Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) continues its growth in the extended stay segment with the groundbreaking of the Everhome Suites Glendale. The property is being developed by HighSide Companies - a Denver - based development firm with more than 100 years of commercial real estate experience - with six Everhome Suites hotels currently completed or under construction, and additional projects in the due diligence phase.
"We're excited to stand alongside HighSide Companies breaking ground on another Everhome Suites hotel as the brand continues its national expansion," said Ron Burgett, senior vice president, franchise development, extended stay, Choice Hotels. "While new construction projects are facing headwinds, it is through our proven track record and smart development model executed in collaboration with exemplary developers like HighSide, that we're able to quickly bring projects to market. We look forward to the not too-distant future where we're able to empower guests in Glendale, Arizona to adapt their environment to the way they live and work during longer-term stays."
Expected to open Q3 of 2024, the four story, 122 room hotel is near Luke Air Force Base, Boswell Medical Center, State Farm Stadium, and the Loop 101. The Everhome Suites Glendale will showcase a modern, efficient design that anticipates the needs of extended stay travelers of today and tomorrow. When it opens, guests of the Everhome Suites Glendale can find amenities that help them maintain their routine on the road, including:
- Fully equipped kitchens with full-sized refrigerators, dishwashers, stovetops, microwaves, flatware, cookware and plenty of counter space
- Spa-style bathrooms with high-quality fixtures
- Large closets and additional open and closed storage
- Free WiFi
- Pet-friendly options
- Weekly housekeeping
- Contemporary multipurpose lobby areas
- 24/7 self-serve, tech-enabled Homebase Market with food, beverages and groceries
- 24/7 fitness center with state-of-the-art cardio and strength-training equipment
- 24/7 guest laundry facilities
"We are excited to break ground on this Everhome Suites project alongside Choice Hotels. Glendale continues to grow rapidly, and we see a strong need for this type of product there," said Justin Roberts, CEO of HighSide. "Our partners and investors continue to trust HighSide to deliver these exceptional projects and we look forward to meeting their expectations."
Everhome Suites opened its first location in 2022 and currently has more than 60 properties in the pipeline. With a well-segmented brand portfolio that includes economy, midscale, upscale and extended stay, Choice Hotels is uniquely positioned to offer tremendous value for every type of franchise owner.