McLean, Va. (April 1, 2013) – 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 17th U.S. hotel, the Home2 Suites by Hilton Baltimore/White Marsh. The first guest to check-in today received a Home2 welcome gift basket.

"Baltimore’s strong business climate, along with progressive communities such as White Marsh makes this an ideal location to debut our third Home2 Suites hotel in Maryland," said Bill Duncan, global head, Home2 Suites by Hilton.  “With its location near popular sports venues, the business district and tourist attractions, this hotel is the perfect complement to the community and expands our hip and humble approach to the visitors of Baltimore.”

The four-story, 108-suite hotel is owned by White Marsh Hospitality I, LLC and managed by Baywood Hotels, Inc.  Located at 10465 Philadelphia Road in White Marsh, the Home2 Suites by Hilton Baltimore/White Marsh is positioned close to Interstate 95 in the White Marsh business district.  Guests have easy access to a number of local corporations including, General Motors, Lockheed Martin and Aberdeen Proving Grounds.  The property is located just minutes from many local attractions including, the White Marsh Mall, Oriole Park at Camden Yards, Baltimore National Aquarium and THE AVENUE at White Marsh.

The Baltimore/White Marsh property features an indoor saline swimming pool, in addition to a walking trail that winds around the property.  The hotel also 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, the Spin2 Cycle, a combined laundry and fitness area, and free continental breakfast at the Inspired Table that includes a variety of morning favorites like a hot breakfast sandwich.

Home2 Suites by Hilton currently operates 17 hotels and has nearly 70 properties in its development pipeline. The brand currently has 13 properties under active construction in Jackson/Ridgeland, Miss.; Philadelphia, Pa.; Rahway, N.J.; Rochester, N.Y.; Pittsburgh, Pa.; Baltimore/Aberdeen, Md.; Austin, Texas; Nashville, Tenn.; Memphis-Southaven, Miss.; Salt Lake City/South Jordan, Utah; Denver, Colo.; Florida City, Fla.; and Querétaro, Mexico. Future properties are slated for many of the nation’s major markets, including Houston, Atlanta and Washington, D.C. Home2 Suites has also signed its first deal to open a property in Edmonton, Canada.

For more information, visit www.home2suites.com or visit the brand’s Facebook page.

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 a 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 3,900 hotels and timeshare properties, with 650,000 rooms in 90 countries and territories 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.