Avia Savannah Hotel Opens
JANUARY 23, 2009 - AVIA Savannah, the first in a small, carefully-developed collection of new-concept boutique hotels, is now open.
Developed and managed by Wichita, Kansas-based hospitality company LodgeWorks, the six-story AVIA Savannah overlooks the soon-to-be-restored Ellis Square in the heart of the city's revitalized historic district, less than 30 minutes away from Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport. Through its design, services and amenities, AVIA Savannah will reflect the city's history, culture and culinary traditions, artistic sensibilities and the vision of many prominent local tastemakers, offering guests a uniquely welcoming ambiance and spirit of personal discovery.
With 151 rooms and suites, AVIA Savannah combines understated elegance with the enthusiasm of a local host. In-room amenities include spa-inspired bathrooms with walk-in showers, lush beds and fine linens, gourmet refreshment bars, 42-inch flat panel televisions, alarm clock radios with MP3 docking stations, spacious working areas, and complimentary wired and wireless Internet access.
Other facilities at the hotel include the outdoor Terrace + Pool, an alfresco setting with intimate seating nooks, private cabanas, a fire pit, a swimming pool and views of Savannah's News Place on Ellis Square Courtyard; The Kitchen, featuring an eclectic dinner menu of tastings that celebrate regional dishes and culinary traditions; The Wine Bar, which offers an impressive selection of wines and beers; and the 2,765-square foot Event Room, the perfect venue option for distinctive conferences and special events.
Among AVIA Savannah's signature services are a 100 percent smoke-free environment, a fitness center, complimentary internet stations with printer, concierge services with tips from local tastemakers, and imaginative packages for groups and individuals to tap into the best of Savannah.
For a limited time, AVIA is offering special introductory rates for guests, starting at $269 per night.
AVIA Savannah is located at 14 Barnard Street. For more information or to take advantage of the introductory offer, guests can call (866) 644-2842 or (912) 233-2116, or visit www.aviahotels.com to make reservations for stays from January 15, 2009 through March 31, 2009. Reservations must be booked in advance, and blackout dates apply.
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