SUMMIT HOTELS & RESORTS WELCOMES NINE NEW
MEMBER PROPERTIES
Summit Continues Strong Global Expansion
Chicago, IL (September 17, 2007) – Summit Hotels & Resorts, a member
of the Preferred Hotel Group family of brands, is proud to welcome nine
new members to its internationally acclaimed collection of properties.
The recent additions to Summit’s worldwide portfolio include the Historical
Hotel Sovietsky in Moscow, Russia; Metropolitan Hotel New Delhi, India;
Empire Riverside Hotel in Hamburg, Germany; Dong Fang Hotel in Guangzhou,
China; Waterloo Inn & Conference Centre in Toronto, Canada; The Mandeville
Hotel in London, United Kingdom; Du Lac et Du Parc Grand Resort in Riva
del Garda, Italy; Parkyard Hotel Shanghai in Shanghai, China; and Nuran
Dubai Al Majara Residences in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. From India
to Italy, each of these distinctive properties illustrates Summit Hotels
& Resort’s commitment to offer exceptional travel experiences in the
most desirable locations all around the world.
“By adding more than 2000 rooms, Summit Hotels & Resorts emphasizes
its leadership position in the ‘smart luxury’ category, providing guests
with welcoming service, individualized design, and great amenities in
properties all over the world,” remarked Lindsey Ueberroth, Vice President,
Brand Development, Preferred Hotel Group. “We’re excited by the brand’s
global expansion because we know travelers are increasingly looking for
a compelling mix of value, service and experience, which Summit delivers.”
Historical Hotel Sovietsky - Moscow, Russia
The Historical Hotel Sovietsky is ideally located near Moscow’s downtown
premier shopping outlets, exhibition centres, museums and galleries. Built
in 1910, this 106-room hotel offers guests the best of Moscow at their
doorstep.
Metropolitan Hotel New Delhi - India
Located in the central business and shopping district, the Metropolitan
Hotel New Delhi caters to the most discerning traveller, with its classic
style and technologically enhanced rooms. The property boasts 108 rooms,
the Zen Serena Spa and an awarding winning Japanese restaurant.
Empire Riverside Hotel - Hamburg, Germany
In the heart of Hamburg’s hip St. Pauli district, in the immediate vicinity
of the port of Hamburg and the world-famous Reeperbahn, the Empire Riverside
Hotel is truly a special property. Featuring 328 rooms, travellers can
experience all that this 1,200-year old city has to offer, from renowned
theatre to impressive cultural offerings.
Dong Fang Hotel - Guangzhou, China
Newly renovated, the Dong Fang Hotel is an international luxury property
offering views of beautiful surroundings of Liu Hua Lake Parkand and Yue
Xiu Hill. Boasting 699 beautiful rooms, the hotel is renowned for having
the largest hotel convention & exhibition centre in Guangzhou.
Waterloo Inn & Conference Centre - Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
The perfect hotel for the business traveler due to the large number of
nearby corporations, The Waterloo Inn & Conference Centre has 155
guestrooms and 18 meeting rooms. Located in Waterloo, about an hour outside
of Toronto, this beautiful hotel is only minutes away from fabulous shopping
and incredible recreational activities, including hiking and biking.
Du Lac et Du Parc Grand Resort - Riva del Garda, Italy
Featuring 226 guestrooms and suites, the Du Lac et Du Parc Grand Resort
is located on the northern shore of Lake Garda, famous for its array of
water activities and elegant lakeside lifestyle. Surrounded by picturesque
mountains and a spacious park hosting century-old trees, The Du Lac et
Du Parc Grand Resort offers three types of accommodations for the discerning
traveler: Hotel Du Lac, Murialdo Suites and La Villa.
Parkyard Hotel Shanghai - Shanghai, China
Located in the heart of Shanghai, the Parkyard Hotel Shanghai features
300 guestrooms intertwined in a beautiful garden landscape. The hotel
boasts an Asian fusion restaurant, meeting rooms, business centre, gift
shop, cake shop, fitness & massage centre.
Nuran Residences Dubai Al Majara - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Overlooking the Dubai Marina, the Nuran Residences Dubai Al Majara is
at the heart of one of Dubai’s most desirable locations. The property
features 90 beautifully furnished apartments where guests have access
to golf, shopping and the exciting nightlife of this electric city.
The Mandeville Hotel - London, United Kingdom
This 142-room hotel is located in the fashionable Marylebone area offering
guests access to galleries, restaurants and world class shopping. The
property boasts high-tech meeting facilities as well as the deVille Restaurant
making the Mandeville Hotel the perfect spot for the business or leisure
traveler.
To make reservations at a Summit Hotels & Resorts member property, please call 800-457-4000 or visit www.summithotels.com
ABOUT SUMMIT HOTELS & RESORTS
An acclaimed collection of international hotels and resorts, Summit combines
top-tier service and amenities with great value, delivering an exceptional
guest experience - allowing travelers to get the most from their destination
whether they are staying for business or pleasure.
Summit Hotels & Resorts is a member of the Preferred Hotel Group family of brands, and guests are eligible to enroll in the I Prefer™ Global Guest Benefit Program, with benefits including free Internet access (based on availability, restrictions apply), early check-in/late check-out, space-available upgrades and more. For reservations and a complete description of the Summit Hotels & Resorts collection, visit www.summithotels.com.
ABOUT PREFERRED HOTEL GROUP
Preferred Hotel Group is a global leader in the hospitality industry that
delivers high-performance sales, marketing, and technology solutions to
approx. 400 independent hotels and resorts in more than 60 countries around
the world.
The four brands of Preferred Hotel Group represent a collection of the finest hotels in the world and include Preferred Hotels® & Resorts, (www.preferredhotels.com); Preferred Boutique (www.preferred-boutique.com); Summit Hotels & Resorts (www.summithotels.com); and Sterling Hotels (www.sterlinghotels.com). Learn more at www.preferredhotelgroup.com.
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