Country Inns & Suites By Carlson Opens Refreshed Hotel Within Walking Distance to the Portland Expo Center

Country Inns & Suites By Carlson , a leading upper midscale hotel brand, today announced the opening of Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Portland Delta Park, OR<. Located at 9930 North Whitaker Road, the hotel is only a mile away from the Portland Expo Center. The hotel recently completed an extensive multimillion dollar renovation which included upgrades to the guest rooms, lobby, breakfast area and meeting space.

"We are thrilled to welcome this refreshed hotel to our expanding portfolio of Country Inns & Suites hotels," said Jeffrey Freund, senior vice president, Midscale Brands, Americas, Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group. "This hotel's new look and commitment to the brand's Be Our Guest service philosophy will make it a success."

The hotel offers 171 guest rooms and suites. Guests have access to an onsite fitness center, business center, free Wi-Fi and the brand's signature and complimentary, hot Be Our Guest breakfast served daily on classic dining ware. The hotel adds ease for visitors flying into the Portland International Airport by providing a complimentary daily airport shuttle from 7 a.m. until 11 p.m. There is also a 650 square foot meeting room, along with an outdoor patio for corporate meetings and special events. This space can accommodate up to 60 people.

"We are very excited to begin welcoming guests under the Country Inns & Suites brand," said Mark Ferrin, the hotel's general manager. "After spending the last two years renovating, we are prepared to open our doors and provide an exceptional experience for our guests."

Country Inns & Suites offers caring, consistent and comfortable hospitality delivered with a touch of home. 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.