Lobby reception area at Westin Hotels & Resorts with a woman in business attire walking past the counter and a person holding a pink suitcase walking in the foreground.

City skyline with tall buildings and a large body of water visible in the distance, seen from a window.

A tall modern building with the word 'Westin' on the top, seen behind lush green trees and a curved sidewalk with a metal railing in the foreground.

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The exterior of The Blackstone building illuminated with blue lighting, featuring arched windows, decorative stonework, and a black awning over the entrance.

Tree-lined walkway in an urban plaza, with buildings on either side and outdoor seating with umbrellas in the distance.

The exterior of a modern hotel building at sunset with a fountain in front, illuminated with colorful purple, orange, and blue lights, and the word 'Westin' visible near the entrance.

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City skyline featuring tall modern buildings, a large park with lush green trees, a fountain in the middle, and the ocean in the background.

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Vinayaka Hospitality

Rooted in Hospitality.
Powered by People.

We own and operate fourteen hotels across the Midwest. Growing hasn't changed how we work. We stay close to our teams, our hotels, and the neighborhoods around them.

Who We Are

We purchased our first hotel in 2008 and have grown thoughtfully from there. In a constantly evolving industry, we continue to learn and adapt. At the center of our philosophy is creating a culture that values and empowers our people.

Our Approach

We lead with a hands-on, open-door approach. We communicate openly, work side by side with our teams, and make a point of listening to the people who bring our hotels to life.

Who We Work With

We work with trusted hospitality brands including Hilton, Hyatt, and Marriott, maintaining brand standards while creating consistent and welcoming guest experiences across every property.

Portfolio

Stay with Us

Browse our hotels across the Midwest. Each one pairs a brand you know with a team that's glad you're here.

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Total Rooms

Each one prepared with care for every guest.

Properties

Located in key destinations and growing markets.

Event Space (sq ft)

Designed for meetings, milestones, and every celebration in between.

Press

In the News

May 2026

Vinayaka Hospitality Snags “Hotel of Presidents” for $43M

Landmark Blackstone Hotel acquired in Chicago’s Loop.

The Real Deal

Feb 2026

Redefining Guest Experiences

CEO Komal Patel on modern hotel design at Chicago Marriott Oak Brook.

Oak Brook Magazine

Dec 2025

Hotel on Chicago’s Mag Mile Sells for $72 Million

Vinayaka Hospitality acquires the 752-room Westin Michigan Avenue.

CoStar

Community

Hospitality Beyond Hotels

Giving back is one of our favorite parts of what we do. All year long, our teams volunteer, team up with local organizations, and show up for the causes their neighborhoods care about. To us, hospitality doesn't end at checkout.

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