The hotel opens as one of the first in the portfolio with new design that pays homage to the brand’s origins at the Fairfield Farm.
FORT SMITH, AR – The 94-room Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott in Fort Smith, Arkansas is now open for business with its smart, inventive public space and guest room design, and its bright and inviting decor. Located at 7601 Phoenix Avenue, the Fairfield Inn & Suites Fort Smith will operate as a Marriott franchise, developed, owned and managed by G&G Hospitality, LLC of Little Rock, Arkansas.
Located five miles from historical downtown Fort Smith, the Fairfield Inn & Suites Fort Smith offers guests convenient access to Fort Chaffee and the Fort Smith Regional Airport.
“Delivering both function and comfort, our new design and decor elevate the Fairfield brand, setting a new standard in the moderate tier category,” said Callette Nielsen, vice president and global brand manager, Fairfield Inn & Suites. “At Fairfield Inn & Suites, we provide an easy, positive and productive travel experience, as well as the promise of consistent and reliable service at an exceptional value. The Fairfield Inn & Suites Fort Smith is a truly stunning example of the brand’s contemporary look and feel, and we are pleased to introduce Fairfield Inn & Suites hotels in the Fort Smith area.”
The new decor package is warm, timeless, forward-thinking, and inviting with simple nods back to the brand’s heritage. Specific elements meant to evoke feelings from the Fairfield Farm include a farmhouse table in the lobby for gathering and connecting, photography from the Fairfield Farm serving as artwork in the lobby and guest rooms, natural materials and unique textures featured throughout, and a history wall in every property showcasing the brand’s roots.
The new guestroom design is impactful, unique and addresses the functional needs of the Fairfield guest for a seamless experience. The room was designed with the modern traveler’s needs to stay productive on the road in mind without overcomplicating the guestroom. Each room features a modern lounge chair, serving as both functional and comfortable to either work or relax in. The artwork in the room takes center stage with the window treatment acting as a focal point, displaying photography taken at the Fairfield Farm. The material is sheer and allows light to pass through the photography, warming up the room and creating a comfortable environment. The guestrooms also feature a mobile desk, a comfortable couch, refrigerator, coffeemaker and microwave.
Additional hotel amenities include an indoor swimming pool with a whirlpool spa, an exercise room, valet laundry service, complimentary Wi-Fi, as well as fax and copy services. The hotel will also feature a full-service bar offering lite fare and 880 square feet of space to accommodate functions of up to 75 people.
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