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 / Insights

Quotes of the Week: Hilton, Choice, Frontier Development, MGM

By Jeffrey Weinstein & Rob Schneider | October 24, 2024

Among the more noteworthy quotes from stories this past week was Hilton's Christ Nassetta on how the industry and economy are shaping up for 2025.... Read More

News

Call Curator the un-soft brand

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 24, 2024

The collection of independents developed by Pebblebrook and management companies focuses most on operating efficiencies versus bookings, and has it sights set on scale to deliver even more ROI.... Read More

News / Transactions Lists

Deal activity: October 16-21, 2024

By Shawn Turner | October 24, 2024

Among the noteworthy deals of the past week was SJR Shelton's acquisition of the Hyatt House Shelton (Connecticut) from Acrophyte Hospitality Trust.... Read More

News / C Corps

Luxury, lifestyle drive Accor revenue gains

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 24, 2024

Third quarter earnings reflect in line sales growth, which was helped along by the Olympic Games in Paris. ... Read More

News / Brands

Latest news: First Waldorf in Colorado; Atwell Suites expands; BWH starts glamping

By Rob Schneider | October 24, 2024

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

News / Owners

Construction update: Europe lags; US dominates Americas

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 24, 2024

New September data from CoStar reveals construction in Europe off 1% year-over-year; Americas leads with 9.5% bump.... Read More

News / C Corps

Wyndham reports NUG, pipeline growth in Q3

By Rob Schneider | October 24, 2024

The company’s global room count grew 4% globally year-over-year with international leading the way. Its development pipeline grew 5% year-over-year to a record 248,000 rooms.... Read More

News / Management

Latest news: NYC bill passes; Aimbridge shores up reserves; new Under Canvas

By Rob Schneider | October 23, 2024

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

News / Franchising

Ascott, Jin Jiang partner for asset-light China growth

By Rob Schneider | October 23, 2024

The JV between The Ascott Ltd. and Jin Jiang Hotels aims for massive franchise growth for Ascott’s Quest and Jin Jiang’s Tulip Lodj brands in China.... Read More

News / Asia Pacific

Who's afraid of loyalty programs, headwinds?

By Raini H.R. | October 23, 2024

At HICAP View from the Boardroom panel, small independents see the power of collaboration, while APAC leaders see the might of Asia and opportunities in headwinds.... Read More

News / C Corps

Hilton’s Nassetta filibusters about 2025 expectations

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 23, 2024

During third quarter earnings call the president and CEO of Hilton held court, offering broad strokes about expectations for 2025. In a word, it’s ‘resilient.’ ... Read More

News / Asia Pacific

Investors at HICAP talk pricing, development, green financing

By Rob Schneider | October 23, 2024

The investment panel talked about tight pricing for assets, ongoing interest in Japan, conversions, green bonds and the Maldives.... Read More

News / C Corps

Hilton beats on EBITDA despite light RevPAR quarter

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 23, 2024

Hilton beats on EBITDA despite light RevPAR quarter false Hilton lowers 4Q24 RevPAR guidance while maintaining net unit growth expectations.... Read More

News / Asia Pacific

HICAP awards dealmaking, sustainability, star power

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 22, 2024

Here is a summary of awards presented at HICAP 2024 in Singapore for noteworthy deals, sustainability, lifetime achievement and a rising star.... Read More

News / Financing

Latest news: $92.5M Cali hotel refi; Mama Shelter to Netherlands; RA Ventures sells 2

By Rob Schneider | October 22, 2024

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

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