GAITHERSBURG, Md. and MCLEAN, Va. – Homewood Suites by Hilton, Hilton Worldwide’s international brand of upscale, all-suite, extended-stay hotels, announced today its newest property, Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington, D.C. North/Gaithersburg, the brand’s 11th hotel in the D.C. metro area.

“With extended stay hotel occupancy at its highest level in 12 years* and the D.C. area experiencing a steady growth in visitors, Homewood Suites is strongly committed to introducing new properties in this key market,” said Bill Duncan, global head, Homewood Suites by Hilton. “Offering inviting suites, warm service and a wide range of value-added amenities, the brand delivers what travelers want for a comfortable, convenient stay.”

Homewood Suites’ continued D.C. area expansion is parallel to the continued tourism growth, as the city welcomed a total of 19 million visitors in 2013, setting a new record.**

Homewood Suites Washington, D.C. North/Gaithersburg, is owned and managed by Baywood Hotels, features 123 studio and one bedroom suites. Pavan Bhatia, general manager, and Leila Beltramo, director of sales, have been in the hotel industry for a combined 18 years.

Located in the business district at 805 Russell Avenue, the hotel is located near shops and restaurants and accessible to I-270 Technology Corridor. The property also makes it easy for guests to explore local attractions such as Maryland SoccerPlex & Discovery Sports Center, Lake Forest Mall, Montgomery County Agricultural Fairgrounds or Washington D.C.’s Shady Grove Metro a short drive away.

Homewood Suites by Hilton provides travelers amenities and services that maximize their travel budgets including: complimentary internet, daily full-hot breakfast and complimentary evening social Monday through Thursday. In addition, Homewood Suites offers fully equipped kitchens, separate sleeping and living spaces, a complimentary grocery shopping service*** and recreational options such as a fitness center, indoor spa, seasonal outdoor putting green and pool enabling travelers to “stay in the groove.” The hotel also offers 1,700 square feet of flexible event space.

For more information or to make a reservation, visit Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington, D.C. North/Gaithersburg or call +1 301 670 0008.

Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington, D.C. North/Gaithersburg participates in Hilton HHonors®, the only hotel loyalty program that allows members to earn Points & Miles® on the same stay and No Blackout Dates on reward stays.

Read more about Homewood Suites by Hilton at www.homewoodsuites.com and news.homewoodsuites.com.

*Extended-Stay Lodging Midyear Reporter from the Highland Group. ** Source: D.K. Shifflet & Associates; Travel Market Insights, National Travel & Tourism Office, International Trade Association, Department of Commerce ***Guest pays for groceries. Other restrictions apply.