WORLDHOTELS Welcomes Two New Hotels in the Americas
Tuscana Resort Near Orlando and Hotel Le Petit in West Hollywood
OCTOBER 21, 2008. WORLDHOTELS, the hotel group for independent hotels and regional hotel brands, today announced the additions of two new hotels to its growing global portfolio: Tuscana Resort in Champion's Gate, Fla., near Orlando and Hotel Le Petit in West Hollywood, Calif. These new additions bring the total number of new hotels so far in 2008 to 30 properties; the company's global portfolio currently totals almost 500 hotels in 70 countries. Tuscana Resort is the 17th WORLDHOTELS' property in Florida; Hotel Le Petit is the company's 10th hotel in California.
"Adding high-quality hotel properties in key markets is critical to our organization's success," said Tom Griffiths, vice president, WORLDHOTELS, the Americas. "These properties were very appealing to us for not only their wide variety of outstanding accommodations, but also for the superior amenities, central locations and activities offered to create memorable and rewarding guest experiences. We look forward to a long and prosperous relationship with these outstanding hotels."
About Hotel Le Petit Hotel
The luxurious all-suite Hotel Le Petit is located in the center of Los Angeles' famed West Hollywood neighborhood and features 79 suites inspired by the turn-of-the-century, French-bohemian lifestyle. Original works of art are showcased throughout the hotel.
A wealth of in-room amenities are offered at Hotel Le Petit, including upscale toiletries by Natura Spa, signature bamboo and latex mattresses, 600+ thread count Egyptian cotton linens, fully stocked mini-bars, inviting fireplaces, wireless Internet connectivity, and iHome alarm clocks with iPod docking stations.
On the hotel's VIP floor, personal butler service is available, while at the rooftop pool and caf'e, guests can indulge in a salt-water swimming pool, watch the city lights from the custom-tiled Jacuzzi, or enjoy an evening with friends by the outdoor fireplace.
In-room spa services, featuring massages, glamour and makeup services, and personal fitness including yoga sessions, are also offered. For more on this new property, visit their Web site at http://lepetitwesthollywood.com.
About Tuscana Resort
Tuscana Resort, located south of Orlando, features oversized two- and three-bedroom Mediterranean-inspired garden condominiums.
The centerpiece of the property is the beautifully appointed $2 million clubhouse boasting an oversized swimming pool with shady cabanas and a large 35-seat state-of-the-art theater for viewing a favorite movie. A fully equipped fitness center is available, as is the Tuscana Tavern, open daily serving "light-fare food" and a full liquor bar to guests seated inside the restaurant or poolside.
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