About Us
About Us

About Us

Mastering the Art of Hospitality for over 80 years

From our first hotel in 1937 to over 1,100 properties today, we have a reputation of excellence with our guests.

We are proud that the Red Lion Family of Hotels has joined Sonesta. Now with 13 industry-leading brands to choose from, whether you’re looking for luxury, have extended travel in your horizon, or simply want to explore on a budget, we have a Sonesta stay that’s perfect for you.

Our Philosophy & Values

What matters to you (guest experience, sustainability, local culture, service philosophy)

Our Philosophy

Our Philosophy

At Sonesta International Hotels, we open our doors and welcome the world. We offer service with passion, loyalty with a purpose, and a commitment to the many faces—new and familiar—that stay with us.
Our Values

Our Values

The human side of hospitality is the core of our culture. Our mission is to wow every guest, team member, partner, and community in which we operate by delivering quality, value, and amazing hospitality.

What Makes Us Unique

Living the Culture Of Caring

Living our Culture of Caring is central to the Sonesta way. Respect and care for all is practiced daily. Prioritizing new ideas, beliefs, and backgrounds is how we create deep connections with each other.

  1. Treat Each Other With Respect
  2. Commit to the Team
  3. Be Authentic and Real
  4. Communicate Openly, Honestly, and Clearly
Living the Culture Of Caring

Leadership

Keith Pierce

Keith Pierce

Keith Pierce is Co-CEO of Sonesta International Hotels. He joined Sonesta in March, 2021 as EVP and President of Franchise & Development for Sonesta.
Jeff Leer

Jeff Leer

Mr. Leer is Co-Chief Executive Officer of Sonesta International Hotels Corporation, where he oversees corporate support functions as well as commercial and brand strategy.
Michelle Steffens

Michelle Steffens

Michelle Steffens serves as Chief Operating Officer at Sonesta, where she oversees the company’s portfolio of hotels and leads regional operations teams.
Jeffery Edwards

Jeffery Edwards

Jeff is an established technology industry executive who has successfully led a number of companies in senior executive roles as CEO, President, CIO and Executive VP.
Dave Bryan

Dave Bryan

Dave Bryan joined Sonesta in May of 2024 as SVP Finance responsible for its Finance Shared Service Center. He was promoted to Chief Financial Officer in April of 2025.
Phil Hugh

Phil Hugh

Phil Hugh serves as Chief Development Officer for Sonesta International Hotels Corporation, where he leads the company’s strategic growth initiatives across its diverse portfolio of brands.

Our Brands

Sonesta’s growing brand portfolio of hotel brands are each as individual as your reason to travel. Whether it’s me-time, we-time, business-time, or family time, Sonesta has a room or suite just for you.