forecast, draws; Barrière rebrands; Curio to London
December 5, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: KWHP, Waterford, Driftwood, Tortuga
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: KWHP, Waterford, Driftwood, Tortuga
December 4, 2025
Among the noteworthy quotes of the week was Kemmons Wilson Hospitality Partners' Webb Wilson referencing his grandfather when it comes to strategy.... Read More
Deal activity: November 25-December 2, 2025
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: November 25-December 2, 2025
By Shawn Turner | December 4, 2025
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Blackstone’s acquisition of the Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco.... Read More
Latest news: US results mixed; deals in Georgia, Alabama; Marriott debut in Congo
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: US results mixed; deals in Georgia, Alabama; Marriott debut in Congo
By Rob Schneider | December 4, 2025
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Latest news: CDL buys in London; Fortress selling in CALA; Aimbridge adds all-inclusive
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: CDL buys in London; Fortress selling in CALA; Aimbridge adds all-inclusive
By Rob Schneider | December 3, 2025
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Burba named ALIS Lifetime Achievement winner
News / Insights
Burba named ALIS Lifetime Achievement winner
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 3, 2025
The founder of ALIS with a career that goes back to 1978 will be honored for his actions, deeds and great accomplishments.... Read More
‘Curse of Kemmons’ influences KWHP
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
‘Curse of Kemmons’ influences KWHP
By Rob Schneider | December 2, 2025
Kemmons Wilson Hospitality Partners CIO Webb Wilson discusses a deal for Sotherly, an interest in short-term rentals, and the deal environment.... Read More
Latest news: Blackstone sells in Vegas; $1B mixed-use in Florida; Four Seasons back in Berlin
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Blackstone sells in Vegas; $1B mixed-use in Florida; Four Seasons back in Berlin
By Rob Schneider | December 2, 2025
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Shatterproof honors Capuano at ALIS
News
Shatterproof honors Capuano at ALIS
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 2, 2025
Marriott leader recognized for his commitment to reduce addiction stigma, support mental health efforts within the hotel industry.... Read More
LARC now projects US RevPAR decline for 2025
News
LARC now projects US RevPAR decline for 2025
By Rob Schneider | December 1, 2025
While the report projects a RevPAR gain for 2026, it also notes that non-World Cup markets will see much softer performance.... Read More
Waterford, Maverick merge management
News / Management
Waterford, Maverick merge management
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 1, 2025
Strategic partnership creates a 57-hotel portfolio and a cultural fit between two like-minded businesses.... Read More
Latest news: Rosewood selling?; casinos closer in NY; two deals in Asheville
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Rosewood selling?; casinos closer in NY; two deals in Asheville
By Rob Schneider & Jeffrey Weinstein | December 1, 2025
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