ROCKVILLE, Md., May 17, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- The Waters,
nestled within Arkansas Hot Springs National Park, is among the
latest hotel properties to join the Ascend Hotel Collection by
Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE:CHH), one of the world's
leading hotel companies. Known for celebrating and inspiring
individuality, the Ascend Hotel Collection is the first and largest
global soft brand featuring best in class unique, boutique and
historic independent hotels and resorts.
"We are so proud to welcome The Waters to the Ascend Hotel
Collection. From its ideal location and soothing design aesthetic
to its warm service culture, The Waters adds a truly distinctive
offering from the heart of Arkansas to this rapidly expanding global
portfolio," said Janis Cannon,
senior vice president of upscale brands for Choice Hotels. "This
unique, historic gem offers travelers a peek into history, while
still providing the modern amenities and conveniences that upscale
travelers expect."
The 62-room boutique hotel is centrally located in the Hot
Springs Central Avenue Historic District. As the region's name
implies, for generations, people have travelled to the hot springs
to "take to the waters". Today, visitors still enjoy the natural
setting at nearby spas, including Quapaw Baths and Spa, a sister
property to The Waters.
Inside the hotel, design touches highlight this local history.
Three-story tall Corinthian terracotta columns welcome guests in
the historic 1913 marble lobby, which was once a doctor's office
that dispensed prescriptions for the therapeutic baths.
The hotel's restaurant, The Avenue, is led by Le Cordon Bleu
graduate and recent Arkansas Hospitality Association winner
Casey Copeland. The establishment is
best known for its southern artisan cuisine and wide variety of
unique small plates and shareables.
Other amenities include:
- Free Wi-Fi
- Valet Parking
- Dry cleaning services
- Attached boutique offering make-up services and beauty products
called Blushed Beauty Boutique
- Refrigerators available in every guest room
- Direct access to the Hot Springs
National Park hiking trails
- Spa services available at sister property, Quapaw Baths and
Spa, located across the street
"Joining forces with the Ascend Hotel Collection underscores our
commitment to delivering one-of-a-kind, memorable guest experiences
that will help continue to revitalize downtown Hot Springs and attract more visitors," said
Robert Zunick, Co-Owner. "Choice
Hotels pioneered the hotel soft brand concept with the Ascend Hotel
Collection, so we know we are in excellent hands and on board with
the best."
This hotel participates in the award-winning Choice Privileges
loyalty rewards program, rated no. 1 in USA Today's 10 Best Readers' Choice Awards
list. Membership is free, offers fast rewards, instant perks, and
exclusive member rates when booking directly at
www.choicehotels.com. Members can redeem points towards free
nights, airline miles and more while staying at any of Choice's 11
global brand hotels, including Comfort Inn, Comfort Suites,
Quality, Sleep Inn, Clarion, Cambria, MainStay Suites, Suburban
Extended Stay Hotel, Econo Lodge, Rodeway, and the Ascend Hotel
Collection.
Ascend Hotel Collection: let the destination reach
you.
The Ascend Hotel Collection is a global portfolio of
unique, boutique and historic independent hotels and resorts and is
part of Choice Hotels International, one of the world's leading
hotel companies. Recognized as the hotel industry's first
"soft brand" concept, Ascend has more than 170 properties open and
operating worldwide, including in France, the United
Kingdom, Norway,
Sweden, Turkey, Australia, Canada, and the Caribbean region. Membership with the Ascend
Hotel Collection enables distinctive, independent properties to
gain a global presence while maintaining their local charm. For
more information, visit
www.choicehotels.com/Ascend.
About Choice Hotels
Choice Hotels International, Inc.
(NYSE: CHH) is one of the world's largest hotel companies. With
approximately 6,500 hotels franchised in more than 40 countries and
territories, Choice Hotels International represents more than
500,000 rooms around the globe. As of March 31, 2017, 795 hotels were in our
development pipeline. Our company's Ascend Hotel Collection®,
Cambria®, Comfort Inn®, Comfort Suites®, Sleep Inn®, Quality®,
Clarion®, MainStay Suites®, Suburban Extended Stay Hotel®, Econo
Lodge®, Rodeway Inn®, and Vacation Rentals by Choice
Hotels™ brands provide a spectrum of lodging choices
to meet guests' needs. With more than 30 million members and
counting, our Choice Privileges® rewards program enhances every
trip a guest takes, with benefits ranging from instant, every day
rewards to exceptional experiences, starting right when they
join. All hotels and vacation rentals are independently owned
and operated. Visit us at www.choicehotels.com for more
information.
© 2017 Choice Hotels International, Inc. All rights
reserved.
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