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5 Hotel Launch Fails & What You Can Learn From Them | Episode 079 – Beds, Breakfast & Business

In Episode 079 of Beds, Breakfast & Business, we’re getting brutally honest about what can go wrong when launching a hotel. These are real hotel startup mistakes from real hoteliers—and more importantly, what they wish they’d done differently.

From launching without marketing (yes, really) to choosing the wrong site and blowing the budget on chandeliers, this episode is packed with valuable hotel business lessons. If you’re planning to open a boutique inn, eco-lodge, or heritage property, don’t miss these tips that can save you thousands—and your sanity.

🎧 Whether you’re six months from opening or just dreaming with a notebook, these stories will sharpen your strategy and calm your nerves.

📌 Episode Timeline:
00:00 – Introduction: Mistakes worth learning from
01:30 – Overlooking the cliff: Environmental red flags
03:10 – Eco-retreat in a truck yard: Know your guest
05:00 – Blowing the budget: Function first, luxury second
06:45 – Launching in silence: The danger of no marketing
08:30 – System overload: Don’t skip your tech setup
10:20 – 5 key takeaways for hotel startup success
11:50 – Extra tools in The Hotel Owner’s Roadmap

🎓 Download the full startup checklist and systems guide from The Hotel Owner’s Roadmap: Start, Manage & Grow → https://courses.keystonehospitalitydevelopment.com/course/the-hotel-owners-roadmap-start-manage-grow/

💬 COMMENT: Have you seen a hotel launch go sideways—or dodged one yourself? Share your story!

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Hotel Zoning Nightmares and How to Avoid Them | Episode 078 – Beds, Breakfast & Business

You’ve got the vision, the budget, and the passion—but do you have the right zoning? In Episode 078 of Beds, Breakfast & Business, we tackle one of the most overlooked (but crucial) parts of hotel development: zoning compliance.

This episode reveals the top zoning mistakes that first-time hotel developers make, how to verify your site before signing anything, and how to handle pushy agents, confusing permits, and misleading advice. Real stories, expert insights, and a step-by-step walkthrough that could save you tens of thousands—and your sanity.

🎧 Whether you’re launching a boutique hotel, heritage inn, or eco-lodge, this zoning guide is a must-listen for avoiding serious setbacks.

📌 Episode Timeline:
00:00 – Introduction: Zoning isn’t sexy—but it can sink you
01:20 – Understanding hotel zoning classifications
03:05 – Why cheap land often hides zoning issues
04:45 – How to research zoning laws before buying
06:15 – Consultants: when to use them and when to question them
08:00 – Real-life zoning fails (and what they cost)
10:40 – Critical questions to ask the planning department
12:15 – Final thoughts + course bonus

🎓 Get the full decision-making toolkit in The Hotel Owner’s Roadmap: Start, Manage & Grow – https://courses.keystonehospitalitydevelopment.com/course/the-hotel-owners-roadmap-start-manage-grow/

💬 QUESTION: What’s your biggest fear about building or buying a hotel? Let’s talk in the comments.

#HotelZoning #zoningRegulations #hotelZoningRegulations #ZoningRegulations #HotelDevelopment #LandUsePlanning #ZoningPermits #BoutiqueHotelPlanning #ZoningConsultants #HotelConstructionTips #ZoningApproval #IndependentHotelOwner

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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

🎓 Want the full toolkit? Grab The Hotel Owner’s Roadmap: Start, Manage & Grow and get our site selection checklist, zoning cheat sheet, and budgeting tools → https://courses.keystonehospitalitydevelopment.com/course/the-hotel-owners-roadmap-start-manage-grow/

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

#HotelSite #ChoosingaHotelSite #HotelSiteSelection #IndependentHotelTips #HotelDevelopment #HotelOwnerAdvice #BuildYourHotel #RedFlagsRealEstate #HotelPlanning #HospitalityStartups #HotelFoundations #SmartHotelInvesting

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