First Hospitality Nears Completion of Bloomington Hampton Inn & Suites
ROSEMONT, IL, November 16, 2006. First Hospitality Group, Inc. today announced that they are entering the final phases of construction for the newest addition to their portfolio, a Hampton Inn & Suites located in Bloomington-Normal, IL. The property is now scheduled to open during the first quarter of 2007. The announcement was made by Robert Habeeb, President and COO of First Hospitality Group, Inc.
The brand new, five-story Hampton Inn & Suites is conveniently located along Veterans Parkway in the Shoppes at College Hills mall and will feature 129 spacious rooms and studio suites. Accommodations include luxurious ''Cloud Nine'' beds and linens, LCD high-definition televisions, large work desks, mini lap desks, coffee service, hair dryer, iron and ironing board. The suites will include a microwave, fridge and sitting area with sofa bed. Guest can also relax in the indoor pool and spa or take advantage of the fitness center, business center and Suite Shop. All guests will also enjoy complimentary ''On the House Hot Breakfast" and High Speed Wireless Internet.
"This property is an excellent additions to our growing portfolio and reinforces our strategy to solidify our standing as the Midwest's leading hotel development and management company," said Habeeb. "Adding this Hampton Inn & Suites to our diverse and growing portfolio furthers our company's Strategic Growth Initiatives that center around ground-up development, acquisitions, and innovative third-party management."
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