MEMPHIS, Tenn. � (April 28, 2010) � Home2 Suites by Hilton, a mid-tier
extended-stay hotel concept targeting the savvy value-wise extended-stay
guest, announces an additional six locations and reports a total of 60
application approvals at the end of the first quarter of 2010, further
building on its strong franchise momentum.
Locations and hotel details of the six newest locations include:
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Mobile, Ala. Located at the intersection of Springhill Memorial Place and
Springhill Memorial Drive; 89 suites; four stories; all standard Home2
Suites amenities, including indoor saline pool; plus 1,000 square feet
of meeting space
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Amarillo, Texas. Located at 8231 Amarillo Blvd. West; 92 suites; four stories;
and all standard Home2 Suites amenities, including indoor saline pool
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Hot Springs, Ark. Located at 4950 Central Ave.; 108 suites; four stories;
all standard Home2 Suites amenities; plus an expanded saline pool and expanded
exercise facility
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Alexandria, La. Located at 3160 N. MacArthur Dr.; 80 suites; four stories;
and all standard Home2 Suites amenities, including indoor saline pool
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D�Iberville, Miss. Located on the northwest corner of the I-10 and I-110
interchange; 100 suites; five stories; all standard Home2 Suites amenities;
plus outdoor saline pool
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Raleigh/Durham, N.C. Located on the southeast corner of the intersection
of I-540 and Highway 54; 104 suites; four stories; and all standard Home2
Suites amenities, including indoor saline pool
�Since launching Home2 Suites in 2009, we have received a very positive
response from the development community and we are pleased to see the momentum
continue with the addition of six additional application approvals during
the first quarter of 2010,� said Bill Duncan, Global Head, Brand Management,
Home2 Suites by Hilton. �We are thankful for the opportunity to bring
this concept to so many new markets and look forward to being a part of
the growth and success of each individual community.�
Home2 Suites, a complement to the current Hilton Worldwide portfolio
of brands, will embody the following attributes:
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An authentic new design and brand personality that greets guests upon arrival
and is reflected throughout the property.
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The �Oasis,� an expanded living zone with community tables, individual
work zones, market, integrated guest laundry and fitness room.
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More amenities and services such as a daily complimentary inspired continental
breakfast; outdoor walking trail; saline pool; outdoor living rooms; outdoor
grills and more.
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An innovative guestroom design that features an iconic �working wall,�
a series of modular, brand-designed millwork pieces that serve as workspace,
closet and storage.
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Fundamentally sustainable design that, without impacting operational costs,
enhances the guest experience with amenities such as EPA Water Sense plumbing
fixtures by Kohler; tamper-proof bulk shower dispensers; dual-flush toilets;
and recycled carpet tile flooring.
The Home2 Suites brand was officially launched at the 8th Annual America's
Lodging Investment Summit, a hotel-industry conference, in late January
2009 and broke ground on its first hotel in December 2009, in Fayetteville,
N.C. The steady growth and success of Home2 Suites has resulted in
60 approved applications at the end of the first quarter of 2010 and approximately
30 additional applications within various stages of the pipeline, making
it the fastest growing brand in Hilton Worldwide�s history.
On average, Home2 Suites properties will be comprised of 90 percent
studios and 10 percent one-bedroom suites, at 323 and 509 square feet,
respectively. Public space will account for approximately 4,200 square
feet.
| Guest Rooms: Guest rooms provide innovative and practical flexibility
with separate media and bedroom areas. It includes a fully-accessorized
kitchenette with a refrigerator/freezer with icemaker, dishwasher, microwave/convection
oven and coffee maker.
The living room/media zone has a queen-size sofa/sleeper, a 42-inch
flat-screen TV, a roll-around ottoman, ambient and task lighting, and "hip
and humble" brand artwork. All guestrooms feature queen-sized beds.
The guestroom also includes an iconic "working wall" which incorporates
the kitchenette and flexible working space with a moveable desk, pin-up
spaces and adaptable storage options.
Clean lines, a neutral yet energetic color palette and integrated technology
complete the hip and stylish ambiance. Environmentally conscious appointments
include low flow showers and faucets; bulk bath amenities; dual flush toilets;
recycled flooring, and other sustainable product selections. www.Home2Franchise.com |
Home2 Suites estimates that it will open 100 properties by year-end
2013, with 60 to 70 per year thereafter. The brand�s immediate focus
will be on U.S. development, with expansion starting in Canada, followed
by Mexico and other international locations in subsequent years.
About Home2 Suites by Hilton
Home2 Suites by Hilton is the newest addition to the Hilton Worldwide
portfolio of brands designed for the extended-stay guest seeking a mix
of style, comfort and value. Whether on the road for two days or
two months, Home2 Suites provides the services and amenities travelers
need to make the most of life away from home, such as: complimentary breakfast
daily; expansive community spaces; innovative guest room design; combination
laundry and fitness area; complimentary Wi-Fi Internet access; various
outdoor spaces; and 24-hour business center. For more information
about Home2 Suites by Hilton or to see if there�s a location coming soon
near you, please visit www.Home2Suites.com.
For information on franchising opportunities, visit www.Home2Franchise.com.
About Hilton Worldwide
Hilton Worldwide is the leading global hospitality company, spanning
the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay
suites and mid-priced hotels. For more than 90 years, Hilton Worldwide
has been offering business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations,
service, amenities and value. The company is dedicated to continuing
its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global
brands. Its brands are comprised of more than 3,500 hotels in 81
countries and include Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels
& Resorts, Hilton, Doubletree, Embassy Suites Hotels, Hilton Garden
Inn, Hampton Hotels, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton
and Hilton Grand Vacations. The company also manages the world-class
guest reward program Hilton HHonors. For more information about the company,
please visit www.hiltonworldwide.com. |
