Sandman Hotel Group 

ABOUT

Sandman Hotel Group is a Canadian hotel chain founded in 1967 by Bob Gaglardi, starting with the first Sandman Inn in Smithers, British Columbia. It is a family-run business now led by Bob’s son, Tom Gaglardi, who serves as CEO. The group is owned by Northland Properties and is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia.

They operate over 60 hotels across Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and the United States, with properties ranging from economy to premium luxury segments. The group offers comfortable, stylish, and affordable Canadian hospitality for both business and leisure travelers.

Sandman Hotel Group is expanding with new Sandman Signature hotels in Saskatoon, Sherwood Park, Ottawa, Plano (Texas), Aberdeen (UK), and upcoming locations in Winnipeg, Markham, and Dartmouth. The Dartmouth hotel will feature 212 rooms, an indoor pool, a hot tub, pet-friendly policies, and a 24-hour Denny’s restaurant.

Internationally, Sandman entered the UK in 2011 with hotels in Newcastle, London Gatwick, Aberdeen, and Glasgow, with plans for Edinburgh Airport. They also acquired Ireland’s Portmarnock Resort, which features golf and spa facilities. The group received the Pinnacle Award for Hotel Company of the Year, highlighting its growth and strong reputation.