Business Details
50 Years
experience
Your Trusted Hospitality Partner Since 1976
Midamerica Hotels has been family-owned and operated since 1976, building on a legacy that traces back to the 1940s with Drury Tile and Plastering Company. Our journey began with a commitment to quality construction and evolved into a hospitality enterprise managing award-winning hotels and restaurants across five states. With over 46 years of experience, we prioritize exceptional guest service, rooted in the values of faith, family, and community. Our team is trained to deliver hospitality that reflects our extended family ethos, ensuring every guest feels valued. We own and operate brands like Burger King, Holiday Inn Express, Hampton Inn, and Fairfield Inn, alongside commercial real estate development.Our multi-generational leadership ensures continuity in our mission to exceed expectations. Headquartered in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, we maintain the same corporate office since 1976, blending tradition with innovation. Our vision emphasizes pride in service, fostering team growth, and maintaining operational simplicity. We serve travelers for business or leisure, offering consistent quality across Southeast Missouri, South St. Louis, Southern Illinois, Western Kentucky, and Northeast Arkansas. Our third-generation family involvement underscores our dedication to sustainable, values-driven business practices.
Services
Hotel Management
Restaurant Franchising
Commercial Real Estate Development
Property Management
Construction Services
Hospitality Consulting
Franchise Operations
Guest Services
Real Estate Leasing
Hospitality Training
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- Family-owned and operated since 1976 with multi-generational expertise
- Award-winning hospitality across Midwest hotels and restaurants
- Comprehensive commercial real estate development opportunities available
- Team members trained in our proven hospitality standards
- Multi-state presence serving five regions with localized expertise
Services
Hotel Management
We manage award-winning hotel brands including Holiday Inn Express, Hampton Inn, and Fairfield Inn across five Midwestern states. Our approach combines standardized quality with localized service excellence. With decades of experience, we ensure operational efficiency while maintaining guest satisfaction through consistent training and family-driven values.
Restaurant Franchising
Operating over 35 Burger King locations, we deliver fast, quality service across the Midwest. Our franchise management focuses on maintaining brand standards while adapting to local market needs. Our multi-generational expertise ensures efficient operations and consistent customer experiences at every location.
Commercial Real Estate Development
We develop and lease commercial properties in strategic Midwest locations, including South St. Louis County and Northeast Arkansas. Our portfolio includes hospitality-focused developments that support both our hotel operations and external tenants. This vertical integration strengthens our regional market presence and operational control.
Construction Services
Our in-house construction team manages hotel renovations and new builds, maintaining quality control from concept to completion. With expertise dating to the 1940s Drury Tile and Plastering roots, we ensure cost-effective, high-quality construction that aligns with our hospitality standards and long-term operational needs.
Property Management
We provide comprehensive management for hotel and commercial properties across five states. Our services include maintenance, staff training, and operational optimization. This centralized management approach ensures consistent service quality while leveraging economies of scale across our multi-property portfolio.
People
Jim Drury
Founder
Co-founder of Midamerica Hotels in 1976, Jim Drury established the company's family-driven hospitality philosophy. His leadership transformed the business from its construction roots into a multi-state hospitality enterprise, maintaining continuous operations from the original Cape Girardeau office.
Daniel Drury
President
As President, Daniel Drury oversees daily operations of the hotel and restaurant portfolio. Third-generation leader with decades of experience in hospitality management, he continues the family tradition of combining innovation with the core values established by his father, Jim Drury.
John Drury
Construction Manager
John Drury directs all construction projects, leveraging the family's original expertise in tile and plastering. His work ensures quality building standards across new developments and renovations, maintaining the company's commitment to durable, guest-focused infrastructure since joining the leadership team.
Diane Drury Janet
Real Estate Director
Diane Drury Janet leads real estate development initiatives, expanding the company's commercial property portfolio. Her strategic vision focuses on identifying growth opportunities in the Midwest market, building on her family's decades of regional business experience and community connections.
Ken Drury
Board Member
Ken Drury serves on the Board of Directors, contributing strategic oversight to the company's long-term growth. As part of the founding generation, his perspective helps maintain continuity in business decisions while supporting innovation in hospitality operations and development.
Questions
What hotel brands does Midamerica Hotels Corporation operate?
We manage Holiday Inn Express, Hampton Inn, Fairfield Inn, and Auburn Place Hotel locations across Missouri, Kentucky, and Illinois.
Do you offer commercial real estate leasing opportunities?
Yes, we provide commercial and industrial property development opportunities for sale or lease in five Midwestern states.
How many Burger King locations do you operate?
We own and operate over 35 Burger King restaurants across four states in the Midwest region.
Is Midamerica Hotels Corporation locally owned?
Yes, we're a family-owned business based in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, with continuous operation since 1976.
What areas do you serve with your hospitality services?
Our hotels and restaurants serve Southeast Missouri, South St. Louis, Southern Illinois, Western Kentucky, and Northeast Arkansas.