Choice Hotels International, Inc.

Choice Hotels International, Inc. is an American multinational hospitality company and one of the world's largest lodging franchisors. Headquartered in North Bethesda, Maryland, the company's core business revolves around connecting the world through hospitality by bringing together people, brands, and technology to enable the success of its franchisees and welcome guests globally.

The company operates a diverse portfolio of 22 hotel brands across the economy, midscale, upscale, upper upscale, and extended-stay segments. Key brands include Comfort Inn, Comfort Suites, Quality Inn, Clarion, Ascend Hotel Collection, Cambria Hotels, Econo Lodge, Rodeway Inn, Sleep Inn, MainStay Suites, Suburban Studios, WoodSpring Suites, and Everhome Suites. In August 2022, Choice Hotels expanded its portfolio significantly by acquiring Radisson Hotels Americas, adding nine brands such as Radisson, Radisson Blu, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, and Park Plaza to its offerings.

Recent developments at Choice Hotels International include a leadership transition, with Patrick Pacious stepping down as President and CEO and Dominic Dragisich appointed as Interim CEO. Tony Pallas was also promoted to Chief Technology Officer in June 2026. The company continues to strengthen its position in the extended-stay market, marked by the opening of its 30th Everhome Suites hotel, and is actively implementing AI-powered tools for franchise owners. Choice Hotels' loyalty program, Choice Privileges, was recognized as the #1 hotel rewards program for the second consecutive year in June 2026.