Owner Martin Patel Opens New Build Country Inns & Suites By Carlson, Slidell-New Orleans East, LA
MINNEAPOLIS, MN. September 14, 2015 - Country Inns & Suites By Carlson℠, a leading upper-midscale hotel brand today announced the opening of Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Slidell-New Orleans East, LA located at 126 Taos Street in Slidell.
"We are excited to announce the opening of this newly constructed hotel, one that features our brand's latest design elements that capture the look and feel of a modern country home," said Jeffrey Freund, senior vice president, Midscale Brands, Americas, Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group. "Country Inns & Suites By Carlson is committed to providing guests with a caring, comfortable and consistent hospitality experience all delivered with a touch of home and this new hotel will do just that."
The hotel offers 75 guest rooms with a variety of suites and configurations. Guests of the hotel have access to an array of amenities including free high-speed Internet, a 24-hour business center, fitness center, an outdoor pool and the brand's signature complimentary, hot breakfast Be Our Guest breakfast served daily on classic dining ware. Additionally, the hotel offers two meeting rooms, one of which features 900 square feet, including a fire pit and outdoor veranda, suitable for accommodating up to 75 guests and perfect for more intimate gatherings such as a small wedding.
"We are excited to open our doors under the Country Inns & Suites brand," said the hotel's owner, Martin Patel. "The newly constructed hotel, modern design and Be Our Guest service culture the brand is known for will provide guests with a truly unforgettable experience."
Country Inns & Suites offers a caring, consistent, comfortable hospitality experience delivered with a touch of home, and features particularly attractive for business travelers. The distinctive product and service innovations, such as the Be Our Guest employee training program have generated tremendous employee engagement scores and high guest satisfaction. For reservations and more information, visit www.countryinns.com.
About Country Inns & Suites By Carlson
Country Inns & Suites By Carlson℠ is a leading mid-market hotel brand with over 470 hotels in the United States, Canada, India and Latin America. The brand's Be Our Guest service philosophy encourages employees to serve guests with the same kind and caring spirit given to friends when they are being hosted at home. Signature brand amenities include free high-speed Internet, complimentary hot breakfast served on classic dining ware, fitness centers and business centers. Country Inns & Suites By Carlson is a part of Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, which also includes Quorvus Collection, Radisson Blu®, Radisson®, Radisson Red, Park Plaza® and Park Inn® by Radisson. For reservations and more information visit, www.countryinns.com.
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