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.
Marriott files motion over Sonder 'attempted leverage'
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Marriott files motion over Sonder 'attempted leverage'
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 17, 2025
Motion alleges Sonder tried to leverage guest safety to get wind-down financing; attempted stalking horse deal failed, as well. ... Read More
Latest news: Tallest hotel debuts; Laxmi adds in Philly; Agentic booking from Google
News / Owners
Latest news: Tallest hotel debuts; Laxmi adds in Philly; Agentic booking from Google
By Rob Schneider | November 17, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data, people and more.... Read More
Amar Lalvani talks lifestyle truths
News / On the Money
Amar Lalvani talks lifestyle truths
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 17, 2025
The president and creative director for Hyatt lifestyle brands talks about how to differentiate and even admits what it took to save the Standard brand.... Read More
Latest news: PPHE considers options; PwC UK forecast; PM adds in Cali
News / Brands
Latest news: PPHE considers options; PwC UK forecast; PM adds in Cali
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 14, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data, people and more.... Read More
Hotel executive moves: Hotel Equities, Marriott Vacations, Peachtree, Peregrine
News / Owners
Hotel executive moves: Hotel Equities, Marriott Vacations, Peachtree, Peregrine
By Rob Schneider | November 14, 2025
 Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
Sandals chair updates on Jamaica recovery
News / Asset Management
Sandals chair updates on Jamaica recovery
By Rob Schneider | November 13, 2025
Sandals’ Adam Stewart gave a series of virtual town halls this week and delivered an update on Jamaica’s recovery following Hurricane Melissa.... Read More
Breaking: CEO change at Virgin Hotels
News / Brands
Breaking: CEO change at Virgin Hotels
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 13, 2025
Bermingham out after nearly five years; board member Margison moves into interim role.  ... Read More
Deal activity: November 4-11, 2025
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: November 4-11, 2025
By Shawn Turner | November 13, 2025
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Vici Properties’ acquisition of seven casino properties from Golden Entertainment.... Read More
Latest news: Blackstone buys in SF; $686M construction loan in Vegas; good week in US
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Blackstone buys in SF; $686M construction loan in Vegas; good week in US
By Rob Schneider & Jeffrey Weinstein | November 13, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: STR, Hyatt, Marriott, Chimera
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: STR, Hyatt, Marriott, Chimera
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | November 13, 2025
Among the noteworthy quotes from stories this week is STR's Amanda Hite talking about why forecasts were lowered again for 2025-2026.... Read More
Survey points to softer holiday travel season
News
Survey points to softer holiday travel season
By Rob Schneider | November 13, 2025
While Deloitte’s survey indicates that holiday travel intent is at its highest in recent years, more high-income Americans plan to make cuts this year.... Read More
City of Memphis buys largest hotel for $22M
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
City of Memphis buys largest hotel for $22M
By Rob Schneider | November 12, 2025
The 590-key hotel is directly connected to Memphis’ Renasant Convention Center, which recently had $200 million in renovations. The city refers to it as an “essential asset.”... Read More
Latest news: Hilton to double Signia; Peachtree buys lender; Aman's Janu to UAE
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Hilton to double Signia; Peachtree buys lender; Aman's Janu to UAE
By Rob Schneider | November 12, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Jamaica faces uneven recovery after hurricane
News / Caribbean
Jamaica faces uneven recovery after hurricane
By Christina Jelski | November 12, 2025
Jamaica faces uneven recovery after hurricane false Some resorts already are welcoming back guests, while others in harder-hit regions face lengthy reopening timelines. Brought to you by 0 0 Christina Jelski 74 News INTERNATIONAL REPORT – Jama... Read More
Further cuts in 2025, 2026 US forecasts
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Further cuts in 2025, 2026 US forecasts
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 12, 2025
Job market softening, policy uncertainty and tariff costs remain near-term drags, while 2026 is expected “firm up moderately.”... Read More
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