About Us

Delivering Exceptional Hospitality

With a legacy spanning twenty five years, our firm commitment is delivering unparalleled hospitality management services founded on trust. Dedicated to excellence, our team provides solutions to optimize operations and elevate your property or entire portfolio to new heights. With an unwavering focus on guest satisfaction, we work tirelessly to create an environment where every interaction leaves a lasting impression. By promoting a culture of inclusivity, integrity, and continuous improvement, we strive to lead the industry in hospitality management, setting standards that redefine the art of hospitality.

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Mission

At Saffron Hotels, we believe in creating exceptional experiences and sustainable growth. Our commitment to excellence, combined with innovative design and strategic locations, makes us a premier choice for hotel investments and developments. Saffron Hotels offers a range of investment opportunities tailored to different risk profiles and investment sizes. Whether you are looking to be part of a new hotel development, renovate an existing property, or invest in our growing portfolio, we have the right option for you

Vision

Our vision is to pioneer the future of hospitality and real estate investments, setting the standard for excellence in both fields. We aim to master the art of inspired hospitality, continually innovating and refining our approach to create exceptional experiences. By leveraging our expertise, we seek to redefine the industry, shaping the future of hospitality and real estate with creativity, precision, and a commitment to excellence.

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The First Chapter

At age 25, without any experience in hotels, HP Rama purchased the Sunset Motel, a modest 40-room establishment in Pamona, California. This began the family’s legacy, founded as JHM Hotels.

Family is Everything

DJ Rama officially joins the family business to carry on the Rama legacy, as well as create both personal and professional harmony.

A Spirit of Service

JHM Hotels receives its first Marriott Partnership Circle Award, establishing JHM Hotels as a premier partner with Marriott International, the global leader in hospitality.

A Legacy of Leadership

Following in his father and uncle’s footsteps, DJ Rama becomes President of JHM Hotels. He takes the company into a new era of hospitality through a fusion of strategic design and intentional innovation, while remaining true to the family’s roots and original values.

Lighting the Way, O.N.E. Step at a Time

One of DJ Rama’s initial moves as president was formalizing the company’s philanthropic arm by creating O.N.E. (Outreach, Nurture, Encourage). The guiding principle is to donate 1% of profits, 1% of product, and 1% of personnel to meet the needs of the underserved.

The Sun Rises on Auro Hotels

JHM creates a succession plan for the second generation and retires its name. A new brand, Auro, meaning “dawn of a new light” guides the path forward to become one of the country’s largest, privately owned, Asian hotel groups.

Global Expansion

Building upon our US-based foundation, Auro Hotels opens the Courtyard by Marriott Surat and quickly expands its international presence with the opening of the Marriott Surat hotel in Gujarat, India.

On the Horizon

Fast forward 50 years, Auro Hotels, headquartered in Greenville, SC, is a privately-held international company with offices in Atlanta, GA and Surat, India, and develops, owns, and operates nearly 40 hotels under the flags of Marriott, Hyatt, Hilton, and Wyndham. With transformative projects ahead, Auro’s commitment goes beyond business, uplifting communities and fostering enduring prosperity.