10 Red Flags to Watch for When Choosing a Hotel Site-077

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10 Red Flags to Watch When Choosing a Hotel Site | Episode 077 – Beds, Breakfast & Business

In Episode 077 of Beds, Breakfast & Business, we’re diving into a crucial topic for aspiring hoteliers: how to spot red flags when selecting a hotel location. That charming cliffside property or budget-friendly fixer-upper could be hiding expensive surprises.

This episode breaks down the 10 most common site selection mistakes—from unstable land and flood risk to zoning nightmares, poor accessibility, and mismatched market fit. Whether you’re planning to build a hotel or buy an existing one, these insights will protect your investment and your sanity.

Based on real-life lessons from the field, these tips can help you find a site that fits your vision and your guests’ expectations—without draining your bank account.

📌 Episode Timeline:
00:00 – Introduction: Location is your foundation
01:10 – Cheap land: what’s the real cost?
02:25 – Ground instability & erosion
03:35 – Flood-prone properties
04:50 – Bad neighbours = bad guest reviews
06:05 – Hard-to-reach locations lose bookings
07:05 – The local scene: what’s around you matters
08:10 – Zoning conflicts & delayed openings
09:15 – Infrastructure issues: no water, no hotel
10:05 – Location mismatch with guest profile
11:10 – Don’t be rushed—take your time
12:55 – Final takeaways + bonus resource

💬 Share your site-hunting horror stories or close calls in the comments—let’s learn from each other!

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⇒ TO READ OR LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ON KEYSTONE HOSPITALITY PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT:
https://hotelierhelpcast.com/2025/06/10-red-flags-to-watch-for-when-choosing-a-hotel-site-077

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🎓 Download the full site inspection checklist inside “The Hotel Owner’s Roadmap: Start, Manage & Grow” → https://courses.keystonehospitalitydevelopment.com/course/the-hotel-owners-roadmap-start-manage-grow/

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