Upscale

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Deal activity: October 23-29, 2024
News / Transactions Lists
Deal activity: October 23-29, 2024
By Shawn Turner | October 31, 2024
Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was David and Simon Reuben’s acquisition of the W South Beach from RFR Holdings and Tricap.... Read More
AHLA names Rosanna Maietta new leader
News / North America
AHLA names Rosanna Maietta new leader
By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 31, 2024
The former head of the AHLA Foundation and head of communications returns to the fold to drive the association’s mission. ... Read More
Latest news: Lauderdale megadevelopment; Booking earnings; robust LatAm pipeline
News / Owners
Latest news: Lauderdale megadevelopment; Booking earnings; robust LatAm pipeline
By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 31, 2024
Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hyatt reports solid earnings, adjusts NUG outlook
News / C Corps
Hyatt reports solid earnings, adjusts NUG outlook
By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 31, 2024
Hyatt 3Q24 beats on RevPAR performance, but excluding the Grupo Piñero deal lowered its full year net rooms growth outlook 150 bps to 4.0 to 4.5%.... Read More
D.C. hotels and vacation rentals are getting Inauguration Day boost
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D.C. hotels and vacation rentals are getting Inauguration Day boost
By Christina Jelski | October 30, 2024
With the next presidential election less than a week away, Washington, D.C., is already showing a spike in hotel and vacation rental bookings for the Jan. 20, 2025, inauguration.... Read More
Latest news: $24M Arizona refinance; Hilton converts in Cancun; Kasa adds in New Orleans
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: $24M Arizona refinance; Hilton converts in Cancun; Kasa adds in New Orleans
By Rob Schneider | October 30, 2024
Breaking news on deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Exploring the ROI of sustainability
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Exploring the ROI of sustainability
By Tamara Thiessen | October 29, 2024
As the hospitality industry faces growing pressure to lower its carbon footprint, experts say that choosing the most cost-effective method for development depends on the projects.... Read More
Why China is the right growth market for Ascott-Jin Jiang JV
News / Franchising
Why China is the right growth market for Ascott-Jin Jiang JV
By Rob Schneider | October 29, 2024
An executive for The Ascott Ltd. and regional analysts talked to Hotel Investment Today about the reasons for this JV and the benefits of franchise growth in China.... Read More
Latest news: Wyndham growth in China; Reubens acquire W SoBe; new 21c
News / Franchising
Latest news: Wyndham growth in China; Reubens acquire W SoBe; new 21c
By Rob Schneider | October 29, 2024
Breaking news on deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Dallas continues to dominate US pipeline
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Dallas continues to dominate US pipeline
By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 29, 2024
The largest construction pipelines are in Dallas, Atlanta, Nashville, Phoenix and Austin, according Lodging Econometrics. ... Read More
Latest news: notable refis; US construction pipeline high; Orlando hotel sells
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Latest news: notable refis; US construction pipeline high; Orlando hotel sells
By Rob Schneider | October 28, 2024
Breaking news on deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Deadline approaches for sustainability award
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Deadline approaches for sustainability award
By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 28, 2024
New program celebrates hotel projects that fight climate change and support guest health and equity. ... Read More
Hyatt, Grupo Piñero align to grow Bahia Principe brand
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Hyatt, Grupo Piñero align to grow Bahia Principe brand
By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 28, 2024
Hyatt takes 50% stake to strengthens position in all-inclusive space; appoints Bahia Principe’s CEO to lead management company. ... Read More
Latest news: Distress trade in NYC; BWH finance program; Bally's Vegas update
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
Latest news: Distress trade in NYC; BWH finance program; Bally's Vegas update
By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 25, 2024
Breaking news on deals, development, data and more.... Read More
Hotel executive moves: JLL, Langham, Minor, Rosewood
News / Owners
Hotel executive moves: JLL, Langham, Minor, Rosewood
By Rob Schneider | October 24, 2024
Here’s a roundup of the top hotel executive moves of the past week.... Read More