Choice Hotels Honors Top Franchisees with Premier and “Best Of Choice” Awards at 65th Annual Convention

ROCKVILLE, Md., May 2, 2019 — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) announced its Premier and “Best of Choice” award winners at the company’s 65th annual convention in Las Vegas. The elite Premier award designations – Premier Legacy, Premier Developer and Premier Hotelier – acknowledged three of the company’s top franchisees from 2018. Each of the winners were recognized for

Choice Hotels Announces Refreshed Look of Four Midscale Brand Logos

ROCKVILLE, Md., May 2, 2019 — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) celebrated its 80th anniversary this year and continued midscale leadership by unveiling refreshed logos for Quality Inn, Clarion, Sleep Inn, and MainStay Suites at its 65th annual convention. Amidst the successful transformation of Choice’s flagship Comfort brand and following the recent launch of the Clarion Pointe brand extension,

Econo Lodge Turns 50 and Looks Better Than Ever

ROCKVILLE, Md., May 2, 2019 — Econo Lodge is looking better than ever. The leading economy brand, franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), celebrates its 50th anniversary this year by completing a multi-year Guestroom Improvement Program, ensuring hotels are meeting consumer demand for contemporary, comfortable, and affordable rooms in the economy segment. Econo Lodge’s five-year, seven-phase Guestroom Improvement Program

Choice Hotels Commits $25,000 in Grants to Franchise Business Owners Who Serve Their Local Community

ROCKVILLE, Md., May 1, 2019 — On the first day of its 65th Annual Convention, Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) announced it will recognize and help support its hotel owners’ service efforts with the Your Community, Your Choice. Choice Hotels Local Business Grant Program, which will award a total of $25,000 to five franchisees who plan to make a positive difference in

First Clarion Pointe Hotel Opens in Texas

ROCKVILLE, Md., May 1, 2019 — The first Clarion Pointe hotel opened today in Sulphur Springs, Texas, less than eight months after Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) launched the Clarion brand extension. The new select-service hotel combines the premium elements guests desire with an affordable travel experience and builds on the company’s eight decades of expertise in the midscale

Choice Hotels Celebrates Major Milestones and 80 Years of ‘Stand-Out’ Success at 65th Annual Convention

ROCKVILLE, Md., April 30, 2019 — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) marks its 80th anniversary by bringing together more than 5,000 hotel owners, general managers, and hotel staff for the company’s 65th annual convention in Las Vegas. Over the next three days, Choice leaders will present a vision for the future of the business and celebrate the company’s decades-long commitment to

Choice Hotels Launches Online Resource to Help Make Hotel Opening Process More Seamless For Franchisees

ROCKVILLE, Md., April 29, 2019 — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) is simplifying and improving the process of opening a hotel for its franchisees with the launch of the new Openings Portal. This sophisticated project management tool lets Choice owners track every step of the opening process – from franchise agreement to the first check-in – so

Six New Franchise Agreements With Organizations Led By African-American Women Expand Choice Hotels’ Owner Base

ROCKVILLE, Md., April 18, 2019 — Businesses owned by women of color grew three times faster than other women-owned businesses in the United States last year, yet it is estimated by the National Association of Black Hotel Owners, Operators and Developers (NABHOOD) that less than one percent of hotels are owned by African-American women. Choice Hotels International, Inc.’s (NYSE: CHH) one-of-a-kind

WoodSpring Suites Continues U.S. Expansion with Orlando Opening

ROCKVILLE, Md., April 18, 2019 — WoodSpring Suites, franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), in collaboration with Pearl Eagles, LLC, has announced the opening of the WoodSpring Suites Orlando International Drive. This is the brand’s third hotel in the growing Orlando, Fla. area, joining the WoodSpring Suites Orlando East and the WoodSpring Suites Orlando Clarcona. “Orlando is an amazing growth market not only for its jobs-building

Choice Hotels Grows European Footprint with Three New Hotels

ROCKVILLE, Md., April 1, 2019 — Underscoring its continued international expansion, Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), announced three new additions to its European portfolio: Hotel Aquarius Venice and V8 Hotel Köln @Motorworld, both members of the Ascend Hotel Collection located in Venice, Italy and Cologne, Germany, respectively, and Quality Hotel Ostrava, the first Quality-branded hotel to open in the Czech Republic. “Growing our global

Cambria Hotels Planned for Detroit and Portland, Maine

ROCKVILLE, Md., March 21, 2019 — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) inked agreements with Koucar Management to develop new Cambria hotels in Detroit and Portland, Maine. The upscale hotels are slated to open in 2020 and 2021, respectively. Located at 600 W. Lafayette Boulevard, the new 154-room Cambria Hotel in Detroit will be in a bustling downtown neighborhood that has played a vital role in

Comfort Hotels Continues Expansion as Transformation Advances

ROCKVILLE, Md., March 20, 2019 — The Comfort hotels brand, franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), continues its United States expansion with seven hotels already opening this year from coast to coast. These hotels are the latest to showcase the new Comfort logo, unveiled last May as a capstone to the brand’s multi-year transformation. More than 700 Comfort hotels

Choice Hotels Announces the Opening of the Largest Hotel in its Growing Portfolio

ROCKVILLE, Md., March 21, 2019 — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) is pleased to announce the opening of the largest hotel in its portfolio – the Clarion Hotel The Hub in Oslo, Norway. The hotel offers 810 rooms, unique design, two bars, and a premium rooftop restaurant with stunning views in the heart of Norway's capital city.

Choice Hotels Continues Midscale Expansion in Western US

ROCKVILLE, Md., Feb. 25, 2019  — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) has signed agreements with Equinox Hospitality to develop three dual-brand Sleep Inn and MainStay Suites properties and two stand-alone Sleep Inn hotels. These midscale hotels will be built in the Phoenix metropolitan area and across California, and the first hotel is set to open in 2021. “Choice offers hotel

Choice Hotels to Develop New Cambria Hotel in Spartanburg, South Carolina

ROCKVILLE, Md., Feb. 20, 2019 — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) has signed an agreement with NIAM Investments to develop a six-story, 119-room Cambria Hotel in Spartanburg, S.C. The upscale hotel is slated to open in summer 2020.

Choice Hotels Marks One-Year Anniversary of WoodSpring Suites Acquisition with Opening of Brand’s 250th Hotel

ROCKVILLE, Md., Feb. 12, 2019 — The WoodSpring Suites brand recently surpassed another milestone with the opening of its 250th hotel in the greater Portland, Ore., area. This landmark achievement coincides with the one-year anniversary of the Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) acquisition of the WoodSpring brand and franchise business. Since the acquisition of WoodSpring Suites in February 2018, Choice Hotels

Econo Lodge Joins Lineup of Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour Sponsors

ROCKVILLE, Md., Feb. 7, 2019 — The Econo Lodge brand, part of Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE:CHH), is the newest sponsor to join the lineup for the Major League Fishing (MLF) Bass Pro Tour. The national hotel brand will also be the presenting sponsor for Stage Four of the Bass Pro Tour, set for April 9-14 at Lake Chickamauga in Tennessee. The MLF Bass Pro

Cambria Hotels Opens First New Jersey Property

ROCKVILLE, Md., Jan. 31, 2019 — Franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), the Cambria Hotels brand continues its coast-to-coast expansion with the opening of a hotel in West Orange, N.J. The 127-room Cambria Hotel West Orange is the brand’s first hotel in New Jersey and joins its growing portfolio in Northeastern cities, including New York and Philadelphia, with hotels in Boston and Portland, Maine also in the pipeline. The

Comfort Brand Caps 2018 with Transformation Progress and Development Growth

ROCKVILLE, Md., Jan. 28, 2019  — The Comfort brand, franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), continues to advance its transformation with over 700 properties certified Move to Modern, 450 hotels in the process of obtaining new signage, and more than 170 hotels having installed new signs. In addition, Choice awarded close to 120 Comfort brand franchise agreements

Choice Hotels Announces 2018 ‘Best of Choice’ Award Winners at 64th Annual Convention

ROCKVILLE, Md., May 3, 2018— Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, announced its “Best of Choice” award winners last night at the company’s 64th Annual Convention in Las Vegas.

Comfort Brand Unveils New Logo: New Look Symbolizes the Brand’s Bold Transformation

ROCKVILLE, Md., May 2, 2018 — The Comfort brand revealed a new logo today to thousands of franchisees at Choice Hotels’ annual convention. The unveiling marks an important milestone for the brand which has been experiencing a renaissance since committing to change seven years ago.

Choice Hotels Sets No Limits To Hotel Growth, Innovation, And Franchisee Profitability At 64th Annual Convention

ROCKVILLE, Md., May 1, 2018— More than 5,000 hotel owners, general managers, and hotel staff will convene today as Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, kicks off its 64th annual convention in Las Vegas. Themed “No Limits” to mark the boundless opportunities for Choice Hotels franchisees, the three-day event focuses on listening,

Cambria Hotels Celebrates Grand Opening in Chandler, Ariz.

ROCKVILLE, Md., April 25, 2018— Cambria Hotels celebrated its second grand opening in the Phoenix area in back-to-back months by debuting the 136-room Cambria Hotel Phoenix Chandler – Fashion Center last night. Franchised by one of the world’s largest hotel companies, Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), the property was developed by Hines and will be managed by Concord Hospitality.

Choice Hotels to Develop Clarion Hotel in Columbia, Pa.

Rockville, Md. (April 23, 2018) Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, signed an agreement with Cimarron Investments, LLC to develop a unique, new Clarion Hotel in downtown Columbia, Pa. The multiple-story, 60-room property is an adaptive reuse of the town’s historic potato chip factory, preserving much of its original structure.

Choice Hotels Announces Alliance With Sercotel Hotels

ROCKVILLE, Md., April 11, 2018— Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, reinforces its focus on international growth through a strategic alliance announced today with Sercotel Hotels, a leading hotel operator and franchisor based in Spain. The alliance establishes the framework for the extension of Choice Hotels’ global footprint into Spain and other markets,

The Ascend Hotel Collection Welcomes The Hotel Morrison To Dania Beach, Fla.

ROCKVILLE, Md., April 10, 2018– The Hotel Morrison in Dania Beach, Fla., joins the Ascend Hotel Collection by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies. This upscale boutique hotel will join the world’s first and largest soft brand that’s known for inspiring individuality.

The Ascend Hotel Collection Welcomes The Arbor Hotel And Conference Center In Texas

ROCKVILLE, Md., April 9, 2018– The Arbor Hotel and Conference Center in Lubbock, Texas joins the Ascend Hotel Collection by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies. Known for inspiring individuality, the Ascend Hotel Collection is the first and largest global soft brand, featuring best in class unique, boutique and historic hotels and resorts with more

Cambria Hotels Celebrates Grand Opening in Downtown Dallas:Event marks fourth Cambria Hotels property to open in Texas

ROCKVILLE, Md., April 6, 2018– The Cambria Hotels brand celebrated its continued expansion in the Lone Star State with the grand opening of the Cambria Hotel Downtown Dallas yesterday. The upscale hotel brand, which is franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), joined representatives from developer Kirtland Realty Group and management company Fillmore Hospitality, to commemorate the occasion

Sleep Inn Hotel Opens In Houston

April 3, 2018 — Sleep Inn, part of Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), has opened a new property in Houston.

Cambria Hotels Celebrates Grand Opening in Nashville, Tenn.

ROCKVILLE, Md.,– The Cambria Hotels brand debuted in the Music Capital of the World yesterday evening with the grand opening of the 255-room Cambria Hotel Nashville, the brand’s biggest property. The Cambria Hotels brand is franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, which co-hosted the celebration with representatives

Choice Hotels Expands Upscale Brands Development Teams

Rockville, MD,.– Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, announced David Hale and Chris Leiser have joined the company as part of the Cambria Hotels and Ascend Hotel Collection development teams in the Midwest region.

Cambria Hotels Opens in Downtown Philadelphia

ROCKVILLE, Md.,– Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, in collaboration with Pearl Properties and Concord Hospitality Enterprises Company, announced the opening of the Cambria Hotel Philadelphia Downtown – Center City.

WoodSpring Suites Increases Footprint in the Greater Chicago Area

ROCKVILLE, Md– Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, in collaboration with Holladay Properties, LLC and Nationwide Hotel Management Company LLC, today announced the opening of WoodSpring Suites Chicago Tinley Park. The hotel is located at 18636 West Creek Drive in Tinley Park, Ill.

Ascend Hotel Collection Robust Growth Focuses On Major Markets

ROCKVILLE, Md.,– The Ascend Hotel Collection, by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, continues to rapidly expand with a specific focus on top markets. The world’s first and largest soft brand is coming off one of its most successful years in 2017 by opening 56 hotels globally, and

Choice Hotels Focuses on Multi-Unit Development to Accelerate Cambria Growth

ROCKVILLE, Md.– Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), franchisor of Cambria Hotels, recently began a new effort centered on multi-unit development to help grow the brand even more rapidly. On the heels of opening its 10th property in 10 months earlier this year, the expanded approach will use part of the $475 million in capital support

Comfort Brand Renaissance Results In Significant Growth: Brand transformation continues to build pipeline with 80 percent new construction

ROCKVILLE, Md.– Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world’s largest hotel companies, has continued to transform the Comfort brand through bold moves and substantial investment. The Comfort brand plans to again open more than one hotel per week in 2018 with a pipeline of nearly 300 properties, 80 percent of which are new