83-suite Home2 Suites Florence Opens in South Carolina
Owned & Managed by High-Rise Hotels
FLORENCE, SC / MCLEAN, VA - October 16, 2014 - Home2 Suites by Hilton, Hilton Worldwide's award-winning mid-tier, all-suite hotel brand designed for modern business travelers and extended stay guests, today announced the opening of its 43rd hotel, Home2 Suites by Hilton Florence, located at 900 Woody Jones Boulevard. This is the second property for the brand in South Carolina.
"Florence is an area rich in culture and history, and the brand believes this is an ideal location in which Home2 Suites can thrive and provide its guests with the most unique travel experience they will find with a hotel in the mid-scale segment," said Bill Duncan, global head, Home2 Suites and Homewood Suites. "The opening of the brand's second hotel in South Carolina demonstrates Home2 Suites' continual growth and development."
The 83-suite hotel, located just 15 minutes from the Florence Regional Airport, is only minutes from the famous Darlington Raceway and is approximately 90 minutes from the sands of Myrtle Beach. The hotel is owned and managed by High-Rise Hotels, out of Florence.
"We are excited to be a part of the first Home2 hotel in Florence and believe the brand will bring a unique yet fitting addition to this great community," said Isaac Lewis, general manager, Home2 Suites by Hilton Florence. "The vibrant and family-friendly atmosphere will provide transient and extended stay guests a fun and fresh place to call home."
Guests experience easy access to technology, inviting community spaces, and trademark Home2 Suites amenities standard in all properties such as the Oasis lobby area, the Home2 MKT for grab-and-go items, and the Spin2 Cycle a combined laundry and fitness area. A complimentary continental breakfast is also available at the Inspired Table that includes a variety of morning favorites like a hot breakfast sandwich. All Home2 Suites properties are pet-friendly.
Home2 Suites by Hilton Florence participates in Hilton HHonors®, the only hotel rewards program that offers Points & Miles® and No Blackout Dates. For more information or to make a reservation, visit Home2 Suites Florence or call +1 843 664 9008. Read more about Home2 Suites by Hilton at www.home2suites.com and news.home2suites.com.
About Home2 Suites by Hilton
Home2 Suites by Hilton, the fastest growing brand in the history of Hilton Worldwide, is a mid-tier, award-winning extended-stay hotel concept designed to offer stylish accommodations, flexible guest room configurations and inspired amenities for the cost-conscious guest. With a commitment to environmentally friendly products and hotel operations, Memphis, Tenn-based Home2 Suites offers a complimentary breakfast selection with over 1 million combinations; 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 pet friendly environment. For more information about Home2 Suites by Hilton visit http://www.home2suites.com/. For information on franchising opportunities, visit http://www.home2franchise.com/.
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