The 3H GROUP, led by Hiren Desai as President and CEO, recently acquired the Hyatt Place Tampa Airport/Westshore in Tampa, Florida. LBA Hospitality will manage the operations of the hotel.

The acquisition of Hyatt Place Tampa Airport is part of a broader strategic initiative by LBA and 3H, which have a strong pipeline of hotels under development, the companies said in a statement.

“Our alliance with LBA Hospitality is based on excellence and integrity. As we expand our hotel portfolio, collaborations like this allow us to redefine industry standards,” said Desai.

“The trust that 3H Group has placed in us to manage their hotel properties is a fundamental part of our growth and aligns with our values,” said Beau Benton, President of LBA Hospitality. “By assuming management responsibilities for Hyatt Place Tampa Airport/Westshore, 3H Group can focus on exploring new development opportunities as we are committed to their success. It is a privilege to be selected time and time again to manage their portfolio, which is a testament to the solid trust and commitment between our organizations.”

The pet-friendly hotel with 124 guest rooms is located in the Westshore District, three miles from Tampa International Airport and two miles from Raymond James Stadium.

In April, 3H Group began construction on Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga, the Hyatt Hotels Corp. brand’s first location in Tennessee, and opened The Hiatus Clearwater Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton in Florida, also managed by LBA Hospitality.