Outdoor Patio at TownePlace Suites.
Element by Westin, Residence Inn by Marriott, and TownePlace Suites by Marriott Empower Guests to Live Life on the Road, Uninterrupted.
Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of longer stay brands – Element Hotels, Residence Inn by Marriott, and TownePlace Suites by Marriott – announced a selection of new openings and offerings, providing travelers with more room to relax in new global destinations. Poised for continued resilience in a changing travel environment, longer stay brands provide maximized comfort with spacious layouts coupled with residential amenities – perfect for an extended getaway, from a few nights to a few weeks.
“We continue to see strong demand for our longer stay hotels from both business and leisure travelers,” said Tina Edmundson, Global Brand and Marketing Officer, Marriott International. "From the innovative Studio Commons offering at Element Hotels to comfortable one-bedroom suites at Residence Inn and TownePlace Suites, Marriott Bonvoy offers a breadth of brands with options that offer extra space to travel and live well. We are delighted to introduce a bevy of new properties that will provide the ultimate residential comfort to create a home away from home.”
As the lines between business and leisure continue to blur, small groups are seeking more space to work and relax, while essential business travelers are spending longer periods on the road. Longer stay hotels are the premier choice of accommodations for a hassle-free experience with desired amenities and limited housekeeping on-demand.
All three brands provide guests complimentary access to business centers and fitness facilities. Pets are welcomed, based on weight and for an additional fee, to help guests maintain a connection to their furry companions, no matter where they go. And free Wi-Fi and complimentary breakfast are a standard at every hotel. Outside of urban locations, guests can unwind with ample outdoor space including firepits and grills, setting the stage for casual relaxation and social interaction. Each of the three brands offer distinct experiences, allowing guests to seamlessly replicate their everyday routine while exploring.
Maintain Balance with Element Hotels
Element Hotels caters to the healthy, active traveler who wants to maintain a balanced lifestyle while on the road. Element features open and modern design, nature-inspired decor and sustainably-minded amenities that enable everyday healthy habits. Guests can enjoy brand signatures like in-room kitchens, the Bikes to Borrow program, or all-natural saline pools. Element’s newest offering – the Studio Commons communal room concept – proves to be particularly relevant and appealing to today’s travel environment. The innovative configuration consists of four private guest rooms anchored by a common living space, where guests can gather, work, or dine together. In addition to a fully equipped kitchen, Studio Commons features flexible dining or workspace seating for eight guests and a spacious entertainment area.
Studio Commons at Element Hotels
Travelers can experience a new way to relax, refresh, and connect at one of these Element hotels featuring Studio Commons:
- Element Atlanta Buckhead (newly opened)
- Element Nashville Vanderbilt West End (newly opened)
- Element Sedona (newly opened)
- Element Moab (newly opened)
- Element Bend (newly opened)
- Element Miami Downtown (projected opening November)
Comfortable, Upscale Living with Residence Inn
As the first and largest longer stay hotel brand in the world with over 870 properties, Residence Inn has been dedicated to creating upscale, modern residential spaces for guests to truly live their life on the road – on their own terms and without constraints. Residence Inn’s well-apppointed suites feature separate spaces to live, work, and sleep including full kitchens. With complimentary grocery delivery service, guests can eat well and enjoy homecooked meals on the in-suite dining bar or relax outside by the pool and firepits.
One-Bedroom Suite at Residence Inn Marina del Rey
Travelers can experience Residence Inn’s unrivaled style and comfort at one of these new locations:
- Residence Inn Palm Beach Gardens (newly opened)
- Residence Inn Steamboat Springs (newly opened)
- Residence Inn Marina del Rey (newly opened)
- Residence Inn Panama City (newly opened)
- Residence Inn Orlando at Flamingo Crossings Town Center (projected opening March)
- Residence Inn Al Jaddaf, Dubai (projected opening March)
Stay Productive with TownePlace Suites
TownePlace Suites features a simple, yet innovative design, sprinkled with personal touches and cheerful details. As one of Marriott’s fastest growing brands with its new Cincinnati property marking its 450th hotel opening, it is ideal for the longer stay traveler who seeks a reliable experience to stay productive and upbeat. All guest suites are outfitted with Elfa® closets by The Container Store to help guests settle in and feel right at home. TownePlace Suites has also teamed up with Weber to bring quality grilling amenities to its outdoor spaces including grills, tools, seasonings and recipes. The brand’s Something Borrowed® program invites guests to get the most out of their stays with items they might use at home, but cannot bring with them – such as blenders, crockpots, rice cookers, cookbooks, and board games.
Outdoor Patio at TownePlace Suites
Travelers can add a little fun and comfort to their trip with TownePlace Suites at one of these new locations:
- TownePlace Suites Albuquerque Old Town (newly opened)
- TownePlace Suites Orlando Downtown (newly opened)
- TownePlace Suites Naples (newly opened)
- TownePlace Suites Cincinnati Downtown (projected opening April)
- TownePlace Suites Milwaukee West Bend (projected opening June)
With nearly 1,400 hotels around the world, Element Hotels, Residence Inn and TownePlace Suites continue to lead in the growing longer stays segment. Marriott’s longer stay properties account for nearly 30 percent of the global extended stay supply, with a signed pipeline of 575 additional properties. According to a recent report published by Lodging Econometrics, extended stay properties make up more than a quarter of the total U.S. development pipeline, signaling continued demand from hotel owners as well as travelers.
Theodore is the Co-Founder and Managing Editor of TravelDailyNews Media Network; his responsibilities include business development and planning for TravelDailyNews long-term opportunities.
