News Release
Anchorage, Alaska, Hotels Gear Up for Summer Season, Recent Upgrades at Several Properties
Anchorage, Alaska – May 18, 2009 – Travel and tourism is the second largest private sector employer in Alaska. The travel and tourism industry remains a viable, economic driver of Anchorage’s economy, as evidenced by the private sector’s continued investment in the area.
In addition to the city’s new construction, with the completion of the Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center and several new hotels, significant money has been invested in renovations to several longstanding hotels in the Anchorage area.
The following properties have recently completed renovations:
Hilton Anchorage: Extensive guestroom renovations were completed over the past two winter seasons. Guests at the hotel will enjoy new carpet, fresh wall coverings, updated bathrooms and new furniture. Guestrooms will feature the Hilton Serenity bedding and amenities packages.
New carpeting was also installed in several thousand square feet of public and function space. The Chart Room and Top of the World private function spaces both received new bar areas, while the Chart Room had additional upgrades with new wall coverings and carpet.
Media Contact: Scott Doonan, director of sales and marketing, (907) 265-7175, scott.doonan@hilton.com www.hiltonanchorage.com
Hilton Garden Inn: More than $2.5 million was spent to update all 125 guest rooms. Uniquely designed Garden Sleep System beds allow each side of the bed to be customized for firmness. New, 32-inch flat-screen HD televisions, new wall papers, window treatments, light fixtures, carpet and furniture, including Herman Miller office chairs, were also installed.
The Hilton Garden Inn’s common areas were also updated with new carpeting and furniture. New exercise equipment has been added to the fitness area, as well as new computers in the business center. The Inn’s new concept restaurant, Amore La Cucina, features Italian cuisine, hand-tossed pizza and build-your-own pasta dishes.
Media Contact: Jennifer Rogers, sales manager, (907) 729-7000 jennifer.rogers@hilton.com www.anchorage.hgi.com
Hotel Captain Cook: With more than $2 million invested, improvements to the hotel include new teak furniture, 32-inch flat screen televisions and additional artwork installed in the guestrooms.
The athletic club’s women’s club features a newly renovated space and new Life Fitness cardio machines, while the men’s club Jacuzzi has been re-tiled; new light fixtures and fluorescent lights have been installed in all rooms, hallways and lounges in an effort to conserve energy; and the hotel’s fine dining restaurant, The Crow’s Nest lounge has been updated with new booths, tables and décor.
Media Contact: Raquel Edelen, vice president of operations, (907) 343-2278, requeledelen@captaincook.com, www.captaincook.com
Inlet Tower Hotel & Suites: New air conditioners have been added to all guest rooms, as well as new décor, artwork and furniture in the 14-story hotel’s public areas, putting the finishing touch on last year’s lobby renovation.
Media Contact: Fred Luecker, general manager, (907) 276-1001 fred.luecker@inlettower.com www.inlettower.com
Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa: With $15 million invested, the Sheraton has added a 5,500-square-foot Ice Spa, an over-the-top luxury addition. The well-trained staff provides a variety of massage techniques; innovative treatments like Vichy and hot stone therapy, healthy menus and other pampering indulgences. The addition incorporates majestic views of Cook Inlet and the Chugach Mountain Range.
New Sweet Sleeper mattresses, designed exclusively for Sheraton Hotels, 42-inch flat screen HD televisions, personal refrigerators, and Starbuck’s coffee are available in all rooms. Jade Steak & Seafood, the new restaurant in the hotel’s lobby, specializes in fresh Alaska cuisine in a comfortable, yet upscale setting.
Media Contact: Tanguy Libbrecht, director of sales and marketing, (907) 343-3156, tanguylibbrecht@remingtonhotels.com, www.sheratonanchorage.com
The Anchorage Convention & Visitors Bureau’s (ACVB) mission is to attract and serve visitors to the Municipality of Anchorage as a Destination Marketing Organization (DMO). ACVB’s marketing functions are funded by one-third of the bed tax collected by lodging associations. One-third goes to the Municipality’s general fund, a contribution established in 1978, and one-third to service the bond debt and operations of the Anchorage Convention Centers. ACVB receives no state or federal funds. Explore www.Anchorage.net for more information.
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Media Contacts:
Jeanette Anderson Moores
Public Relations
Anchorage Convention & Visitors Bureau
jmoores@anchorage.net
(907) 276-4118
Explore www.Anchorage.net
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