Carlson Continues Expansion of Country Inns in the Midwest
Opens 12th Hotel In Indiana
March 18, 2011 - Carlson, a privately held, global hospitality and travel company, announced the further expansion of Country Inns & Suites By Carlson(SM) in the Midwestern United States. The opening of Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Greenfield, Ind. marks the brand's growth in the region as part of its Ambition 2015 strategy.
"With 12 Country Inns & Suites hotels in Indiana and more than 175 locations in the Midwest, this region is the strongest for the brand in the U.S.," said Steve Mogck, executive vice president and chief operating officer for Country Inns & Suites By Carlson. "We are focused on building momentum in North America and emerging markets as we increase our portfolio of hotels over the next four years."
Country Inns & Suites offers caring, consistent, comfortable hospitality with a touch of home. The brand offers an expanded complimentary hot breakfast, free high-speed Internet access and weekday newspaper - features especially attractive to business travelers.
"We are thrilled to be joining Country Inns & Suites, Carlson and their family of brands during these exciting times, given Carlson's strengths and momentum. We are confident that the consistency, value and leadership of this brand and the Carlson system will result in a successful future for this hotel," said Mike Patel, owner of the Country Inn & Suites, Greenfield, Ind.
The hotel is fifteen minutes east of Indianapolis and offers an indoor pool, whirlpool and fitness center. Meeting space is available for up to 30 people. The 63-room hotel also features whirlpool suites, one-bedroom suites, studio suites and guest rooms with microwave, refrigerator and flat panel televisions. The hotel is managed by IPD Hospitality, Inc.
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