[HILLSBORO, TX, November 1, 2006] – Lodging Host Hotel Corp announced the new hotel General Manager for the Hampton Inn property being built in Hillsboro, TX. Peggy Franklin has been appointed GM for the hotel being built just east of I-35 in the heart of Hillsboro, TX near Prime Outlets shopping mall and numerous restaurants.

“Based on Peggy Franklin’s outstanding record in hotel management with Lodging Host Hotel Corp we are confident that she will be instrumental in ensuring the success of this new Hampton Inn,” said Kevin Hilchey, President of Lodging Host Hotel Corp. “Ms. Franklin will be a strong asset to this new property as we gear up for its opening scheduled just after the holidays.”

Previously, Ms. Franklin was general manager of the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites in Longview, TX. She also serves as a Regional Manager for Lodging Host and is in charge of 6 properties in the East Texas area.

To keep current on the new hotel’s progress you can visit their web site at www.hillsboro-hotel.com.