Upscale

Stay informed with the latest trends and developments in the upscale hotel segment through Hotel Investment Today's dedicated section. Our detailed coverage includes market forecasts, financing news, strategic growth opportunities, and more that impact this hotel segment.

News / Brands

Latest news: Pimco gives back 20 hotels; Ascott grows Crest Collection; Internova soft brand

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 18, 2023

The latest news about development, M&A, data, people and more.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquistions

NewcrestImage acquires 3 Courtyards by airports

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 18, 2023

Dallas-based developer has now executed more than 100 transactions in the past 12 months.... Read More

News / Transactions Lists

Deal activity: October 10-18, 2023

By Shawn Turner | October 18, 2023

Among the noteworthy deals of the past week is Pebblebrook Hotel Trust’s $68.5 million sale of Hotel Zoe Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco. ... Read More

News / Owners

Five hottest development markets in Europe

By Rob Schneider | October 18, 2023

Data from Lodging Econometrics shows London leading the way at the end of Q2 2023 with the most new construction projects.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquistions

Will Choice sweeten its offer to acquire rival Wyndham?

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 17, 2023

In a hostile bid, Choice offer includes $90 per share, payable in a mix of cash and stock. But Wyndham rejects the offer citing significant business and execution risks.... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: Update on Israel hotels; Cipriani club fund; Sonder grows in LA

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | October 16, 2023

The latest news about development, financing, M&A, data and more.... Read More

News / Owners

Why Apple Hospitality is one of few REITs active in deal space

By Rob Schneider | October 13, 2023

With four newly announced deals, the Richmond, Virginia-based REIT's ability to be an all-cash buyer gives them deal flexibility and high certainty of close.... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: Accor selling assets; Hilton adds in Warsaw; LuxUrban-Trademark conversions

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 13, 2023

Breaking news about development, M&A, data, people and more.... Read More

News

Short-term rentals gaining ground: AirDNA, STR

By Derek Catron | October 13, 2023

Share grows to 15% in 2023 from 8% in 2018. Less-populated areas seem to have the most traction.... Read More

News / Asset Management

Hoteliers say transparency has mostly solved the "junk fee" problem

By Rob Schneider | October 13, 2023

Legislation was signed last week in California aimed at “junk fees,” stating the final total must be disclosed upfront. Hoteliers say they are already there.... Read More

News / Insights

Quotes of the Week: Omni, Pro-Invest, Meyer Jabara

October 12, 2023

Some noteworthy quotes from the past week, including new Omni Hotels & Resorts President Kurt Alexander discussing growth, repositioning plans.... Read More

News / Owners

Pro-Invest rises in Australia and wants more

By Raini Hamdi | October 11, 2023

CEO Jan Smits shows how Pro-Invest Group delivers a 20% annual internal rate of return.... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: Apple REIT buying 4; IHG adds in Portugal; first Spark by Hilton

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | October 11, 2023

Breaking news about M&A, development, data, people and more.... Read More

News / Transactions Lists

Deal activity: October 3-10, 2023

By Shawn Turner | October 11, 2023

Among the noteworthy deals of the past week is Kastrati Group’s acquisition of the SLS Brickell Miami from Qatar’s Al Thanis family.... Read More

News / Brands

Inside Omni’s plans to raise the ceiling, expand its footprint

By Rob Schneider | October 10, 2023

President Kurt Alexander talks about potentially doubling the company's footprint in the next five years and why new COO Vince Parrotta is key to elevating the quality of its brand.... Read More

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