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.

News / Brands

Hilton's big introduction of Spark brand to India

By Rob Schneider | November 19, 2024

Hilton’s strategic licensing agreement with Olive by Embassy is part of a plan to open 150 hotels in India and rapidly accelerate the company’s growth in South Asia.... Read More

News / REITs

Latest news: REIT for Minor?; Prospect Ridge buys in NYC; new Dolly Parton hotel

By Rob Schneider | November 19, 2024

The latest on global M&A, development, data and more.... Read More

News / Asset Management

Mixed results for wellness hotels

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 19, 2024

RLA Global reports that through the first half of 2024, hotels with minor wellness facilities outperformed in revenue and profit.... Read More

News

STR, TE lower US growth forecast

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 19, 2024

Downgrades for the rest of 2024 with 2025 “somewhat in flux” with concerns about higher cost of living. ... Read More

News / EMEA

Nearly half of Europe’s pipeline under construction

By Rob Schneider | November 19, 2024

According to Lodging Econometrics, through the third quarter, 45% of the projects and 47% of rooms in the total pipeline are in the under-construction stage.... Read More

News / Owners

Latest news: Peachtree adds in Texas; Marriott layoffs; first voco in Atlanta

By Rob Schneider | November 18, 2024

The latest on global M&A, development, data and more.... Read More

News / Contributed Perspectives

5 things to know before getting construction loan

By Ryan Bosch | November 18, 2024

Know what to look for when applying for costly construction loans to save money and avoid long-term headaches.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Trinity, partners acquire Standard in London

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 18, 2024

Reported as a £185 million deal, the brand's first international hotel in King's Cross marks Trinity's second investment in Europe.... Read More

News / Owners

Hotel executive moves: Arlo, Kolpin, L+R Hotels, Palette

By Rob Schneider | November 15, 2024

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

News / Franchising

Inside the Wyndham-Reside franchise deal

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 15, 2024

Reside Founder and CEO Lee Curtis explains how the deal came together and how he plans to expand into the branded residence business.... Read More

News / Owners

Latest news: Four Seasons NYC reopens; MCR's $300M refi; DiamondRock adds in Minneapolis

By Rob Schneider | November 15, 2024

The latest on global M&A, development, data and more.... Read More

News

US performance expected to reaccelerate into 2025

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 14, 2024

CBRE forecast revised downward for 2024 but will rebound from subdued summer demand and a sluggish third quarter. ... Read More

News / Transactions Lists

Deal activity: November 5-12, 2024

By Shawn Turner | November 14, 2024

Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was the sale of the Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit by Grande Asset Hotels and Property Perfect to an undisclosed seller for 5.055 billion baht (US$155 million).... Read More

News / Insights

Quotes of the Week: Viceroy, Wyndham, Design Hotels, Oberoi

November 14, 2024

Among the noteworthy quotes from the past week was Viceroy's head of development Mark Keiser talking about Highgate's desire to ramp-up development of its luxury lifestyle brand.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Latest news: Spain's biggest deal; Davidson adds in Miami; developments in Mexico

By Rob Schneider | November 14, 2024

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

Most Popular
Latest Stories