OUR STORY
ABOUT PALETTE
HOTELS
CULTIVATING THE FULL POTENTIAL OF OUR HOTELS AND OUR TEAM TO DELIVER BEST-IN-CLASS HOSPITALITY SERVICES.
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OUR TIMELINE
1980
The Lou Family started a chain of Chinese restaurants in NYC, known for their family-friendly culture and dedicated employees.
1990
Expanded into multi-family real estate ownership and property management, offering attention to detail and personal care.
2003
Ventured into hotel development with the first Wingate Inn in Manhattan, adapting the brand to an urban high-rise building.
2005
Launched Construction and Procurement arms, providing construction management, FF&E procurement, and consulting for developers.
2010
Developed and opened a Courtyard by Marriott in Manhattan's West SoHo neighborhood, positioning well for NYC's recovery post Great Financial Crisis.
2012
Launched an Asset Management team to ensure successful partnerships between ownership groups and operations.
2014
Richard Lou took over the family business, aiming to propel growth through relationships, talent, portfolio diversification, and innovation.
2015
Invested in two Hampton Inns in Orlando, executing major renovations for better competitiveness.
2018
Opened a new 274-room AC by Marriott in Downtown Manhattan.
2020
Acquired hotels in Fort Worth, Texas, and Salt Lake City, Utah.
2023
Acquired Esperanto Developments, vertically integrating into operations and rebranding as Palette Hotels.
2024+
Excited for the future, eager to work with partners and build relationships based on our service-focused approach.
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