Shilo Inns was founded in 1974, and today, has 15 convenient hotel locations in 7 Western states and Texas, as well as 7 restaurants. Shilo Inns is considered the largest private, independently owned and operated hospitality company in the Western United States. Mark S. Hemstreet, Founder and Owner of Shilo Inns, learned a lot about the hospitality business from his mother and father. He demonstrated his entrepreneurial abilities at the age of 16 as summer manager of a small motel. He cultivated an early vision of developing the best independent hotel/motel/resort chain in the Pacific Northwest. The results of that experience, and dream, culminated in his officially opening the first Shilo Inn at age 24, in 1974. Mr. Hemstreet contributes most of Shilo's success to the hard work and dedication of Shilo Employees, that truly enjoy pampering our guests with Shilo's special brand of hospitality. Each Shilo Inn has been designed to offer quality guest comfort at an affordable price. In-room amenities include free high speed Internet access in every room, first-run movies & entertainment, hair dryers, clock radios, microwaves, refrigerators, wet bars, coffee makers and ironing units. Most Shilo Inns have pools, spas, steam and sauna rooms. Fitness-oriented travelers enjoy Shilo Inns' fully-equipped exercise rooms. Many of the indoor recreation facilities are open 24 hours a day. Shilo's business travelers appreciate the complimentary amenities, such as dual phone lines, data ports, incoming fax service and free local calls & 800 number access. Guests enjoy a complimentary continental or full breakfast at many Shilo Inns. And, Shilo offers a choice between free major airline miles or Shilo's Star Reward. Shilo offers free high speed Internet access in all guest rooms and suites, as well as through out the entire hotel, restaurant, meeting and banquet facilities!