Upper Upscale

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Latest news: Deitemeyer to Rockbridge; Hyatt’s Destination adds Mississippi; HQ coming to South America
News / Brands
Latest news: Deitemeyer to Rockbridge; Hyatt’s Destination adds Mississippi; HQ coming to South America
By Rob Schneider | January 28, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
As ALIS Week begins, brand companies show swagger
News
As ALIS Week begins, brand companies show swagger
By Rob Schneider | January 28, 2025
As the investment community gathers in Los Angeles, brand companies tout their 2024 successes and what’s in the pipeline for 2025.... Read More
Latest news: Stambules promoted; great month for extended-stay; record Canada pipeline
News / Owners
Latest news: Stambules promoted; great month for extended-stay; record Canada pipeline
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 27, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
European developers harness green subsidies
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European developers harness green subsidies
By Tamara Thiessen | January 27, 2025
To meet tougher environmental rules in Europe, developers tap green loans and subsidies offered by the EU.... Read More
Hotel executive moves: Hyatt, Minor, edyn, Kempinski
News / Owners
Hotel executive moves: Hyatt, Minor, edyn, Kempinski
By Rob Schneider | January 24, 2025
Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
ALIS set to open in Los Angeles
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ALIS set to open in Los Angeles
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 24, 2025
The 24th edition of The BHN Group’s investment conference includes 180-plus speakers at the main event and runs with three components throughout the week. ... Read More
The 'greater fool' challenge behind Trinity's investments
News / Owners
The 'greater fool' challenge behind Trinity's investments
By Rob Schneider | January 24, 2025
CEO Sean Hehir discusses some of Trinity’s recent deals, his feelings on the broader investment market, rescue capital and why larger portfolio deals could be in the future.... Read More
Latest news: Sternlicht brings back Starwood; MOHG to Puerto Rico; Thompson Denver trades
News / Brands
Latest news: Sternlicht brings back Starwood; MOHG to Puerto Rico; Thompson Denver trades
January 24, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
US transaction volume in 4Q24 up 20% YOY: LWHA
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
US transaction volume in 4Q24 up 20% YOY: LWHA
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 24, 2025
Comparing 2024 with 2023, the number of trades increased over 4% while total dollar volume grew roughly 12%, average deal size rose close to 7% and sale price per room remained flat. ... Read More
Deal activity: January 14-20, 2025
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: January 14-20, 2025
By Shawn Turner | January 23, 2025
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Four First Nations and InnVest Hotels acquiring a majority stake of the Hilton Quebec in Canada.... Read More
Dallas, Atlanta lead US pipeline
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Dallas, Atlanta lead US pipeline
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 23, 2025
Unprecedented future growth in the U.S. with the South and Southwest leading the way, according to Lodging Econometrics. ... Read More
Latest news: VP Hospitality buys in Atlanta; Choice, Westgate align; LOGE, Schulte partner
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: VP Hospitality buys in Atlanta; Choice, Westgate align; LOGE, Schulte partner
By Rob Schneider | January 23, 2025
Breaking news about development, deals, data and more.... Read More
US has lowest growth rate since 2020; Canada shines
News / Asset Management
US has lowest growth rate since 2020; Canada shines
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 23, 2025
The past year in the U.S. saw records for ADR and RevPAR, but growth was muted, according to CoStar. Meanwhile, Canada has a record year.... Read More
Patience pays off for LionGrove’s first US asset
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Patience pays off for LionGrove’s first US asset
By Rob Schneider | January 23, 2025
Puerto Rico-based LionGrove has been searching for the right deal for its first U.S. acquisition. CEO Andro Nodarse-León explains why the Adero Scottsdale Resort in Arizona was the perfect fit.... Read More
Global tourism recovers to pre-pandemic levels
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Global tourism recovers to pre-pandemic levels
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 22, 2025
New UN data estimates 1.4 billion international travelers with 3% to 5% growth projected for 2025.... Read More