Spokane, WA, June 24, 2008 — kVc Development of Spokane, Wa., announced today that they are preparing to bring Marriott International Inc.'s SpringHill Suites concept to Wenatchee. They plan to break ground in 30-60 days with an anticipated opening of Summer 2009.
kVc Development has purchased 1.91 acres at the corner of Wenatchee Ave. and Walnut. The new SpringHill Suites by Marriott will have 109 guest rooms, all suites, featuring large plasma TV's, microwave, refrigerator, deluxe bedding package, generous work area, and high speed wireless. On-site features will include an indoor pool and spa, multiple patios with an outdoor fireplace, fitness center, 24 hour snack market and complimentary Suite Seasons hot and healthy breakfast. The SpringHill Suites will be managed by sister company Sterling Hospitality Management. It will join their eleven other properties in Washington, Idaho, Montana, Utah and Nevada, including the award-winning Holiday Inn Express in Wenatchee. (www.impressguest.com)
Cal Clausen, owner of Sterling Hospitality stated, “Impressing guests is our mission statement and we feel this product gives us the best opportunity of any brand, not currently in Wenatchee, to do that.”
SpringHill Suites by Marriott, with 187 locations worldwide, is an all-suite, select service hotel brand that appeals to both business and leisure travelers. Featuring guest suites that are up to 25% larger than standard hotel rooms, SpringHill Suites' contemporary design aesthetic is light, fresh and airy, yet innovatively flexible and functional. SpringHill Suites attracts an underserved and growing segment; the enjoyment-seeking traveler. These customers look for new experiences, inspiring moments and small escapes, even when traveling for business.
kVc Development and Sterling Hospitality Management are owned and operated by brothers Kent and Cal Clausen. The eleven franchise affiliated properties currently operated by Sterling Hospitality consist of Holiday Inn Express, Hampton Inn, Hilton Garden Inn, and Quality Inn.
Cal Clausen
Sterling Hospitality
509-928-6848 ext. 603