Upper Upscale

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News / Franchising

Wyndham’s new financing option for diverse developers

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 14, 2024

Franchise giant teams up with Lafayette Square to offer up to $100 million in financing for hotel projects. ... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Wave of renewed US investment optimism

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 14, 2024

JLL’s Global Hotel Investor Sentiment Survey suggests 2025 could mark a turning point for U.S. hotel investment, with urban markets and luxury assets leading the way.... Read More

News / Financing

Latest news: Ashford forbearance on CMBS; PM adds in DC; NewcrestImage sells

By Rob Schneider | November 13, 2024

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

News / Brands

Viceroy launches more than experiential refresh

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 13, 2024

With owner Highgate’s influence and needed new investment in the luxury lifestyle brand, now is the time to restart the growth engines, development head said.... Read More

News / Brands

Suh becomes president at Arlo Hotels

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 13, 2024

His appointment is effective immediately as the lifestyle group prepares to open its seventh hotel in Washington, D.C. ... Read More

News / Brands

Corinthia’s ambitious growth plans include first U.S. hotel

By Christina Jelski | November 13, 2024

Corinthia’s ambitious growth plans include first U.S. hotel false The small luxury player is evaluating its existing portfolio while getting ready to open in Brussels, Bucharest, Rome, and potentially others in the U.S. Brought to you by 0 0 Christina Jelski... Read More

News / Brands

Marriott’s Design Hotels accelerates portfolio growth

By Rob Schneider | November 12, 2024

The collection of independent hotels has signed 29 new agreements and grown 10% over the past 12 months, including key signings in the U.S., Mexico, Switzerland, Italy, Turkey, Singapore and Bali.... Read More

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78% of travelers want to use AI in accommodation journey

By Morgan Hines | November 12, 2024

A report also found 52% travelers have abandoned an online booking after a bad experience, such as lack of site security, payment issues, loading times, design and a lack of friendliness for mobile users. ... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

Latest news: AWH buys in Colorado; Sunstone earnings; NexGen adds in Florida

By Rob Schneider | November 12, 2024

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

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US RevPAR decreased in September: STR

By Rob Schneider | November 11, 2024

The calendar had unfavorable shifts, but group demand still tops a 2019 comp. The top 25 markets helped push growth while the planning phases of the pipeline remained strong.... Read More

News / Owners

Latest news: Novum adds Garners; big deal in Thailand; China's record pipeline

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 11, 2024

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

News / Mergers and Acquisitions

ADIA sells 33 UK hotels to US investors

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 11, 2024

New York-based KKR and Boston-based Baupost have taken control of the Marriott-branded hotel portfolio for a reported $1.16 billion. ... Read More

News / Management

Latest news: Turnberry refi; IHCL takes Claridges; Airbnb reports

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 8, 2024

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

News / Owners

Hotel executive moves: Commonwealth, Envi, JA Resorts, McKibbon

By Rob Schneider | November 7, 2024

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

News / Transactions Lists

Deal activity: October 29-November 4, 2024

By Shawn Turner | November 7, 2024

Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Albilad Capital’s acquisition of the Mövenpick Hotel & Residences in Riyadh from an undisclosed seller for approximately SAR 1 billion.... Read More

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