Country Inns & Suites

MINNEAPOLIS -- Country Inns & Suites By CarlsonSM, a leading upper-midscale hotel brand, today announced the opening of Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Smithfield, NC located near I-95, at 250 N Equity Dr. The hotel offers 77 guest rooms with a variety of suites and configurations featuring the brand's latest design elements, which includes new exterior architecture, modern interiors, comfortable yet stylish furnishings, and suites that feature spa-like bathrooms.

"As we continue to grow the Country Inns & Suites brand across the U.S., it is exciting to welcome hotels that are newly constructed and represent our modern take on a traditional country home," said Jeffrey Freund, senior vice president, Midscale Brands, Americas, Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group. "This hotel and its staff will provide an excellent stay experience all delivered with a touch of home."

The hotel is within driving distance of several regional attractions, including Carolina Premium Outlets, the Ava Gardner Museum, Hinnant Family Vineyard and the Bentonville. Guests of the hotel have access to an array of amenities including free high-speed Internet access, a refreshing indoor pool and well-equipped fitness center. The hotel also provides the brand's signature complimentary, hot Be Our Guest breakfast served daily on classic dining ware and a 24-hour business center. For business travelers, the hotel offers a meeting space that accommodates up to 63 people and is ideal for hosting small business meetings or social events.

"We are excited to open our doors and welcome guests here in Smithfield," said the hotel's owner, Harman Dhillon-Pradhan. "We are confident the newly constructed hotel, modern design and Be Our Guest service culture that the brand is known for will provide guests with a truly comfortable hospitality experience."

Country Inns & Suites offers a caring, consistent and 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.

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Staci Graber
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group
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