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Ron Lohnes Returns to hihotels as Franchise Development and Assurance & Marketing Program Director
Ron Lohnes, an industry and hihotels veteran, returns to help grow the company’s five distinct brands in the Southeast region.

Today’s Hotelier – Keep it Simple
With competition knocking at their doors, hoteliers must consistently assess their hotel, keeping in mind that, although their guests are looking for a unique guest experience, they’re ultimately looking for a respite from their everyday lives.

Hotel Management – Consistent Training Key to Mitigating Risk
Employee turnover is a significant challenge when it comes to risk management in the hotel industry. That’s because training consistency is in jeopardy when a hotel faces high attrition rates.

hihotels Announces Partnership with Hopper Travel App
(ATLANTA, May 2, 2023) – hihotels by Hospitality International, a recognized leader in franchising of conversion and new build hotels for economy lodging, is pleased to announce a partnership with Hopper, the world’s fastest-growing travel app.

2023 AAHOA Convention & Trade Show Photo Recap
AAHOA recently held its annual Convention & Trade Show in Los Angeles. The hihotels team was comprised of President & CEO Chris Guimbellot (second from right) and (l-r) Franchise Development Directors Paul Vakharia, Vic Vescovo and Pat Cheedie. Chris Guimbellot had the pleasure of doing a video interview with Glenn Haussman. Several hihotels franchisees were…
hihotels Welcomes the Scottish Inns Weatherford, TX
hihotels by Hospitality International is pleased to announce the addition of the Scottish Inns hotel in Weatherford, Texas to our franchise family. Owned by Popat and Vidya Patel, the 31-room former Rodeway Inn is hihotels’ ninth property in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area. The hotel is conveniently located off I-20, a short distance from Canyon…

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 – Hospitality International welcomes Scottish Inns and 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…

March 8th 2017 – Hospitality International teams with AAHOA – No Inspections during Convention 2017.
Tucker, GA – March 8th 2017 – Hospitality International, a Founding Member of the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA) has announced that they will not conduct any franchised property inspections for franchisee AAHOA members who attend the 2017 AAHOA Convention & Trade Show. Hospitality International strongly encourages its franchisees to take advantage of the…

January 18th 2017 – Hospitality International welcomes Scottish Inns and Suites Lubbock TX.
Tucker, GA – January 18th 2017, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Scottish Inns and Suites Lubbock Texas to the Hospitality International franchise system. The Scottish Inns and Suites Lubbock Texas is centrally located near many local area attractions such as Panhandle South Plains Fairgrounds, Lubbock Civic Memorial Center and UMC & Covenant…

January 5th 2017 – Hospitality International welcomes Scottish Inns and Suites Conroe TX.
Tucker, GA – January 5th 2017, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Scottish Inns and Suites Conroe Texas to the Hospitality International franchise system. The Scottish Inn and Suite is located off of Interstate 45, exit 90 at League Line Road and minutes from Lone Star Executive Airport. Wake up every morning to…

December 2nd 2016 – Hospitality International welcomes Red Carpet Inn and Suites Albany NY.
Tucker, GA- December 2nd 2016, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Red Carpet Inn and Suites Albany NY to the Hospitality International franchise system. The Red Carpet Inn and Suites is conveniently located near the airport and downtown Albany. The newly remodeled Red Carpet Inn & Suites features 59 luxury rooms that include…

November 17th 2016 – Hospitality International welcomes Red Carpet Inn Toms River NJ.
Tucker, GA- November 17th 2016, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Red Carpet Inn Toms River NJ to the Hospitality International franchise system. The Red Carpet Inn Toms River NJ is located a few steps from Huddy Park and River Lady Cruise. Jump Street Skate Park and Ocean County Library are also within…

September 28th 2016 – Hospitality International welcomes Scottish Inns and Suites Crosby TX.
Tucker, GA- September 28th 2016, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Scottish Inns and Suites Crosby TX to the Hospitality International franchise system. The Scottish Inn and Suites Crosby is located on Highway 90 in Crosby just 14 miles from Evonik Degussa Corporation and 18 miles from America Tower Corporation. Scottish Inn and…

July 21st 2016 – Hospitality International welcomes Scottish Inns and Suites Baytown TX.
Tucker, GA- July 21st 2016, Hospitality International Inc. is pleased to welcome the Scottish Inns and Suites Baytown TX to the Hospitality International franchise system. Scottish Inns and Suites Baytown TX is located just a few minutes from interstate 10 and right on highway 46. It is near the Houston Raceway Park and San Jacinto…