Sonesta Executes New Franchise Agreements, Hotel Openings in 2025

Image: Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island (photo courtesy Sonesta)
Image: Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island (photo courtesy Sonesta)
Noreen Kompanik
by Noreen Kompanik
Last updated: 12:30 PM ET, Mon July 28, 2025

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation has announced the execution of 31 new franchise agreements during the first half of 2025 along with 10 new hotel openings showcasing the company’s global expansion and growth strategy.

“The continued growth in the first half of 2025, with 31 new franchise agreements, highlights Sonesta's sustained momentum and our attractive value proposition for owners," said Keith Pierce, Sonesta’s EVP and President of Franchise & Development in a statement.

He added, "We're seeing continued demand across our diverse portfolio, which speaks to our ability to meet the needs of various markets and strengthens our existing owner relationships."

In spite of the macroeconomic and political headwinds that started the year, Sonesta's ongoing franchise expansion highlights its success in growing its footprint, bolstered by its fast, friendly, and flexible model, which appeals to hotel owners during times of uncertainty.

"Our tailored brand offerings and flexible standards are clearly resonating with developers looking for strategic growth," said Brian Quinn, Sonesta’s Chief Development Officer. "These 31 new agreements, spanning our distinct brands, along with the 10 recent openings, demonstrate our continued commitment to providing solutions that drive success for our franchisees and expand Sonesta's footprint in key locations."

New hotels in the portfolio include:

  • Sonesta Essential Baton Rouge - Baton Rouge, LA
  • Red Lion Hotel Charlotte - Charlotte, NC
  • Signature Inn Berkeley - Berkeley, CA
  • Americas Best Value Inn Donaldsonville - Donaldsonville, LA
  • Americas Best Value Inn Fredonia - Fredonia, NY
  • Sonesta Essentia Blue Springs - Blue Springs, MO
  • Sonesta Essential Overland Park - Overland Park, KS
  • Signature Inn Miami - Miami, FL
  • Americas Best Value Inn/Knights Inn Pilot Mountain (dual brand) – Pilot Mountain, NC

Sonesta’s diverse portfolio of 13 distinct brands provides owners and developers with a wide range of options across the upper-upscale, lifestyle, upscale, midscale, extended-stay, and economy segments.  

Guests of the new franchise locations can earn or redeem points as members of the award-winning Sonesta Travel Pass guest loyalty program.


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