Aimbridge HospitalityLegacy

From Humble Beginnings to Global Leadership

Aimbridge Hospitality was founded in 2003 with just eight properties, but its roots run even deeper. In 2019, Aimbridge merged with Interstate Hotels & Resorts—an industry pioneer established in 1960—uniting nearly a century of hospitality leadership under one banner. Today, Aimbridge stands as a global powerhouse in hotel management, with a premium portfolio spanning over 80 hotel brands across full service, select service, luxury hotels, destination resorts, convention centers, and lifestyle properties. Through strategic growth and a commitment to excellence, Aimbridge continues to set the standard for best-in-class hospitality management worldwide.

The Foundation of Interstate Hotels

1/1/1960

Interstate Hotels Corporation is founded in Pittsburgh, PA.

First Franchised Hotel

1/1/1967

Interstate opens its first franchised hotel under the Holiday Inn brand.

Third Party Hotel Management

1/1/1963

The company signs its first hotel management contract, pioneering the third-party hotel management model.

The Marriott-Branded Properties Begin

1/1/1970

Interstate began developing Marriott-branded properties and managing hotels for other owners. The Marriott Inn Pittsburgh Green Tree was the first franchised full-service Marriott, opening in 1972

Interstate Becomes a Major Industry Player

1/1/1980

Interstate expands aggressively, managing hotels for Marriott, Hilton, Sheraton, and other top brands.

Interstate merges with Patriot American Hospitality

1/1/1998

Interstate merges with Patriot American Hospitality, forming one of the largest publicly traded hotel companies.

Rebranded as Interstate Hotels & Resorts

1/1/1999

The company is restructured and rebranded as Interstate Hotels & Resorts, focusing solely on hotel management.

Interstate’s Global Expansion Begins

2/19/2000

The Rise of Aimbridge & Interstate’s Global Expansion

Interstate Merged

1/1/2002

Interstate merged with MeriStar Hotels & Resorts Inc., forming Interstate Hotels & Resorts Inc. Interstate Hotels & Resorts becomes an independent public company (NYSE: IHR)

Aimbridge Hospitality is Founded

1/1/2003

Aimbridge Hospitality is founded with 8 hotels in Plano, TX by a team of hospitality executives.

Going Private

1/1/2009

Interstate is taken private.

Aimbridge Surpasses 100 Hotels

1/1/2013

Aimbridge surpasses 100 hotels under management, gaining recognition as a fast-growing third-party operator.

Aimbridge Expands Internationally

1/1/2015

Aimbridge expands internationally into Canada and the Caribbean.

Aimbridge and Interstate Hotels and Resorts Merge

1/13/2019

Aimbridge and Interstate Hotels and Resorts merge, forming the largest third-party hotel management company in the world, operating under the Aimbridge Hospitality name

Leading Globally

1/1/2020

Aimbridge Becomes a Global Leader

Aimbridge Creates Operating Divisions

1/1/2021

Aimbridge restructures into four specialized operating divisions to optimize focus on different hotel segments and regions.

Aimbridge Continues Global Expansion

1/1/2023

Aimbridge continues global expansion through acquisitions and strategic partnerships, reinforcing its leadership in hotel management.

Aimbridge Announces New Board of Managers

3/1/2025

Managers Bring Significant Hospitality and Leadership Experience with Proven Track Records

Aimbridge Launches Dedicated All-Inclusive Division

4/1/2025

This platform empowers partners to thrive in the dynamic All-Inclusive hospitality space

The Industry’s Leading Third-Party Hotel Operator

5/1/2025

Aimbridge Hospitality now manages hotels across North America, Europe, and Latin America, serving as the trusted management partner for top global hotel brands.