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Roomlinx� Interactive TV is Free to Guests at
Kessler�s Grand Bohemian Asheville, NC

Roomlinx completes Interactive TV installation in all rooms
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DENVER, CO � May 06, 2009 � Roomlinx, Inc. (OTC: RMLX - News) announced that guests at the Grand Bohemian Hotel in Asheville, NC have unlimited complimentary access to its Interactive TV product which includes: HD Hollywood movies, high speed internet, HD specialty content, international and U.S. television programming, music, business productivity tools, concierge services, games and more via the in-room flat screen television.  Roomlinx completed the installation of 110 systems in March of this year.  Last year, Roomlinx signed an agreement to be Kessler�s (www.kesslercollection.com) exclusive in-room entertainment and HSIA provider for all 13 properties.   The Bohemian Hotel in Savannah, GA is scheduled to be installed this coming June.

The Grand Bohemian Hotel in Asheville, located at 11 Boston Way, is owned and managed by Orlando-based Kessler Collection, owner and operator of 13 luxury boutique, four and five star hotels.  The property had its grand opening April 1st. 

�Our guests were delighted to turn on the TV and be greeted with a very classy interface and have unlimited access to all the Roomlinx features including HD VOD.  Roomlinx has absolutely done it right,� said John Luckett, General Manager. 

�The Grand Bohemian in Asheville is a beautiful property and we are thrilled to have Roomlinx in every room,� said Mike Wasik, Roomlinx CEO. �With our unique branding ability, Kessler and the Grand Bohemian are now providing a seamless brand image to the guest via our Interactive TV product.  Business and leisure guests alike are blown away by the in-room entertainment experience that Roomlinx offers.� 

Scott Schreiber, President of Kessler Collection, added that �Roomlinx provides guests with information and entertainment at their fingertips.  It not only exceeds what our guests have in their homes, but it gives them another reason to return to the Grand Bohemian.  We are thrilled to be rolling out Roomlinx to all of our properties.�

�Having Interactive TV installed at the Grand Bohemian Hotel in Asheville again proves that our product and business model is successful at any property level,� Wasik added. �The Kessler Collection is a luxury property and we are proud to be a part of their image.  Their company branding is present throughout our product in each and every guestroom at the Grand Bohemian.� 

�Both the core Roomlinx team in Denver and the on-site team were very professional and went above and beyond to ensure our new Roomlinx Interactive TV product was installed properly and represented a one-of-a-kind experience for the guest,� Luckett said. �I was impressed with the knowledge and experience of the Roomlinx team and look forward to working with them more in the future.� 

The Grand Bohemian in Asheville features 104 luxurious guestrooms and suites and is just steps away from the gates of the famous Biltmore Estate.  It is a Tudor inspired, boutique hotel with authentic Old World, rustic ambiance while still providing all the modern luxuries synonymous with a contemporary Kessler Collection hotel experience.  This property features 5,000 square feet of exceptional event space, a fitness center, valet parking and the Grand Bohemian Art Gallery.  Guests can dine on-site at the Red Stag Grill with a menu including a masterful blend of chops, game and traditional favorites - all with an emphasis on the freshest local ingredients complimented by an extensive wine list.  Also on-site is the Poseidon Spa where guests will find a myriad of ways to relax and rejuvenate. 

About Kessler Collection
The Kessler Collection is a portfolio of boutique four and five-diamond quality properties located in Florida, Georgia, Colorado and New Mexico.  Known for luxurious, art-inspired atmosphere and decor, each hotel is uniquely designed and focuses on providing the highest level of service and attention to detail.  The boutique properties feature an emphasis on quality that is designed to entertain guests while making them feel comfortable and at home. For more information, visit www.kesslercollection.com

About Roomlinx
Roomlinx is the hospitality in-room expert providing in-room Interactive TV solutions designed to increase revenues and brand loyalty for hotels, resorts, and other properties, utilizing premium content and applications demanded by today�s traveler. For more information, visit www.roomlinx.com.

Safe Harbor Cautionary Statement
Certain statements in this news release, including statements that we "believe," "expect," "intend," "plan" or words of similar import, are forward-looking information within the meaning of Rule 175 under the Securities Act of 1933 and Rule 3b-6 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and are subject to the safe harbor created by those rules. All statements, other than statements of fact, included in this release, including, without limitation, statements regarding potential future plans, new products and services and objectives of the company, are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, and actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. This information is qualified in its entirety by cautionary statements and risk factors disclosure contained in certain of the Company's Securities and Exchange Commission filings available at http://www.sec.gov, which you should carefully review. Roomlinx does not assume any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as the result of new development or otherwise.

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Contact:

Kelly Frey
Public Relations, Roomlinx
TEL:  (720) 880 - 5155
[email protected]

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The Kessler Collection Announces Partnership with Roomlinx to Provide In-Room Entertainment and HSIA Services for New Hotels in Development; Five year pact with owner, developer & management group of luxury boutique hotels begins with opening of The Bohemian Hotel Asheville at Biltmore Village in December / June 2008
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