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 / Insights

Quotes of the Week: Tourism Economics, Trinity, Mohari

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | November 21, 2024

Among the noteworthy quotes from stories this week is Aran Ryan of Tourism Economics on the potential impact of the incoming Trump administration on hotel performance.... Read More

News / Brands

IHCL plans to double portfolio revenue by 2030

By Rob Schneider | November 20, 2024

The Indian Hotels Co. Ltd’s “Accelerate 2030” plan includes a portfolio of 700 hotels, new brands and an asset-light approach to growth.... Read More

News / Insights

Northstar Travel Group partners with Shatterproof

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 20, 2024

Education and engagement programs will help provide life-saving resources to an industry impacted by substance use disorder at two times the rate of other industries. ... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: New Hyatt in Deer Valley; Woodvale acquires in Georgia; St. Regis F&B play

By Rob Schneider | November 20, 2024

The latest on global M&A, development, data and more.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

CapitaLand acquiring SC Capital Partners in stages

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 20, 2024

Initial 40% stake for $214 million will include another $400 million strategic capital stake. Deal give CapitaLand greater exposure to Japanese hotel market. ... Read More

News / Brands

Hilton's big introduction of Spark brand to India

By Rob Schneider | November 19, 2024

Hilton’s strategic licensing agreement with Olive by Embassy is part of a plan to open 150 hotels in India and rapidly accelerate the company’s growth in South Asia.... Read More

News / REITs

Latest news: REIT for Minor?; Prospect Ridge buys in NYC; new Dolly Parton hotel

By Rob Schneider | November 19, 2024

The latest on global M&A, development, data and more.... Read More

News / Asset Management

Mixed results for wellness hotels

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 19, 2024

RLA Global reports that through the first half of 2024, hotels with minor wellness facilities outperformed in revenue and profit.... Read More

News

STR, TE lower US growth forecast

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 19, 2024

Downgrades for the rest of 2024 with 2025 “somewhat in flux” with concerns about higher cost of living. ... Read More

News / EMEA

Nearly half of Europe’s pipeline under construction

By Rob Schneider | November 19, 2024

According to Lodging Econometrics, through the third quarter, 45% of the projects and 47% of rooms in the total pipeline are in the under-construction stage.... Read More