Radisson Hotels & Resorts signed an agreement with Minneapolis-based The Wirth Companies to rebrand the Grand Lodge at the Mall of America to the Radisson brand. The Grand Lodge, opened in May of 2006, will…
Radisson Hotels & Resorts signed an agreement with Minneapolis-based The Wirth Companies to rebrand the Grand Lodge at the Mall of America to the Radisson brand. The Grand Lodge, opened in May of 2006, will not see any changes to its restaurants or to its Water Park of America facility with the brand transition, which is expected to be completed by early September 2007.
This is an exciting opportunity to reestablish the Radisson brand in the important Bloomington area adjacent to the Mall of America, giving our guests a unique upscale lodging experience with state-of-the-art entertainment options including one of the largest indoor water parks in the nation and a luxurious spa, said Nancy Johnson, executive vice president of Radisson Hotels & Resorts. We`re thrilled about the chance to work with The Wirth Companies and bring the benefits of the Radisson brand to this impressive property.
The Radisson name resonates with travelers looking for hotel options in suburban areas, so it`s a perfect fit for Grand Lodge and Water Park of America, said The Wirth Companies CEO Jeffrey Wirth. We are confident this relationship will attract more guests to the hotel and help establish it as the premier lodging and leisure option in the area. While the hotel has performed well with average occupancy of more than 80 percent, the Radisson name should help it draw more mid-week business travelers.
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