Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Hotel Development Solutions
Founded in 1998 by Tom Hunt, PHD Hotels has established itself as a leader in hotel development and management across the southeastern United States. Our focus on building quality Hilton and Marriott brand hotels reflects a commitment to excellence in hospitality. We prioritize team development and guest satisfaction while delivering exceptional returns for investors. By limiting management to properties we develop, we maintain a hands-on approach that ensures consistent quality across our portfolio. With 20 completed hotel projects totaling over $135 million in development costs, we have successfully sold 14 properties to national and regional buyers.Our achievements include industry recognition such as Hilton Multi-Brand Developer of the Year and Marriott TownePlace Suites Diamond Circle Award. Through strategic growth and operational expertise, we create value by stabilizing properties within years of development. Our team combines decades of experience with specialized knowledge of Hilton and Marriott brand standards. Community engagement remains central to our operations, with leadership roles in local organizations and youth programs. This combination of financial acumen, operational excellence, and community focus positions PHD Hotels as a trusted partner in hospitality development.
Services
Hotel Development
Property Management
Revenue Optimization
Investor Relations
Brand Partnerships
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have developed 20+ Hilton and Marriott hotels since 1998
- Our team includes founders with $135M+ in hotel development experience
- Hands-on management approach for all properties we develop
- Award-winning track record with Hilton and Marriott systems
- Proven success selling 14 hotels to national REITs
What people say
Exceptional return
Top awards
Guest satisfaction
Hands-on approach
Stabilized operating level
Services
Hotel Development
Specializing in Hilton and Marriott brand hotels, our development process combines market analysis with brand-specific expertise. We handle site selection, financing, and construction oversight to create properties that meet brand standards while maximizing investor returns. Our track record includes 20 completed projects across five states.
Property Management
We provide hands-on management for all properties we develop, maintaining direct oversight of daily operations. Our approach focuses on guest satisfaction, staff development, and brand compliance while implementing revenue optimization strategies tailored to each property's market position.
Investor Relations
With experience raising $41 million in investor equity, we offer transparent communication and performance reporting for hotel investments. Our strategy emphasizes clear exit pathways through property stabilization and positioning for institutional buyers while maintaining consistent returns during ownership.
Revenue Optimization
Our revenue management team implements data-driven pricing strategies across all properties. By analyzing market trends and competitor positioning, we maximize occupancy rates and average daily rates while maintaining brand standards and guest satisfaction metrics.
Brand Partnerships
We maintain strong relationships with Hilton and Marriott through active participation in brand advisory councils. Our expertise in brand-specific development guidelines ensures compliance while leveraging system-wide resources to enhance property performance and market positioning.
People
Thomas L. Hunt, Jr.
Chief Executive Officer
Founder with 25+ years of hotel development experience, having raised $41M in equity and overseen 20 hotel projects totaling $135M in value. Served on Hilton advisory councils and helped design Home2 Suites brand.
Christopher D. Chavis
President
Led daily operations since 1998 with accounting and psychology degrees from Auburn University. Supervises financial reporting and investor communications while maintaining active community involvement through Kiwanis leadership.
James T. Hunt
Vice President
Started as desk clerk in 2011, now manages revenue strategies and property inspections. Focuses on maximizing returns through pricing optimization and quality control across the hotel portfolio.
Janet Haley
Director of Accounting
Manages financial operations with expertise in hospitality accounting systems. Oversees budgeting, tax compliance, and financial reporting for all hotel properties in the portfolio.
Sheila Young
Office Manager
Coordinates administrative operations and office systems. Provides organizational support across departments while maintaining office infrastructure and communication protocols.
Questions
What hotel brands does PHD Hotels work with?
We specialize in Hilton and Marriott brand hotels, including Hampton Inn, Hilton Garden Inn, Home2 Suites, and TownePlace Suites properties.
How many hotels has PHD Hotels developed?
Since 1998, we've developed 20 hotel projects totaling over $135 million in development value across five southeastern states.
What areas do you serve?
Our focus includes Alabama markets like Birmingham, Huntsville, and Montgomery, plus Georgia locations in Macon and Atlanta, and selected markets in Mississippi and Florida.
How does PHD approach property management?
We maintain direct management of all properties we develop, providing hands-on oversight through experienced leadership teams at each location.
What investor opportunities exist?
We offer equity investment opportunities in select development projects with transparent reporting and defined exit strategies through institutional buyer relationships.
How do you ensure hotel quality?
Our quality control includes regular property inspections, brand compliance monitoring, and revenue management strategies to maintain high guest satisfaction scores.
