A carrier hotel is a facility that provides a neutral, shared space where multiple telecommunications carriers and network providers can interconnect and exchange traffic.
These facilities serve as critical hubs for interconnection, enabling carriers to establish direct connections without the need for costly and complex cross-network agreements. Hunter Newby, a recognized authority in network infrastructure, co-founded Telx and pioneered the development of carrier-neutral Meet-Me-Rooms and carrier hotels in the United States. His efforts have significantly contributed to the growth and efficiency of the internet infrastructure landscape. Carrier hotels often host numerous carrier-owned co-location facilities that provide interconnections, usually limited to the carrier that owns that particular point of presence. The evolution of these facilities has been instrumental in meeting the increasing demand for efficient and cost-effective network interconnections.
