Grand Venice Hotel Wedding & Conference Center Joins Best Western Brand
HAGERSTOWN, MD, December 6, 2005. Best Western International announces the addition of the Best Western Grand Venice Hotel Wedding and Conference Center to the World's Largest Hotel Chain(R). Located at 431 Dual Highway in Hagerstown, Maryland, just one hour from Baltimore, this hotel boasts 114 rooms each equipped with refrigerators and microwaves. The full-service property offers complimentary continental breakfast, an exercise facility, Jay's Lounge - an upscale bar, the Venetian Salon and Spa, Perkins Restaurant, along with a vintage wine cellar and liquor store. The conference and meeting facilities can accommodate up to 600 people. Rates start at $79 per night. Consumers can contact the property directly for special packages.
Guests of the Best Western Grand Venice Hotel Wedding and Conference Center are surrounded by a multitude of activities. Just a short drive from the hotel, explore the history of Antietam Battlefield and a enjoy golf, skiing and skating along with shopping at the Prime Outlets. The Charlestown Races and Slots Casino along with the Hagerstown Speedway offer other entertainment options near the hotel.
"Best Western is proud to welcome the Grand Venice Hotel Wedding and Conference Center to our chain," said Mark Williams, vice president, North American Development for Best Western International. "This versatile property is a great lodging choice for business and leisure travelers and makes the perfect backdrop for social and business functions."
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