Extended Stay Extends the Holidays by Providing an Affordable Home Away From Home

National hotel chain eases woes of holiday travel at the “most wonderful time of the year”

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. November 20, 2012

CHARLOTTE, NC - November 20, 2012 - Sleeping in the bathtub. Sharing a toothbrush with your Mother-in-Law. Your favorite Aunt forcing second (and third) helpings of her mystery casserole. These common woes of the holiday traveler are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to spending the night with relatives. A recent survey by affordable hotel brand Extended Stay America revealed 70 percent of Americans have, at some point, wished they weren't staying with friends and family during the “most wonderful time of the year.” Extended Stay America wants to ease holiday hassles this season by providing convenient amenities at affordable nightly rates so there's more time for family fun instead of family feud.

More than half of participants surveyed* plan to spend less than $500 on travel this holiday season, which often means a trade in comfort for affordability. While staying with relatives is budget-friendly, respondents have admittedly slept in many interesting places including the laundry room at Grandma's, a pool table, the bathtub, damp basements and even a tent in the backyard. More than half of respondents have bickered over showering and bathroom scheduling, and admit it pushes their buttons when guests leave their belongings around the house. Grown children, siblings and stepmother/mother-in-laws top the list as the relatives most likely to get sent packing first. With tensions building, it's no wonder why more than 43 percent of hosts and houseguests spend more time recovering from holiday travel than enjoying the company of loved ones.

This year, Extended Stay America gives the gift of value to holiday travelers. More than just a hotel room, Extended Stay America provides space for the whole family to unpack and unwind, with plenty of storage to avoid “living out of a suitcase.” Guests enjoy upgraded amenities at a price Grandma's house just can't beat, including free in-room Wi-Fi to stay connected to those far away and flat-screen televisions with premium channels to watch holiday favorites. On-site laundry centers allow for light packing on long trips and fully-equipped kitchens with full-size refrigerators provide the option to dine in or reheat leftovers. With 700 locations across 44 states, those nearest and dearest are never far from an Extended Stay America.

For more information on the new way to stay at Extended Stay America, call 800-805-3724 or visit www.ExtendedStayAmerica.com.

• Extended Stay America surveyed more than 4,200 participants.

About Extended Stay America
Extended Stay America combines comfort with the convenient amenities of home, offering an experience that is consistently fresh and clean, with spacious guest rooms featuring refreshed amenities. From free in-room Wi-Fi access and grab-and-go breakfast, to new flat-screen televisions with premium channels and fully-equipped kitchens in every room, Extended Stay America caters to those on the go at affordable rates by the night, week or month. Based in Charlotte, N.C., Extended Stay America has 76,000 rooms across nearly 700 locations in the U.S. and Canada, and is operated by HVM L.L.C.