From Last Place to #1: How BOB Conquered Tallahassee in 2025
If you’ve been following our journey at BOB Hotels Tallahassee, you know we didn’t start at the top. In fact, when we first acquired this property, it was one of the lowest-scoring hotels in town. We saw past the dated exterior and envisioned a "Boutique on a Budget" (BOB) experience that Tallahassee deserved: a place with personality, incredible service, and a soul.
In July, we celebrated our first anniversary and shared how we had climbed from the bottom of the barrel to the #2 spot on TripAdvisor. But we didn't stop there. We ended our birthday post with a promise: "We’re coming for that #1 spot."
Today, as we close out 2025, we are thrilled to announce: Mission accomplished. BOB Hotels Tallahassee is officially the #1 Ranked Hotel out of 66 properties in Tallahassee on TripAdvisor, and we currently hold the highest-rated reviews on Google for the city.
How We Did It: The Road to #1
Our "studs-to-ceiling" transformation was only the beginning. Becoming the top-rated hotel in a market like Tallahassee requires more than just rainfall showers and premium beds (though those certainly help!). It required a relentless commitment to doing things the right way.
- Independence is our Edge: Because we aren't tied down by a corporate franchise rulebook, we’ve had the freedom to be "quirky." Whether it’s our 24/7 pizza and coffee bar or our Florida-made marketplace, we’ve focused on the things that actually matter to our guests.
- Operational Excellence: Over the past year, we’ve turned the hotel into a well-oiled machine. Our housekeeping standards have become unmatched, our maintenance team operates with a "proactive mindset," and our front desk treats every guest interaction with genuine care.
- Guest-Centric Design: From local artwork to standardized high-speed Wi-Fi and smart TVs, we’ve addressed the "pain points" of budget travel and replaced them with boutique comfort.
The Numbers That Matter
While we’ve seen record-breaking growth this year—outpacing last year’s revenue and maintaining occupancy levels that surge well above the local market average—the numbers we are most proud of are the ones that come from you.
In our final guest satisfaction surveys of the year, the feedback was overwhelming:
- Service Received: 100% Satisfaction
- Value for Money: 100% Satisfaction
- Staff Attentiveness: 98.3% Satisfaction
Finishing the year with near-perfect scores and the #1 ranking is a testament to the collective effort of our entire team.
Thank You, Tallahassee
To every guest who left a review and every traveler who chose the "new standard" for budget travel: Thank you. We set out to turn one of the worst hotels in town into the best, and thanks to you, we did exactly that.
Ready to stay at the #1 hotel in town? Book your 2026 stay at BOB Hotels Tallahassee today!
