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 / Brands

Ascott’s Citadines brand surpasses 200 properties

By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 25, 2025

Upper-midscale brand strengthens position in the resilient upper-midscale segment through rapid conversions, franchising and geographical diversification. ... Read More

News

Falling occupancy could mean ADR declines late in '25

By Rob Schneider | September 24, 2025

CBRE’s latest “U.S. Hotels State of the Union” report suggests a lack of positive momentum could mean even more softening.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Latest news: Connecticut sale; adaptive reuse in San Antonio, RIU debuts in Canada

By Rob Schneider | September 24, 2025

Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More

News / Management

How Charlestowne holds revenue line for owners

By Rob Schneider | September 24, 2025

CEO Kyle Hughey said Charlestowne’s portfolio of mostly independent lifestyle hotels focuses on experiential and specializes in F&B.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Latest news: Assurance buys 3 in Colorado; Manhattan casino rejected; ESA sells 3 in Philly

By Rob Schneider | September 23, 2025

Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More

News / Franchising

IHG brings Ruby brand to US

By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 23, 2025

Franchise model with 34 hotels in Europe wants to reach 120 properties globally during the next decade. ... Read More

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Costa Rica performance looks familiar

By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 22, 2025

Higher-end hotels and resort areas have done well, while other areas have remained flat, STR reports.... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: Nimes refi in Burbank; H World growth; IHG adds in Egypt

By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 22, 2025

Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More

Why USDA program can be attractive option

By Rob Schneider | September 22, 2025

The USDA Business & Industry loan program offers up to $25 million in lending for smaller markets that meet the qualification criteria.... Read More

News / Owners

Hotel executive moves: Atrium, First Hospitality, RLJ, Schulte

By Rob Schneider | September 19, 2025

Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: InterCon in NYC selling?; Sage JV rebrands in Florida; Tokyo icon returning

By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 19, 2025

Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More

News

Mixed outlook for US business travel: Deloitte

By Elizabeth West | September 19, 2025

More than two-thirds of U.S.-based companies predicted their 2026 travel spend will outpace 2025 and with a slightly stronger increase of 23% on average. ... Read More