Saturday, November 14, 2009

Creative Addition to Milwaukee Hotel Market

MILWAUKEE  - The "Hotel of the Arts" is the latest addition to the burgeoning business development in Milwaukee's historic Brewer's Hill neighborhood. Newly opened in October 2009, this unique take on a Days Inn & Suites property treats guests to a variety of visual arts exhibits and musical performances. Individual rooms are enhanced by modern art and common areas feature the work of local artists. The hotel means more choice for travelers looking to combine quality and value.

Conveniently located on 6th Street, one mile north of downtown's Wisconsin Avenue, the property features 79 rooms, including a fourth floor of suites. The hotel is designed to meet the needs of the business traveler, with a state-of-the-art business center, two meeting rooms, and freeWi-Fi. The property was designed by architect Harry Van Oudenallen and Arquitectura, Inc.

"Even in a tough economy, the Milwaukee area is seeing additional hotel properties," said Dave Fantle, VISIT Milwaukee vice president of public relations. "This shows confidence in our hospitality and tourism industry for the long term."

VISIT Milwaukee markets Greater Milwaukee to tourists, convention and meeting planners nationally and internationally and is dedicated to ensuring our guests are warmly welcomed and enjoy an enriching experience in this jewel of the Great Lakes. VISIT Milwaukee has more than 620 members, including hotels/motels, restaurants, attractions, services and area businesses. Tourism generated $2.7 billion in spending in Greater Milwaukee in 2008 and supported about 66,000 local jobs. The City of Wauwatosa, Midwest Airlines, Potawatomi Bingo Casino and the Wisconsin Center District are strategic partners with VISIT Milwaukee, providing funding support for conventions and tourism programs.  For more information call 1-800-554-1448 or visit http://www.visitmilwaukee.org/.

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Contact: Dave Fantle, VP of Public Relations, 414.287.4253                             

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Jeannine Sherman, Public Relations Manager, 414.287.6230 

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