Exhibit 16.1
February 23, 2024
Securities and Exchange Commission
100 F Street, N.E.
Washington, DC 20549
Commissioners:
We have read Item 4.01 of Form 8-K dated February 19, 2024, of Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. and are in agreement with the statements contained in paragraphs one through three on page two therein. We have no basis to agree or disagree with other statements of the registrant contained therein.
/s/ Ernst & Young LLP