Aston Takes on Management of Waikiki Beachside Hotel
HONOLULU, HI - January 3, 2011 - Aston Hotels & Resorts announced today the return of the Waikiki Beachside Hotel to the Aston portfolio of hotels and condominium resorts, increasing the number of hotel and resort properties to over 27 on four major Hawaiian Islands, South Lake Tahoe, California; Sun Valley, Idaho and Lake Las Vegas.
“The Aston Waikiki Beachside Hotel is located in the center of Kalakaua Avenue, directly across from one of the world's most famous beaches, Waikiki,” said Kelvin Bloom, president, Aston Hotels & Resorts. “This hotel has always been a perfect choice for value-conscious travelers; affordable and steps from the beach, shopping and Waikiki activities. We warmly welcome the hotel back to our collection of Hawaii resorts.” Bloom suggested, “Stay tuned for more news on the Waikiki Beachside. We're embarking on the initial phase of hotel renovations with exciting details to be announced in early 2011.”
Guests at the Aston Waikiki Beachside Hotel will find a multitude of dining and shopping options just steps from the hotel entrance, including the famous International Marketplace. Neighboring attractions include the Honolulu Zoo, Waikiki Aquarium, the Ala Wai Golf Course and the 200-acre Kapiolani Park with running paths, the Zoo Fence Art Mart, sporting events, and free Sunday concerts at the Kapiolani Bandstand, featuring the Royal Hawaiian Band. Nightly torch lighting and sunset hula performances take place, beachside, directly across Kalakaua Avenue from the hotel.
Accommodations include 79 air-conditioned hotel rooms, most with lanai, ocean and city views, complimentary WiFi connectivity in the lobby and courtyard, cable television, mini-refrigerators for chilled drinks and snacks and in-room safe.
About Aston Hotels & Resorts
Aston Hotels & Resorts operates a diverse range of condominium resorts and hotels with accommodations from hotel rooms and condominium suites, to villas and cottages that suit ay lifestyle, taste or budget. Based in Honolulu, the company manages more than 4,500 rooms in over 27 properties on the four major Hawaiian Islands, South Lake Tahoe, California and Sun Valley, Idaho. From more information, visit www.AstonHotels.comor call toll free 866-774-2924.
Aston is an operating segment of Interval Leisure Group, Inc. (Nasdaq IILG) a leading global provider of membership and leisure services to the vacation industry.
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