Posts by Frank Sweeney
Celebrating our Franchisees
Our franchisees inspire us with their hard work and dedication. Every day, we witness the tremendous energy and commitment they invest in growing their businesses. Each year, we proudly recognize their determination to succeed through our Annual Awards program, acknowledging the noteworthy efforts that drive our brand forward.
Read Morehihotels Welcomes the Scottish Inns & Suites – North Hershey, PA
hihotels by Hospitality International is pleased to announce the addition of the Scottish Inns & Suites – North Hershey, Pennsylvania to our franchise family. Owned by Sunny Patel and Grish Patel, the 62-room former Motel 6 had its grand opening as a Scottish Inns & Suites February 25, 2025. Situated just off I-81, this Scottish…
Read MoreLessons from India: The Power of Community Involvement
By: Chris Guimbellot, CEO & President, hihotels During my recent trip to India, I visited Fort Barwara, a beautifully restored heritage hotel. What stood out most wasn’t just the architecture or luxury—it was a small gift shop selling handcrafted goods made by local village women. This initiative provided them with income and a connection to…
Read MoreAsian Hospitality – hihotels launches rewards program for top franchisees
It aims to improve quality, preserve individuality and foster business growth.
Read Morehihotels Welcomes the Scottish Inns – Atlanta, GA
hihotels by Hospitality International is pleased to announce the addition of the Scottish Inns – Atlanta, Georgia to our franchise family. Owned by Yatin Patel, Brijesh Patel, and Sundeepkumur Patel, the 35-room former Crown Motel had its grand opening as a Scottish Inns January 1, 2025. Situated at the intersection of Route 20 and Route…
Read MoreTrue Hospitality: What Makes the Best Stand Out
By: Chris Guimbellot, CEO & President, hihotels At hihotels, we believe the best hotels aren’t defined by luxury amenities – they’re distinguished by their genuine care for guests. This fundamental truth was reinforced during my recent travels in India that showcased how simple, thoughtful gestures elevate a good hotel experience into an outstanding one. Take…
Read MoreThe Universal Language of Connection: Small Moments, Lasting Impressions
By: Chris Guimbellot, CEO & President, hihotels During my recent travels in India, I was struck by the power of genuine human connections, even with complete strangers. One particularly memorable encounter was on a train from Agra to Jaipur. The train itself was not the most comfortable, but our experience was transformed when a young…
Read Morehihotels Welcomes the Scottish Inns & Suites – Shenandoah/Woodlands, TX
hihotels by Hospitality International is pleased to announce the addition of the Scottish Inns & Suites – Shenandoah/Woodlands, Texas to our franchise family. Owned by Mahesh ‘Mike’ Patel and Dipavali Patel, the 39-room inn had its grand opening as a Scottish Inns & Suites September 10, 2024. Conveniently located off North Freeway, Scottish Inns &…
Read Morehihotels’ Southeast Regional Convention: Reaching New Heights Together
Event reinforces franchise-friendly philosophy and introduces new strategies (ATLANTA, October 24, 2024) – hihotels by Hospitality International, a recognized leader in franchising conversion and new-build hotels for economy lodging, recently held its Southeast Regional Convention in Spring, TX on October 3, 2024. The event, part of a series of regional gatherings, brought together franchisees from…
Read Morehihotels Welcomes the Red Carpet Inn – Garfield Heights, OH
hihotels by Hospitality International is pleased to announce the addition of the Red Carpet Inn – Garfield Heights, Ohio to our franchise family. Owned by Truptiben Patel, Kiran “Ken” Patel, Pooja Patel, and Devang Patel, the 40-room inn had its grand opening as a Red Carpet Inn July 19, 2024. Conveniently located off I-480, Red…
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