STATE COLLEGE, PA, MAY 21, 2015 – Shaner Hotel Group, one of the hospitality industry’s leading owner-operators of full- and select-service hotels, today announced that it will convert its existing Crowne Plaza Hotel in Paramus, New Jersey to a Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott International to better serve business and leisure travelers seeking a productive work environment, a host of complimentary amenities and thoughtfully designed rooms and suites.

Located on the Garden State Parkway adjacent the Paramus Park Mall, the Fairfield Inn & Suites provides easy access to Route 17 and the local business district. The multi-million dollar brand conversion is expected to be completed by February of 2016.

The new, 109-room Fairfield Inn & Suites will feature a number of new design features including an updated exterior; an inviting and spacious lobby and lobby lounge area with a vibrant, natural color palette and natural stone hearth; a breakfast lounge with buffet serving area; and complimentary Wi-Fi with ample connectivity options including a “connect and print” area with both seated and standing Internet stations.

In addition, the new property is attached to the award-winning and popular Bonefish Grill restaurant.

Plato Ghinos, President of Shaner Hotel Group, said the upgrade to a Fairfield Inn & Suites was in direct response to the ever-changing demands and dynamics of today’s business and leisure traveler. “Our experience with our select-service hotel guests tells us they want a productive, comfortable and restful experience with a range of amenities that helps them work, relax and enjoy their stay with us,” he said.

“We believe this conversion will appeal to business and leisure travelers seeking a centrally located property in Paramus with modern design features, ‘smart’ room decors and amenities consistent with the Fairfield brand’s heritage of great guest services.”

Among the other features and amenities of the new Fairfield Inn & Suites are:

  • A new, convenient 24/7 Corner Market will offer guests a variety of sandwiches, snacks and beverages;
  • Open reception and lobby lounge areas featuring natural light and views connecting the indoors with the outdoors;
  • An inviting lobby area highlighted by a natural stone hearth, organic-shaped sofa and lounge chair, and unique local features;
  • Laundry facilities in each of the hotel’s 10 suites and main laundry services, extra-large fitness room, guest corridor ice machines and vending;
  • The Breakfast area’s signature “farm table” provides a central gathering place where guests can enjoy complimentary breakfasts including make-your-own waffles, breakfast sandwiches and healthy items such as fruit, yogurt and whole grain cereals and breads;
  • The standard king rooms and suites feature the signature “smart” room décor and includes a well-designed work area near the window with a curved, mobile desk and ergonomic chair with task lighting; a plush mattress sleeping area toward the middle of the room for easier access to the bathroom and wardrobe; and a flat screen TV; and
  • All 60 standard king rooms and 10 suites feature bright, spacious living areas with a comfortable couch, flat screen TV, refrigerator, coffeemaker and microwave.