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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…

July 1st 2015 – hihotels welcomes the Red Carpet Inn – New Brunswick, NJ

Tucker, GA- July 1st 2015, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Red Carpet Inn New Brunswick NJ to the Hospitality International franchise system. The Red Carpet Inn New Brunswick is located 3 miles from New Brunswick Amtrak. It offers guest rooms with free Wi-Fi and cable TV with 3 HBO channels. The Red…

June 18th 2015 – hihotels welcomes the Scottish Inns & Suites – Eau Claire, WI

Tucker, GA- June 18th 2015, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Scottish Inns and Suites Eau Claire WI to the Hospitality International franchise system. The Scottish Inns and Suites is centrally located to many fun and exciting places in Wisconsin. Enjoy Rock Falls Raceway, a concert at Sarge Boyd Bandshell in Owen Park,…

June 6th 2015 – hihotels welcomes the Downtowner Inns and Suites – Houston, TX

Tucker, GA- June 6th 2015, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Downtowner Inns Houston TX to the Hospitality International franchise system. The Downtowner Inns is centrally located close to so many area attractions such as the NASA Johnson Space Center or Bayou Place, a 130,000-square-foot entertainment megaplex featuring theaters, bars and restaurants. For…

June 1st 2015 – hihotels welcomes the Scottish Inns – Madison Heights, VA

Tucker, GA- June 1st 2015, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Scottish Inns Madison Heights, VA to the Hospitality International franchise system. The newly renovated Scottish Inn is within close proximity to Airport, Historical Museums and Memorials, Colleges and Universities and other attractions. We are pleased to offer our guest newly renovated rooms…

May 1st 2015 – Hospitality International welcomes the Red Carpet Inn Bridgeton NJ

Tucker, GA-May 1st 2015, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Red Carpet Inn Bridgeton, NJ to the Hospitality International franchise system. The newly opened Red Carpet Inn is pleased to offer beautifully appointed Quality Guest rooms with Superior customer service….all at a Super price! The Red Carpet Inn offers convenient access to many…

May 1st 2015 – Hospitality International welcomes the Red Carpet Inn Palatine IL

Tucker, GA- May 1st 2015, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Red Carpet Inn Palatine, IL to the Hospitality International franchise system. The 60 guestrooms at Red Carpet Inn include complimentary toiletries. Complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access is provided. 42-inch flat-screen TVs are equipped with satellite channels. Red Carpet Inn is close to…

April 22nd 2015 – Hospitality International welcomes the Red Carpet Inn Macon GA

Tucker, GA- April 4th 2015, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Red Carpet Inn Macon, GA to the Hospitality International franchise system. The Red Carpet Inn offers free continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking for all of our guest. Whether traveling on business or pleasure the Red Carpet Inn is close to…

January 9th 2015 – hihotels welcomes the Scottish Inns & Suites – 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…