Hutchinson, Kansas – September 7, 2012 – The 89-room Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott in Hutchinson, Kansas is scheduled to open today. Located at 1111 North Lorraine Street, the Fairfield Inn & Suites Hutchinson will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned and managed by Hutchinson Hotel, LLC of Wichita, Kansas.

Located in the heart of Hutchinson and just a short drive to the local attractions and nearby corporations, the hotel offers guests convenient access to the Kansas Cosmosphere & Space Museum, Kansas Underground Salt Museum, Kansas State Fair and the NJCAA Men’s National Basketball Championship. Rates begin at $119 per night on weekends and $129 per night during the week.

“We are pleased to introduce Fairfield Inn & Suites hotels in the Hutchinson area,” said Shruti Buckley, vice president and global brand manager, Fairfield Inn & Suites. “This hotel offers quality accommodations at an affordable price to business and leisure travelers. We look forward to welcoming guests and providing the friendly service that sets Fairfield Inn & Suites apart.”

The Fairfield Inn & Suites public space features an innovative and contemporary design that is both flexible and functional. The open and bright lobby welcomes guests with a vibrant color palette of greens, blues and oranges. Thoughtfully designed rooms and suites offer separate living, working and sleeping areas. Plush mattresses, televisions, microwaves and mini-fridges enhance the guest experience. The bright, spacious living area provides a well-lit work area, ergonomic chair and entertainment area with a second television.

A complimentary breakfast is available each morning in the lobby area. Other hotel amenities include an indoor swimming pool with a whirlpool spa, an exercise room, an evening reception from Tuesday to Thursday, valet laundry service, free high-speed Internet, as well as fax and copy services. The hotel also offers 1,200 square feet of space to accommodate functions of up to 70 people.

About Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott is designed for today’s traveler who is looking to be productive on the road, whether for business or leisure. In addition to free breakfast and high-speed Internet access, Fairfield Inn & Suites offers thoughtfully designed rooms and suites that provide separate living, working and sleeping areas. With more than 675 properties throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico, Fairfield Inn & Suites hotels participate in the award-winning Marriott Rewards frequent travel program that allows members to earn hotel points or airline miles for every dollar spent during each stay. For more information or reservations, contact the Fairfield Inn & Suites Watertown hotel directly at 315-788-2800, call the Fairfield Inn & Suites toll-free number at 800-228-2800 or visit www.fairfieldwatertown.com.

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