When renovation isn’t the answer By Jigar (Jay) Desai Every hotel owner facing a major PIP eventually asks the same question: Is this the investment that finally gets the returns where they need to be. Or, is it the investment that keeps the property treading water under a brand that no longer fits the market? For a growing number of owners, the honest answer is neither, … [Read more...] about Rethinking the Hotel Asset
Landingplace Hotels Launches Borderless Hotel Alliance, Signs First Hotel
Longtime Virginia Beach Owner-Operators Harshad and Swati Barot Select Independent Hotel Affiliation Platform for Ambassadors Inn & Suites BLUFFTON, S.C., September 24, 2026: Landingplace Hotels today announced the launch of Borderless Hotel Alliance, an independent hotel affiliation platform designed to give hotel owners access to technology, distribution, loyalty, … [Read more...] about Landingplace Hotels Launches Borderless Hotel Alliance, Signs First Hotel
Strong Operations Begin with Strong Governance
By Rahul Patel, AAHOA Chairman (2026-2027) Building Strong Foundations for Long-Term Success Every successful hotel begins with a strong foundation. We often think about hotel operations through the lens of occupancy, revenue, guest satisfaction, and profitability. These measurements are critical, but behind every successful property are the systems, processes, and … [Read more...] about Strong Operations Begin with Strong Governance
Order in the Lobby
By Laura Lee Blake, ESQ., AAHOA President & CEO The Curious, Quirky, and Occasionally Hilarious World of Hotel Law An ancient Roman legal principle states that “ignorance of the law excuses no one.” Which is unfortunate, because some of the laws and legal traditions surrounding hotels are so unusual that even lawyers have to smile. If you have ever wondered why … [Read more...] about Order in the Lobby
5 Things to Know About AAHOA This September
By AAHOA Staff Image: NeoLeo/stock.adobe.com … [Read more...] about 5 Things to Know About AAHOA This September