Ep 5. Rocky's Hot Tub Horror Show

Ryan David, a hotel expert, visits a hotel in Sierra Nevada, California, which is owned by Rocky, who has been in the hotel business for more than three decades. However, the hotel is in shambles, with outdated decor, rusty old fixtures, and a significant need for a makeover. Rocky wants to expand the hotel and build a spa, but he's holding back due to the lack of business, and therefore, he's been cutting corners.

Ryan and his team arrive at the hotel and assess the condition of the property. The hotel has 33 rooms, but they're not being utilized to full capacity, and the ones that are occupied are in dismal condition. Rocky is not aware of the magnitude of the problem and underestimates the amount of renovation required to bring the hotel up to industry standards.

Ryan sets out to meet Rocky, who is camping in a tent in the back of the hotel, to discuss his plans for the hotel. Ryan tells Rocky that he needs to change the outdated decor of the hotel, focus on the basics, and bring the hotel up to par with industry standards. Rocky is apprehensive about the changes, but Ryan convinces him that the change is necessary.

Ryan's team begins the makeover process by decluttering the hotel rooms. The team finds out that the hotel rooms have not been cleaned in a long time, and they are in dire need of a deep clean. The bathroom fixtures are not functional, and there are cracks on the drywall, which Ryan's team fixes.

Ryan's team also upgrades the current bed and puts on new bedding, which is attractive and also offers a comfortable sleeping experience for the guests. The team also installs flat-screen TVs, which provide a more modern experience for guests. Simultaneously, Rocky expresses his desire to build a spa on the premises, and Ryan suggests that he convert a hot tub into a unique spa instead of building a new one.

Ryan's team completes the renovation of the rooms, and they are now ready to wow guests. Ryan's next task is to create a unique experience for guests, which will encourage them to return to the hotel. Ryan and Rocky brainstorm ideas and come up with an idea to build a snowmobile trail, which will be a unique experience for the guests visiting the hotel.

While the snowmobile trail is under construction, Ryan's team sets out to upgrade the hot tub. The hot tub is in poor condition, and Ryan's team has to dig deep to get it up and running. They also add additional features like mood lighting, which will provide guests with a relaxing experience.

The snowmobile trail is nearing completion, and Rocky and Ryan's team are sweaty to attract locals to the hotel. Ryan invites bikers to test the hotel, and they give glowing reviews, which encourages Rocky's team to up their marketing game. In the end, the hotel is now on par with industry standards, and Rocky expresses his gratitude to Ryan and his team for bringing his hotel back to life.

Overall, this episode of Hotel Impossible is all about teamwork and making an outdated hotel relevant once again. Rocky realizes the importance of change, and Ryan's expert input helps create a thrilling experience for guests that may visit the hotel. The hotel industry is a tough industry, but with a bit of renovation and innovation, any hotel can thrive.