Carlson Opens Country Inn in Gillette, WY
JUNE 9, 2009 - The new 80-room Country Inn & Suites By Carlson(R) Gillette today announced it is open for business at 2597 S. Douglas Highway.
"We're very excited to bring the Country Inns & Suites By Carlson concept to this region," said Steve Mogck, executive vice president and chief operating officer for Country Inns & Suites By Carlson. "All employees will participate in our 'Be Our Guest' service training program, to ensure consistent delivery of quality customer service at our hotels."
"This hotel is a wonderful addition to our community. We are confident that this recognized brand and lodging concept will help us grow and prosper in the future," said Susan Blaylock, general manager of the Country Inn & Suites By Carlson in Gillette.
The 100 percent non-smoking hotel features an indoor whirlpool and 11,000 square foot indoor water park with two slides, a lazy river, toddler play pool, basketball pool and Jacuzzi. Admission to the water park is $8 for guests and free to members of goldpoints plus(SM), the hotel's loyalty program. Other amenities include a complimentary hot breakfast and access to an offsite fitness center with racquetball, sauna and exercise equipment. The hotel offers a variety of guest room styles including standard rooms, studio suites, one-bedroom suites and Jacuzzi suites. All rooms feature complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access, hair dryer, 32-inch LCD television, microwave and refrigerator.
Conveniently located two miles from downtown Gillette, the hotel is less than eight miles from Campbell County Airport. The hotel is also close to several golf courses and a variety of outdoor activities.
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