Homewood Suites by Hilton Opens New Hotel in Waterloo St. Jacobs
Brand Continues Expansion in Canada with 16th Property Opening in Market; Second Hotel in Waterloo, ON, Canada Area
July 14, 2014 - Homewood Suites by Hilton, Hilton Worldwide's international brand of upscale, all-suite, extended-stay hotels, announced today the opening of its newest property, Homewood Suites Waterloo/St.Jacobs, ON, Canada. The four-story, 97-suite hotel is owned by Benjamin Hotel Inc., and managed by Kingsbury Hospitality Group Inc. Shuker Ismail, general manager, has been in the hotel industry for 19 years and is supported by Jasmina Savkovic, director of sales.
“As a home to several notable tourist attractions and areas of interest, as well as a growing population, Waterloo/St. Jacobs is the ideal destination for our second Homewood Suites in the market.” said Bill Duncan, global head, Homewood Suites by Hilton and Home2 Suites by Hilton. “Our hotels offer travelers a unique blend of space, comfort and value, solid reasons why the brand continues to expand and succeed in the Canadian market.”
Homewood Suites provides travelers amenities and services that maximize their travel budgets, including complimentary internet, daily full-hot breakfast and evening dinner and drinks Monday through Thursday*. In addition, Homewood Suites' 325+ all-suite hotels boast fully equipped kitchens, separate sleeping and living spaces, a complimentary grocery shopping service** and recreational options to stay active - all amenities that enable travelers to be at home and make life on the road more about life and less about the road.
“Homewood Suites Waterloo/St. Jacobs is the perfect hotel option for guests, whether they're in town for business or for pleasure,” said Shuker Ismail, general manager, Homewood Suites Waterloo/St. Jacobs.. “From our spacious suites and complimentary business center, to our proximity to popular Waterloo-area attractions and destinations, guests receive the ultimate mix of comfort and convenience.”
The hotel is located at 45 Benjamin Road, just minutes away from multiple shopping and dining options at the St. Jacobs Outlets Mall, the Farmers Market and the Village of St. Jacobs. The property also offers guests convenient access to University of Waterloo, Wilfrid Laurier University and Waterloo Technology Park, downtown Kitchener and Waterloo and RIM Park, Waterloo's premier recreation and park complex.
Homewood Suites Waterloo/St. Jacobs, ON, Canada participates in Hilton HHonors®, the only hotel rewards program that offers Points & Miles® and No Blackout Dates.
Read more about Homewood Suites by Hilton at www.homewoodsuites.com and www.news.homewoodsuites.com.
About Homewood Suites by Hilton™
Homewood Suites by Hilton, Hilton Worldwide's upscale, all-suite, residential-style hotel with more than 325 hotels open in the United States, Mexico and Canada. Homewood Suites by Hilton is proud to be a J.D. Power 2014 Customer Champion - one of an elite group of 50 U.S. companies to be named to this list. Also voted “Top Upscale Extended-Stay” hotel by J.D. Power and Associates and Business Travel News, Homewood Suites by Hilton is the first choice for guests seeking comfortable, home-like accommodations when traveling for an extended stay. Beyond its spacious suites, which feature separate living and sleeping areas, and fully equipped kitchens with full sized refrigerators, additional value-driven amenities include: complimentary Internet, a daily full-hot breakfast, and healthy, delicious evening meals with drinks every Monday-Thursday. The brand is focused on guest satisfaction and stands behind each stay with its 100% Suite Assurance® guarantee. For more information, please visit www.homewoodsuites.com.
*Service of alcohol subject to state and local laws. Must be of legal drinking age.
**Guest pays for groceries. Other restrictions apply.
About Hilton Worldwide
Hilton Worldwide (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxury and full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and focused-service hotels. For 95 years, Hilton Worldwide has been dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences. The company's portfolio of eleven world-class global brands is comprised of more than 4,100 managed, franchised, owned and leased hotels and timeshare properties, with more than 685,000 rooms in 92 countries and territories, including Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Curio - A Collection by Hilton, DoubleTree by Hilton, Embassy Suites Hotels, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Hotels, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand Vacations. The company also manages an award-winning customer loyalty program, Hilton HHonors®.
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