The Whittaker Inn

What The Whittaker Inn does

The Whittaker Inn is a privately-held boutique hotel located on 25 wooded acres in West Lafayette, Indiana, constructed and opened in May 2019. The property operates 15 individually themed guest rooms and suites — each inspired by a different country or city (including Spain, Italy, Japan, Tanzania, England, and Indiana) — decorated with original artwork and one-of-a-kind furnishings. Room categories include Standard King Rooms (297-344 sq ft), King Rooms with Sofa (356-385 sq ft), Double Rooms (322-345 sq ft), and two premium Suites (Tuscany King at 417 sq ft and Indiana Hospitality King at 492 sq ft), the latter featuring separate living areas, wet bars, dual showerhead walk-in showers, and Bain Ultra soaking tubs.

The property's technology stack is conventional hospitality infrastructure: electronic key card access, individually controlled whisper-quiet air conditioning and ceiling fans, 43-inch flat-screen TVs with cable, in-room safes, and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi. Reservations are processed through a TravelClick-powered booking system accessible via both the hotel's direct website and third-party online travel agencies. On-site amenities include The Whittaker Kitchen restaurant led by Chef Andrew, featuring locally-sourced ingredients, and gathering/event spaces available for celebrations, corporate retreats, and educational events.

The business operates a direct-to-consumer model serving leisure travelers, Purdue University visitors (parents, prospective students, alumni, conference attendees), business travelers, and event planners. Revenue is generated on a transactional per-night basis for accommodations, supplemented by food and beverage sales and event venue rentals. The inn is family-owned and operated by Andrew and Elizabeth Whittaker, with no institutional investment, parent company, or external funding disclosed. The organization employs approximately 13 people.

Name

The Whittaker Inn

Legal name

The Whittaker Inn

Website

https://thewhittakerinn.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Whittaker Inn is a privately-held boutique hotel in West Lafayette, Indiana, operating 15 globally-themed rooms and suites, an on-site restaurant, and event spaces, primarily serving leisure travelers and Purdue University visitors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Boutique Hotel Hospitality

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Traveler Accommodation (7211), Accommodation (721)

SIC

Hotels & Motels (7011), Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Design-Led Boutique Hotels (THAGADAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Luxury B&Bs & Upscale Inns (THAGAHAE)

Keywords

• Boutique hotel accommodations
• Destination-themed guest rooms
• Hotel event venues
• On-site restaurant dining
• Wedding and event hosting

Headquarters

HQ city

West Lafayette

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Guest Room and Suite Bookings: Nightly accommodation rentals across 15 uniquely themed rooms and suites, including standard rooms (King Rooms, Double Rooms), upgraded rooms with sofa beds, and premium suites with enhanced amenities. Revenue is generated on a per-night basis with rates varying by room type and season.
2. Event and Gathering Space Rental: Rental of event spaces for celebrations, corporate gatherings, and educational events. The property offers unique venues for social and business events, generating revenue through venue rental fees.
3. Food and Beverage - The Whittaker Kitchen: On-site restaurant operated by Chef Andrew, featuring locally-sourced ingredients and destination-inspired menus. Generates revenue from dining services for hotel guests and external visitors.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

The Whittaker Inn is a boutique hotel that rents out 15 individually themed guest rooms and suites (including King Rooms, Double Rooms, King Rooms with Sofa, and premium Suites such as the Tuscany King and Indiana Hospitality King) on a nightly basis. The property complements its accommodations with The Whittaker Kitchen, an on-site restaurant led by Chef Andrew serving locally-sourced cuisine, and gathering spaces available for events and celebrations.

Product overview

The Whittaker Inn is a boutique hotel offering 15 individually themed guest rooms and suites, each inspired by different countries and cities around the world. The property features The Whittaker Kitchen restaurant serving locally-sourced cuisine, and versatile gathering spaces for events. The rooms are organized into King Rooms, King Rooms with Sofa, Double Rooms, and premium Suites, all designed with contemporary interiors and modern amenities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Guest Rooms and Suites 15 individually designed guest rooms and suites, each themed after different countries and cities worldwide (including Spain, Norway, France, Brazil, Australia, Canada, Greece, China, India, New York, Japan, England, Tanzania, Italy, and Indiana), featuring custom-crafted destinations inspired by the owners' passion for travel. Categories include King Rooms, King Rooms with Sofa, Double Rooms, and premium Suites.
• The Whittaker Kitchen On-site restaurant serving locally-sourced ingredients with menus prepared by Chef Andrew, featuring culinary experiences that take guests on destination-inspired dining adventures. Available to both hotel guests and external visitors.
• Gathering Spaces Event spaces designed for celebrations, collaboration, and education, suitable for weddings, social events, corporate events, and educational gatherings.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature3 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights2 records

Direct peers

• The Press Hotel: Boutique hotel occupying a historic building with a distinct thematic identity and on-site restaurant. Comparable to The Whittaker Inn in its narrative-driven design, themed rooms, and curated F&B program.
• The Ivy Hotel: A small luxury boutique hotel with individually designed rooms and personalized service. Similar to The Whittaker Inn in its intimate scale, individually themed rooms, premium amenities, and owner-led positioning.
• Hotel Vermont: Independent boutique hotel featuring locally inspired design, on-site dining, and personalized service. Comparable to The Whittaker Inn in its locally rooted, design-forward boutique positioning and small scale.
• 21c Museum Hotels: Boutique hotels that combine contemporary art, design-led guest rooms, and on-site dining. Comparable to The Whittaker Inn in its curated design program, original artwork, and small-room-count luxury positioning.
• Graduate Hotels: A collection of design-led boutique hotels located in university towns across the U.S. (now under Hilton). Like The Whittaker Inn, Graduate Hotels target campus visitors (parents, alumni, prospective students, conference attendees) with a themed, story-driven product that competes against standard chains in each respective college market.
• Allison Inn & Spa: An independently owned boutique resort property featuring on-site dining, premium amenities, and a tranquil natural setting. Comparable to The Whittaker Inn in its premium positioning, full-service amenities, and intimate scale.

Emerging players

• The Inn at Willow Pond: A small, owner-styled boutique inn offering individually-themed rooms and personalized hospitality. Comparable to The Whittaker Inn in its intimate scale, owner-operated service model, and destination-themed guest experience.

Broad incumbents

• Hilton Garden Inn West Lafayette Wabash Landing: A branded select-service hotel in the direct West Lafayette/Purdue market. A primary local competitor for Purdue University visitors, offering Hilton loyalty-program reach and standardized amenities at lower rates than a boutique property.
• Four Points by Sheraton West Lafayette: A Marriott-branded hotel serving the West Lafayette/Purdue market. Directly overlaps with The Whittaker Inn's primary customer segments (university visitors, business travelers) and competes via Marriott's Bonvoy loyalty program.
• Hampton Inn & Suites West Lafayette: A limited-service Hilton hotel in West Lafayette. Competes with The Whittaker Inn for value-conscious Purdue visitors and corporate travelers, leveraging Hilton's reservation system and loyalty base.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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