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Country Inn opens in South Dakota capital

It is owned by Pramukhraj Pierre ownership group led by Yogin Patel

The Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Pierre is now open in Pierre, South Dakota. It is owned by Pramukhraj Pierre ownership group led by Yogin Patel as principal.

The 53-room, recently renovated hotel is near Pierre Regional Airport, the South Dakota State Capitol, the LaFramboise Island Nature Area on the Missouri River, the Steamboat Park amphitheatre and the South Dakota Discovery Center.


Hotel guests will find themselves within walking distance of as well as numerous downtown restaurant options. Those seeking to explore the outdoors have no shortage of activities to choose from, with seasonal fishing, cross-country skiing, biking, hiking and birdwatching options available via the nearby and. Other easily accessible attractions include, among others. Amenities include a fitness center and meeting rooms.

“Country Inn & Suites by Radisson is a staple across the Midwest, and we’re excited to build on that strong brand recognition with this standout property in Pierre,” Patel said. “Whether in town for government business, seasonal recreation or just passing through, we’re looking forward to delivering a safe, comfortable and high-quality stay to each and every one of our guests.”

Last week, the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Dayton North opened in Dayton, Ohio. It is owned by The Witness Group, founded by Sagar and Ohm Patel, and managed by Hotel Equities.

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HotelData.com’s “Hotel Profitability Performance Report for Q3 2025” showed operators adjusting forecasts, controlling labor and costs and protecting margins as demand softens and expenses rise. The report indicates an industry shift, with hoteliers relying less on rate growth and more on cost control, labor strategies and forecasting to maintain profitability.

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