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August 11th 2017 – Hospitality International welcomes Red Carpet Inn Norwalk CT.

Tucker, GA – August 11th 2017, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Red Carpet Inn, Norwalk, Connecticut to the Hospitality International franchise system. The Red Carpet Inn offers all the essentials for A Good Night’s Sleep. Each comfy Guest Room is equipped with pillow top beds, a flat screen TV, coffee maker, micro-fridge,…

August 1st 2017 – Hospitality International welcomes Scottish Inn Niagara Falls NY.

Tucker, GA – August 1st 2017, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Scottish Inns Hotel, Niagara Falls, New York to the Hospitality International franchise system. The Scottish Inns Hotel offers all the essentials for A Good Night’s Sleep. The spacious Guest Rooms are equipped with Cable TV with HBO, mini-fridge and coffee maker….

July 13th 2017 – hihotels welcomes Red Carpet Inn and Suites – Salina KS.

Tucker, GA – July 13th 2017, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Red Carpet Inn and Suites, Salina, Kansas to the Hospitality International franchise system. The Red Carpet Inn and Suites Hotel offers all the essentials for A Good Night’s Sleep. The spacious and comfy Guest Rooms are equipped with Cable TV with…

June 2nd 2017 – Hospitality International welcomes Red Carpet Inn Pulaski NY.

Tucker, GA- June 2nd 2017, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Red Carpet Inn, Pulaski, New York to the Hospitality International franchise system. The Red Carpet Inn offers all the essentials for A Good Night’s Sleep. The spacious Guest Rooms are equipped with Cable TV, microwave, fridge and tea/coffee maker. Free Wi-Fi is…

May 15th 2017 – Hospitality International welcomes Red Carpet Inn Hot Springs AR.

Tucker, GA- May 15th 2017, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Red Carpet Inn, Hot Springs, Arkansas to the Hospitality International franchise system. The Red Carpet Inn offers all the essentials for A Good Night’s Sleep. Guest Rooms are equipped with TV, fridge and tea/coffee maker. Hair Dryers are available in the Bathrooms…

April 19th 2017 – hihotels welcomes Scottish Inns & Suites – Tomball, TX.

Tucker, GA- April 19th 2017, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Scottish Inns and Suites, Tomball Texas to the Hospitality International franchise system. The Scottish Inns and Suites Hotel has been extensively renovated and now offers spacious Guest Rooms with brand new TV, microwave and fridge, as well as a comfy bed for…

Travel Daily News – hihotels celebrates 121 years of collective leadership and service

hihotels honors eight long-standing company leaders whose combined tenure totals an impressive 121 years.

Making Summer Stays Memorable: Operational Tips for Economy Hotels

By: Gary Gobin Director of Operations Summer is a prime season for travel, and for economy hotels, it’s the perfect time to create lasting impressions. With thoughtful operations and a guest-first mindset, you can turn seasonal stays into repeat business and glowing reviews. Here’s how: 1. First Impressions Count 2. Comfort is King 3. Enhance the Local Experience…

No Vacancy podcast – Why This Hotel Brand is Flipping the Franchise Script.

Last week while #NoVacancyNews was at AAHOA’s #aahoacon25 I spoke with Chris Guimbellot, President & CEO of HI Hotels (Hospitality International). 👉 Highlights you won’t want to miss: • 💼 How HI Hotels’ Advisory Council is steering real change across the brand (01:00) • 🏆 The launch of the “Best of the Best” program—and why it flips the script…

Asian Hospitality – hihotels’ Franchisee Advisory Council Marks Two Years

The council supports policies, initiatives and brand operations By Vishnu Rageev R. Apr 05, 2025 How hihotels Franchisee Advisory Council Drives Growth in 2025? HIHOTELS BY HOSPITALITY International, a franchiser of conversion and new-build economy hotels, marked the second anniversary of its franchisee advisory council, which supports policy development, new initiatives, and brand operations. The…

AAHOACON25 Convention & Trade Show Photo Recap

The largest gathering of hotel owners in the country may be behind us, but the energy, insights, and new connections we brought back will keep inspiring us long after the event.

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.

hihotels 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…

Lessons 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…

Asian Hospitality – hihotels launches rewards program for top franchisees

It aims to improve quality, preserve individuality and foster business growth.

hihotels 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…