Crestline Hotels & Resorts Appoints Amy Chen General Manager for the Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Detroit
Detroit, MI, March 2, 2007- Crestline Hotels & Resorts, Inc. today announced the appointment of Amy Chen as General Manager for the 198 guestroom Hilton Garden Inn in downtown Detroit’s historic Harmonie Park. The hotel is managed by Crestline Hotels & Resorts. It is located just one block from Comerica Park, the Detroit Tigers’ Stadium; Ford Field, the Detroit Lions’ Stadium and Compuware’s corporate headquarters. It is also within walking distance to the Detroit Opera House, the Greektown Casino and in close proximity to many restaurants. The hotel, which opened in 2004, was the first new hotel to be built in downtown Detroit in 12 years.
Ms. Chen joins Crestline Hotels & Resorts from a six year career with Innkeepers Hospitality where she was general manager for several Residence Inn by Marriott hotels in Troy and Livonia MI, as well as Indianapolis, IN. Ms. Chen brings more than 10 years of experience in hospitality industry management, as well as property management, to her new role. She has also held positions with The Holiday Inn Mishawaka, IN and the Courtyard by Marriott in Goshen, IN.
“Amy brings exceptional operational, management, and sales and marketing experience to her position at the Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Detroit,” said Dave Durbin, President & CEO, Crestline Hotels & Resorts. “In addition she has won numerous accolades for her commitment to guest service and employee satisfaction. We join the team at the Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Detroit in welcoming Amy’s leadership,” added Durbin.
Ms. Chen can be reached at amy.chen@crestlinehotels.com.
About the Hotel
The Hilton Garden Inn Detroit welcomes guests with its handsome 10-story red brick exterior that architecturally blends into this charming and historic neighborhood. Inside, guests will find superior service and hospitality as well as 198 spacious guestrooms complete with complimentary high-speed Internet access and printer capabilities. The hotel also offers an indoor heated swimming pool and whirlpool spa; a complimentary 24-hour Business Center; 3,400 square feet of meeting and banquet space; The Hunter House restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner; a Fitness Center; and a Pavilion Pantry™ convenience mart. The Hilton Garden Inn Detroit is located at 351 Gratiot Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226. For more information and reservations guests can call 1.313.967.0900 or visit the hotel online at www.stayhgi.com.
About the Company:
Crestline Hotels & Resorts, Inc. is one of the nation’s largest independent hospitality management companies. Founded in 2000, the Company presently manages 52 hotels, resorts and conference and convention centers with nearly 11,800 rooms in 14 states and the District of Columbia. Crestline Hotels & Resorts manages properties independently and under such well regarded brands as Marriott, Hilton, Westin, Renaissance, Sheraton, Crowne Plaza and Wyndham. Additional information about the hotel management company is available at the company’s web site: www.crestlinehotels.com.
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