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July 8th 2016 – hihotels welcomes Scottish Inns and Suites – Balch Springs, TX.
Tucker, GA- July 8th 2016, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Scottish Inns and Suites Balch Springs TX to the Hospitality International franchise system. Scottish Inns and Suites Balch Springs TX is a brand new hotel built from the ground up, located about ten miles from Texas State Fairgrounds, Town East Mall and…
June 21st 2016 – hihotels welcomes Scottish Inns & Suites McDonough GA.
Tucker, GA- June 21st 2016, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Scottish Inns and Suites Mcdonough GA to the Hospitality International franchise system. Scottish Inn and Suites is located in the heart of McDonough, about thirteen miles from the Atlanta Motor Speedway. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi, free continental breakfast, each room has…
June 16th 2016 – hihotels welcomes Red Carpet Inn & Suites Carneys Point NJ.
Tucker, GA- June 16th 2016, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Red Carpet Inn & Suites Carneys Point NJ to the Hospitality International franchise system. The Red Carpet Inn & Suites is located in the heart of Carneys Point and is within 9 miles of Amstel House,Eden Park, Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge,…
April 15th 2016 – Hospitality International welcomes Red Carpet Inn Wilmington NC.
Tucker, GA- April 15th 2016, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Red Carpet Inn Wilmington, NC to the Hospitality International franchise system. The Red Carpet Inn Wilmington NC is located just minutes off of I-40; the property is close to University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Cape Fear Museum. The hotel is…
December 28th 2015 – hihotels welcomes Scottish Inns – White Settlement TX
Tucker, GA- December 28th 2015, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Scottish Inns White Settlement, Texas to the Hospitality International franchise system. The newly constructed Scottish Inns White Settlement is located just off I-820. It has an easy access to many popular local attractions. If you love football, enjoy a game at Dallas…
December 1st 2015 – hihotels welcomes Scottish Inns & Suites Bensalem PA
Tucker, GA- December 1st 2015, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Scottish Inns and Suites Bensalem PA to the Hospitality International franchise system. The Scottish Inns and Suites is located just a mile from Neshaminy State Park. Scottish Inn and Suites is pleased to offer all first floor rooms with free parking. The…
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…
True 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…