Casa Ojai to 'Defranchise' from Best Western Affiliation
December 1, 2009 - One of Ojai's most popular inns, Best Western Casa Ojai, is dropping its franchise name and marketing affiliation on December 1, 2009 and moving forward, will be known as the Casa Ojai Inn.
Located at 1302 East Ojai Avenue in Ojai, the property will be re-branded simply as Casa Ojai Inn, and new signage will be installed marking its transition.
“Ojai has always been filled with family owned businesses. Casa Ojai is no exception”, explains Geoff Wells, President of the newly formed Ojai Hospitality Group. “After 28 years as a member of Best Western, we have decided to embrace Ojai's desire for a franchise-free, small town atmosphere by separating ourselves from the Best Western label. We fully intend to maintain the high quality product our guests have come to expect here at Casa Ojai Inn. We hope that our guests enjoy the many changes that are being made and thank them for their continued business.”
In addition to the Casa Ojai Inn, the parent company, Ojai Hospitality Group, owns and operates Su Nido Inn, also located in the Ojai Village. Founded in 2008, the company is currently in a growing and acquisition mode, according to Wells.
To celebrate the re-branding of the Casa Ojai, the Inn is offering a special rate for the months of December and January. Sunday through Thursday, the rate for a deluxe room is $85.00; Friday and Saturday, the nightly rate is $105.00, excluding tax and based upon availability.
Situated near beautiful Los Padres National Forest, in the picturesque Ojai Valley, the Inn offers breathtaking views and a location that is minutes away from the charming village of Ojai. Perfect for a weekend getaway, the newly renovated Casa Ojai Inn features 45 guest rooms and quality amenities such as complimentary high-speed wireless internet, in-room refrigerators, complimentary bottled water, high grade linens, spa quality “Wave” amenities, new Simmons high-quality beds, green certified cleaning practices, salt water pool & jacuzzi, free local calls, an expanded complementary continental breakfast and much more.
Casa Ojai Inn is a recipient of the 2009 Best of Ojai Award in the Hotels category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA), was rated in the top 3% of all Best Westerns for overall customer service and accommodations for the 2009 year and is a Green Suites Certified Green Hotel. Call (805) 646-8175 or (800) 255-8175 for reservations or more information, or visit www.ojainow.com or www.ojaiinn.com.
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