Phoenix I-17 Metrocenter Inn Joins Beat Western
PHOENIX, AZ, July 11, 2005. Best Western International announces the opening of the newly-renovated Best Western Phoenix I-17 MetroCenter Inn, located at 8101 N Black Canyon Hwy in Phoenix, Arizona. The 147 room hotel is centrally located off of the I-17 freeway and minutes from downtown Phoenix. Guests will appreciate the property's proximity to MetroCenter Mall and seven restaurants. Kids of all ages can entertain themselves at the only amusement park in Arizona, Castles and Coasters, located less than one mile away. For outdoors enthusiasts, nearby Piestewa Peak offers hiking and mountain biking.
The completely-remodeled rooms start at a rate of $60 per night. Each room includes wireless high-speed Internet access and more than 70 cable channels, including HBO. Guests will appreciate the free USA Today Newspaper with a complimentary hot breakfast buffet that includes sausage, eggs, and a make-your-own waffle station. A heated outdoor pool and spa and massage services are also available for guests. A 35-person meeting room can accommodate the needs of business travelers as well.
"Best Western is proud to welcome Phoenix I-17 MetroCenter Inn to our chain," said Mark Williams, vice president, North American Development for Best Western International. "We are happy to be expanding our portfolio of quality hotels right here in our own backyard. This property is ideally situated to take advantage of all that Phoenix has to offer."
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