Embassy
Suites Hotels, the Hilton
Worldwide brand of upscale all-suite hotels, announced today the
highly anticipated opening of the new 304-suite Embassy
Suites Louisville Downtown, an adaptive reuse hotel in the former
historic Stewart’s Dry Goods Building. Embassy Suites Louisville
Downtown is owned by Eric P. Bachelor and managed by Al J. Schneider Co.
Opened in 1907, the Stewart’s Dry Goods Company Building is a downtown
landmark and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in
Louisville, Kentucky. With many historic details maintained, including a
large clock that once graced the entry way, guests will delight in the
preserved touches yet appreciate how it seamlessly blends with a modern
décor for an intimate atmosphere. The ceiling boasts all original
architecture that has been carefully restored to its beauty. One wall of
the hotel features artistic tiles of hand-sanded orchids, paying homage
to The Orchid Tea Room, which was once a bustling restaurant on the
sixth floor of the popular Louisville department store.
“A lot of research was done to find the right designer that could
transform this beautiful historical building into a unique and edgy
adaptive reuse hotel that I had envisioned. The hotel features private
balconies, an expansive lobby with soaring ceiling heights, a high
energy lobby bar, images of the building’s historic past, guest room
skylights and well preserved 100 year old architecture,” said Eric P.
Bachelor, owner, Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown. “The hotel will be
a catalyst for the emerging growth of the city, which is being
nationally recognized, and inspire others to do the same.”
“We are so proud to bring back to life the former Stewart’s Dry Goods
building,” says Charlie Olisa, general manager, Embassy Suites
Louisville Downtown. “We wanted to preserve the outstanding, original
turn-of-the-century commercial architecture and keep the historical
details of the building intact while making sure we still offered modern
amenities and conveniences Embassy Suites guests love.”
Located in the center of the Downtown Business District close to all
major employers, the hotel is within walking distance of major
entertainment options including 4th Street Live!, the
Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts, and the KFC Yum! Center. The
hotel, situated just five miles from Louisville International Airport,
will be a destination for tourists looking to sample Kentucky’s fine
bourbons on Whiskey Row or to tour the town’s historic landmarks and
museums.
“We’re excited to expand our presence in Louisville, Kentucky and
transform this historic building into a thriving Embassy Suites hotel,”
said John Rogers, global head, Embassy Suites Hotels. "Historic
properties have wide-ranging appeal for both guests and developers alike
and this hotel is a clear demonstration of Embassy Suites' flexible
approach to development.”
The dining experience features a high energy, fine dining seafood
restaurant, Brendon’s Catch 23, which is connected to the hotel and
features steak and low country options. Catch 23 also offers food at the
Lobby Bar and evening room service. In addition, the hotel is within
walking distance of over 50 dining and restaurant options.
Meeting space is comprised of nine separate meeting rooms totaling
15,000 sq. ft. with the largest room accommodating up to 350 guests in a
business or social setting. A private dining room and three private
atriums fit for exclusive receptions are available for up to fifty
guests. In addition, four conference suites add to the plentiful space
options. The hotel offers Meetings Simplified™ by Embassy Suites
packages ranging from $65 to $89 per person, which includes a
comfortable meeting room, full-service catering, WiFi, and audio visual
services.
The hotel features the brand's signature amenities including its free
made-to-order breakfast, a two-hour complimentary Evening Reception*
with snacks and beverages, two-room suites with a separate living area,
private bedroom, WiFi, 40-inch HDTV’s, a wet bar fitted with a
microwave, a mini-fridge and a coffee maker. Guests have access to the
24-hour Embassy BusinessLink™ Business Center and fitness center,
featuring state of the art equipment overlooking an indoor swimming
pool. An open space for yoga, meditation or stretching is also available.
Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown participates in Hilton HHonors®, the
only guest rewards program that allows members to earn Points & Miles®
for the same stay and redeem points for free nights with no blackout
dates at more than 4,300 hotels worldwide. Book by July 31, 2015 to
receive double HHonors points.
Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown is located at 501 South Fourth
Street, Louisville, KY, 40202. For reservations or more information,
visit Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown at www.louisvilledowntown.embassysuites.com
or call + 1-502-813-3800.
For more information on Embassy Suites Hotels, please visit www.embassysuites.com.
For development queries, please visit hiltonworldwide.com/development.
About Embassy Suites Hotels
Embassy Suites Hotels, one of Hilton Worldwide’s twelve market-leading
brands, is dedicated to delivering what matters most to travelers. The
full service, upscale brand offers every guest a two-room suite, free
cooked-to-order breakfast and a nightly two-hour reception with
complimentary drinks* and snacks. Both leisure and business travelers
looking for a relaxed, yet sophisticated, experience will feel right at
home with brand-standard amenities like inviting atriums and
complimentary 24-hour business and fitness centers. Embassy Suites
Hotels has 219 hotels with 40 in the pipeline. For more information,
visit www.embassysuites.com,
and connect with Embassy Suites at www.embassysuitesmediacenter.com,
www.facebook.com/embassysuiteshotels
and www.twitter.com/EmbassySuites.
*Service of alcohol subject to state and local laws. Must be of legal
drinking age.
About Hilton Worldwide
Hilton Worldwide (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company,
spanning the lodging sector from luxury and full-service hotels and
resorts to extended-stay suites and focused-service hotels. For 95
years, Hilton Worldwide has been dedicated to continuing its tradition
of providing exceptional guest experiences. The company's portfolio of
twelve world-class global brands is comprised of more than 4,300
managed, franchised, owned and leased hotels and timeshare properties,
with more than 715,000 rooms in 94 countries and territories, including
Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels
& Resorts, Canopy by Hilton, Curio - A Collection by Hilton, DoubleTree
by Hilton, Embassy Suites Hotels, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Hotels,
Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand
Vacations. The company also manages an award-winning customer loyalty
program, Hilton HHonors®. Visit news.hiltonworldwide.com
for more information and connect with Hilton Worldwide at facebook.com/hiltonworldwide,
twitter.com/hiltonworldwide,
youtube.com/hiltonworldwide,
flickr.com/hiltonworldwide,
and linkedin.com/company/hilton-worldwide.
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