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.
Hoteliers adjust to US government slowdown
News / Asset Management
Hoteliers adjust to US government slowdown
By Stefani C. O'Connor | September 26, 2025
With a possible shutdown next week, hoteliers already suffering from government-demand attrition talk about the impact and their responses. ... Read More
Latest news: Extendam buys in Portugal; shutdown impact; Grupo Hotusa adds 9 in Spain
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Extendam buys in Portugal; shutdown impact; Grupo Hotusa adds 9 in Spain
By Rob Schneider | September 26, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Latest news: Aimbridge adds all-inclusives; NYC casino update; largest Hampton in Europe
News / Owners
Latest news: Aimbridge adds all-inclusives; NYC casino update; largest Hampton in Europe
By Rob Schneider | September 26, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
KSL acquires Westin Hilton Head Resort
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
KSL acquires Westin Hilton Head Resort
By Rob Schneider | September 25, 2025
A KSL executive called the 420-room South Carolina resort “one of the grand dames of the region.” It’s had $47 million in renovations since 2012.... Read More
Deal activity: September 16-23, 2025
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: September 16-23, 2025
By Shawn Turner | September 25, 2025
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was the Aloft Nashville West End selling to Somera Capital Management.... Read More
Quotes of the Week: Castle Peak, Revolution, IHG, LROH
News / Insights
Quotes of the Week: Castle Peak, Revolution, IHG, LROH
By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | September 25, 2025
Among the noteworthy quotes from stories this week was Castle Peak Holdings David Better talking about noticeable changes in U.S. inbound and outbound travel.... Read More
Sunstone refi enhances financial flexibility
News / REITs
Sunstone refi enhances financial flexibility
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 25, 2025
REIT consolidates loans and creates near-term stability by pushing further refinancing needs until 2028.... Read More
Ascott’s Citadines brand surpasses 200 properties
News / Brands
Ascott’s Citadines brand surpasses 200 properties
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 25, 2025
Upper-midscale brand strengthens position in the resilient upper-midscale segment through rapid conversions, franchising and geographical diversification. ... Read More
Falling occupancy could mean ADR declines late in '25
News
Falling occupancy could mean ADR declines late in '25
By Rob Schneider | September 24, 2025
CBRE’s latest “U.S. Hotels State of the Union” report suggests a lack of positive momentum could mean even more softening.... Read More
Latest news: Connecticut sale; adaptive reuse in San Antonio, RIU debuts in Canada
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Connecticut sale; adaptive reuse in San Antonio, RIU debuts in Canada
By Rob Schneider | September 24, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
LRO Hospitality secures prime Brussels asset
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
LRO Hospitality secures prime Brussels asset
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 24, 2025
Archer Hotel Capital completes exit after delivering strong performance uplift through renovation and repositioning.... Read More
How Charlestowne holds revenue line for owners
News / Management
How Charlestowne holds revenue line for owners
By Rob Schneider | September 24, 2025
CEO Kyle Hughey said Charlestowne’s portfolio of mostly independent lifestyle hotels focuses on experiential and specializes in F&B.... Read More
Latest news: Assurance buys 3 in Colorado; Manhattan casino rejected; ESA sells 3 in Philly
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Assurance buys 3 in Colorado; Manhattan casino rejected; ESA sells 3 in Philly
By Rob Schneider | September 23, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Castle Peak exec optimistic about M&A, robust consumer
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Castle Peak exec optimistic about M&A, robust consumer
By Rob Schneider | September 23, 2025
David Better of Castle Peak Holdings thinks the transaction market is getting more liquid and discusses target customers.... Read More
Bain takes stake in struggling French group
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Bain takes stake in struggling French group
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 22, 2025
Les Hôtels de Paris now has the capital and plan in place to settle its liabilities and finance development.  ... Read More