November 21st, 2025
The strength of the U.S. hotel construction pipeline is one of the clearest indicators of continued investment and confidence in the hospitality sector. As developers expand their portfolios and brands push into new markets, each project represents a commitment to enhancing the overall value, quality, and diversity of lodging options available to travelers across the country. From modern midscale properties to luxury destinations and independent boutique concepts, the active pipeline reflects a nationwide effort to elevate guest experiences and meet evolving traveler expectations.
The Q3 2025 construction data highlights not only where the industry is headed, but also how these investments are shaping the future of hospitality in the United States.
The U.S. hotel development landscape continues to show strong momentum as of Q3 2025, with 6,280 projects and 737,036 rooms currently in the construction pipeline nationwide. The data reflects ongoing optimism in the hospitality market, especially across the upper midscale and upscale segments, which together account for more than half of all active development.
Hotel Type | Total Construction Projects | Total Construction Rooms | 2025 Openings to Date | 2025 Remaining Openings | 2026 Scheduled Openings | 2027 Scheduled Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Luxury | 92 | 21,119 | 5 (2,243 rooms) | 11 (1,759 rooms) | 16 (2,375 rooms) | 13 (2,876 rooms) |
Upper Upscale | 360 | 67,680 | 21 (5,054 rooms) | 18 (3,605 rooms) | 53 (7,588 rooms) | 55 (9,119 rooms) |
Upscale | 1,427 | 177,756 | 68 (8,260 rooms) | 90 (11,285 rooms) | 191 (22,678 rooms) | 217 (25,257 rooms) |
Upper Midscale | 2,282 | 219,875 | 117 (11,248 rooms) | 138 (13,111 rooms) | 305 (28,840 rooms) | 332 (31,226 rooms) |
Midscale | 949 | 79,435 | 65 (6,186 rooms) | 60 (5,296 rooms) | 144 (12,539 rooms) | 157 (14,218 rooms) |
Economy | 339 | 32,399 | 22 (2,487 rooms) | 30 (3,040 rooms) | 55 (5,352 rooms) | 45 (4,705 rooms) |
Unbranded | 785 | 122,478 | 22 (2,160 rooms) | 53 (5,668 rooms) | 51 (7,634 rooms) | 80 (8,467 rooms) |
Casino | 46 | 16,294 | 9 (1,990 rooms) | 6 (1,396 rooms) | 8 (2,067 rooms) | 3 (370 rooms) |
Total | 6,280 | 737,036 | 329 (39,628 rooms) | 406 (45,160 rooms) | 823 (89,073 rooms) | 902 (96,242 rooms) |
1. Upper Midscale Leads the Market
The upper midscale segment continues to dominate new development, representing 2,282 projects and 219,875 rooms. With 117 openings already completed in 2025 and another 138 expected before year’s end, this category reflects strong brand confidence and consistent consumer demand. Leading hotel flags in this tier, such as Holiday Inn Express, Hampton by Hilton, and Fairfield Inn, remain popular with developers for their balanced cost-to-return ratio.
2. Upscale Hotels Maintain Strong Growth
The upscale tier follows closely behind with 1,427 projects totaling nearly 178,000 rooms. This category shows steady expansion, appealing to both business and leisure travelers seeking modern, amenity-rich accommodations. The segment’s projected 217 new openings in 2027 underscores long-term investment confidence.
3. Luxury and Upper Upscale Developments Rising
Although smaller in scale, the luxury (92 projects) and upper upscale (360 projects) tiers indicate a continued focus on high-end properties, particularly in urban and resort markets. These developments are likely to feature advanced technology integrations, sustainability measures, and branded residences as the luxury experience continues to evolve post-pandemic.
4. Economy and Midscale Stability
Midscale and economy projects, while slower-growing, remain vital to regional markets and roadside travel. Together, they make up 1,288 projects and 111,834 rooms, showing that demand persists for affordable lodging options amid inflationary pressures.
5. Growth in Unbranded and Boutique Concepts
Interestingly, unbranded projects account for 785 developments and over 122,000 rooms, signaling a continued interest in independent and boutique hotel experiences. This trend highlights investor appetite for flexibility, localized design, and differentiated guest experiences.
The data points to a strong two-year outlook, with 823 projects scheduled to open in 2026 and 902 in 2027. This indicates a healthy recovery and expansion trajectory for the U.S. lodging sector, supported by improving travel demand, capital availability, and the ongoing modernization of hotel infrastructure.
With nearly 185,000 new rooms expected to enter the market between 2026 and 2027, developers are strategically positioning their portfolios to capture demand across all traveler segments, from luxury leisure guests to value-driven road trippers.
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