ROCKVILLE, Md. – The Comfort hotel brand is experiencing a record-setting pipeline while successfully executing on the brand's growth strategy to open one hotel per week in 2017. Developer interest in the brand remains strong due to the Comfort brand's appealing prototype, category-leading results, and the proven leadership in the upper midscale segment of Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH).

"Choice is a proven leader in the midscale and upper midscale segments, and we've been dominating the space for years with Comfort," said Brian Quinn, vice president, franchise development, Choice Hotels. "The Comfort brand continues to fortify its position by beating the upper midscale segment in RevPAR growth and stealing share in the U.S. The brand has recorded 33 consecutive months of RevPAR index gains compared to its competition. With a cost-effective model and strong return on investment, the brand meets the needs of both experienced and first-time hotel developers."

The Choice Hotels development team boosted the brand's pipeline, securing 40 percent more contracts in the second quarter of 2017 compared to the second quarter of 2016. Further, Comfort is on track to hit 56 openings this year which includes 12 recent openings that were a mix of new construction and conversion projects. They include:

  • Comfort Inn in Kalamazoo, MI – 64 guest rooms
  • Comfort Inn & Suites in Hannibal, MO – 74 guest rooms
  • Comfort Inn in Detroit, MI – 77 guest rooms
  • Comfort Inn & Suites in Barnesville, PA – 70 guest rooms
  • Comfort Suites in Florence, KY – 84 guest rooms
  • Comfort Inn in Altoona, IA – 69 guest rooms
  • Comfort Suites in Kyle, TX – 72 guest rooms
  • Comfort Inn in Chambersburg, PA – 64 guest rooms
  • Comfort Inn in Ottawa, IL – 69 guest rooms
  • Comfort Inn & Suites in East Ellijay, GA – 58 guest rooms
  • Comfort Suites in Piedmont, SC – 80 guest rooms
  • Comfort Inn & Suites in Albuquerque, NM – 82 guest rooms

"As a leader in the upper midscale category, we pride ourselves on providing business and leisure guests with superior service and offerings at Comfort hotels, which are reflected in high guest satisfaction scores," said Anne Smith, vice president, brand management and design, Choice Hotels. "With these new openings, we look forward to providing guests with even more options to choose from across the U.S."

There are more than 1,800 Comfort hotels open across North America in popular travel destinations, including top markets like Salt Lake City, UT; Charleston, SC; Jacksonville, FL; North Myrtle Beach, SC; Austin, TX; Oklahoma City, OK; and Tampa, FL.

Comfort® Rested.Set.Go.®

The Comfort brand, franchised by Choice Hotels, has been trusted by travelers and hotel owners for more than 30 years. With a proven track record of reliability, convenience and value, both Comfort Inn and Comfort Suites hotel properties offer everything you need to feel refreshed and ready to take on the day, whether you're traveling for business or leisure. Comfort is the largest 100 percent smoke-free hotel brand in the North America with more than 1,800 properties open and operating. With a Comfort brand hotel everywhere you need to be, complimentary amenities include a hot, hearty and healthy breakfast, free Wi-Fi, business center, and fitness center or swimming pool at most locations. Rested. Set. Go.® Because behind every great day is a great night. For more information, visit www.choicehotels.com/Comfort-Inn or www.choicehotels.com/Comfort-Suites.

About Choice Hotels®

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world. The one to watch in upscale and a leader in midscale and extended stay, Choice® has nearly 7,500 hotels, representing more than 630,000 rooms, in 45 countries and territories. A diverse portfolio of 22 brands that range from full-service upper upscale properties to midscale, extended stay and economy enables Choice® to meet travelers' needs in more places and for more occasions while driving more value for franchise owners and shareholders. The award-winning Choice Privileges® rewards program and co-brand credit card options provide members with a fast and easy way to earn reward nights and personalized perks. For more information, visit www.choicehotels.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This communication includes "forward-looking statements" about future events, including anticipated development and hotel openings. Such statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, including construction delays, availability and cost of financing and the other "Risk Factors" described in our Annual Report on Form 10-K and our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, any of which could cause actual results to be materially different from our expectations.

Addendum

This is not an offering. No offer or sale of a franchise will be made except by a Franchise Disclosure Document first filed and registered with applicable state authorities. A copy of the Franchise Disclosure Document can be obtained through contacting Choice Hotels International at 915 Meeting Street, Suite 600, North Bethesda, Maryland 20852 or by email at: [email protected].

Alannah Don
Choice Hotels International, Inc.
+1 301 592 5154
Choice