Sandman Hotel Group is a hospitality company founded in 1963 by Bob Gaglardi. Starting with a small loan, the company opened its first hotel in Smithers, British Columbia, in 1967. Today, it operates over 50 locations across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Ireland, making it a prominent international hotel chain. The group offers a variety of accommodations, including luxury properties like Sandman Signature hotels, which feature high-end amenities. Their hotels provide essential services such as restaurants, bars, fitness centers, and meeting spaces, catering to both business and leisure travelers. Sandman Hotel Group is committed to expanding its global presence, with recent openings in the UK and plans for further growth. The company has received recognition for its excellence in the hospitality industry, including the Pinnacle award as Hotel Company of the Year.