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.
Marriott CEO on why citizenM is the next brand it can scale
News / Franchising
Marriott CEO on why citizenM is the next brand it can scale
By Rob Schneider | June 3, 2025
Anthony Capuano discussed where citizenM fits in the company’s brand architecture, franchisees’ long-term optimism, and how NUG translates into fee growth.... Read More
Two Scandinavian companies make €1.27B bid for Dalata
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Two Scandinavian companies make €1.27B bid for Dalata
By Rob Schneider | June 3, 2025
Pandox AB and Eiendomsspar AS have made an all-cash bid for Irish hotel firm Dalata Hotel Group, which earlier this year said it was open to an offer.... Read More
Major wellness hotels stage top-line comeback
News
Major wellness hotels stage top-line comeback
By Rob Schneider | June 3, 2025
The annual report from RLA Global and HotStats said major wellness hotels had more than twice as much TRevPAR as hotels with no wellness program.... Read More
Latest news: Four Seasons adds in Charleston; Choice international growth; Miraval residences in KSA
News / Brands
Latest news: Four Seasons adds in Charleston; Choice international growth; Miraval residences in KSA
By Rob Schneider | June 3, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more... Read More
CEOs at NYU focus on marketplace resilience
News / Insights
CEOs at NYU focus on marketplace resilience
By Jeffrey Weinstein | June 2, 2025
Despite near-term challenges, big brand CEOs say travel continues to trump, becoming more of a need than a want. ... Read More
Marriott branded residence portfolio expands to 300
News / Franchising
Marriott branded residence portfolio expands to 300
By Rob Schneider | June 2, 2025
The company is celebrating its 25th year in branded residential and its open and pipeline residential portfolio spans 17 brands and 50 countries and territories.... Read More
CoStar, Tourism Economics downgrade US hotel forecast
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CoStar, Tourism Economics downgrade US hotel forecast
By Rob Schneider | June 2, 2025
Q1 underperformance and macroeconomic concerns led to lowered forecasted growth rates across top-line metrics for 2025 and 2026.... Read More
Latest news: $250M San Diego adaptive reuse; Marriott's first StudioRes; G6 Hospitality CDO leaving
News / Franchising
Latest news: $250M San Diego adaptive reuse; Marriott's first StudioRes; G6 Hospitality CDO leaving
By Rob Schneider | June 2, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hilton, Ford partner on NoMad Detroit
News / Brands
Hilton, Ford partner on NoMad Detroit
By Rob Schneider | June 2, 2025
The signing comes as Hilton reaches the 1,000th-hotel milestone in luxury and lifestyle.... Read More
Executive moves: AJ Capital, EVT, PM Hotel Group, Rosewood
News / Owners
Executive moves: AJ Capital, EVT, PM Hotel Group, Rosewood
By Rob Schneider | May 30, 2025
Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More
Latest news: $136M refi in Hawaii; strong US demand last week; LXR debuts in Paris
News / Financing
Latest news: $136M refi in Hawaii; strong US demand last week; LXR debuts in Paris
By Rob Schneider | May 30, 2025
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hyatt launches upscale collection brand
News / Brands
Hyatt launches upscale collection brand
By Jeffrey Weinstein | May 30, 2025
Operating with a conversion-friendly model, Unscripted by Hyatt has more than 40 deals in active discussion. ... Read More
How single-family rentals redefine alt-lodging
News / Contributed Perspectives
How single-family rentals redefine alt-lodging
By Clay Dickinson | May 30, 2025
Hospitality-first mindset builds deeper resident relationships, more efficient ownership and asset management processes.... Read More
Deal activity: May 20-26, 2025
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: May 20-26, 2025
By Shawn Turner | May 29, 2025
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was Park Hotels & Resorts’ sale of the Hyatt Centric Fisherman’s Wharf.... Read More
Exclusive: LARC forecast turns from dove to hawk, maybe
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Exclusive: LARC forecast turns from dove to hawk, maybe
By Rob Schneider | May 29, 2025
The revised U.S. forecast features downward revisions to RevPAR, EBITDA and hotel values amid economic uncertainty from policy changes.... Read More
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