Marriott Residence Inn Hartford Downtown Completes Major Renovation

HARTFORD, Conn. - June 12, 2014 - PRLog -- Photo caption: (L-R) Mark Graham, General Manager, Residence Inn Hartford Downtown; Mark Wolman, Director, Waterford Group; Shawn Wooden, Council President, City of Hartford; Pedro Segarra, Mayor, City of Hartford; Marc Levine, Co-Owner, Residence Inn Hartford Downtown; Len Wolman, Chairman & CEO, Waterford Group; Rob Winchester, President & COO, Waterford Hotel Group; and Michael Kuziak, Chief Operating Officer, LAZ Parking

HARTFORD, CT (June 12, 2014) --- On June 11, Hartford Mayor Pedro Segarra joined city officials, hotel executives and other honored guests in celebrating the newly renovated Residence Inn Hartford Downtown. In honor of the occasion and the Residence Inn’s continued commitment to the city of Hartford, Mayor Segarra presented hotel representatives with a framed proclamation declaring June 11, 2014 as “Residence Inn Hartford Downtown Day in the City of Harford”.

The 120-room Residence Inn Hartford Downtown in Connecticut’s capital city recently completed an extensive renovation of its guestrooms and public space, marking the hotel’s second major remodel since its grand opening at the historic Richardson building in July of 2000. Henry Hobson Richardson, a well-known 19th-century architect, designed the building at 942 Main Street which was built in 1876.

Building on both the brand’s innovative spirit and the hotel’s landmark location, the Residence Inn Hartford Downtown has been re-designed to enhance the comfort and lifestyle of travelers on the road today. It offers guests flexible spaces and amenities to help maintain a healthy balance and routine while traveling. “Our new renovations bring Marriott’s latest décor, technology and amenity updates to both our rooms and public areas, while still preserving this famous historic building,” said developer and co-owner Marc Levine. “We are thrilled to introduce the new Residence Inn, which offers a beautiful updated hotel facility to downtown Hartford. It’s exciting to be a part of the growth and ongoing renewal taking place in our city.”

The multi-million renovation project is the most substantial rehab since the hotel’s opening, and includes a major upgrade of its 120 rooms and public spaces. Because of the building’s unique historic structure which was first constructed in 1876, each of the hotel’s 120 suites is different in size and shape and features sleeping, living and dining areas, flat screen televisions, complimentary high-speed Internet access & daily housekeeping services. Upgrades to these suites include new sectional sleeper sofas, carpet, desks, mattresses and drapery, as well as new granite counters and stainless steel appliances in all kitchens and bathroom areas.

Conveying the same feeling of comfortable living on the road, the Residence Inn Hartford Downtown is one of the first Residence Inns to showcase Marriott’s latest public space package, transforming the hotel’s common areas into multi-functional living spaces where guests can relax or collaborate. The public space renovations include a new front desk area with open access to guests, an upgraded business center, new lobby seating and the construction of study pods for guests, with personal high-definition flat screen televisions that provide a private/public work space while outside of the guestroom.

The Residence Inn Hartford Downtown is owned by Richardson Redo, LLC and managed by Waterford Hotel Group, a national hotel and convention center management firm. The hotel is nearby the Connecticut Convention Center, and is the perfect extended stay hotel for relocations, temporary or corporate housing needs in downtown Hartford, CT. Located within walking distance of the XL Center, Wadsworth Atheneum, Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts, Hartford Stage, The Gershon Fox Room and The Society Room, the all-suite hotel is at the center of all Hartford has to offer. The Residence Inn also offers 1,600 square feet of downtown Hartford meeting space, perfect for small corporate meetings and social gatherings.

About Residence Inn by Marriott
With more than 600 properties in the United States, Canada, Europe, the Middle East and Central America, Residence Inn by Marriott is a leader in the extended-stay lodging segment. Designed for long stays, the brand offers spacious suites with separate living and sleeping areas. Fully functional kitchens, grocery delivery, 24-hour markets and complimentary breakfast help guests maintain a healthy balance while on the road. Complimentary Wi-Fi allows guests to stay connected to the home and office, while health and fitness options and inviting lobby spaces provide comfortable places to work and relax. For more information on the Residence Inn Hartford Downtown, please visit www.hartfordresidenceinn.com.

About Waterford Hotel Group
Waterford Hotel Group has experience operating virtually every type of hotel property, including select service properties, all-suite hotels, conference centers, and large full service and resort properties. The company's approach to hotel development and operations is hands-on, and features frequent site visits and constant communication with customers and partners. Additionally, Waterford Hotel Group offers centralized accounting, financial reporting, strategic marketing, human resources, and day-to-day operations management systems to increase market share and profitability at all properties. For more information, visit the company's website at www.waterfordhotelgroup.co (http://www.waterfordhotelgroup.com)m.