November 14, 2025 – Neenah, WI – The Cobblestone brand conference kicked off this year in Orlando, Florida as owners, operators, and the Cobblestone Hotels leadership team gathered at the Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista Hotel on November 2nd and 3rd. The significance of Florida, and specifically Orlando, as the location of this year’s conference was not lost on attendees, as this was a favorite place of the late founder of Cobblestone Hotels – Brian Wogernese. It seemed fitting that the overarching topics of this year’s conference were company culture and a return to the fundamentals of the brand, as many of the discussions focused around maintaining Cobblestone’s identity in the face of constant change and remaining steadfast in promoting brand directives that will not only catapult Cobblestone into the future, but also build on and protect the standards that the franchise was built on.
Conversations About Culture
This year saw a refreshing return to conversation about the process of consciously creating and maintaining a culture that stays true to the small-town values and unique franchising structure that Cobblestone offers.
Cobblestone’s focus on growing alongside small communities remains one of the strongest selling points of the franchise. While complications caused by industry costs, operational challenges, and managing the growth of the brand in the face of an economic ecosystem that is constantly demanding more and bigger, Cobblestone leadership is conscious of the need to remain flexible while also remaining constant and true to the ideals that the brand was founded on.
While the franchise works to maintain its community-first culture, the brand also brought in keynote speakers Lucy Lantis and Meridith Elliott Powell to provide attendees with tools to take back to their hotels so that they too can actively participate in the process of building a culture, as leaders, that employees will feel a sense of belonging in.
Managing Growth; Maintaining Values
An overarching topic throughout many of the segments led by Cobblestone Hotels leadership was a return to the fundamentals of the brand, such as bolstering brand standards and brand identifiers, and shifting their focus on growing inward rather than outward.
From a development perspective, Cobblestone Hotels is continuing to pursue projects in communities that have a need for lodging. Since the 2024 conference, Cobblestone celebrated the openings of 8
locations and announced the signing of three more. Cobblestone Hotels President of Development Jeremy Griesbach also teased six additional signings that are expected by the end of the first quarter in 2026. Along with this new growth, Griesbach announced the brand’s intent to return to basics, including turning focus inward towards the hotels that are currently in operation and exploring creative ways to promote expansion from what currently exists in the framework of the franchise. Part of this initiative includes the intent to market the Main Street brand as independent from the standard hotel prototype, in an effort to capture yet another niche in the hospitality industry and allow Cobblestone to continue building recognition in the larger markets that they currently inhabit.
From the perspective of brand standards, 2025 saw the return of the full quality assurance visit brand wide, and a focus on brand integrity that will continue into the next year of quality assurance. Part of Cobblestone’s dedication to brand integrity includes the enforcement and implementation of property improvement plans, which serve to revitalize hotels that have been in operation for years and are beginning to see the effects of this wear throughout the property. Another program that was recently launched is Cobblestone Coffee and Connections, which is a collaborative, virtual meeting space dedicated to connecting properties with each other and their brand representative, allowing operators to ask questions about brand topics and discuss and share their experiences with their fellow general managers.
Though this return to basics is expected to remain a focus in 2025-2026, this does not override the brand’s dedication to growing with the times and exploring new partnerships and technologies to better serve their hotels and their communities. There are multiple programs that were teased at the 2024 Brand Conference that are actively in development today, including a contactless kiosk for the hotel’s onsite convenience stores, contactless check in & check out kiosks, and an internal rate strategy program that will make rate management more convenient for hotel operators.
As Cobblestone Hotels Brand President Josie Kilgore noted, the brand understands that they need to be “intentional” when launching new programs and new technological offerings. Each new technology is subjected to a rigorous piloting process with a collection of diverse locations to determine weak points and the overall viability of the program for the operations at hotels in all markets. The brand remains dedicated to figuring out ways to serve all locations and maintains that they will continue to pursue technological opportunities with the care and concern for impact and cost to all locations.
2024 BRAND AWARDS
The brand awards ceremony was held during a formal luncheon, where standout individuals throughout various levels of leadership at the property level were recognized for their dedication to their hotels and to their communities. This year, the coveted title of 2024 Property of the Year came with a bonus, courtesy of the owners of Cobblestone Hotels, LLC. An additional prize of $5,000 was extended to the winner of this award, to be donated to that property’s charity of choice. This is a nod to Cobblestone’s dedication to community and their belief that we grow together, not alone.
Winners of the 2024 Cobblestone Brand Awards:
Investor of the Year: Richard Carey, Cobblestone Hotel & Suites – Two Rivers, WI General Manager of the Year: Carrie Cote-Grindeland, Cobblestone Inn & Suites – Bottineau, ND Employee of the Year: Kelsey Runions, Cobblestone Hotel & Suites – Knoxville, IA Property of the Year: Cobblestone Inn & Suites – Denison, IA | Oak Ridge
These recipients will be recognized for their achievement with plaques to be displayed onsite at their properties as well as personalized name tags identifying them as 2024 awards winners.
About Cobblestone Hotels
Based in Neenah, WI Cobblestone Hotels, LLC is a leading upper-midscale hotel brand with over 158 hotels open, under construction, or in development in 26 states. The company continues to pride itself in filling the lodging needs of communities through its upper mid-scale new build brand. Signature amenities include high-speed Internet access, complimentary breakfast, onsite convenience stores, fitness centers, business centers, and more.
Cobblestone Hotels includes Cobblestone Hotels & Suites, Cobblestone Inn & Suites, Riverstone Suites, Boarders Inn & Suites, Centerstone Hotels, and KeyWest Hotels. For development information please visit www.CobblestoneFranchising.com.
Cobblestone Hotels offers the Cobblestone Rewards frequent stayer program where guests receive ten points for every dollar spent, and can be redeemed as award nights, or with other redemption partners. For more information visit www.CobblestoneRewards.com. Author: Elizabeth Braun | ebraun@cobblestonehotels.com
October 10, 2025 – Neenah, WI – Cobblestone Hotels celebrated the grand opening and official ribbon cutting ceremony for their new hotel in Bellefontaine, Ohio.
Speakers from area organizations dedicated to the development of the city addressed the crowd that gathered at the entrance to the hotel. Among the speakers were representatives from the Logan County Chamber of Commerce, Mary Rutan Health, Richwood Bank, the City of Bellefontaine, and members of the Cobblestone Hotels Development Team. Ben Vollrath, President of the Logan County Chamber of Commerce, reflected on his involvement on bringing Cobblestone to Bellefontaine, and celebrated the fact that while the journey was long, it is now in the hands of the community to support the hotel and help it grow. “This is now on us as a community to fill this place” Vollrath said, encouraging the residents of Bellefontaine to send their families, friends, and business associates to the Cobblestone Hotel & Suites. This hotel will provide lodging for patrons of local businesses and the friends and families of members of the community, and will serve to keep business in Bellefontaine rather than sending visitors out of town during their stay. One such business is Mary Rutan Health and the Mary Rutan Health System, which was founded in Bellefontaine and operates multiple
campuses throughout the city. On the subject of the hotel, Thomas Denbow, CFO of Mary Rutan Health, noted that “I think it’s just another proud welcoming for … any of the visitors that are coming to town”, asserting that the Cobblestone Hotel & Suites will be a great asset to the hospital in the sense of supporting their patients’ families and also providing in-town lodging for the employees that the health system brings to Bellefontaine for work.
Jeremy Griesbach, President of Development for Cobblestone Hotels, echoed these themes of growth and community, reinforcing that this hotel in Bellefontaine represents the mission of the hotel brand. “It’s just amazing” Griesbach said, “… to get to small town America, like Bellefontaine, and see the things you guys have going on in the community and how they’re willing to step up, participate, and what they’re willing to do to keep their accounts growing and prosperous”. Griesbach’s words reinforce that Cobblestone’s focus is not only to grow as a brand, but also to support the growth of the communities that welcome their hotels. This location is one of five in Ohio, and the brand hopes that this opening will be a catalyst for further expansion into the state and into the Eastern United States.
Guests at the Cobblestone Hotel & Suites will enjoy consistent Cobblestone amenities such as high-speed internet access, a complimentary hot breakfast each morning, and 24-hour Seattle’s Best Coffee service for all guests to enjoy. Each guestroom is tailored to meet the needs of the modern traveler, with in-room amenities such as flat-screen TVs, microwaves, mini-refrigerators, in-room coffee brewers, luxury linens, and bathroom essentials
Experience “Big City Quality…. Small Town Values” with every stay at any Cobblestone Hotels location across the United States. To find a Cobblestone that fits in with your travel plans, visit www.staycobblestone.com today!
To stay up to date with all of Cobblestone Hotels’ current and upcoming projects, make sure to “like” Cobblestone Hotels on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cobblestonehotels/.
About Cobblestone Hotels
Based in Neenah, WI Cobblestone Hotels, LLC is a leading upper-midscale hotel brand with over 159 hotels open, under construction, or in development in 26 states. The company continues to pride itself in filling the lodging needs of communities through its upper mid-scale new build brand. Signature amenities include high-speed Internet access, complimentary breakfast, onsite convenience stores, fitness centers, business centers, and more.
Cobblestone Hotels includes Cobblestone Hotels & Suites, Cobblestone Inn & Suites, Riverstone Suites, Boarders Inn & Suites, Centerstone Hotels, and KeyWest Hotels. For development information please visit www.CobblestoneFranchising.com.
Cobblestone Hotels offers the Cobblestone Rewards frequent stayer program where guests receive ten points for every dollar spent, and can be redeemed as award nights, or with other redemption partners. For more information visit www.CobblestoneRewards.com.
October 8, 2025 – Neenah, WI – Cobblestone Hotels celebrated the grand opening and official ribbon cutting ceremony for their new hotel in Ephraim, Utah.
Dozens gathered to participate in the welcoming of the Cobblestone Hotel & Suites to the city, including representatives from multiple area organizations dedicated to the development of the city and Sanpete county. Speakers from the Sanpete County Chamber of Commerce, Snow College, Sanpete County, the City of Ephraim, the Bank of Commerce, and members of the Cobblestone Hotels development team shared their enthusiasm for the beautiful new facility and the potential for growth that it represents for the local economy. One such speaker was the Mayor of the City of Ephraim, John Scott. Scott reflected on the longtime need for a lodging facility in Ephraim, to support local events and attractions and give those who come to Ephraim to patronize these local establishments a clean, comfortable place to stay. Scott spoke on the “tremendous pressure in Ephraim, to house people and to have a facility such as this”, referring to the Cobblestone Hotel & Suites. Mayor Scott named the Ephraim Utah Temple, which is currently under construction, and the Snow College as two major attractions that will continue bringing people to Ephraim for years to come and contribute to the demand for lodging in the city. Jeremy Griesbach, President of Development for Cobblestone Hotels, shared his enthusiasm for the growth of the brand in Utah. The establishment of Cobblestone in Ephraim represents the mission of Cobblestone Hotels, which, as Griesbach stated, is “Bringing quality lodging to rural America”. Griesbach noted that this hotel marks the franchise’s only location in Utah and shared his hopes that this will spark continued growth throughout the state and into the Western portion of the United States as well. Guests at the Cobblestone Hotel & Suites will enjoy consistent Cobblestone amenities such as high-speed internet access, a complimentary hot breakfast each morning, and 24-hour Seattle’s Best Coffee service for all guests to enjoy. Each guestroom is tailored to meet the needs of the modern traveler, with in-room amenities such as flat-screen TVs, microwaves, mini-refrigerators, in-room coffee brewers, luxury linens, and bathroom essentials Experience “Big City Quality…. Small Town Values” with every stay at any Cobblestone Hotels location across the United States. To find a Cobblestone that fits in with your travel plans, visit www.staycobblestone.com today! To stay up to date with all of Cobblestone Hotels’ current and upcoming projects, make sure to “like” Cobblestone Hotels on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cobblestonehotels/. About Cobblestone Hotels Based in Neenah, WI Cobblestone Hotels, LLC is a leading upper-midscale hotel brand with over 159 hotels open, under construction, or in development in 26 states. The company continues to pride itself in filling the lodging needs of communities through its upper mid-scale new build brand. Signature amenities include high-speed Internet access, complimentary breakfast, onsite convenience stores, fitness centers, business centers, and more.
Cobblestone Hotels includes Cobblestone Hotels & Suites, Cobblestone Inn & Suites, Riverstone Suites, Boarders Inn & Suites, Centerstone Hotels, and KeyWest Hotels. For development information please visit www.CobblestoneFranchising.com. Cobblestone Hotels offers the Cobblestone Rewards frequent stayer program where guests receive ten points for every dollar spent, and can be redeemed as award nights, or with other redemption partners. For more information visit www.CobblestoneRewards.com. Author: Elizabeth Braun | ebraun@cobblestonehotels.com
September 18, 2025 – Neenah, WI – Cobblestone Hotels celebrated breaking ground on their new hotel in Montevallo, AL.
An enthusiastic crowd gathered at the site of the new hotel to celebrate the addition of the Cobblestone Hotel & Suites to the community of Montevallo. In attendance were representatives from multiple area organizations including the City of Montevallo, Shelby County, and Central State Bank. Rusty Nix, Mayor for the City of Montevallo, shared his enthusiasm for the project and his excitement for the future of the city. The Cobblestone Hotel & Suites will be conveniently located in downtown Montevallo, which is populated by dozens of restaurants and small businesses that the hotel will support. Montevallo also hosts many events and attractions that bring people to the city year-round, including institutions such as the University of Montevallo and the Alabama National Cemetery, both of which are just minutes away from the site of the new hotel. Nix voiced his optimism that the hotel will give people a place to stay while they are visiting the city, and the hotel will ultimately “provide an uptick in revenue for businesses and business owners”, prompting further economic growth in Montevallo.
Representatives from Cobblestone Hotels came out to show their support for the new hotel, which exemplifies both the growth of the brand along with the growth of small-town America, which is central to the mission of Cobblestone. This Cobblestone Hotel & Suites location is Cobblestone’s fourth hotel to break ground in Alabama in 3 years, illustrating the brand’s rapid growth into the Southern United States.
This hotel will be a fifty-four room facility spanning four floors. Guests will be able to enjoy Cobblestone’s consistent amenities such as Seattle’s Best Coffee service, high-speed internet access, and a complimentary hot breakfast each morning. Guestrooms will be equipped with flat-panel televisions, microwaves, refrigerators, and in-room personal coffee brewers.
The Cobblestone Hotel & Suites will be located at 555 Main Street in Montevallo, Alabama. This hotel will host an onsite lounge, patio with firepit, business center, indoor swimming pool, onsite fitness center, and onsite convenience store to meet the needs of those seeking lodging in the Montevallo area. The property is being constructed by Brimark Builders and is managed by Slate Hospitality Group.
Based in Neenah, WI Cobblestone Hotels, LLC is a leading upper-midscale hotel brand with over 160 hotels open, under construction, or in development in 26 states. The company continues to pride itself in filling the lodging needs of communities through its upper mid-scale new build brand. Signature amenities include high-speed Internet access, complimentary breakfast, convenience store, fitness centers, business centers, and more.
Cobblestone Hotels includes Cobblestone Hotels & Suites, Cobblestone Inn & Suites, Riverstone Suites, Boarders Inn & Suites, Centerstone Hotels, and KeyWest Hotels. For development information please visit www.CobblestoneFranchising.com.
Cobblestone Hotels offers the Cobblestone Rewards frequent stayer program where guests receive ten points for every dollar spent, and can be redeemed as award nights, or with other redemption partners. For more information visit www.CobblestoneRewards.com
August 18, 2025– Neenah, WI – Cobblestone Hotels announces the opening of the Cobblestone Hotel & Suites in Ephraim, Utah.
This 54-guestroom hotel is located at 70 E 900 N Street in the city of Ephraim. Visitors to Ephraim will find themselves charmed by the breathtaking mountain views and by a community eager to share the beauty of their city and surrounding Sanpete County.
The Cobblestone Hotel & Suites is just minutes away from the attractions that Ephraim is known for, such as Snow College, which sees thousands of students each semester. Those travelling to town for business will also appreciate easy access to downtown Ephraim and the many unique local shops and restaurants that can be found there.
The Cobblestone Hotel & Suites – Ephraim offers guests classic Cobblestone Hotels amenities like coffee and tea makers, mini-refrigerators, microwaves, and flat-screen televisions in every room. A complimentary hot breakfast is offered each morning, and high-speed internet access can be found throughout the hotel. Complimentary Seattle’s Best coffee is featured 24/7 in the lobby. Onsite services such as coin-operated guest laundry, a business center with a computer and printer, an onsite convenience store, and an onsite exercise facility are available for all who choose to stay Cobblestone while visiting the city of Ephraim.
Whether you are travelling for business or leisure, when you stay Cobblestone, you will experience the “Big City Quality…. Small Town Values” that each location has to offer. Visit www.staycobblestone.com for reservations and more!
Based in Neenah, WI Cobblestone Hotels, LLC is a leading upper-midscale hotel brand with over 160 hotels open, under construction, or in development in 27 states. The company continues to pride itself in filling the lodging needs of communities through its upper mid-scale new build brand. Signature amenities include high-speed Internet access, complimentary breakfast, convenience stores, fitness centers, business centers, and more.
Cobblestone Hotels includes Cobblestone Hotels & Suites, Cobblestone Inn & Suites, Riverstone Suites, KeyWest Hotels, Centerstone Hotels, and Boarders Inn & Suites. For information on development please visit www.CobblestoneFranchising.com.
Cobblestone Hotels offers the Cobblestone Rewards frequent stayer program where guests receive ten points for every dollar spent, and can be redeemed as award nights, or with other redemption partners. For more information visit www.CobblestoneRewards.com.
July 16, 2025 – Neenah, WI – Cobblestone Hotels celebrated the groundbreaking of their new hotel in Monte Vista, CO.
The ceremony featured speakers from various local organizations such as the City of Monte Vista, RG Bank, and the local investment group. Members of the Monte Vista Chamber of Commerce were also present, along with other supportive members of the community. Representatives from Cobblestone Hotels also attended the event to demonstrate their support for this project and share in the excitement for the future of the brand and the future of Monte Vista.
Gigi Dennis, City Manager for the City of Monte Vista, spoke on the vision that she and many others share regarding the part that this hotel will play in the economic development of the city. The location of this hotel favors the Ski Hi Complex and event center in Monte Vista, which hosts events year-round and is a large source of tourism and revenue for the city. The hotel will be within walking distance of the event center and will offer guests a place to recharge and relax as they are attending local events both at Ski Hi and elsewhere in the area.
This Cobblestone Hotel & Suites belongs to Cobblestone’s Main Street product, which highlights modern design elements and incorporates local history into multiple facets of the building. The downtown location is also convenient to a variety of unique local eateries and shops that guests will appreciate easy access to during their stay in Monte Vista.
Dale Becker, Mayor of the City of Monte Vista, applauded the dedication demonstrated by the city as well as the local investors who all share the same dream for the future of their city. Becker stated, “We see what we can do when we become a community of believers and a community with lot of faith”. The group effort to bring this hotel to the city was the result of many years of effort on the part of local players who are passionate about their city and remain unwavering in their goal to propel Monte Vista towards continued economic growth.
Jeremy Griesbach, President of Development for Cobblestone Hotels, thanked the community of Monte Vista for being home to Cobblestone’s 10th location in Colorado and their first Main Street project in the state. “We do appreciate everything everybody has done” Griesbach said “It doesn’t happen without you.”
This hotel will be a sixty-two-room facility spanning four floors. Guests will be able to enjoy Cobblestone’s consistent amenities such as Seattle’s Best Coffee service, high-speed internet access, and a complimentary hot breakfast each morning. Guestrooms will be equipped with flat-panel televisions, microwaves, refrigerators, and in-room personal coffee brewers.
The Cobblestone Hotel & Suites will be located at 2351 Sherman Avenue in Monte Vista, Colorado. This hotel will host an onsite lounge, business center, indoor swimming pool, onsite fitness center, and onsite convenience store to meet the needs of those seeking lodging in the Monte Vista area. The property is being constructed by Brimark Builders and is managed by Slate Hospitality Group.
For updates on the progress of this location and others, please “like” Cobblestone Hotels on Facebook:
Based in Neenah, WI Cobblestone Hotels, LLC is a leading upper-midscale hotel brand with over 160 hotels open, under construction, or in development in 26 states. The company continues to pride itself in filling the lodging needs of communities through its upper mid-scale new build brand. Signature amenities include high-speed Internet access, complimentary breakfast, convenience store, fitness centers, business centers, and more.
Cobblestone Hotels includes Cobblestone Hotels & Suites, Cobblestone Inn & Suites, Riverstone Suites, Boarders Inn & Suites, Centerstone Hotels, and KeyWest Hotels. For development information please visit www.CobblestoneFranchising.com.
Cobblestone Hotels offers the Cobblestone Rewards frequent stayer program where guests receive ten points for every dollar spent, and can be redeemed as award nights, or with other redemption partners. For more information visit www.CobblestoneRewards.com
July 14, 2025 – Neenah, WI – Cobblestone Hotels announces their continued growth in the state of Alabama with the signing of the coming soon Cobblestone Hotel & Suites Main Street in Montevallo, AL with Montevallo Hotel Group, LLC. This Cobblestone Hotel & Suites Main Street location will feature the Cobblestone Marketplace-branded onsite convenience store, a meeting room, an onsite lounge, and a business center. This location will also offer a hot complimentary breakfast served each day, Seattle’s Best coffee service, and high-speed internet access throughout the hotel. Guestrooms are designed with an element of contemporary elegance and are perfectly tailored to meet the needs of modern travelers. In-room amenities include flat-screen TVs, additional electronics outlets, microwaves, minirefrigerators, personal coffee and tea brewers, hairdryers, iron and ironing boards, desks, luxury linens, and bathroom essentials. For updates on the progress of this location and others, please “like” Cobblestone Hotels on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cobblestonehotels/ Whether you are traveling for business or for leisure, you will experience the “Big City Quality… Small Town Values” that each location has to offer. Visit www.CobblestoneHotels.com for reservations or for more information.
About Cobblestone Hotels Based in Neenah, WI Cobblestone Hotels, LLC is a leading upper-midscale hotel brand with over 161 hotels open, under construction, or in development in 26 states. The company continues to pride itself in filling the lodging needs of communities through its upper mid-scale new build brand. Signature amenities include high-speed internet access, complimentary breakfast, convenience stores, fitness centers, business centers, and more. Cobblestone Hotels includes Cobblestone Hotels & Suites, Cobblestone Inn & Suites, Riverstone Suites, KeyWest Hotels, Centerstone Hotels, and Boarders Inn & Suites. For information on development please visit www.CobblestoneFranchising.com. Cobblestone Hotels offers the Cobblestone Rewards frequent stayer program where guests receive ten points for every dollar spent, and can be redeemed as award nights, or with other redemption partners. For more information visit www.CobblestoneRewards.com. Author: Elizabeth Braun | ebraun@cobblestonehotels.com
June 18, 2025 – Neenah, WI – Cobblestone Hotels announces the opening of the Cobblestone Hotel & Suites in Bellefontaine, Ohio. This 80-guestroom hotel is located at 171 Dowell Avenue in the city of Bellefontaine. Guests will appreciate convenient access to everything that the city has to offer just minutes away from the front doors of the hotel.
Bellefontaine is a flourishing city that boasts a wide variety of businesses and recreational opportunities that keep visitors coming to the city. Businesses like Clark State College, Daido Metal and the Mary Rutan Health System are busy year-round providing services to the community of Bellefontaine and beyond. Downtown Bellefontaine is rich in history that can be experienced firsthand by participating in tours or by visiting the Logan County History Center. Our hotel is also just minutes from countless local eateries and shopping outlets. While exploring the city, be sure to visit Fontaine Plaza or the High Point Village shopping centers to find all the supplies you need and more.
Whether you are travelling for business or leisure, when you stay Cobblestone, you will experience the “Big City Quality…. Small Town Values” that each location has to offer. Visit www.staycobblestone.com for reservations and more.
Based in Neenah, WI Cobblestone Hotels, LLC is a leading upper-midscale hotel brand with over 160 hotels open, under construction, or in development in 26 states. The company continues to pride itself in filling the lodging needs of communities through its upper mid-scale new build brand. Signature amenities include high-speed Internet access, complimentary breakfast, convenience store, fitness centers, business centers, and more.
Cobblestone Hotels includes Cobblestone Hotels & Suites, Cobblestone Inn & Suites, Riverstone Suites, KeyWest Hotels, Centerstone Hotels, and Boarders Inn & Suites. For development information please visit www.CobblestoneFranchising.com.
Cobblestone Hotels offers the Cobblestone Rewards frequent stayer program where guests receive ten points for every dollar spent, and can be redeemed as award nights, or with other redemption partners. For more information visit www.CobblestoneRewards.com.
June 10, 2025 – Neenah, WI – Cobblestone Hotels celebrated the groundbreaking of their third Alabama hotel in Bay Minette.
In attendance were representatives from the City of Bay Minette, United Bank, North Baldwin Chamber of Commerce and members of the Cobblestone Hotels team. All gathered alongside enthusiastic community members to celebrate this new addition to Bay Minette. The Mayor of Bay Minette, Robert ‘Bob’ Wills, expressed his gratitude to the private/public partnership on this project that “got us where we are this morning.” Wills went on to state, “this project … will be a great catalyst to help us bring other retail and restaurant (downtown); really continue us on our way in the development of our great city.” In addition to the Cobblstone Hotel project, Bay Minette’s downtown revitalization projects include a Big Mike’s Steakhouse and Novelis.
Jeremy Griesbach, President of Development for Cobblestone Hotels, further addressed the growth of Bay Minette by saying “when I first came to Bay Minette, I just could not believe all the stuff that was going on!” Griesbach went on to state how excited the Cobblestone brand was to be in Bay Minette for the groundbreaking of the brand’s third location in the state of Alabama. Griesbach also thanked all involved in brining this project to fruition including Jeff Rouzie, Mayor Wills and the City of Bay Minette council, Jason Padgett with North Baldwin Utilities, Alex Jones and United Bank, among many others.
This hotel will be a fifty-four room facility spanning four floors. Guests will be able to enjoy Cobblestone Hotels’ consistent amenities including complimentary hot breakfast each morning, 24-hour Seattle’s Best Coffee service, and high-speed internet access. Guestrooms will be equipped with flat-panel televisions, microwaves, refrigerators, and in-room personal coffee brewers.
The Cobblestone Hotel & Suites will be located on Sherman Avenue in Bay Minette, Alabama. This hotel will host an indoor swimming pool, business center, onsite fitness center, and onsite convenience store to meet the needs of those seeking lodging in the Bay Minette area. The property is being constructed by BriMark Builders and managed by Slate Hospitality Group.
Based in Neenah, WI Cobblestone Hotels, LLC is a leading upper-midscale hotel brand with over 160 hotels open, under construction, or in development in 26 states. The company continues to pride itself in filling the lodging needs of communities through its upper mid-scale new build brand. Signature amenities include high-speed Internet access, complimentary breakfast, convenience store, fitness centers, business centers, and more.
Cobblestone Hotels includes Cobblestone Hotels & Suites, Cobblestone Inn & Suites, Riverstone Suites, Boarders Inn & Suites, Centerstone Hotels, and KeyWest Hotels. For development information please visit
Cobblestone Hotels offers the Cobblestone Rewards frequent stayer program where guests receive ten points for every dollar spent, and can be redeemed as award nights, or with other redemption partners. For more information visit www.CobblestoneRewards.com
June 10, 2025 – Neenah, WI – Cobblestone Hotels celebrated the grand opening and official ribbon cutting ceremony for their new hotel Foley, AL. In attendance were members of both the South Baldwin Chamber and Coastal Alabama Business Chamber; representatives from the investment group Select Site Ventures, LLC, and officials from the City of Foley. Members of Cobblestone Hotels, the hotel management company Slate Hospitality Group, and the construction team at BriMark Builders were also present.
Frank Shepard, Director of Membership for the South Baldwin Chamber emceed the grand opening, boated that “there has been a ton of excitement” around this project and stated “this is more than a beautiful hotel … but this is also an answer to a growing needing in our community.” City of Foley Administrator Mike Thompson echoed this by saying, “having a hotel literally walking distance of our event center, really makes a difference in us maintaining some of the lodging from our sports facility.”
Jeremy Griesbach, President of Development for Cobblestone Hotels, expressed the brand’s excitement to be in Foley for the grand opening of their second location in Alabama plus one location under construction in Bay Minette, AL and works on other projects in the area as well, thanks to the support of Jeff ‘Coach’ Rouzie. Griesbach shared his gratitude for Rouzie, the City of Foley including the Mayor, Mike Thompson, inspections team, planning commission and utilities, noting “Everyone has been so helpful and made this a great project. It is always great to work with people who want to work with you!” Thanks was also give to Alabama Credit Union for their help in financing this project.
Guests at the Cobblestone Hotel & Suites – Foley will enjoy consistent Cobblestone brand amenities such as complimentary hot breakfast each morning, on-site Cobblestone Marketplace and 24-hour Seattle’s Best Coffee service for all guests to enjoy. Each guestroom is tailored to meet the needs of the modern traveler, with in-room amenities including flat-screen TVs, microwaves, mini-refrigerators, in-room coffee brewers, luxury linens, and bathroom essentials.
Experience “Big City Quality…. Small Town Values” with every stay at any Cobblestone Hotels location across the United States. To find a Cobblestone that fits in with your travel plans, visit www.staycobblestone.com today!
To stay up to date with all of Cobblestone Hotels’ current and upcoming projects, make sure to “like” Cobblestone Hotels on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cobblestonehotels/.
About Cobblestone Hotels
Based in Neenah, WI Cobblestone Hotels, LLC is a leading upper-midscale hotel brand with over 160 hotels open, under construction, or in development in 26 states. The company continues to pride itself in filling the lodging needs of communities through its upper mid-scale new build brand. Signature amenities include high-speed Internet access, complimentary breakfast, onsite convenience stores, fitness centers, business centers, and more.
Cobblestone Hotels includes Cobblestone Hotels & Suites, Cobblestone Inn & Suites, Riverstone Suites, Boarders Inn & Suites, Centerstone Hotels, and KeyWest Hotels. For development information please visit www.CobblestoneFranchising.com.
Cobblestone Hotels offers the Cobblestone Rewards frequent stayer program where guests receive ten points for every dollar spent, and can be redeemed as award nights, or with other redemption partners. For more information visit www.CobblestoneRewards.com.
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