Welcome to Royal Guest Hotels
Royal Guest Hotels is built on a simple belief: hospitality is not just a business—it’s a commitment to people, place, and purpose. For nearly five decades, our hotels have grown alongside the communities we serve, shaped by the dedication of team members, partners, and guests who have been part of our journey from the very beginning.
The Royal Guest Hotels story began in 1977, when Ravindra Patel, purchased the Davis Motel in Davis, California. Encouraged by family to relocate from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, the Patels found a welcoming community in Davis—one that would become home and the foundation of a lifelong calling. Those early years instilled a deep respect for hard work, teamwork, and service—values that continue to define Royal Guest Hotels today.
University Park Inn and Suites
Originally the Davis Motel in 1977. Constructed in 1998
Aggie Inn
Opened in 1987
Palm Court Hotel
Acquired in 1989, opened June 1994
Inn Off Capitol Park
Opened in July 2000
Hotel Med Park
Opened in July 2009
Hyatt Place UC Davis
Opened in March 2010
Hotel Berryessa, Winters CA
Acquired in 2014
Tapestry Collection by Hilton, Davis CA
Acquired in 2017
That hands-on upbringing shaped a leadership style grounded in humility and collaboration. To this day, leadership at Royal Guest Hotels is visible and engaged—working alongside team members, supporting busy front desks, and lending a hand wherever needed. This approach reflects a belief that great hotels are built not only by vision, but by the people who bring that vision to life every day. As opportunities arose, Royal Guest Hotels expanded thoughtfully, always with an eye toward long-term community value.
While our properties are known for their quality, comfort, and thoughtful design, Royal Guest Hotels’ true strength lies in its people. Many team members have grown their careers within our hotels, contributing ideas, leadership, and care that shape how guests experience each stay. From housekeepers and engineers to front desk teams, managers, and long-standing partners, every individual has played a role in what Royal Guest Hotels has become. We believe hospitality is a shared effort. Our success reflects decades of collaboration, trust, and pride among employees who treat each hotel as their own and guests who return year after year.
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Today, Royal Guest Hotels continues to honor its roots while embracing the future—investing in renovations, sustainability, local partnerships, and team development. As we move forward, we remain guided by the same principles that defined our earliest days: hands-on leadership, respect for people, and a deep connection to the communities we serve.
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Our story is not just about where we started, but about everyone who has been part of the journey—and everyone yet to come.