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    Grand Hotel, Mackinac Island

A Tradition of Exceptional Service

Since 1974, Davidson Hospitality Group has funneled our hearts and efforts solely into the hospitality industry, leveraging our knowledge, expertise, and leadership to build an exceptional portfolio, comprising some of the world’s most respected and celebrated hospitality veterans.

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The History of Davidson Hospitality Group

1974

What is known today as Davidson Hospitality Group was founded under the name Flautt & Mann Properties.


1980’s

Throughout the 1980’s, Davidson began to acquire and develop larger and more sophisticated properties, including business-class and resort properties throughout the southeast region


1990

The company changed its name to Davidson Hotel Company and embarked on a truly impressive evolution, setting its sights on developing a nationwide presence.


1990’s

Throughout the 1990’s Davidson had transformed into a highly-focused, full-service operator, specializing in the upper-upscale to near-luxury segments.


2011

Davidson again changes its name to Davidson Hotels & Resorts to more accurately reflect its operating competencies.


2016

Pivot Hotels & Resorts is launched as the lifestyle operating division of Davidson.


2018

Davidson Hospitality Group became an approved operator of Kimpton and Thompson branded hotels and Margaritaville branded hotels.


2020

Davidson Hospitality Group becomes an approved operator of Nobu branded hotels.


2021

Davidson enhances its brand architecture by defining its core operating vertical as Davidson Hotels, launches Davidson Resorts, and transforms into Davidson Hospitality Group, setting the stage for expansion into hospitality operating verticals outside of hotels.