Choice Hotels

WoodSpring Suites Expands Footprint in Seattle Area

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Tuesday, June 19, 2018
Hotel chains, Hospitality industry, Value Place, Travel, Choice Hotels, Tourism, Woodspring, Suite, Tukwila station, WoodSpring Hotels

Located at 15637 West Valley Highway, the hotel is the third WoodSpring property to open in the growing greater Seattle area, joining WoodSpring Suites Seattle Redmond and WoodSpring Suites Seattle Everett.

Key Points: 
  • Located at 15637 West Valley Highway, the hotel is the third WoodSpring property to open in the growing greater Seattle area, joining WoodSpring Suites Seattle Redmond and WoodSpring Suites Seattle Everett.
  • "The opening of WoodSpring Suites Seattle Tukwila hotel marks another important milestone for the brand since Choice's acquisition and highlights our focus on thoughtfully expanding the brand's footprint to markets desired by both guests and developers," said Ron Burgett, vice president, franchise development, WoodSpring Suites, Choice Hotels.
  • The WoodSpring Suites Seattle Tukwila property is also 100 percent smoke free and offers pet-friendly accommodations, family suites, a fitness center, lobby coffee station, and guest laundry room.
  • "The WoodSpring Suites brand is a proven performer in the extended stay segment, and we see the opening of WoodSpring Suites Seattle Tukwila, our third WoodSpring Suites property, as an opportunity to broaden our real estate portfolio throughout the Northwest while offering great extended stay accommodations for guests," said Mike Nielson, principal and CEO at West77 Partners.

Sleep Inn Brand Continues Rollout of In-Demand Prototype

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Monday, June 4, 2018
Hotel chains, Hospitality industry, Travel, Tourism, Choice Hotels, Suite, Hotel

The Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny-Des Moines hotel reflects the proven prototype design introduced in 2016, which has fueled interest from developers and served as a catalyst for the brand's expansion.

Key Points: 
  • The Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny-Des Moines hotel reflects the proven prototype design introduced in 2016, which has fueled interest from developers and served as a catalyst for the brand's expansion.
  • The Sleep Inn brand has more than 140 properties in the pipeline with openings planned this year in popular markets, such as Denver and Fort Worth, Texas.
  • Every Sleep Inn hotel offers a simply stylish stay that's designed to help guestsDream Better Here.
  • Franchised by global lodging leader Choice Hotels, Sleep Inn properties boast strong product consistency and an established presence in the midscale hotel segment with over 500 Sleep Inn properties open and under development acrossNorth America.

Emotions All-Inclusive Resorts By Hodelpa In Juan Dolio And Playa Dorada Join The Ascend Hotel Collection

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Friday, June 1, 2018
Geography of the Dominican Republic, Juan Dolio, Hotel chains, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, Choice Hotels, Resort, All-inclusive resort, Golden Sands

ROCKVILLE, Md., June 1, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Emotions All-Inclusive Resorts by Hodelpa, in Juan Dolio and Playa Dorada, Dominican Republic, are the latest resorts to join the Ascend Hotel Collection by Choice Hotels International , further expanding the brand's Caribbean offerings with the brand's first all-inclusive properties.

Key Points: 
  • ROCKVILLE, Md., June 1, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Emotions All-Inclusive Resorts by Hodelpa, in Juan Dolio and Playa Dorada, Dominican Republic, are the latest resorts to join the Ascend Hotel Collection by Choice Hotels International , further expanding the brand's Caribbean offerings with the brand's first all-inclusive properties.
  • Emotions All-Inclusive Resorts by Hodelpa in Juan Dolio is nestled in a private beach area, providing the ultimate escape.
  • The Playa Dorada Emotions All-Inclusive Resorts by Hodelpa offers a stunning golden sands beach with the largest beach front of the northern coast in Playa Dorada Puerto Plata.
  • As members of the Ascend Hotel Collection, both Hodelpa resorts will participate in the award-winning Choice Privileges loyalty rewards program, rated no.

Comfort Brand Debuts First Hotels With New Logo, Signaling Transformation To Guests

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Friday, June 1, 2018
Hotel chains, Hospitality industry, Travel, Tourism, Choice Hotels, Hotel, Comfort, Candlewood Suites, SpringHill Suites

"Seven years ago, we started a $2.5-billion journey to transform the guest experience by modernizing Comfort brand hotels while remaining true to the brand's track record of trusted reliability," said Anne Smith, vice president, brand management and design at Choice Hotels.

Key Points: 
  • "Seven years ago, we started a $2.5-billion journey to transform the guest experience by modernizing Comfort brand hotels while remaining true to the brand's track record of trusted reliability," said Anne Smith, vice president, brand management and design at Choice Hotels.
  • "There's never been a better time to build a Comfort hotel," said Brian Quinn, head of development, new construction brands, Choice Hotels.
  • The Comfort brand, franchised by Choice Hotels, has been trusted by travelers and hotel owners for more than 30 years.
  • With Comfort Inn, Comfort Inn & Suites and Comfort Suites hotel properties nationwide, the Comfort brand family is ready to take care of guests everywhere they need to be.

WoodSpring Suites Achieves Record-Setting Development Growth Since Choice Hotels Acquisition

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Thursday, May 31, 2018
Hotel chains, Hospitality industry, Travel, Tourism, Value Place, Choice Hotels, Hotel, RevPAR, WoodSpring Hotels

The acquisition by Choice Hotels and all of the resources that they bring to the table furthers interest in the brand, and resulted in our record-setting first quarter, including 19 franchise agreements with the brand's largest developer," said Ron Burgett, vice president, WoodSpring Suites development, Choice Hotels.

Key Points: 
  • The acquisition by Choice Hotels and all of the resources that they bring to the table furthers interest in the brand, and resulted in our record-setting first quarter, including 19 franchise agreements with the brand's largest developer," said Ron Burgett, vice president, WoodSpring Suites development, Choice Hotels.
  • "The extended-stay segment is on fire, and the WoodSpring Suites brand continues to be a leader in the category."
  • The WoodSpring Suites brand outpaced the extended-stay segment with an impressive RevPAR increase of 13.5 percent compared to the same period of the prior year.
  • "There have been many significant accomplishments for the WoodSpring Suites brand in the first 90 days since welcoming the brand to the Choice family," said Ralph Thiergart, vice president and general manager, extended-stay brands, Choice Hotels.

The Cove Hotel Joins The Ascend Hotel Collection

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Wednesday, May 30, 2018
Hotel chains, Hospitality industry, Travel, Tourism, Choice Hotels, Hotel, The Hotel Collection

ROCKVILLE, Md., May 30, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --The Cove Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection member by Choice Hotels International, made its official debut earlier this month.

Key Points: 
  • ROCKVILLE, Md., May 30, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --The Cove Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection member by Choice Hotels International, made its official debut earlier this month.
  • Top amenities and features of the hotel include:
    Known for inspiring individuality, the Ascend Hotel Collection is the first and largest global soft brand, by Choice Hotels International , featuring best-in-class unique, boutique and historic hotels and resorts.
  • There are more than 200 Ascend Hotel Collection member hotels worldwide.
  • Membership with the Ascend Hotel Collection enables distinctive, independent properties to gain a global presence while maintaining their local charm.

Choice Hotels Honors Top Franchisees with Annual Premier Awards

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Tuesday, May 29, 2018
Hotel chains, Choice Hotels, Hospitality industry, Travel, Tourism

The elite designations, Premier Hotelier, Premier Legacy, and Premier Developer, distinguished three of the company's top franchisees from 2017: Hospitality Asset Management Company (Premier Hotelier), Magnolia Hospitality Group (Premier Legacy), and Filmore Capital Partners (Premier Developer).

Key Points: 
  • The elite designations, Premier Hotelier, Premier Legacy, and Premier Developer, distinguished three of the company's top franchisees from 2017: Hospitality Asset Management Company (Premier Hotelier), Magnolia Hospitality Group (Premier Legacy), and Filmore Capital Partners (Premier Developer).
  • "Our Premier Award winners represent the dedication to service and innovation in which Choice Hotels and its family of brands was built upon," said David Pepper, chief development officer, Choice Hotels.
  • "We deeply value our relationship with owners, and each of these winners has helped fortify Choice Hotels as a best-in-class hospitality and franchising company.
  • The Premier Hotelier award builds upon past accolades the company has received from Choice Hotels for their exceptional service and award-winning properties.

The BLVD Hotel In Costa Mesa Joins The Ascend Hotel Collection

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Monday, May 14, 2018
Hotel chains, Hospitality industry, Travel, Tourism, Choice Hotels, Hotel

ROCKVILLE, Md., May 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The BLVD Hotel in Costa Mesa, Calif. is the latest hotel to join the Ascend Hotel Collection by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's largest hotel companies.

Key Points: 
  • ROCKVILLE, Md., May 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The BLVD Hotel in Costa Mesa, Calif. is the latest hotel to join the Ascend Hotel Collection by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's largest hotel companies.
  • Known for inspiring individuality, the Ascend Hotel Collection is the first and largest global soft brand, featuring best-in-class unique, boutique and historic hotels and resorts.
  • There are more than 200 Ascend Hotel Collection member hotels worldwide.
  • Membership with the Ascend Hotel Collection enables distinctive, independent properties to gain a global presence while maintaining their local charm.

Sleep Inn Brand Brings Simply Stylish Design To New Hotel Associate Uniforms

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Thursday, May 3, 2018
Hotel chains, Hospitality industry, Travel, Tourism, Choice Hotels, Hotel, Inn

"Guests and developers alike love the nature-inspired, simply stylish design of the Sleep Inn brand," said Anne Smith, vice president, brand management and design, Choice Hotels.

Key Points: 
  • "Guests and developers alike love the nature-inspired, simply stylish design of the Sleep Inn brand," said Anne Smith, vice president, brand management and design, Choice Hotels.
  • "Uniforms are yet another way the Sleep Inn brand delivers on its commitment to affordable style," said Kristen Salotti, director, brand strategy, Choice Hotels.
  • Every Sleep Inn hotel offers a simply stylish stay that's designed to help guestsDream Better Here.
  • Franchised by global lodging leader Choice Hotels, Sleep Inn properties boast strong product consistency and an established presence in the midscale hotel segment with over 500 Sleep Inn properties open and under development acrossNorth America.

Choice Hotels Announces 2018 'Best of Choice' Award Winners at 64th Annual Convention

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Thursday, May 3, 2018
Hotel chains, Hospitality industry, Travel, Tourism, Choice Hotels, The Hotel Collection, Hotel

ROCKVILLE, Md., May 3, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's largest hotel companies, announced its "Best of Choice" award winners last night at the company's 64th Annual Convention in Las Vegas.

Key Points: 
  • ROCKVILLE, Md., May 3, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's largest hotel companies, announced its "Best of Choice" award winners last night at the company's 64th Annual Convention in Las Vegas.
  • Winners are selected for each Choice Hotels brand for their commitment to superior guest service and operational excellence, and rank among the top properties in Choice Hotels' portfolio.
  • Below is the full list of the 2018 Choice Hotels "Best of Choice" award winners:
    Inn at the Mill, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member (Springdale, Ark.)
  • With over 6,800 hotels franchised in more than 40 countries and territories, Choice Hotels International represents more than 500,000 rooms around the globe, and as of February 1, 2018, more than 1,000 hotels were in its development pipeline.