North Charleston, SC – April 3, 2013 – The 84-room Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott in North Charleston, SC is scheduled to open on Friday, April 12, 2013. Located at 2540 North Forest Drive, the Fairfield Inn & Suites North Charleston/Ashley Phosphate will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned by Northside Hotel Associates and managed by Gateway Hospitality of Columbia, SC.

Located seven miles from Charleston International Airport and 20 minutes from downtown, the hotel offers guests convenient access to the Charleston Area Convention Center and the North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center.

“We are pleased with the continued growth of Fairfield Inn & Suites hotels in the North Charleston 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 Fairfield Inn & Suites public space features an innovative and contemporary design that is both flexible and functional. The open and bright lobby welcomes guests with a vibrant color palette of greens, blues and oranges. Thoughtfully designed rooms and suites offer separate living, working and sleeping areas. Plush mattresses, televisions, microwaves and mini-fridges enhance the guest experience. The bright, spacious living area provides a well-lit work area, ergonomic chair and entertainment area with a second television.

“Fairfield Inn & Suites is a great brand that integrates well with the needs of visitors to the North Charleston area," said Clancy Cipkala, managing partner, Gateway Hospitality. “We are committed to providing guests with excellent service and an experience that will keep them coming back.”

A complimentary continental breakfast is available each morning in the lobby area. Other hotel amenities include an outdoor swimming pool, an exercise room, a complimentary airport shuttle, valet laundry service, complimentary Wi-Fi, as well as fax and copy services.

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 complimentary Wi-Fi and breakfast, 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 North Charleston/Ashley Phosphate hotel directly at 843-725-5400, call the Fairfield Inn & Suites toll-free number at 800-228-2800, visit www.fairfieldinn.com or become a fan at www.facebook.com/fairfieldinnandsuites.

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