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A Brand Debut in Mississippi and 10th U.S. Property, the
100-suite Home2 Suites Biloxi North/D’Iberville Opens
Owned by Thomas Properties Mississippi and Managed
by Global Management and Investment
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News for the Hospitality Executive |
| McLean,
Va. (June 8, 2012) –
Home2 Suites by Hilton, the award-winning mid-tier, all-suite hotel
brand
designed for modern business travelers and extended-stay guests,
announced the
opening of its tenth U.S. hotel. The Home2 Suites
Biloxi North/D’Iberville is located right on the Gulf Coast, marking
the first
property for the brand in Mississippi. The hotel joins nine other
Home2 Suites already open in Fayetteville, N.C., Layton, Utah,
Baltimore, Md.,
San Antonio, Texas, West Valley City, Utah, North Charleston, S.C.,
Lexington
Park, Md.; Jacksonville, N.C.; and Nashville, Tenn. The first guest to
check-in
today received their first night complimentary along with a gift basket
filled
with all things Mississippi. “We are proud to continue to reach milestones with our Home2 Suites brand, and are focused on meeting the demand for extended stay hotels. This property is particularly important to us not only because it is our tenth but also because it addresses the needs of business and leisure travelers returning to the area,” said Bill Duncan, global head, Home2 Suites by Hilton. “We look forward to building a long-lasting relationship with the local community and having travelers to the Gulf Coast experience our ‘hip and humble’ approach.” The five-story, 100-suite hotel is located at 3810 Promenade Parkway, D’Iberville, Miss., only minutes away from the beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. The property is owned by Thomas Properties Mississippi LLC and managed by Global Management and Investment, based in Stockbridge, Ga. Nearby attractions include the Biloxi Lighthouse, Deep Sea Fishing Charters, the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art, signature golf courses and the city’s world-renowned casinos. The hotel is also a short drive away from the Keesler Air Force Base, the Biloxi Regional Medical Center, the Huntington Ingalls Shipyard (Northrup Grumman), the Chevron Pascagoula Refinery, and the NASA Stennis Space Center. The hotel features an outdoor, heated saline pool with views of the Tchoutacabouffa River, and includes the standard Home2 Suites appointments that the brand incorporates to promote sustainability. These include low-flow showers and faucets, CFL light bulbs, dual-flush toilets, recycled flooring, saline pools, Energy Star appliances, and carpet, material and surfaces made from recycled product and other sustainable product selections. Home2 properties also use real china dishes, glasses and mugs instead of disposable place settings. The landscaping features indigenous plants, which significantly minimizes water usage and irrigation needs. The property offers easy access to technology and inviting community spaces, as well as the trademark Home2 Suites amenities standard in all properties, such as the Oasis lobby area, the Home2 MKT for grab-and-go items, Spin2 Cycle and the “Inspired Table” complimentary breakfast. The hotel is also pet-friendly, and features a dedicated outdoor area for four-legged guests. Home2 Suites by Hilton currently operates 10 hotels and has nearly 70 properties in its development pipeline. The brand currently has nine properties under active construction in Frisco, Texas; Charlotte, N.C.; Oxford, Ala.; Huntsville, Ala.; Jackson/Ridgeland, Miss.; Philadelphia, Pa.; Rahway, N.J.; Baltimore, Md.; and Columbus, Georgia. Future properties are slated for many of the nation’s major markets, including Houston, Atlanta, Washington, D.C. and Denver. Home2 Suites also is approved for expansion into Canada and Mexico. About Home2 Suites by Hilton  Home2
Suites by Hilton, the newest addition to the Hilton Worldwide portfolio
of
brands, is a mid-tier, extended-stay hotel concept designed to offer
stylish
accommodations, flexible guest room configurations and inspired
amenities for
the cost-conscious guest. As the fastest growing brand in the
history of
Hilton Worldwide, Memphis, Tenn.-based Home2 Suites offers a
complimentary
breakfast selection; innovative and customizable guest room design;
combination
laundry and fitness area; complimentary Wi-Fi Internet access; multiple
outdoor
spaces; 24-hour business center; expansive community spaces; and a
commitment
to environmentally friendly products and hotel operations. For more
information
about Home2 Suites by Hilton visit http://news.home2suites.com.
For information on
franchising opportunities, visit http://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 93 years, Hilton Worldwide has offered 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 3,800 hotels and timeshare properties, with 630,000 rooms in 91 countries and include Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, DoubleTree by Hilton, 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®. Visit www.hiltonworldwide.com for more information and connect with Hilton Worldwide at www.facebook.com/hiltonworldwide, www.twitter.com/hiltonworldwide, www.youtube.com/hiltonworldwide, www.flickr.com/hiltonworldwide and www.linkedin.com/company/hilton-worldwide. |
| Contact: Jennifer Hughes Director, Brand Public Relations Home2 Suites by Hilton +1 901 374 6053 Julie Jimenez rbb Public Relations +1 305 967 6678 |