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

European developers harness green subsidies

By Tamara Thiessen | January 27, 2025

To meet tougher environmental rules in Europe, developers tap green loans and subsidies offered by the EU.... Read More

News / Owners

Hotel executive moves: Hyatt, Minor, edyn, Kempinski

By Rob Schneider | January 24, 2025

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

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ALIS set to open in Los Angeles

By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 24, 2025

The 24th edition of The BHN Group’s investment conference includes 180-plus speakers at the main event and runs with three components throughout the week. ... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: Sternlicht brings back Starwood; MOHG to Puerto Rico; Thompson Denver trades

January 24, 2025

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

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

US transaction volume in 4Q24 up 20% YOY: LWHA

By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 24, 2025

Comparing 2024 with 2023, the number of trades increased over 4% while total dollar volume grew roughly 12%, average deal size rose close to 7% and sale price per room remained flat. ... Read More

News / Transactions Lists

Deal activity: January 14-20, 2025

By Shawn Turner | January 23, 2025

Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Four First Nations and InnVest Hotels acquiring a majority stake of the Hilton Quebec in Canada.... Read More

News / Owners

Dallas, Atlanta lead US pipeline

By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 23, 2025

Unprecedented future growth in the U.S. with the South and Southwest leading the way, according to Lodging Econometrics. ... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Latest news: VP Hospitality buys in Atlanta; Choice, Westgate align; LOGE, Schulte partner

By Rob Schneider | January 23, 2025

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

News / Asset Management

US has lowest growth rate since 2020; Canada shines

By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 23, 2025

The past year in the U.S. saw records for ADR and RevPAR, but growth was muted, according to CoStar. Meanwhile, Canada has a record year.... Read More

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Global tourism recovers to pre-pandemic levels

By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 22, 2025

New UN data estimates 1.4 billion international travelers with 3% to 5% growth projected for 2025.... Read More

News / Insights

Quotes of the Week: TriO Capital, Hyatt, BWH Hotels, Kasa

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | January 22, 2025

Among the noteworthy quotes from this week's stories is Hong Kong-based TriO Capital's Managing Director Tim Aple talking about development transparency challenges in Southeast Asia.... Read More

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7% growth in US pipeline

By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 22, 2025

The most dramatic growth appears in the early planning stage with projects up 15% and room counts increasing by 19% year-over-year, according to Lodging Econometrics. ... Read More