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

W brand coming to Las Vegas

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 21, 2024

Marriott-MGM collaboration reaches 12 properties with a new licensing deal at the Mandalay Bay Campus. ... Read More

News / Owners

Hotel executive moves: Bob W, Club Med, IHG ANA, Sage

By Rob Schneider | October 21, 2024

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

News / Brands

Accor CEO on why he doesn’t miss big M&A

By Rob Schneider | October 18, 2024

Speaking at the HICAP, Sébastien Bazin talked about the radical transformation of Accor from 13 to 48 brands, M&A in general, and why founder-led brands have a special place at Accor.... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: Baha Mar addition; new leader for HSH; Garner grows in Europe

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 18, 2024

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

News / Brands

Hyatt CEO on benefits of JVs, growth in China

By Rob Schneider | October 18, 2024

Hyatt CEO Mark Hoplamazian was interviewed at HICAP about whether he prefers JVs or collaborations, the company’s current business model and what he would change about the industry.... Read More

News / Owners

Sheila Johnson’s third act

By Christina Jelski | October 17, 2024

The pioneering Black businesswoman has built something unique with the Salamander Collection: a venture that has perfected community building and an approach to hospitality that puts the emphasis on experiences.... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: Uber buying Expedia?; Regent back in the US; UK deal volume

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 17, 2024

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

News / Insights

Quotes of the Week: Accor, Remington, Hyatt, Noble, many more

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | October 17, 2024

Among the noteworthy quotes of the week was Accor exec Jean-Jacques Morin talking about the industry's overemphasis on net unit growth versus value generated.... Read More

News / Asia Pacific

HICAP opens with talk of overtourism, negating NUG, growth hot spots

By Rob Schneider | October 17, 2024

On the first day of the Hotel Investment Conference Asia Pacific (HICAP), top hotel executives discussed the industry’s hottest topics.... Read More

News / Transactions Lists

Deal activity: October 8-14, 2024

By Shawn Turner | October 16, 2024

Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was JB Asset Management’s acquisition of the Mercure Ambassador Seoul. ... Read More

News / Brands

TLC notebook, Part 2: BWH update; new Stonebridge CEO; Hyatt’s Dan Hansen

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 16, 2024

Notes from more interviews at the Lodging Conference include news from BWH, Stonebridge, Hyatt, Brittain and Resolute Road. ... Read More

News / Asia Pacific

APAC investment volume growing by 4.3%

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 16, 2024

Latest JLL research suggests more favorable market conditions will continue to drive transaction activity with new phase less defined by recovery and more linked to organic and sustainable growth. ... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: Auberge adds Houston; big franchise deal for Sonesta; records in Rio, Berlin

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 16, 2024

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

News / Brands

Hyatt, CR Land expand cooperation in China

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 16, 2024

The JV will develop and manage hotels, including six existing and two new Mumian hotels under Hyatt soft brands, as well as develop additional Hyatt branded properties.... Read More

News / Owners

Complicated contributions to Caliber equate to massive growth plans

By Rob Schneider | October 15, 2024

Caliber Hospitality Trust is adding another seven hotels to its growing portfolio. But that is just a start with plans to add billions in assets ahead.... Read More

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