ELEMENT to Wake Up Extended Stay Options
SEPTEMBER 5, 2007. Waking up in the Village of Summerlin, Las Vegas, Nevada's premiere Master Planned Community, never felt so good thanks to a new outlook on extended stay travel. Today, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT), announced an agreement with LaPour Partners, Inc. to open an ELEMENT hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada in October 2008. Inspired by Westin Hotels & Resorts, ELEMENT Las Vegas Summerlin will mark the beginning of construction with a "Ground Awakening" event on September 24, 2007. Summerlin's newest hotel will offer a one of a kind extended stay experience that combines smart design, nature-inspired, eco-friendly touches, and modern amenities. After a perfect night's sleep on the Westin brand's renowned Heavenly Bed(R), guests can guarantee that they will leave ELEMENT Las Vegas Summerlin knowing what it truly means to wake up and thrive.
Awaken to Smart Design
The ELEMENT brand's unique smart design philosophy is evident from the moment guests arrive. After passing through a signature portal that provides a literal bridge to the ELEMENT interior haven, guests will be greeted with streams of natural light from a multi-storied window wall. The vitality of the lobby will be matched by the energy of the hotel's outdoor fire pit and barbecue, where a regular nightly gathering will give guests an opportunity to interact, while sipping a glass of wine or draft microbrew beer.
"Every aspect of ELEMENT Las Vegas Summerlin is designed to help guests thrive and be at their best while they are traveling," said Nicholas Lakas, Director, ELEMENT Hotels. "Our guests will be able to experience a new mode of extended stay travel while enjoying everything that Summerlin and Las Vegas have to offer."
The smart design and clever use of space in the hotel's 123 guest rooms will be aimed at encouraging guest productivity while facilitating relaxation. ELEMENT Las Vegas Summerlin's open, modular flow will blend together each part of the guestroom to create a residential feel. Guests will be able to customize their rooms to match their habits through multi-purpose, modular furniture, swiveling flat-screen televisions, large desks with open shelving and custom-designed closets. In addition, each room offers a complete kitchen that features modern, energy-star rated appliances and all the tools and utensils to prepare a gourmet meal. Guests will also rest soundly in the Westin brand's renowned Heavenly Bed(R), and recharge each morning in a sleek, contemporary bathroom with an oversized spa shower.
A Vital Travel Hub
Located on the western edge of the Las Vegas Valley, Summerlin is one of the nation's fastest growing communities. Summerlin, also known as "America's community," is home to a growing array of exceptional dining, world class shopping, and unique cultural facilities that rank as some of the best in the Las Vegas Valley. Whether you want to play a round of golf on one of the many championship courses, explore the breathtaking Red Rock Natural Conservation Area, or visit the famous Las Vegas strip, Summerlin reminds every traveler what it truly means to thrive while on the road.
"Summerlin is the perfect location for Element. Travelers will awaken to the newest mode of extended stay travel, outfitted with the quality and modern amenities that guests have come to expect in a Westin inspired hotel." said James Coleman, Chief Development Officer, LaPour Partners, Inc. "Visitors to ELEMENT Las Vegas Summerlin will not only appreciate the easy access to downtown Las Vegas and the city's most popular attractions, but also the unique richness that makes Summerlin a natural place to thrive."
Space to Live Your Life
A signature breakfast offering, fully equipped fitness center and uninterrupted indoor/outdoor public spaces will deliver a multi-functional, natural environment that provides guests with the space to work, relax or socialize. Intuitive staff will provide guests the personalized attention they need and the space they desire to live a complete and balanced life while at the hotel.
ELEMENT Las Vegas Summerlin will also feature approximately 800 square feet of meeting space, an integrated technology center and library, as well as cafe seating, a workspace and a flexible lobby lounge space. For breakfast, guests will be able to choose among several options, including its signature hot breakfast sandwich, fresh fruit and cereal bar.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is one of the leading hotel and leisure companies in the world with approximately 890 properties in more than 100 countries and 145,000 employees at its owned and managed properties. Starwood Hotels is a fully integrated owner, operator and franchisor of hotels and resorts with the following internationally renowned brands: St. Regis(R), The Luxury Collection(R), W(R), Westin(R), Le Meridien(R), Sheraton(R), Four Points(R) by Sheraton, Aloft(TM), and Element(TM) . Starwood Hotels also owns Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., one of the premier developers and operators of high quality vacation interval ownership resorts. For more information, please visit www.starwoodhotels.com.
About LaPour
LaPour is an opportunity driven real estate firm focusing on growing real estate markets in Nevada, Arizona and California. Through a proven approach to development, LaPour Partners has carved a niche for award-winning development and has become an integral part of the explosive growth in the Sunbelt States. For more information please visit the company website by accessing www.lapour.com.
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