Dallas-based Aimbridge Hospitality and Haiti-based corporation Carabimmo SA in partnership with U.S.-based Best Western International, are pleased to announce the opening today of the luxury Best Western Premier Petion-Ville, Haiti (http://www.BestWesternPremierHaiti.com). Located within close proximity to the international airport in Port au Prince,Haiti, The Best Western Premier is the first full-service corporate US brand hotel to open inHaiti and the first Best Western Premier in theCaribbean.
This$15 million, seven story hotel features 106 elegant guest rooms with three Executive and Imperial suites, 42" flat screen TVs, wireless internet access, versatile meeting facilities, pool, concierge, French inspired restaurantLe Michel, whisky bar, room service, round-the-clock doorman, gym, full-service spa, and private car and van transportation to and from the airport.
"We are very excited and privileged to open the newest full service hotel on the beautiful island ofHaiti," stated Aimbridge senior vice president ofCaribbeanoperations and development,Rich Cortese. "We have hired and trained through the Aimbridge and Best Western training platforms 95 new employees, the majority of them local residents, along with a seasoned management staff. Personalized customer service in a safe, secure hotel with all the modern conveniences is our focus," added Cortese, a 30 yearCaribbeanhospitality executive. "Our staff is trained to handle all aspects of your stay, from arrival to departure, and including your logistics while here inHaiti."