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

Latest news: Standard's new brand; IHG adds in Malaysia; EMEA pipelines

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | November 21, 2023

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

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STR, TE upgrade 2023 U.S. forecast

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 20, 2023

One last time before the year end, unnerved travelers continue to drive ADR and RevPAR.... Read More

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5 key takeaways from the Phocuswright conference

By Phocuswire | November 20, 2023

Get caught up on the discussions that ranged from AI to better engaging with Gen Z at the recently completed event in Florida. ... Read More

News / Owners

Ennismore, Starwood alumni find new edge

By Robert Cole | November 20, 2023

Heavyweight partnership acquires Dean Hotels with ambitions to strike over the next 18 months to become a formidable global owner-operator.... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: KWC buys Montage Kapalua; big Wow in UAE; Thompson to Spain

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 17, 2023

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

News / Owners

In LA, a ‘crazy’ F&B concept designed for locals

By Rob Schneider | November 16, 2023

Level 8 takes up an entire floor of a dual-branded Moxy/AC hotel. We look at how the deal came together and what can make it pencil profitable.... Read More

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2024 RevPAR growth recovery in US: CBRE

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 16, 2023

Driven by a continued rebound in international inbound traffic, expect RevPAR to perform14% better than 2019, CBRE predicts.... Read More

News / Insights

Quotes of the Week: Gaw Capital, Aimbridge Hospitality, TMGOC Ventures

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | November 16, 2023

Some noteworthy quotes from the past week, including Gaw Capital Partners' Goodwin Gaw urging IHG to take its Regent luxury brand to new heights following the grand reopening of The Regent Hong Kong.... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: Big refi in NYC; IHG adds Army hotel; Pebblebrook closes in SF

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 15, 2023

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

News / Owners

Hottest developments in Asia Pacific

By Rob Schneider | November 15, 2023

The most recent data from Lodging Econometrics of the top development markets in Asia Pacific (excluding China) shows Bangkok has the most new construction projects. ... Read More

News / Insights

Capture Gen Z travelers’ interest on social media

By Morgan Hines | November 15, 2023

A discussion about what role “community” plays in social usage and travel, and what hospitality companies can do to insert themselves into the conversation.... Read More

News / Transactions Lists

Deal activity: November 6-14, 2023

By Shawn Turner | November 15, 2023

Among the noteworthy deals of the past week is General de Galerías’ acquisition of the 163-room Hotel NH Marbella, Spain, for a reported €20 million. ... Read More

News / North America

Mexico was a pandemic-era favorite, but signs point to softened demand

By Nicole Edenedo | November 14, 2023

Mexico might be “fatigued” but advisors and operators believe the sun and fun destination will be back in favor in 2024. ... Read More

News / Brands

Why branded residential is growing (with or without a hotel)

By Rob Schneider | November 14, 2023

Branded residential is rapidly expanding with standalone properties, expansion into brands below luxury and even through third parties. What used to be a North American story is now global. ... Read More

News / Management

What next for Aimbridge as it makes big c-suite changes?

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 14, 2023

Aimbridge brings in former Choice CEO Steve Joyce to drive performance as search begins for a new CEO. ... Read More

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