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

Hilton shows strong RevPAR, NUG growth in Q4

By Rob Schneider | February 6, 2025

CEO Chris Nassetta said the RevPAR growth was driven by strong trends in leisure occupancy and continued gains in business transient and group.... Read More

News / Owners

Latest news: Super Bowl rooms sparse; Dreamscape adds 3; Nikki Beach founder dies

By Rob Schneider | February 5, 2025

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

News / Owners

5 minutes with Peachtree’s Brian Waldman

By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 5, 2025

Catching up in the lobby during ALIS, the chief investment officer of Peachtree Group talks about real development, managing the challenges of the day and 2025 M&A.... Read More

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ALIS video interview: Paul Sacco, PM Hotel Group

By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 5, 2025

The chief development officer talked about his personal goals, the integration of Sightline Hospitality, and challenges surrounding growth and driving revenue.... Read More

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Inside the drivers behind LA’s golden sports moment

By Rob Schneider | February 5, 2025

At an ALIS DESIGN+, leaders for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 2028 Summer Olympics and Paralympic Games discuss the impact and legacy that both events will have on LA’s hospitality industry and the region.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Latest news: Mesa hotels sells; Waldorf condos selling; extended-stay gains

By Rob Schneider | February 4, 2025

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

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IREFAC at ALIS: Talking M&A, REIT consolidation, big picture

By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 4, 2025

Deal activity expected to be robust but perhaps discreet, while REIT consolidation might be a non-event, according to investment leaders. ... Read More

News / Contributed Perspectives

From Econolodge to lifestyle visionaries

By Yvette Jong | February 4, 2025

The untold story of the continuing rise of next-gen Indian American hotel owners. ... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Latest news: Notable Hyatt Regencys for sale; Hyatt extends talks with Playa

By Rob Schneider | February 3, 2025

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

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ALIS video interview: Jimmy Merkel, Rockbridge

February 3, 2025

The co-founder and CEO of the owner-operator celebrating its 25th year talks about the macros, growth, new hires and opportunities in the near term.... Read More

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How tech can help hotels grow by cutting costs

By Rob Schneider | February 3, 2025

At an ALIS panel, hotel executives discuss how technology can affect ROI, the growth of private credit in the capital stack and how regulatory cutbacks can help.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Latest news: OHS sells in Florida; HQ adds in Brazil; volunteering at ALIS

By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 31, 2025

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

News / Owners

Hotel executive moves: Coury, Hilton, Rockbridge, Sage

By Rob Schneider | January 31, 2025

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

News / Management

Aimbridge’s mea culpa

By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 31, 2025

CEO Craig Smith said owners are more welcoming after the management giant admitted their mistakes and created balanced scorecards to address them. ... Read More

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ALIS video interview: Mark Laport, Concord Hospitality

By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 31, 2025

The long-time leader of the owner-operator based in Raleigh, North Carolina, talked about the challenges of the previous year and where they are looking for growth in 2025.... Read More

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