Where It All Began Before Hollywood consisted of bright lights and busy streets, the main attraction of California was the climate and oranges. But for Frank H. Ayres, his wife, and young son Donald, a $2 train ride brought him to Los Angeles to explore land development. After successfully buying eight small ranches in the…
When Frank Ayres and his son, Don Ayres Sr., began developing Ayres Hotels in the early 1900s, little did they know that their efforts would culminate in a hotel chain unlike any other. Since they were first founded, Ayres Hotels have been famous for their friendly, efficient service and their culture of caring for their…