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: Fortress eyes UK chains; Davidson adds execs; Crescent adds in Arizona
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Fortress eyes UK chains; Davidson adds execs; Crescent adds in Arizona
By Rob Schneider | July 25, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Luxury helps accelerate growth in hot Nashville
News / Owners
Luxury helps accelerate growth in hot Nashville
By Dennis Nessler | July 25, 2025
While supply growth has caused near-term pricing power erosion, most developers remain bullish about the long term.... Read More
Asia lifestyle hotels grow at record level
News / Asia Pacific
Asia lifestyle hotels grow at record level
By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 25, 2025
Lifestyle hotels set to grow by a further 34% by 2027, says JLL, reshaping hospitality in Asia Pacific. ... Read More
‘Green shoots’ for Wyndham in the Midwest
News / C Corps
‘Green shoots’ for Wyndham in the Midwest
By Rob Schneider | July 24, 2025
Despite global RevPAR being down 3% in Q2, CEO Geoff Ballotti sees signs that better performance is already on the way.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Hilton, Wyndham, CapStar, Athens Group
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Hilton, Wyndham, CapStar, Athens Group
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | July 24, 2025
Among the noteworthy quotes from stories this week is Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta talking about a focus on building new brands.... Read More
Latest news: US pipeline update; Aspen sues Pyramid; Mama Shelter to Bangkok
News / Brands
Latest news: US pipeline update; Aspen sues Pyramid; Mama Shelter to Bangkok
By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 24, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Deal activity: July 16-21, 2025
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: July 16-21, 2025
By Shawn Turner | July 24, 2025
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Pursuit Attractions and Hospitality Inc.’s acquisition of the Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa in Costa Rica for $111 million.... Read More
Wyndham sees RevPAR declines in Q2
News / C Corps
Wyndham sees RevPAR declines in Q2
By Rob Schneider | July 23, 2025
While systemwide rooms grew and the company has a record pipeline, RevPAR declines 3% globally and 4% in the US.... Read More
Why Hilton is confident about NUG growth
News / C Corps
Why Hilton is confident about NUG growth
By Rob Schneider | July 23, 2025
Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta said the growth should come organically, adding that the company wants to add more brands this year.... Read More
DiamondRock’s $1.5B refi will pay off 2025 maturities
News / Owners
DiamondRock’s $1.5B refi will pay off 2025 maturities
By Rob Schneider | July 23, 2025
The REIT has extended its credit facility by $300 million and will utilize the proceeds to repay three loans that are set to mature in 2025.... Read More
Latest news: Accor debuts in Vegas; $5.5B NYC casino plan; sales in Florida, Illinois
News / Owners
Latest news: Accor debuts in Vegas; $5.5B NYC casino plan; sales in Florida, Illinois
By Rob Schneider | July 23, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hilton reports RevPAR decline, but NUG still strong
News / C Corps
Hilton reports RevPAR decline, but NUG still strong
By Rob Schneider | July 23, 2025
CEO Chris Nassetta noted performance challenges in the second quarter but said net unit growth should be 6-7% “for the next several years.”... Read More
Constrained pipeline could present strategic openings for developers
News
Constrained pipeline could present strategic openings for developers
By Rob Schneider | July 22, 2025
HVS’s new survey says while the development costs are still high, there is evidence that construction prices are stabilizing.... Read More
Latest news: Price fixing suit dismissed; Ready adds Ritz in Portland; historic reno in Cali
By Rob Schneider | July 22, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Opportunity Zones give incentives for patience
News / Financing
Opportunity Zones give incentives for patience
By Rob Schneider | July 21, 2025
Investors and developers say OZs are an essential tool for new development in an inflationary environment. Now they are permanent.... Read More