Upper Upscale

Read the latest trends and developments in the upper upscale hotel segment through Hotel Investment Today's dedicated section. Our detailed coverage includes market forecasts, development, financing news, strategic growth opportunities, and more that impact this hotel segment.

News / Owners

Hottest developments in China

By Rob Schneider | December 1, 2023

New development data on China from Lodging Econometrics shows Chengdu has the most new construction projects.... Read More

News

Attend this webinar to save money on taxes

November 30, 2023

Experts at O’Connor & Associates explain how to significantly improve your bottom line by reducing your property taxes.... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: Marriott expands all-inclusive; c-suite moves at Accor; extended-stay data

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 30, 2023

Breaking news about development, M&A, people and data.... Read More

Opinion / Contributed Perspectives

Six ways to increase ROI through intentional design

By Tim Peck, International Society of Hospitality Consultants | November 30, 2023

Here are six suggestions on how the hospitality development community can increase return on investment through intentional design.... Read More

News / Insights

Quotes of the Week: Noble Investment, Peninsula Hotels, Minor Hotels

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | November 30, 2023

Some noteworthy quotes from the past week, including Noble Investment Group's Mit Shah talking about the challenges third-party managers are having with capex funding. ... Read More

News

Climate-related financial disclosures

By Adam Greenfader | November 30, 2023

If we start with the ‘bottom-up’ now, we will be ready for the ‘top-down.’... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: Hyatt Studios update; JLL Asia Pac deal data; first MOD opens

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 29, 2023

Breaking news about M&A, development, data and more.... Read More

News / Transactions Lists

Deal activity: November 22-27, 2023

By Shawn Turner | November 29, 2023

Among the noteworthy deals of the past week is Harrison Jacksonville’s $36.8 million acquisition of the Four Points by Sheraton Jacksonville Beachfront.... Read More

News / Management

Noble’s Shah offers insights on Aimbridge, third-party challenges

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 28, 2023

As third-party managers jockey for positioning, what are the opportunities and potential pitfalls? Noble Investment’s Mit Shah offers an insider’s perspective.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquistions

Choice prepares to buy Wyndham stock, take board seats: Reuters

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 27, 2023

Choice Hotels hostile takeover attempt could become more intense if Wyndham does not return to the bargaining table, according to sources.... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: Accor's Tribe to China; PPHE deal in London; Hilton grows India team

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 27, 2023

Breaking news about development, M&A, data, execs and more.... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: Four Seasons grows in Istanbul; Canada performance; Accor adds in Romania

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 22, 2023

Breaking news about M&A, development, data and more.... Read More

News / Owners

Why Paris deal is key to expansion for Minor Hotels

By Rob Schneider | November 22, 2023

CEO Dillip Rajakarier said the deal is a “strong statement” for the Bangkok hotelier and will signal more expansion worldwide, including the U.S.... Read More