Portland, OR - July 11, 2001 - Catapulted by the broad acceptance of its unique formula for offering amenity-rich lodgings at affordable rates, Shilo Inns has announced the next generation of growth at Shilo Inns: franchises. 
 

The west�s largest independently owned and operated hotel chain will create a new company within its organization, Shilo Franchise International LLC, offering four segment brands: Shilo Inns, Shilo Inn Suites, Shilo Inn Hotels, and Shilo Inn Suites Hotels. Shilo�s unique style of offering the best of both worlds to its guests is reflected in what it will offer franchisees.  The new company will provide qualified independent operators all the support and benefits of being part of a large chain, but with a more intimate level of service and attention the conglomerates can�t match. Shilo has one of the most well respected and

SHILO INNS was founded in 1974, and today, has more than 45 convenient locations in nine western states. Shilo Inns is considered the largest private, independently owned and operated hospitality company in the Western United States. Mark S. Hemstreet, Founder and Owner of Shilo Inns, learned a lot about the hospitality business from his mother and father. He demonstrated his entrepreneurial abilities at the age of 16 as  summer manager of a small motel. He cultivated an early vision of developing the best independent hotel/motel/resort chain in  the Pacific Northwest. The results of that experience, and dream,  culminated in his officially opening the first Shilo Inn at age 24, in 1974 (26-plus years ago).

Marketing support includes national and regional brand advertising, protected territories, central reservation systems, energy-friendly operations along with a loyal customer base. 

Shilo Inns is poised for further growth in the new millennium by continuing to deliver on its promise of providing all Shilo guests with clean, comfortable rooms and suites, complemented by genuine friendliness; earning its motto of �affordable excellence.�