VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., March 1, 2010-- Crestline Hotels & Resorts, Inc. today announced the promotion of Nikki Henderson to General Manager for the SpringHill Suites by Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront.  The all-suite hotel, which is located on the Virginia Beach Boardwalk, features a selection of 168 suites as well as 1204 square feet of meeting space that can accommodate up to 80 people.  

Ms. Henderson was formerly the General Manager at the Fairfield Inn & Suites, Virginia Beach, also a Crestline managed hotel.  Ms. Henderson brings more than 16 years of hospitality industry operations and management experience having also served as General Manager of the Holiday Inn Miami-Doral and the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Grand Rapids, MI, as well as several other hotels.

"We are pleased that Nikki has accepted this new challenge and we look forward to her leadership at the SpringHill Suites Virginia Beach," said James Carroll, Chief Operating Officer, Crestline Hotels & Resorts.  "She brings a proven track record of success and we welcome her expertise," added Carroll.

Ms. Henderson holds a B.A. in Hotel Restaurant and Institutional Management from Michigan State University.  She has been recognized with many industry accolades and has earned several certifications.  Ms. Henderson can be reached at [email protected].

The SpringHill Suites Virginia Beach Oceanfront
The oceanfront all suite hotel is the newest addition on the Virginia Beach boardwalk. Each studio suite and one bedroom suite enjoy an ocean view from a private balcony, free high-speed Internet, two TVs, a sofa bed and kitchenette that includes a microwave and mini-fridge.  Guests can enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast buffet each morning.  For recreation there is a fitness center, a heated indoor pool and seasonal outdoor pool and pool plaza, as well as the outdoor cafe overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The hotel is in close proximity to several golf courses as well as biking and walking trails.

The SpringHill Suites Virginia Beach is located at 901 Atlantic Avenue.  It is 20 miles from Norfolk International Airport and 44 miles from Newport News/Williamsburg Airport via I-264.  For more information and reservations visit www.marriott.com or call 757-417-3982.

About Crestline Hotels & Resorts, Inc.
Crestline Hotels & Resorts, Inc. is one of the nation's largest independent hospitality management companies.  Founded in 2000, the company presently manages 66 hotels, resorts and conference and convention centers with nearly 14,000 rooms in 13 states and the District of Columbia.  Crestline Hotels & Resorts manages 13 independent properties in major US markets including Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles and Washington D.C.  Crestline also manages properties under such well-regarded brands as Marriott, Hilton, Westin, Renaissance, Sheraton and Crowne Plaza.  For more information visit: www.crestlinehotels.com.

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