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SUFFOLK CHESAPEAKE, Va., May 23, 2012
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Crestline
Hotels & Resorts, Inc. today announced the
appointment of Chris Tanner
as General Manager for the Courtyard by Marriott Suffolk
Chesapeake and
the TownePlace Suites Suffolk Chesapeake. These two
hotels are situated
adjacent to one another providing a choice of
accommodations for
visitors to the Hampton Roads Suffolk area near
Chesapeake, VA. The
Courtyard by Marriott Suffolk Chesapeake offers a
selection of 92 guest
rooms and 700 square feet of conference space while the
TownePlace
Suites Suffolk Chesapeake offers 72 guest suites with
full kitchens and
separate living space.
Mr. Tanner joins Crestline from LTD Hospitality where he was General Manager for the Aloft Chesapeake. He brings more than 15 years of hospitality industry operations and management experience to his new position, having also served as the General Manager for the Courtyard by Marriott Yorktown, VA, and TownePlace Suites Livonia, MI. Mr. Tanner began his career as a Math and Science teacher in Southfield, MI. "Chris is an accomplished leader with excellent experience in hotel operations and focused guest service," said James Carroll, President & Chief Operating Officer of Crestline Hotels & Resorts. "He is familiar with the Chesapeake market as well as the brands of hotels he will be managing. We are confident in his success," added Carroll. Mr. Tanner holds a B.S. in Education from Central Michigan University. He has been recognized with numerous industry accolades. Mr. Tanner can be reached at [email protected]. About the Courtyard Suffolk Chesapeake Hotel Suffolk, Virginia The Courtyard Suffolk Chesapeake is an excellent choice for those looking for an affordable, traveler friendly hotel in the Hampton Roads area. Located at 8060 Harbour View Blvd, Suffolk, VA, the hotel offers easy access to Portsmouth, Newport News and Virginia Beach and is in walking distance to Lockheed Martin's Center for Innovation. It is also near Northrop Grumman, MITRE, SAIC, Raytheon, and General Dynamics, as well as the Shipyard in Newport News and Norfolk Naval Shipyard. The hotel welcomes guests with a soothing, modern design and upscale bedding in its 92 guest rooms. This hotel is a certified member of Virginia Green Lodging, and participates in both the statewide Virginia Green program and EarthPact, a Crestline Hotels & Resorts green initiative focused on sustainable hotel practices. For more information and reservations call 757.483.5777 or online at www.marriott.com. About the TownePlace Suites Suffolk Chesapeake Hotel Suffolk, Virginia Perfect for those traveling to the Hampton Roads area for an extended stay or who desire extra space, the TownePlace Suites Suffolk Chesapeake provides quick access to some of the areas' best leisure attractions. The hotel's location in Northern Suffolk borders the cities of Chesapeake and Portsmouth, and is near the Bridgeway Commerce Park and the Harbour View Commerce Park. The TownePlace Suites Suffolk Chesapeake offers 72 beautifully appointed suites including studio, one, and two bedrooms suites. Each suite includes separate living, dining and sleeping areas, as well as fully equipped kitchens with refrigerators and microwaves. Located at 8050 Harbour View Blvd, Suffolk, VA, the hotel is within driving distance to challenging golf courses, the Great Dismal Swamp Wildlife Refuge, Colonial Williamsburg and Virginia Beach. Great shopping and dining are nearby at the Chesapeake Square and McArthur Center malls. This pet-friendly hotel in Suffolk is perfect for families and sports teams visiting the Boo Williams Sportsplex. For more information and reservations visit www.marriott.com or call 757.483.5177. About Crestline Hotels & Resorts, Inc. Crestline Hotels & Resorts, Inc. is one of the nation's largest independent hospitality management companies. Founded in 2000, the company presently manages 49 hotels, resorts and conference and convention centers with nearly 8,800 rooms in 11 states and the District of Columbia. Crestline Hotels & Resorts manages 10 independent properties in major U.S. markets including Atlanta, Houston, Los Angeles and Washington D.C. Crestline also manages properties under such well-regarded brands as Marriott, Hilton, Westin, Sheraton, and Crowne Plaza. For more information visit www.crestlinehotels.com. Note: Certain matters discussed herein are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Certain, but not necessarily all, of such statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology, such as "believes," "expects," "may," "will," "should," "estimates" or "anticipates" or the negative thereof or comparable terminology. |
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