Columbus, OH (September 5, 2017) Tharaldson Hospitality Management, has announced the opening of Staybridge Suites® Columbus Polaris, an Intercontinental Hotel Group brand, in one of the most impressive shopping destinations in Columbus with an annual visitor rate exceeding 12 million visitors. The 119 all-Suite hotel is located at 9090 Lyra Drive, Columbus Ohio.

Aimee Fyke, Chief Operating Officer, Tharaldson Hospitality, said, “As part of IHG’s family of brands, Staybridge Suites® Columbus Polaris endeavors to provide guests with the best extended-stay experience possible. We believe our unique offering, coupled with an excellent location at Polaris Centers of Commerce will allow Staybridge Suites® Columbus Polaris to serve the needs of families, leisure, and business travelers alike”.

The hotel’s connection to the Polaris Fashion Place and proximity to new IKEA Columbus Home Furnishings and Tanger Factory Outlet, make it an attractive location for families as well as transient guests to Columbus. Business travelers can now choose this ideal location situated at Polaris. The hotel is off I71 which provides a commute of less than 15 minutes to John Glenn International Airport and the hotel is also close to downtown Columbus, allowing guests to reach the center of the city in less than 20 minutes.

“We are delighted to partner with IHG with the launch of Staybridge Suites® Columbus Polaris. The Polaris area economy continues to grow as a commercial hub for JP Morgan Chase and industries such as engineering, real estate, construction, and IT/telecommunications. This means an ever-increasing number of visitors who need extended stay options. Staybridge Suites® Columbus Polaris offers business travelers a world-class extended stay experience whenever they make Polaris their home-away-from home”, said Rachel Marchant, General Manager.

Staybridge Suites Polaris hotels cater to extended-stay travelers and offer competitive rates to business travelers. Guests will be able to choose from a selection of three suite configurations (deluxe studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom/2bath). Staybridge Suites® Columbus Polaris offers a home-like, upscale extended stay with a feeling of community with free Wireless Anywhere, suites with more space and a full kitchen, evening receptions and complimentary hot breakfast. There are also full-sized storage units, huge great room with two-story stone gas fireplace, business center, heated indoor pool, fitness center, gas fire pits and we are pet friendly. We know that being on the road means balancing work, family and friends, so we will go out of our way to make your travelers stays enjoyable while keeping them connected to what matters most.