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 / Owners

Latest news: Boutique for Houston; Garnet buys in New Orleans; Hilton adds 3 in Athens

By Rob Schneider | February 21, 2025

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

News / Insights

Quotes of the Week: IHG, Choice Hotels, VICI, Hilton

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | February 21, 2025

Among the noteworthy quotes from stories this week was IHG's Elie Maalouf talking about their acquisition of Ruby hotels and the attractiveness of the urban micro space.... Read More

News / On the Money

Greg Kennealey on starting a new owner-operator platform

By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 21, 2025

Kennealey is in charge of the new business that combines the assets of KSL Resorts and Mission Hill Hospitality. How will he drive the business forward and where might he lean-in hardest?... Read More

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23 bps occupancy, 1.6% ADR growth forecast in US

By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 21, 2025

New 2025 CBRE forecast suggests 2.4% GDP growth, 2.5% inflation will lead to 2.0% RevPAR growth.... Read More

News / C Corps

Choice’s growth focused on ‘revenue-intense’ US brands

By Rob Schneider | February 20, 2025

During Choice Hotels fourth-quarter earnings call, CEO Pat Pacious discussed the benefits of the larger-scale brands in its pipeline and the company’s ability to rapidly add conversion hotels into its system.... Read More

News / Transactions Lists

Deal activity: February 11-18, 2025

By Shawn Turner | February 20, 2025

Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Schroders Capital’s acquisition from Invesco Real Estate of the NH Collection Milano CityLife in Milan, Italy.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Latest news: CapMan buys in Nordics; DiamondRock sells in DC; Limestone buys Nobu London

By Rob Schneider | February 20, 2025

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

News / C Corps

Accor reiterates 3% to 5% unit growth in 2025

By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 20, 2025

Full-year and 4Q24 earnings mostly in line with expectations as the Paris-based giant confirmed medium-term outlook. ... Read More

News / C Corps

Choice hits upper end of guidance with 2024 numbers

By Rob Schneider | February 20, 2025

Choice Hotels International reported systemwide net room growth of 3.3% and a net income increase of 16% for 2024 as part of its fourth quarter and full-year 2024 earnings.... Read More

News / Brands

Hilton signs big deal for Hampton in India

By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 20, 2025

License agreement for 75 hotels with Nile Hospitality further extends Hilton’s reach in the mid-market. ... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: Hyatt adds in Cincy; Design Hotels to China; global pipeline surging

By Rob Schneider | February 19, 2025

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

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Sustainable design celebrated at ALIS DESIGN+

February 19, 2025

Award program highlights design that prioritized energy efficiency, waste reduction, healthier materials, and contributions to local communities.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Centurion acquires Mandarin Oriental residence in Beverly Hills

By Rob Schneider | February 19, 2025

The 54-unit project was completed in May but was put up for bulk sale after its developer, Shvo, defaulted on more than $200 million in loans last September.... Read More

News / Asia Pacific

Increased investor intent in Asia Pacific

By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 19, 2025

News CBRE research shows improved performance is buoying appetite for investment with approximately 45% looking to increase their purchasing volume in 2025 by more than 10%. ... Read More

News / EMEA

New projects, conversions surging in Europe

By Rob Schneider | February 18, 2025

New project announcements reached a yearly high in the fourth quarter, while conversions also increased by 26%, according to Lodging Econometrics.... Read More

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