81-suite Home2 Suites by Hilton Opens in Oxford, Alabama
Owned by Oxford Hospitality and Managed by Ascent Hospitality
McLean, VA - February 13, 2013 - Home2 Suites by Hilton, the award-winning mid-tier, all-suite hotel brand designed for modern business travelers and extended-stay guests, announced the opening of its 14th U.S. hotel in Oxford, Ala. The Home2 Suites Oxford is the first property for the brand in the state. The first guest to check-in yesterday received a Home2 welcome basket.
“Oxford's mix of local attractions and business activity make it an ideal destination for the Home2 brand offering in Alabama,” said Bill Duncan, global head, Home2 Suites by Hilton. “Home2 Suites hotels are designed for savvy, value-oriented travelers looking for comfortable suites and the added value benefits of an extended stay hotel, including the great price point.”
The five-story, 81-suite hotel is located at 300 Colonial Drive, Oxford, Ala., close to downtown Anniston and the Talladega Superspeedway, as well as local businesses including BAE Systems, Precision Strip, General Dynamics, Honda, Civilian Marksmanship, US Army Depot, NABI and Doncaster/Southern Tool. Nearby attractions include the Cider Ridge Golf Club, the Cheaha State Park and the Berman Museum of World History. The property is owned by Oxford Hospitality LLC and managed by Ascent Hospitality LLC.
The hotel offers easy access to technology and inviting community spaces, as well as the trademark Home2 Suites amenities standard in all properties, such as the Oasis lobby area, the Home2 MKT for grab-and-go items, Spin2 Cycle and the “Inspired Table” complimentary breakfast. The hotel also features an outdoor saline pool, and is pet-friendly, featuring a dedicated outdoor area for four-legged guests.
Home2 Suites by Hilton currently operates 14 hotels and has nearly 70 properties in its development pipeline. The brand currently has 10 properties under active construction in Huntsville, Ala.; Jackson/Ridgeland, Miss.; Philadelphia, Pa.; Rahway, N.J.; Pittsburgh, Pa.; Baltimore, Md.; Augusta, Ga.; Austin, Texas; Nashville, Tenn.; and Florida City, Fla. Future properties are slated for many of the nation's major markets, including Houston, Atlanta, Washington, D.C. and Denver. Home2 Suites also recently announced its first signed deal in Edmonton, Canada, and is approved for expansion into Mexico.
For more information, visit www.home2suites.com or visit the brand's Facebook page.
About Home2 Suites by Hilton
Home2 Suites by Hilton, the newest addition to the Hilton Worldwide portfolio of brands, is a mid-tier, extended-stay hotel concept designed to offer stylish accommodations, flexible guest room configurations and inspired amenities for the cost-conscious guest. As the fastest growing brand in the history of Hilton Worldwide, Memphis, Tenn.-based Home2 Suites offers a complimentary breakfast selection; innovative and customizable guest room design; combination laundry and fitness area; complimentary Wi-Fi Internet access; multiple outdoor spaces; 24-hour business center; expansive community spaces; and a commitment to environmentally friendly products and hotel operations. For more information about Home2 Suites by Hilton visit http://news.home2suites.com. For information on franchising opportunities, visit http://www.home2franchise.com/
About Hilton Worldwide
Hilton Worldwide is a leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For 93 years, Hilton Worldwide has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. The company is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Its brands are comprised of more than 3,900 hotels and timeshare properties, with 650,000 rooms in 90 countries and territories and include Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, 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 the world-class guest reward program Hilton HHonors®. Visit www.hiltonworldwide.com for more information and connect with Hilton Worldwide at www.facebook.com/hiltonworldwide, www.twitter.com/hiltonworldwide, www.youtube.com/hiltonworldwide, www.flickr.com/hiltonworldwide and www.linkedin.com/company/hilton-worldwide.
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