MINNEAPOLIS – July 18, 2017 – Country Inns & Suites By CarlsonSM, a leading upper midscale hotel brand, today announced the opening of Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Washington, D.C East – Capitol Heights, MD. Located at 8850 Hampton Mall Drive North, the hotel adds ease for visitors in town for a game at FedExField as it only two miles from the stadium. The hotel recently completed an extensive $1.5 million renovation which includes upgrades to the guest rooms, business center, fitness center, lobby and breakfast area.

“We are thrilled to welcome this refreshed hotel to our expanding portfolio of Country Inns & Suites hotels on the East Coast,” said Jeffrey Freund, senior vice president, Midscale Brands, Americas, Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group. “The investment the hotel owners have made in this property, coupled with our brand’s complimentary amenities and focus on providing a welcoming, home-like atmosphere will lead to an exceptional guest experience.”

The hotel offers 74 guest rooms and spacious suites, including the Presidential Suite which has a separate room and living area with a pullout sofa and dining table. Guests have access to an onsite fitness center, business center, free Wi-Fi and the brand’s signature and complimentary, hot Be Our Guest breakfast served daily on classic dining ware. There is an onsite 800 square foot meeting space that can accommodate up to 50 people. The hotel is also conveniently located within two miles of Prince George’s County Regional Medical Center, a state-of-the-art hospital currently under construction.

Guests can tailor their stay at the hotel through a variety of specialized packages. Those visiting with a significant other can book the Romance Package to receive a $25 gift card to Kobe’s Japanese Steak House. The Business Package adds ease to a travel schedule by allowing an early check in and late check out.

“We are very proud to open the doors of our beautiful hotel under the Country Inns & Suites brand,” said Samira Early, the hotel’s general manager. “The friendly and accommodating staff trained in the Be Our Guest service philosophy is guaranteed to provide a comfortable and relaxing stay for our guests.”

Country Inns & Suites offers caring, consistent and comfortable hospitality delivered with a touch of home. The distinctive product and service innovations, such as the Be Our Guest employee training program have generated tremendous employee engagement scores and high guest satisfaction. For reservations and more information, visit www.countryinns.com.