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Arbor Lodging

Hospitality-focused real estate investment and management

Hotel General Manager

Full-TimePosted on 10/22/2026
$85k - $100k/yr+ Annual salary increase potential + 401(k) match
Senior
Bachelor's
West Des Moines, IA, USA
In Person
Business & Strategy

About the job

Requirements
  • At least 5 years of experience in progressive hotel roles.
  • Previous Assistant General Manager experience is required.
  • A bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Hotel Management, Business Administration, or a similar field is preferred.
  • Strong management skills for large teams are required.
  • Developed time-management skills are required.
  • Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods is required.
  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation, is required.
Responsibilities
  • Oversee all aspects of hotel operations, including front office, sales, housekeeping, human resources, food and beverage, maintenance, and accounting.
  • Model a friendly, attentive, and service-oriented demeanor in interactions with guests and hotel staff.
  • Maintain open communication among hotel staff leaders and develop a high-quality staff aligned with expected guest-service standards.
  • Manage financials, profit and loss, and payroll accurately to maintain profitability.
  • Ensure compliance with local and state licensing and permit requirements.
  • Maintain property security and safety systems and ensure proper inspections and maintenance.
  • Drive property-wide improvements in staff training and development to ensure high-quality guest service and encourage consistent guest returns.
  • Maintain professional working relationships and promote open communication with managers, employees, and other departments.
  • Communicate ideas, development goals, and tasks effectively to team members, and follow up on delegated tasks in a timely manner.
  • Identify property issues proactively and resolve them before they disrupt hotel functions.
  • Analyze data and information from multiple sources to develop solutions that benefit the business.
  • Receive and address concerns and issues from hotel guests and staff in an attentive, professional manner.
  • Delegate tasks to the most qualified staff members.
  • Produce financial results in line with budgeted objectives.

About the company

Arbor Lodging manages real estate investments and hotel/multifamily operations through two divisions: Arbor Lodging Partners makes direct equity investments in underperforming hotels and apartments, while Arbor Lodging Management runs hotel operations and asset management for its assets and third-party properties. It pursues a value-add strategy—buying properties, renovating, and improving operations to reposition assets and generate solid returns across the U.S. and Latin America with brands like Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, and IHG. ARLO Residential is a new vertical converting properties into affordable multifamily housing. The company differentiates itself with an integrated investor-operator model and hands-on management of a diversified portfolio of 34+ hotels and 4,800+ rooms, aiming to grow assets under management and deliver steady returns while expanding affordable housing opportunities.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2006

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What believers are saying

  • Eaglewood Resort acquisition adds a 295-room Chicago asset near the 2026 Presidents Cup.
  • Peachtree’s $30 million refi for Ann Arbor hotels shows financing access in 2026.
  • Arbor reported 11 Tripadvisor 2025 Travelers’ Choice awards, supporting sales and hiring.

What critics are saying

  • Kern County class action alleges wage, overtime, and meal-break violations, February 2026.
  • A growing Latin America push stretches execution while U.S. hotel quality remains core, 2026.
  • Heavy dependence on branded hotel demand makes a recession or travel shock existential.

What makes Arbor Lodging unique

  • Vertically integrated operator-investor: Arbor bought Eaglewood Resort and manages it immediately, 2025.
  • Mexico City base and CALA hiring give Arbor real cross-border operating reach, 2026.
  • Arbor Management Solutions adds outsourced accounting, deepening stickiness beyond hotel ownership, 2026.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Wellness Program
  • Competitive salary
  • Annual review with increase potential

Company News

EIN Presswire
Aug 5th, 2025
Arbor Lodging Expands Portfolio with Acquisition of Eaglewood Resort & Spa in Metro Chicago

Arbor Lodging acquires Eaglewood Resort & Spa, expanding its portfolio with a premier independent resort in the Greater Chicago area.