Sheraton Debuts in Augusta, GA
DECEMBER 14, 2009 - Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announces the opening of Sheraton Augusta Hotel in Augusta, Georgia. Owned by Palmetto Hospitality and managed by The Newport Group, the 152-room hotel is the first Starwood property to open in Augusta in five years. Sheraton Augusta Hotel is also part of a $6 billion brand-wide global revitalization effort, which includes upgrading 100 hotels in the U.S., renovating 50,000 guest rooms and re-designing more than 100 new lobbies.
“We are delighted to extend the Sheraton brand to Augusta, 'the Garden City of the South' and home of the world-famous Masters Golf tournament,” said Hoyt Harper, Senior Vice President, Sheraton Hotels & Resorts. “Sheraton prides itself on creating a sense of community and belonging for its guests by providing them with spacious accommodations, signature services and updated technologies that make it easy to stay connected.”
Owned by Palmetto Hospitality, Sheraton August Hotel will occupy a prime location just two minutes from the prestigious Augusta National Golf Club and les than ten miles from Augusta's historic downtown district. Guests will enjoy proximity to several other leading attractions including the Riverwalk, the shops at Surry Center, Augusta History Museum and Bell Auditorium. The hotel is convenient to the offices of Ingersoll Rand, AT&T, Electrolux and John Deere, as well as Augusta State University, Medical College of Georgia and Fort Gordon Military Base.
The heart of the energetic and interactive lobby at Sheraton Augusta Hotel is the Link@SheratonSM experienced with Microsoft. This signature lobby lounge is both a physical and a virtual space, enabling guests to stay connected, work and socialize through free Wi-Fi and Internet-enabled computer stations, video-chats, televisions and daily newspapers. Other facilities include an indoor and outdoor pool, patio, and new, state-of-the-art fitness center developed in partnership with Core Performance, an organization that trains elite athletes and Olympians and is dedicated to providing breakthrough solutions to help individuals achieve their maximum performance.
Perfect for small to mid-size conferences or events, the hotel offers 1,450 square feet of state-of-the-art meeting space and a full catering staff. Prime 1079 Steakhouse delivers tasty fare with a southern flair in a sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere, and The Sweetwater Lounge is the perfect spot to unwind while enjoying the best martinis in town.
The 152 warmly decorated guest rooms offer an expansive work area, high-speed Internet access and the signature Sheraton Sweet SleeperSM Bed - a nine-layer custom-designed ensemble boasting an exquisitely comfortable, plush mattress, fluffy down and hypoallergenic pillows, crisp cotton sheets and signature blanket and duvet. The hotel's club level includes upgraded amenities, as well as a Club Lounge where guests can network with colleagues, enjoy a complimentary breakfast and sample afternoon hors d'oeuvres.
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