Aparium Hotel Group is a hospitality management company founded in 2011 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The company specializes in the development, management, and operation of boutique and independent luxury hotels across the United States. Aparium’s business model focuses on creating distinctive properties that reflect and engage with their local communities. The company was established by Kevin Robinson and Mario Tricoci, both former executives from the luxury hotel industry. Aparium’s portfolio includes notable properties such as the Iron Horse Hotel in Milwaukee, the Hewing Hotel in Minneapolis, and the Crossroads Hotel in Kansas City. Each property in their collection is designed to embrace the unique character and culture of its location. Aparium’s management approach emphasizes authentic guest experiences, locally-sourced food and beverage programs, and partnerships with local artisans and businesses. The company operates under the philosophy of “translocal hospitality,” which involves creating hotels that serve as cultural hubs for both travelers and local residents. The group has expanded its presence across various U.S. markets, including Detroit, Minneapolis, Kansas City, and New Orleans. Their properties typically feature distinctive dining venues, meeting spaces, and carefully curated design elements that reflect each location’s heritage and contemporary culture.