Winegardner & Hammons Opens a Renaissance in Carmel, Indiana
CARMEL, IN, May 21, 2008. The "Hoosier" state prepares to unveil its first Renaissance near Carmel's premier Arts and Design District on Friday, May 30, 2008 during a ribbon cutting ceremony with Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard and other key dignitaries. The Renaissance Hotel is part of Marriott International's distinctive full-service hotel brand and the first for Cincinnati, Ohio based, Winegardner & Hammons, Inc., one of the country's top hotel management companies. "We are proud that Winegardner & Hammons, Inc. selected Carmel as the site for a Renaissance Hotel," said Mayor Jim Brainard. "Its location along the Meridian Street Corridor and high level of guest services will be ideal for business travelers and other visitors to the area. We appreciate their investment in our community."
Destined to put the art back in hospitality, The Renaissance Indianapolis North Hotel reflects a vibrant design and the distinctive personality of today's discovery traveler by incorporating a feel and flavor of the local community. Savvy Signature services include: the MI Great Room; a redefined and imaginative lobby experience that creates a sense of "buzz" by the special areas that encourage you to be yourself: communal tables, library, day/night bar, the brand's "Cocktail Culture" and wi-fi throughout all the public areas. The bold unexpected surroundings are in harmony with crisp and anticipatory service. All 263 guest rooms and four executive suites are decked out with 32' LCD TV's, complete with interactive multi-media; a Plug 'n Play Jack Pack and wire-less high-speed internet access; Renaissance Hotel's new luxurious bedding; club level; in-room coffee makers and complimentary newspaper.
"It's exciting to be a part of history in the making," stated Renaissance Indianapolis North Hotel General Manager, Paul O'Connor. The distinct Renaissance Indianapolis North Hotel, ideally located just north of Indianapolis at 11925 N. Meridian St. in Carmel, IN showcases a host of on-site amenities including: 15,000 square-feet of versatile meeting space, encompassing a 7,500 square-foot ballroom and 15 meeting rooms with high speed internet access and offers the brand's Plum Perfect event planner program. The hotel's grille 39 restaurant is a complement to the local area with private dining and features daily signature cuisine. A tech savvy fitness center, 24 hour business center and in-door lap pool add to the many amenities desired by today's travelers. This is a full service hotel with the soul of a boutique. For information or reservations, please call the Renaissance Indianapolis North Hotel at 800-228-9290, 317-816-0777 or visit www.renaissanceindianapolis.com.
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