Tommie Hotels

Commune Hotels & Resorts announces its launch of Tommie, a value-­‐conscious brand created to appeal to the youthfully minded global traveler. With Tommie, Commune introduces its first new brand, borne from the savvy of Thompson Hotels and the playful approachability of Joie de Vivre, defining utilitarian chic.

"Tommie will be a ground-­‐breaking and accessible addition to Commune's collection of brands," said Niki Leondakis, CEO of Commune Hotels & Resorts. "Offering value without compromising basic amenities in the lifestyle sector, Tommie will be the perfect complement to Thompson and Joie de Vivre, and is positioned to become the blueprint for the next evolution of hotels in gateway cities."

Tommie will feature ergonomic, smartly designed, space efficient "crash pads", meeting spaces that serve as incubators for productive minds, and casual communal dining experiences. The public lounges, called Reading Rooms, will promote gathering and socializing with games and curated programming. While a "help yourself" attitude and the efficiency of technology prevail via self check-­‐in, eclectic retail and a gourmet grab-­‐ and-­‐go marketplace, Tommie's selective service philosophy is still personable and accessible, representing the warmth that both Thompson and JdV are known for. Concepted around the beauty in simplicity rather than decadence and excess, Tommie celebrates efficiency for the guest's benefit.

"Tommie is about stripping away the non-­‐essentials to create a functional efficiency. Everything is beautiful, but also has a purpose," said Jason Pomeranc, co-­‐ chair of Commune Hotels & Resorts and founder of Thompson Hotels. "We are creating hotels that will appeal to youthful, design savvy, connected, and discerning travelers seeking responsible and immersive experiences. Tommie will be a choice, not of economy but of desire."

Cube Capital, KSNY, Eagle Point Hotel Partners and Simon Development are developing the Tommie's 250-­‐room location on 31st Street in Manhattan, and Cube Capital and Eagle Point Hotel Partners are developing the 329-­‐room West SoHo location, both of which are slated to open in early 2015.

"Tommie is a significant advancement in the continued growth of our company," said John Pritzker, co-­‐chair of Commune. "This brand represents an experiential merging of the best attributes of our two brands."

Tommie's New York debut will be followed by locations in Asia, Europe and other key domestic markets. For more information, please visit www.tommiehotels.com.

About Commune Hotels & Resorts

Formed in October 2011, Commune Hotels & Resorts is an international, multi-brand lifestyle hotel management company which manages and operates Thompson Hotels, a luxury lifestyle brand; Joie de Vivre Hotels, a collection of independently branded boutique hotels; and tommie, a new, micro-lifestyle brand launching in 2015. The San Francisco-based company manages more than 40 hotels and resorts across the U.S., Canada, and Europe, and is expanding its portfolio while establishing a presence in Mexico. For more information, please visit www.communehotels.com.

Jennifer Foley Shields
Vice President of Communications & Special Projects
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