MINNEAPOLIS (November 9, 2016) – Country Inns & Suites By CarlsonSM, a leading upper-midscale hotel brand, today announced the opening of Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Charlottesville-UVA, VA. Located at 1600 Emmet Street on Route 29 off I-64, the hotel offers 82 rooms and easy access to some of the area’s main attractions. This hotel features the brand’s latest design, which includes modern interiors, comfortable yet stylish furnishings, and spacious guest rooms and suites that feature spa-like bathrooms.

“This new hotel truly reflects the brand’s commitment to providing a modern and welcoming hospitality experience,” said Jeffrey Freund, senior vice president, Midscale Brands, Americas, Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group. “We are pleased to partner with Vinay Patel on another Country Inns & Suites hotel as we continue to expand the brand throughout the South East.”

Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Charlottesville-UVA, VA, offers guests the brand’s signature and complimentary, hot Be Our Guest breakfast served daily on classic diningware, free high-speed Internet, access to an outdoor fire pit with a comfortable seating area, an on-site business center and fitness center.

“We are excited to begin welcoming guests,” said Vinay Patel, the hotel’s owner. The Be Our Guest service culture the brand is known for as well as its modern design and amenities will provide guests with a great experience.”

Country Inns & Suites offers a warm and welcoming hospitality experience. The distinctive product and service innovations, such as the Be Our Guest employee training program have generated tremendous employee engagement scores and high guest satisfaction. For reservations and more information, visit www.countryinns.com.