Sonesta EssentialWest Virginia

Sonesta Essential Opens in Fairmont, West Virginia

 Sonesta Expands Newest Hotel Brand with Second Location in State

NEWTON, MA [May 10, 2024] – Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) today announced the opening of Sonesta Essential Fairmont. The 62-room, upper-midscale property is located at 20 Southland Drive in Fairmont, WV. The hotel is conveniently located between Morgantown and Clarksburg, providing easy access to I-79.

“The addition of the Sonesta Essential Fairmont in West Virginia highlights Sonesta’s focus on building a strong nationwide footprint for this new brand,” said Keith Pierce, Sonesta’s EVP and President Franchise & Development. “Sonesta’s framework ensures seamless and quick conversions for our franchisees, making us an optimal franchisor for upper-midscale properties.”

Sonesta Essential provides guests with only the essentials for their stays. Sonesta Essential features elevated bedding as part of the brand’s unique sleep program, high-speed complimentary WiFi, complimentary hot breakfast, premium all-day coffee and a fitness center.

Sonesta Essential Fairmont guests can earn or redeem points as members of the award-winning Sonesta Travel Pass loyalty program.

ABOUT SONESTA

About Sonesta International Hotels

Sonesta is the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. according to Smith Travel Research (STR) with approximately 1,100 properties totaling 100,000 guest rooms across 13 brands in eight countries. Sonesta owns, manages and/or franchises under The Royal Sonesta; The James, Classico Collection by Sonesta, Sonesta Hotels, Resorts & Cruises; MOD Collection by Sonesta, Sonesta Select; Sonesta Essential, Sonesta ES Suites, Sonesta Simply Suites, Red Lion Hotels, Inns & Suites by Sonesta; Signature Inn by Sonesta; Americas Best Value Inn by Sonesta and Canadas Best Value Inn by Sonesta. Redefining hospitality through its award-winning Sonesta Travel Pass loyalty program, Sonesta offers guests the opportunity to earn and redeem points for unparalleled value and personalized experiences. Sonesta Travel Pass members receive the best rates, earn immediate points towards free nights, and accelerated status progression based on stays. For more information about Sonesta, visit Sonesta.com to make a reservation or franchise.sonesta.com to explore joining our portfolio.

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