Comfort Inn Maingate in Kissimmee, Florida Completes Major Renovation

Orlando-centric hotel welcomes guests with bright new look and feel

Kissimmee, FL. (October 24, 2016) – Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announced the renovation completion at the Comfort Inn Maingate, a Kissimmee hotel located minutes away from all the major theme parks. Thanks to close proximity and superior guest satisfaction, this hotel has earned Walt Disney World Good Neighbor® Hotel status. Additionally, the famed Old Town shopping, dining and entertainment district is just a short drive away. Owned by the SLB Hotel Group LLC, the property is strategically located one mile east of the 429 Expressway and two miles west of Interstate 4 at 7675 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway in Kissimmee.

Just five years old, the property has already received an upgrade to its five floors of 197 guest rooms which now feature a contemporary yet classic design. The property includes the addition of “family-friendly” rooms complete with bunk beds in the alcove area, brand new landscaping, new furniture, décor and carpeting to the main lobby, an expanded and redecorated breakfast and coffee area, and the expansion and addition of a sundeck to the pool.

“Central Florida is such an important destination for leisure travelers and we are so proud to be able to offer this outstanding property. The management team here truly understands the essence of what we call MyComfort Culture, which completely focuses on everything the guest sees, hears and feels from welcome to goodbye,” said Anne Smith, vice president of brand strategy for Choice Hotels. “This renovation and partnership is a reflection of our joint commitment with the SLB Hotel Group LLC to ensure guests are rested, refreshed and ready to take on the day after a stay at the Comfort Inn Maingate.”

The Comfort Inn Maingate offers complimentary transportation to all the neighboring theme park attractions for which the area is renowned and is also an easy drive to other nearby hotspots such as Osceola Heritage Park, Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets® and Old Town.

Keeping true to the Comfort brand tagline -- Rested. Set. Go. -- the Comfort Inn Maingate provides several amenities catering to families, sports teams or group travelers to ensure they are refreshed and ready for a seamless vacation in Kissimmee. This hotel’s complimentary features include a heated outdoor pool and spa, weekday newspaper, fitness center, guest laundry services as well as microwaves, refrigerators and full high definition television in each room.

As with all Comfort brand hotels, guests can also enjoy free Wi-Fi and a complimentary hearty and hot breakfast featuring the brand’s signature hot waffle as well as several healthy options such as fruit, wholesome cereal and Greek yogurt with topping such as dried fruit, nuts and granola. The Comfort brand is also in the process of going 100% smoke-free, which would make it the largest smoke-free hotel brand in the U.S. Guests who stay at Comfort brand hotels will soon also be able to enjoy RAIO®, a custom line of hair and bath products developed exclusively for the brand, in addition to plusher, larger terrycloth towels in all guest bathrooms.

“The renovation completion of the Comfort Inn Maingate is a major milestone for us and we are so pleased to welcome guests to come enjoy the enhanced accommodations,” said Ed Swain, chief operating officer of the SLB Hotel Group LLC. “Central Florida can be a thrilling experience for families. Comfort Inn Maingate is the ideal refuge to refresh and recharge while creating all those wonderful memories.”

This hotel participates in Choice Privileges®, the loyalty rewards program from Choice Hotels. Membership is free and offers points good towards free nights, airline miles, gift certificates and more while staying at any of Choice Hotels’ 11 global brands, Comfort Inn, Comfort Suites, Quality, Sleep Inn, Clarion, Cambria hotels & suites, MainStay Suites, Suburban Extended Stay Hotel, Econo Lodge and Rodeway Inn brand hotels as well as Ascend Hotel Collection member hotels.

For more information, visit http://www.comfortinnkissimmee.com/