Valdosta, Georgia – August 20, 2012 – The 132-room Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott in Valdosta, Georgia is scheduled to open this Wednesday, August 22, 2012. Located at 2010 West Hill Avenue, the former Wingate hotel will operate as a Marriott franchise owned and managed by Peachtree Hotel Group, LLC of Atlanta, Georgia.

Whether traveling for business or pleasure, the Fairfield Inn & Suites Valdosta offers guests convenient access to Moody Air Force Base, Valdosta State University and is the nearest hotel to Wild Adventures Theme Park.

“We are pleased to introduce Fairfield Inn & Suites hotels in the Valdosta area,” said Shruti Buckley, vice president and global brand manager, Fairfield Inn & Suites. “This hotel offers quality accommodations at an affordable price to business and leisure travelers. We look forward to welcoming guests and providing the friendly service that sets Fairfield Inn & Suites apart.”

The new Fairfield Inn & Suites public space features an innovative and contemporary design that is both flexible and functional. Thoughtfully designed rooms offer a flat-panel HDTV, an iHome Stereo and the sleeping area features plush mattresses, downy blankets and crisp linens to create a truly revitalized bedroom experience. Additional in-room amenities include a refrigerator, microwave oven, a sitting area, hair dryer and two phones with free local calls.

A complimentary hot breakfast is available each morning in the lobby area.  Other hotel amenities include an outdoor swimming pool-the largest in Valdosta, exercise room, two meeting rooms, valet laundry service, free high-speed Internet and fax and copy service.

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott is designed for today’s traveler who is looking to be productive on the road, whether for business or leisure. In addition to free breakfast and high-speed Internet access, Fairfield Inn & Suites offers thoughtfully designed rooms and suites that provide separate living, working and sleeping areas. With more than 675 properties throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico, Fairfield Inn & Suites hotels participate in the award-winning Marriott Rewards frequent travel program that allows members to earn hotel points or airline miles for every dollar spent during each stay. For more information or reservations, contact the Fairfield Inn & Suites Valdosta hotel directly at 229-242-1225, call the Fairfield Inn & Suites toll-free number at 800-228-2800 or visit www.fairfieldinn.com.

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