# Visions Hotels

> Visions Hotels is a privately held, Upstate New York–rooted hotel development and management company that operates a multi-brand portfolio across New York, Pennsylvania, and New England, combining hotel ownership, development, and centralized operating services.

Company page on Leadbay: https://mad-max.leadbay.ai/company/visionshotels.com · loaded 2026-10-30

## At a glance

- Website: https://visionshotels.com
- Team based in: Corning (visionshotels.com and 1 more)
- Founded: 1996 (visionshotels.com and 1 more)
- Founders: Arun “Andy” Patel
- Industry: Hospitality
- Employees: 132 (employees and founders, investors not counted; visionshotels.com and 1 more)
- Seen in its site's code: Google Workspace (MX alt4.aspmx.l.google.com) (read 2026-10-30)
- Email: info@visions-hotels.com

## What it sells, to whom

- Visions Hotels is a privately held, Upstate New York–rooted hotel development and management company that operates a multi-brand portfolio across New York, Pennsylvania, and New England, combining hotel ownership, development, and centralized operating services. ([visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/about), [visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/), [visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/expertise))

## Why it stands out

- Best Western Directors Award (Best Western Hornell) ([visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/about))
- Lighthouse Award and Circle of Excellence (Hampton Inn Painted Post) ([visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/about))
- Lighthouse Award (Hampton Inn Potsdam) ([visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/about))
- Circle of Excellence (Hampton Inn Rome) ([visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/about))
- IHG Torchbearer Awards (multiple Candlewood Suites and Holiday Inn Express properties) ([visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/about))
- Marriott Platinum, Gold, and Silver Awards across multiple Courtyard/Fairfield properties ([visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/about))
- Competes with: Marriott International, Hilton, Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, Best Western Hotels & Resorts, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Accor, Radisson Hotel Group ([rocketreach.co](https://rocketreach.co/visions-hotels-profile_b5cc7513f42e0abf))

## Products and services

- Hotel development and construction management ([visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/expertise), [visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/hotels), [mylighthouse.com](https://www.mylighthouse.com/resources/podcast/reimagining-revenue-strategy-with-jason-d-agostino-of-visions-hotels))
- Hotel management and operations ([visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/expertise), [visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/hotels), [mylighthouse.com](https://www.mylighthouse.com/resources/podcast/reimagining-revenue-strategy-with-jason-d-agostino-of-visions-hotels))
- Sales and marketing ([visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/expertise), [visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/hotels), [mylighthouse.com](https://www.mylighthouse.com/resources/podcast/reimagining-revenue-strategy-with-jason-d-agostino-of-visions-hotels))
- Revenue management ([visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/expertise), [visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/hotels), [mylighthouse.com](https://www.mylighthouse.com/resources/podcast/reimagining-revenue-strategy-with-jason-d-agostino-of-visions-hotels))
- Asset management ([visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/expertise), [visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/hotels), [mylighthouse.com](https://www.mylighthouse.com/resources/podcast/reimagining-revenue-strategy-with-jason-d-agostino-of-visions-hotels))
- Centralized accounting ([visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/expertise), [visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/hotels), [mylighthouse.com](https://www.mylighthouse.com/resources/podcast/reimagining-revenue-strategy-with-jason-d-agostino-of-visions-hotels))
- Renovation management ([visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/expertise), [visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/hotels), [mylighthouse.com](https://www.mylighthouse.com/resources/podcast/reimagining-revenue-strategy-with-jason-d-agostino-of-visions-hotels))
- Portfolio of 68 listed hotels across New York, Pennsylvania, and New England as shown on the current website ([visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/expertise), [visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/hotels), [mylighthouse.com](https://www.mylighthouse.com/resources/podcast/reimagining-revenue-strategy-with-jason-d-agostino-of-visions-hotels))
- Branded and independent properties spanning Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Best Western, and boutique/independent hotels ([visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/expertise), [visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/hotels), [mylighthouse.com](https://www.mylighthouse.com/resources/podcast/reimagining-revenue-strategy-with-jason-d-agostino-of-visions-hotels))

## Customers and markets

- **Customers**: Hotel owners and investors seeking development, operational management, revenue management, sales/marketing, accounting, renovation, and asset-management services, Guests staying at Visions-managed branded and independent hotels, Brand partners including Marriott, Hilton, IHG, and Best Western ([visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/about), [visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/expertise), [visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/hotels))
- **Markets**: New York ([visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/), [visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/hotels))
- **Markets**: Connecticut ([visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/), [visionshotels.com](https://visionshotels.com/hotels))

## Team

- Arun “Andy” Patel, Founder
- Rakesh Patel, Vice President of Operations
- Deirdre Dieter, Corporate Director of Sales
- Matthew Spencer, Director of Compliance
- Valery McCarthy, Corporate Director of Human Resources
- Syed Younus, Regional Director of Operations Western NY Region
- Hemant Patel, Not related to Arun

## Latest news

- 2026-07-09 · [Visions Hotels sees longterm opportunities at the Mansion, Roycroft Inn - Buffalo Business First](https://www.bizjournals.com/buffalo/news/2026/07/09/visions-hotels-roycroft-inn-mansion-delaware.html) (bizjournals.com)
- 2026-07-01 · [Douglas Jemal sells The Mansion on Delaware Avenue, Roycroft Inn for $6.5M](https://www.wkbw.com/news/local-news/buffalo/douglas-jemal-sells-the-mansion-on-delaware-avenue-roycroft-inn-to-visions-hotels-for-6-5-million) (wkbw.com)
- 2025-10-09 · [The Intersection of F&B and Revenue Management in Hotels - Hospitality Net](https://www.hospitalitynet.org/opinion/4129294/the-intersection-of-f-b-and-revenue-management-in-hotels) (hospitalitynet.org)
- 2024-02-02 · [Spark by Hilton Now Open in Rochester, NY](https://www.visitrochester.com/newsroom/press-releases/post/spark-by-hilton-now-open-in-rochester-ny/) (visitrochester.com)

## Where to find more

- [About Visions](https://visionshotels.com/about)
- [Elevate Your Career with Visions Hotels](https://visionshotels.com/careers)
- [This page in Markdown, for agents](https://mad-max.leadbay.ai/company/visionshotels.com.md)

## Decision makers

- [Arun “Andy” Patel](https://mad-max.leadbay.ai/person/arun-andy-patel--visionshotels.com.md), Founder
- [Rakesh Patel](https://mad-max.leadbay.ai/person/rakesh-patel--visionshotels.com.md), Vice President of Operations
- [Deirdre Dieter](https://mad-max.leadbay.ai/person/deirdre-dieter--visionshotels.com.md), Corporate Director of Sales
- [Matthew Spencer](https://mad-max.leadbay.ai/person/matthew-spencer--visionshotels.com.md), Director of Compliance
- [Valery McCarthy](https://mad-max.leadbay.ai/person/valery-mccarthy--visionshotels.com.md), Corporate Director of Human Resources
- [Syed Younus](https://mad-max.leadbay.ai/person/syed-younus--visionshotels.com.md), Regional Director of Operations Western NY Region

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Where it comes from: 20 sites read (visionshotels.com, 7visionshotels.com, linkedin.com, mylighthouse.com, rocketreach.co, sec.gov, ledger.svi.solutions, wkbw.com, …).

## Best angle

2026-08-21 · Recognition: 🏆 PLATINUM CIRCLE AWARD WINNERS! 🏆 (1 source)

## Signals: what happened

- 2026-09-29 · News: 🏠✨ Behind every sparkling clean room is a hardworking heart! ✨🏠 (1 source: [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/visions-hotels_behind-every-sparkling-clean-room-is-activity-7510730991691489280-3_3R))
- 2026-08-30 · News: ❤️ Celebrating an Incredible Team! ❤️ (1 source: [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/visions-hotels_celebrating-an-incredible-team-activity-7499942723425095680-xODH))
- 2026-08-21 · Recognition: 🏆 PLATINUM CIRCLE AWARD WINNERS! 🏆 (1 source: [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/visions-hotels_platinum-circle-award-winners-we-activity-7496667983323488256-ekTi))
- 2026-07-09 · News: Visions Hotels sees longterm opportunities at the Mansion, Roycroft Inn (1 source: [bizjournals.com](https://www.bizjournals.com/buffalo/news/2026/07/09/visions-hotels-roycroft-inn-mansion-delaware.html))
- 2026-07-01 · Fundraising: Douglas Jemal sells The Mansion on Delaware Avenue, Roycroft Inn for $6.5M (1 source: [wkbw.com](https://www.wkbw.com/news/local-news/buffalo/douglas-jemal-sells-the-mansion-on-delaware-avenue-roycroft-inn-to-visions-hotels-for-6-5-million))
- 2026-06-19 · News: 🎊 Celebrating 30 Years of Hospitality Excellence! 🎊 (3 sources: [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/visions-hotels_30-years-of-hospitality-teamwork-and-activity-7473728137516724224-yNYJ), [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/visions-hotels_celebrating-30-years-of-visions-hotels-activity-7475622329021202432-ma3b), [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/visions-hotels_celebrating-30-years-of-hospitality-excellence-activity-7475961724442083328-6V7h))
- 2026-06-19 · News: 🎉🥳 Cheers to 30 Years at Holiday Inn Express Olean! 🥳🎉 (1 source: [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/visions-hotels_cheers-to-30-years-at-holiday-inn-express-activity-7473845477097033728-xlFq))
- 2026-06-19 · News: 🎉💙 Celebrating 30 Years at Candlewood Suites Evans Mills! 💙🎉 (1 source: [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/visions-hotels_celebrating-30-years-at-candlewood-suites-activity-7473846268990017536-0egn))
- 2026-04-02 · Recognition: We are incredibly proud to share that our Hampton Inn East Aurora, NY has been recognized for the Hampton Inn Conrad Award! This achievement is a true reflection of the passion, dedication, … (1 source: [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/visions-hotels_awardwinning-hospitalityexcellence-teamwork-activity-7445564492953903105-ym2B))
- 2026-04-02 · News: 🐣✨ Egg-cellent creativity across our hotels! ✨🐣 (1 source: [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/visions-hotels_teamvisions-easterfun-hospitalitylife-activity-7445554189398798336-0aSv))
- 2026-04-01 · Fundraising: An affiliate, Ithaca Lodging Associates LLC, purchased the Country Inn & Suites and Econo Lodge in the Ithaca area for $4.125M; the deal represented Visions’ first lodging properties in Tompkins County (4 sources: [bizjournals.com](https://www.bizjournals.com/buffalo/news/2026/07/09/visions-hotels-roycroft-inn-mansion-delaware.html), [ithacavoice.org](https://ithacavoice.org/2026/04/local-hotels-sell-at-deep-discount-to-regional-hotelier/), [wkbw.com](https://www.wkbw.com/news/local-news/buffalo/douglas-jemal-sells-the-mansion-on-delaware-avenue-roycroft-inn-to-visions-hotels-for-6-5-million))
- 2025-10-09 · News: The Intersection of F&B and Revenue Management in Hotels (1 source: [hospitalitynet.org](https://www.hospitalitynet.org/opinion/4129294/the-intersection-of-f-b-and-revenue-management-in-hotels))

## Working on now

- Expanding portfolio of boutique and chain hotels in New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania.
- Completing renovations and rebrandings, such as the Spark by Hilton in Watertown (opened October 2026).
- Developing new hospitality experiences, including the launch of the Lilyhouse restaurant and bar in the Amherst Buffalo Marriott (August 2026).
- Strategic expansion in Central New York to support anticipated demand from the Micron technology project.
- Focusing on next-generation family leadership training through hands-on property management.

From: [Renovated Watertown hotel opens as Spark by Hilton, Grand Opening in November | Top Stories | nny360.com](https://www.nny360.com/top_stories/renovated-watertown-hotel-opens-as-spark-by-hilton-grand-opening-in-november/article_83a53b4f-2114-549e-84d6-74c08faaa676.html), [New Owners Outline Vision for The Roycroft Inn and Mansion on Delaware - East Aurora Advertiser](https://www.eastaurorany.com/articles/new-owners-outline-vision-for-the-roycroft-inn-and-mansion-on-delaware/), [Dual-branded Marriott hotel planned a few miles from Micron site in Central NY - syracuse.com](https://www.syracuse.com/business/2025/03/dual-branded-marriott-hotel-planned-a-few-miles-from-micron-site-in-central-ny.html), [Lilyhouse Is the New Restaurant and Bar Inside Amherst's Renovated Buffalo Marriott - Step Out Buffalo](https://stepoutbuffalo.com/lilyhouse-amherst-buffalo-marriott-restaurant/)

## Summary

Visions Hotels is a Rochester-based hotel management and development company that provides hospitality services, including sales, marketing, revenue management, and property development [1][2][3]. The company partners with major brands such as Marriott, Hilton, IHG, and Best Western to operate properties for stakeholders [2][4]. The firm serves hotel owners and investors, competing within the broader hospitality management industry [2][4].

[1]: https://visionshotels.com/ "Elevating Hospitality"
[2]: https://visionshotels.com/expertise "Our Expertise"
[3]: https://www.wkbw.com/news/local-news/buffalo/douglas-jemal-sells-the-mansion-on-delaware-avenue-roycroft-inn-to-visions-hotels-for-6-5-million "Douglas Jemal sells The Mansion on Delaware Avenue, Roycroft Inn for $6.5M"
[4]: https://visions-hotels.com/what-we-do/ "What We Do | Visions Hotels"
[5]: https://www.bizjournals.com/buffalo/news/2026/07/09/visions-hotels-roycroft-inn-mansion-delaware.html "New owner sees 'generational' potential in boutique Buffalo hotels - Buffalo Business First"
[6]: https://visionshotels.com/leadership "Our Leadership"
[7]: https://visionshotels.com/about "About Visions"
[8]: https://visionshotels.com/hotels "Our Hotels"

## Sources

- [Visions Hotels's website](https://visionshotels.com)
- [Renovated Watertown hotel opens as Spark by Hilton, Grand Opening in November | Top Stories | nny360.com](https://www.nny360.com/top_stories/renovated-watertown-hotel-opens-as-spark-by-hilton-grand-opening-in-november/article_83a53b4f-2114-549e-84d6-74c08faaa676.html)
- [New Owners Outline Vision for The Roycroft Inn and Mansion on Delaware - East Aurora Advertiser](https://www.eastaurorany.com/articles/new-owners-outline-vision-for-the-roycroft-inn-and-mansion-on-delaware/)
- [Dual-branded Marriott hotel planned a few miles from Micron site in Central NY - syracuse.com](https://www.syracuse.com/business/2025/03/dual-branded-marriott-hotel-planned-a-few-miles-from-micron-site-in-central-ny.html)
- [Lilyhouse Is the New Restaurant and Bar Inside Amherst's Renovated Buffalo Marriott - Step Out Buffalo](https://stepoutbuffalo.com/lilyhouse-amherst-buffalo-marriott-restaurant/)
- [Arun Patel](https://www.loopnet.com/commercial-real-estate-brokers/profile/arun-patel/1khttm6b)
- [Local hotels sell at deep discount to regional hotelier - The Ithaca Voice](https://ithacavoice.org/2026/04/local-hotels-sell-at-deep-discount-to-regional-hotelier/)
- [sec.gov](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/2007681/000200768124000001/0002007681-24-000001.txt)