Upper Upscale

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News / Insights

Quotes of the Week: Conley, Castle Peak, HEI, Hyatt

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | June 18, 2025

Among the noteworthy quotes from stories this week is hotelier Chip Conley waxing about the pending closing of his original Phoenix Hotel in San Francisco.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Hyatt completes Playa acquisition; no word on asset sales

By Rob Schneider | June 17, 2025

The acquisition expands Hyatt’s reach in all-inclusive. There is no word yet on any asset sales that are expected to happen after the deal.... Read More

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How LA is preparing for its moments on the world stage

June 17, 2025

With events like the World Cup and Olympics coming, hospitality and tourism experts discuss how LA will tackle opportunities and challenges in a webinar on June 23.... Read More

News / Insights

CapStar’s McCaslin talks M&A environment

By Jeffrey Weinstein | June 17, 2025

Experienced dealmaker who has partnered with Paul Whetsell to represent and advise owners and operators talks all things deals during NYU. ... Read More

News / Owners

Latest news: Houston hotel expands; 100th Days Inn in China; Paradox debuts in Australia

By Rob Schneider | June 17, 2025

Breaking news on deals, development, data and more.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Six Playa properties convert to Hyatt

By Rob Schneider | June 16, 2025

In a prelude to Hyatt’s completed $2.6 billion acquisition of Playa Hotels & Resorts later this week, six of Playa’s properties are already listing under a Hyatt flag.... Read More

News / Management

NYU notebook: Coury Hospitality, HEI Hotels & Resorts, Accor

By Jeffrey Weinstein | June 16, 2025

Development leaders talk about conversions, growth markets and trimming the fat.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Latest news: Will NYC’s Pierre sell?; refis in NYC, Hawaii; Autograph debuts in South Asia

By Rob Schneider | June 16, 2025

Breaking news on deals, development, data and more.... Read More

News / North America

Trump whiplash on ICE raids at hotels

By Jeffrey Weinstein | June 16, 2025

Days after offering a reprieve, the administration has changed its tone and said raids – including on hotels, restaurants and farms – would continue.... Read More

News / Owners

Hotel executive moves: Hilton, Meyer Jabara, Peregrine, Remington

By Rob Schneider | June 16, 2025

Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: Millennium NYC rebrand; Marriott converts in Puerto Rico; Capella’s Europe debut

By Rob Schneider | June 13, 2025

Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More

News / Brands

Hilton names new CDO

By Jeffrey Weinstein | June 13, 2025

Jacobs stepping back from his development role as Hilton alumnus returns, reporting to CEO Nassetta. ... Read More

News / Owners

Castle Peak co-CEO talks everything Trailborn

By Jeffrey Weinstein | June 13, 2025

Co-Founders Weinberg and Weiss expect to close one more deal before the end of the year and add five to 10 assets in the next 24 to 36 months.... Read More

News / Insights

Quotes of the Week: Blue Flag Capital, Reade Hotel Capital, Hyatt

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | June 12, 2025

Among the noteworthy quotes from stories this week was Blue Flag Capital's Jason Brown talking about where they are investing in luxury assets.... Read More

News / Transactions Lists

Deal activity: June 3-10, 2025

By Shawn Turner | June 12, 2025

Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Certares’ acquisition of Hilton New Orleans St. Charles from Sunstone Hotel Investors for $47 million.... Read More

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