Development
575 hotels. Extensive pipeline. The most elite development team in the game. OTO Development is defined by an unparalleled experience level, a robust pipeline of projects, and thorough legacy of excellence in hospitality development.
Management
OTO Development owns and/or manages 55 upscale select service, lifestyle, and extended stay hotels located in key markets throughout the United States. The company has earned awards across the board from every major partner brand, and has been consistently recognized as an industry leader in top line performance, management, and customer service.
Careers
Success in hospitality is due to the hard work and commitment of our team. At OTO Development, we are a company committed to excellence. Diligence drives our continual improvement, and we're always looking for the right candidates. View our current openings or submit your resume for future opportunities.
Recent News
Careers / August 2026
Justin Hynes and Joe Yarbrough Named Among Hospitality’s Rising Stars
Two of OTO Development’s young leaders are earning national recognition for the impact they’re already making across the company and the hospitality industry. Full Story
Development / August 2026
Imbuing a New Hotel with History
What’s in a name? For our new hotel in the heart of Spartanburg, South Carolina, it’s the draw of history. The future of hospitality. A sense of place defined by yesterday, designed for tomorrow. It’s The Morgan Hotel, OTO Development’s first property within the Curio Collection by Hilton. Full Story
Careers / July 2026
Reflecting on Work and Voluntarism
Kevin DeMark has spent the past two decades designing, developing, building, and maintaining OTO’s hotels — but his tenure with The Johnson Group goes all the way back to the company’s Extended Stay America days. While celebrating his 20th Workiversary, we asked him to reflect on his long career. Full Story
Awards / July 2026
Marriott Recognizes OTO for Excellence in Development
Marriott recently recognized OTO Development with the 2026 CONNECT Award for Best Collaborator and inducted the company into the Partnership Circle Hall of Fame. Full Story
Case Studies
55
Owned and Managed Hotels
OTO's hotel management is punctuated by benchmarking, best-practices, and a focus on results.
575
Hotels and counting
The number of hotels developed between OTO and predecessor company Extended Stay America.
$4.1 Billion
Invested in Hotel Development
With a knack for tackling difficult projects, OTO thrives by building new (and renovating existing) properties in high-barrier-to-entry urban and leisure markets.
22 LEED
or STATE CERTIFIED Properties
Our focus on the environment and sustainability begins during the design and construction of the hotel.
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