Vision Hospitality Group Breaks Ground on SpringHill Suites by Marriott in Atlanta, Georgia
CHATTANOOGA, TN. August 4, 2016 — Vision Hospitality Group, Inc. recently broke ground on the 12-story SpringHill Suites by Marriott Atlanta Downtown. The hotel is anticipated to open in spring 2018, and is one of 18 properties either in development or under construction in Vision's expansive pipeline.
The 170-room hotel will offer SpringHill's signature spacious guests rooms, featuring dedicated work areas, in-suite microwaves, mini-fridges and spa-like bathrooms. The convenient downtown location will offer today's leisure and business travelers excellent amenities with a modern lobby, 24-hour market, state of the art business center and Matrix equipped fitness center. The hotel will be located on Ivan Allen Jr. Boulevard and Venable Street NW, in walking distance to the National Center for Civil & Human Rights, the College Football Hall of Fame, the World of Coke, the Georgia Aquarium and the many fine-dining options that make the Atlanta downtown area one of the top destinations in Georgia.
“We are excited to be expanding in Atlanta, especially in downtown” Vision President & CEO Mitch Patel said. “In addition, our continued partnership with Marriott reinforces our ongoing strategy to invest in premium brands in strong markets. The SpringHill Suites brand is one of the best hotel brands available today for both business and leisure travelers and we are happy to add this brand to Vision's growing portfolio.”
Vision currently has an additional three hotels in development in the Atlanta metro area: The Home2 Suites by Hilton Atlanta NW/Kennesaw Town Center, the Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta/Decatur/Downtown, and the first Tru by Hilton to break ground in the United States - the Tru by Hilton Atlanta/McDonough. Vision's current pipeline of 18 hotels either under construction or in development branch across four different states in urban markets.
About Vision Hospitality Group, Inc.
Chattanooga-based Vision Hospitality Group, Inc. is a leading hotel management and development company with an unwavering commitment to quality and integrity. Although the company's roots date back to 1978, Vision Hospitality Group, Inc. was officially formed in 1997 by President & CEO Mitch Patel. Still family-owned and operated today, Vision has a hotel portfolio and pipeline of premium select and full-service hotels affiliated with the Hilton, Marriott and InterContinental brands. To learn more about Vision Hospitality Group, Inc., visit www.vhghotels.com, www.facebook.com/vhghotels and www.twitter.com/vhghotels
About SpringHill Suites by Marriott
SpringHill Suites by Marriott is an all-suite brand that offers design and style at an affordable price, appealing to both business and leisure travelers. Ranked highest in the Guest Satisfaction Study for the Upscale Brand Segment by J.D. Power and Associates' 2012 North America Guest Satisfaction Index Study, the brand features spacious suites and smart layouts that allow guests to relax and reenergize. Launched in 1998, the brand currently has more than 300 locations in the United States and Canada. SpringHill Suites participates in the award-winning Marriott Rewards® frequent travel program that allows members to earn hotel points or airline miles for every dollar spent during each stay. For more information, call the SpringHill Suites toll-free number at 888-287-9400, visit www.springhillsuites.com, become a fan at www.facebook.com/springhillsuites or follow SpringHill at twitter.com/springhillsuites
About Marriott International, Inc.
Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is a global leading lodging company based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, with more than 4,300 properties in 85 countries and territories. Marriott International reported revenues of nearly $14 billion in fiscal year 2014. The company operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts under 19 brands, including: The Ritz-Carlton®, Bvlgari®, EDITION®, JW Marriott®, Autograph Collection® Hotels, Renaissance® Hotels, Marriott Hotels®, Delta Hotels and Resorts®, Marriott Executive Apartments®, Marriott Vacation Club®, Gaylord Hotels®, AC Hotels by Marriott®, Courtyard®, Residence Inn®, SpringHill Suites®, Fairfield Inn & Suites®, TownePlace Suites®, Protea Hotels® and MoxyHotels®. Marriott has been consistently recognized as a top employer and for its superior business ethics. The company also manages the award-winning guest loyalty program, Marriott Rewards® and The Ritz-Carlton Rewards® program, which together surpass 54 million members. For more information or reservations, please visit our website at www.marriott.com, and for the latest company news, visit www.marriottnewscenter.com.
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Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is a global leading lodging company based in Bethesda,Maryland, USA, with more than 4,200 properties in 80 countries and territories. Marriott International reported revenues of nearly $14 billion in fiscal year 2014. The company operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts under 19 brands, including: The Ritz-Carlton®, BVlgari®, EDITION®, JW Marriott®, Autograph Collection® Hotels, Renaissance® Hotels, Marriott Hotels®, Delta Hotels and Resorts®, Marriott Executive Apartments®, Marriott Vacation Club®, Gaylord Hotels®, AC Hotels by Marriott®, Courtyard®, Residence Inn®, SpringHill Suites®, Fairfield Inn & Suites®, TownePlace Suites®, Protea Hotels® and MoxyHotels®. Marriott has been consistently recognized as a top employer and for its superior business ethics. The company also manages the award-winning guest loyalty program, Marriott Rewards® and The Ritz-Carlton Rewards® program, which together surpass 50 million members. For more information or reservations, please visit our website at 
