Shilo Inn
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Shilo Inn is a mid priced hotel chain operating 47 hotels predominantly on the west coast of the United States, with a large concentration of locations in the state of Oregon. It competes primarily with mid range, family hotels such as Comfort Inn and Best Western, and today is one of the largest independently owned and operated Hotel companies in the Western United States.[1] Hotels are frequently 2-3 stories and of a blueish-gray color, although there are exceptions. Most properties feature swimming pools, spas, and saunas and all now feature free high speed internet.[2] Selected properties offer room service and a continental breakfast. Certain properties include a full service Shilo Restaurant and hotels in Beaverton, Klamath Falls, and Portland Oregon feature Cigar Bars.
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[edit] History
Shilo Inn was founded by Mark Hemstreet in 1974.[3] Mr. Hemstreet was know for funding conservative political causes and candidates. This funding was seen as an issue for boycotts of the hotel chain and may have played into the chain's financial fortunes. The first location opened in Portland, Oregon.
[edit] 2002 Bankruptcy
In March 2002, 27 Shilo Inns sought voluntary Chapter 11 reorganization protection, due to adverse effects on the travel industry stemming from the September 11 terrorist attacks. On March 23, 2003 however, the company successfully emerged.
