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.
How long will the ‘stutter’ last?
News
How long will the ‘stutter’ last?
By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 7, 2025
Panelist and an economist debated the state of hotel trading as well as related macroeconomic conditions on Day 2 of The Lodging Conference.... Read More
Magna sells 4 NYC hotels for nearly $500 million
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Magna sells 4 NYC hotels for nearly $500 million
By Rob Schneider | October 7, 2025
The sale of four hotels to undisclosed “large institutional owners” is the biggest NYC portfolio deal of 2025 so far.... Read More
CBRE lowers 2025 RevPAR growth to 0.1%
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CBRE lowers 2025 RevPAR growth to 0.1%
By Rob Schneider | October 7, 2025
CBRE’s second-half global outlook sees stronger RevPAR growth outside the U.S., including Canada, CALA and the Middle East.... Read More
Optimism for meetings sector hits five-year high
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Optimism for meetings sector hits five-year high
By Rob Schneider | October 7, 2025
The Amex GBT survey indicates that AI is viewed as an essential tool for driving creativity, content creation, and tracking attendee engagement.... Read More
Latest news: Azora acquires Medplaya; $35M sale in Knoxville; first IHG in Iceland
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Azora acquires Medplaya; $35M sale in Knoxville; first IHG in Iceland
By Rob Schneider | October 7, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
When converting a hotel to residential makes sense
News / Owners
When converting a hotel to residential makes sense
By Rob Schneider | October 7, 2025
A partner at Hawkins Way Capital said it takes a special set of circumstances, but the PE firm will continue to employ this strategy.... Read More
Optimism trumps uncertainty at Lodging Conference
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Optimism trumps uncertainty at Lodging Conference
By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 7, 2025
With more than 3,000 in attendance and despite ongoing mixed emotions about what is coming next in the economy, panelists remain bullish.... Read More
Latest news: $1.9B refi for ESA portfolio; Numa expanding in Europe; Waterford, Valor add
News / Financing
Latest news: $1.9B refi for ESA portfolio; Numa expanding in Europe; Waterford, Valor add
By Rob Schneider | October 6, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hilton creates more flexibility with new collection
News / Brands
Hilton creates more flexibility with new collection
By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 6, 2025
Outset Collection is positioned in the upscale and upper midscale space and has 60 hotels under development.... Read More
Hotel executive moves: Highgate, KHP, L+R, Outrigger
News / Owners
Hotel executive moves: Highgate, KHP, L+R, Outrigger
By Rob Schneider | October 3, 2025
Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
Latest news: Service Properties Trust sells 3 assets; LA default; SF sales approved
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Service Properties Trust sells 3 assets; LA default; SF sales approved
By Rob Schneider | October 3, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Deal activity: September 23-29, 2025
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: September 23-29, 2025
By Shawn Turner | October 2, 2025
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was KSL Capital Partners’ acquisition of the Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa in South Carolina.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Brookfield, Hawkins Way, NewcrestImage
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Brookfield, Hawkins Way, NewcrestImage
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | October 2, 2025
Among the noteworthy quotes from this week's stories was NewcrestImage's Mehul Patel talking about the implications of lost government business.... Read More
Latest news: Faraway expands; Peachtree add 6; PHD buys in Alabama
News / Owners
Latest news: Faraway expands; Peachtree add 6; PHD buys in Alabama
By Rob Schneider | October 2, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Barceló partners for European expansion
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Barceló partners for European expansion
By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 2, 2025
German real estate investment firm KanAm Grund Group will leverage its pan-European presence to drive management growth and conversions.... Read More