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.
Why ALIS starts hotel investment year
News
Why ALIS starts hotel investment year
By Rob Schneider | January 23, 2026
This week the investment community gathers in Los Angeles to boast about successes, tout future growth and make deals.... Read More
Latest news: New CEO at Driftwood; junk fee law in NYC; Fairmont to Calgary
News / Asset Management
Latest news: New CEO at Driftwood; junk fee law in NYC; Fairmont to Calgary
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 23, 2026
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Hilton, Starwood, Aimbridge, Noble
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Hilton, Starwood, Aimbridge, Noble
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | January 22, 2026
Among the noteworthy quotes of the week is Noble Investment's Dustin Fisher talking about the value surrounding certainty of closing.... Read More
Deal activity: December 31-January 20, 2026
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: December 31-January 20, 2026
By Shawn Turner | January 22, 2026
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Royalton Hotels & Resorts and Alojica’s acquisition of The Westin Resort & Spa, Cancun in Mexico.... Read More
Wyndham adds 2,000 rooms with Choctaws
News / Brands
Wyndham adds 2,000 rooms with Choctaws
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 22, 2026
Four Choctaw Casino & Resort properties affiliate with Wyndham Grand and Trademark Collection brands.... Read More
Latest news: Canyon, Six Senses to Utah; Loews 3rd in Arlington; AAHOA founder dies
News / Brands
Latest news: Canyon, Six Senses to Utah; Loews 3rd in Arlington; AAHOA founder dies
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 22, 2026
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hilton's Nassetta discusses Minnesota, organic growth
News / Brands
Hilton's Nassetta discusses Minnesota, organic growth
By Christina Jelski | January 22, 2026
During a roundtable, Nassetta spoke about hotels that temporarily closed in St. Paul, defended their decision to cut ties with another hotel and talked 'organic growth.'... Read More
Starwood’s 1 Hotel coming to the Catskills
News / Brands
Starwood’s 1 Hotel coming to the Catskills
By Rob Schneider | January 21, 2026
The 1 Hotel & Homes Hudson Valley will be set on 775 acres and feature a residential element opening in 2026 and a resort opening in 2028.... Read More
Latest news: Closures in Minnesota; Miami development; $47.5M loan in Tennessee
News / Owners
Latest news: Closures in Minnesota; Miami development; $47.5M loan in Tennessee
By Rob Schneider | January 21, 2026
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Record 2025 performance in Canada
News / North America
Record 2025 performance in Canada
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 21, 2026
As more Canadians stayed home due to political tensions with the U.S., the domestic market flourished with 4.2% RevPAR gain.... Read More
UK debt market ‘stable but selective’
News / EMEA
UK debt market ‘stable but selective’
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 21, 2026
Head of HVS Europe’s debt advisory provides insight into the UK debt market, suggesting refinancing to remain the primary driver.... Read More
HEI partners with L+R in Florida
News / Management
HEI partners with L+R in Florida
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 20, 2026
HEI’s partnership with the London-based owner-operator expands to include four hotels in Orlando’s Disney corridor.... Read More
Minor’s 2026 growth focuses on franchising, new brands
News / Brands
Minor’s 2026 growth focuses on franchising, new brands
By Rob Schneider | January 20, 2026
After a record year of signings, the Bangkok-based operator is focused on diversification and asset-light growth.... Read More
Latest news: Bain sells in Greece; ESA portfolio refi; sale in California
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Bain sells in Greece; ESA portfolio refi; sale in California
By Rob Schneider | January 20, 2026
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
A first for US performance since 2020
News / North America
A first for US performance since 2020
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 20, 2026
Occupancy and RevPAR down in 2025; New York and San Francisco shine, while Houston and Vegas struggle.... Read More