Newest Hilton Garden Inn Opens in Fort Myers, FL
November 10, 2009 - Hilton Garden Inn® the award-winning brand of upscale, yet affordable, hotels, today announced the opening of the 164-room Hilton Garden Inn Fort Myers Airport/FGCU representing an addition to the brand's growing global portfolio of nearly 500 hotels.
The new hotel is owned and operated by Cooper Hotels, which now operates four hotels in Fort Myers with a total of 654 rooms and suites.
“The Hilton Garden Inn Airport/FGCU is one mile from Southwest Florida International Airport, across from Gulf Coast Town Center mall and in close proximity to a number of corporations and businesses. The hotel is also near many local attractions including Germain Arena, Hammond Stadium and City of Palms Stadium,” said Daryl Miesner, the hotel's general manager. “Our airy Pavilion lobby combined with our well designed guestrooms, convenient guest services and friendly hotel team members make our hotel an ideal choice when traveling to Fort Myers and Lee County. No matter the trip occasion, we can ensure our guests have everything they need.”
Situated just one block east of I-75 at exit 128, the hotel offers complimentary airport transportation and a shuttle service within a five-mile radius of the hotel, and also provides the amenities to ensure guests sleep deep, stay fit, eat well, work smart and treat themselves while on the road.
Hotel amenities include: a glass-enclosed Pavilion lobby featuring a comfortable lounge area with a television and fireplace; an easy-to-set alarm clock that allows guests to play their portable CD or MP3 player; an in-room “hospitality center” with a mini fridge, microwave oven and coffee maker; a sitting area with an easy chair and ottoman; a hairdryer; and an iron and ironing board. The hotel also features a flexible ballroom that accommodates up to 200 guests reception style and can be divided into two smaller meeting rooms.
Hilton Garden Inn participates in Hilton HHonors®, the only hotel rewards program that offers Points & Miles® and No Blackout Dates.
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