Prestige to Manage Clarion Hotel
Bristol, CT - March 7, 2011 - Prestige Hospitality Group announced that it has been awarded the operations and management contract for the Clarion Hotel in Bristol, Connecticut. Under this new assignment, Prestige Hospitality Group (PHG) will be responsible for daily hotel operations, capital improvements, marketing and business development at the 120 room full-service hotel.“I am confident that our management experience and hospitality expertise will create a superior experience for our guests,” said James C. Frenis, CHA, Chief Executive Officer of Prestige Hospitality Group. “This is an exciting opportunity for Prestige Hospitality Group to have a positive impact on the hotel and community.”
The Clarion Hotel is located on Century Drive in Bristol, within close proximity to Lake Compounce and ESPN Headquarters. Hotel amenities include an indoor swimming pool, fitness center and sauna, meeting rooms and banquet facilities, and a full-service restaurant and lounge.
“The initial focus of efforts at the Clarion will be to streamline operations and invest in facility upgrades that will benefit our guests,” said Mr. Frenis. “Over the next several months, we expect to implement a series of strategic improvements that will help position the hotel for future growth.”
Headquartered in Albany, New York, Prestige Hospitality Group owns, develops and manages hotels and hospitality properties throughout the northeast. PHG provides operational, financial and strategic management services for a mixed portfolio of franchised and independent, select and full service hotels. Prestige Hospitality Group can be found on the web at www.prestigehg.com
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