MINNEAPOLIS (December 11, 2015) – Country Inns & Suites By CarlsonSM, a leading upper-midscale hotel brand, today announced the opening of Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Houston-Westchase, TX, located in the Westchase district of Houston. This new construction hotel features the brand's latest design, which includes new exterior architecture, modern interiors, comfortable yet stylish furnishings, and spacious guest rooms and suites that feature spa-like bathrooms.

"We are excited to announce the opening of this newly constructed hotel, one that features our brand's latest design elements that capture the look and feel of a modern country home," said Jeffrey Freund, senior vice president, Midscale Brands, Americas, Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group. "Country Inns & Suites By Carlson is committed to providing guests a caring, comfortable and consistent hospitality experience all delivered with a touch of home and this new hotel will do just that." The hotel offers 71 guest rooms with a variety of suites and configurations. Guests of the hotel have access to an array of amenities including free WiFi, an outdoor pool and whirlpool tub, complimentary weekday newspaper, and the brand's signature complimentary, hot Be Our Guest breakfast served daily on classic dining ware. Additionally, the hotel offers free weekday shuttle service within a five-mile radius, particularly helpful for business travelers visiting corporations in the area.

"We are excited to open our doors under the Country Inns & Suites brand," said the hotel's owner, Ashik V. Patel. "The newly constructed hotel with its modern design and Be Our Guest service culture will provide guests with a truly unforgettable experience."

Country Inns & Suites offers a caring, consistent, comfortable hospitality experience delivered with a touch of home, and features particularly attractive for business travelers. 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.