Park Inn by Radisson, the colorful and dynamic mid-market hotel brand, opens its doors on the Central Aegean coast of Turkey in Izmir. The Rezidor Hotel Group now has a portfolio of 23 hotels and 4,500 rooms in operation or under development in Turkey.

"We are delighted to open our second hotel in Izmir, the third largest city in Turkey. Park Inn by Radisson Izmir will complement the Radisson Blu Resort & Spa Cesme, both collectively offering the global travelers a beautiful choice of upper upscale and mid-scale hospitality on the Aegean coast. We see a growing popularity for the Park Inn by Radisson brand as it delivers on its promise of an affordable hotel experience and a focus on all the essentials for the modern-day business or leisure traveler," said Mark Willis, Area Vice President, Middle East & Turkey, The Rezidor Hotel Group.

Park Inn by Radisson Izmir is conveniently located in heart of Izmir, in the Pasaport area and close to the major business district where embassies and international companies reside. The hotel is situated next to Izmir's leisure attractions, including shopping malls and the famous Kordon, the city's famous seafront promenade that offers stunning views of the Aegean Sea and a stretch of charming street cafes. Adnan Menderes International Airport is just 18 kilometers from the hotel, and public transportation options such as ferries, taxis, trains and buses make it easy for guests to explore the city.

The hotel features 137 guest rooms and suites, some of them overlooking the beautiful Aegean Sea. Each room has been designed with comfort and a hassle-free experience in mind. The design elements are unique and include a choice of ceiling colors, a headboard with mood lighting and a colored shower screen.

For dining options, the contemporary, all-day dining restaurant Live-Inn Room serves a selection of international and local cuisine. And for an inspiring start to the day, guests can enjoy the brand's signature breakfast while taking in mesmerizing views of Izmir Bay from the hotel's rooftop terrace. The modern lobby bar provides drinks and snacks in a relaxed environment.

Innovative and dynamic spaces are at the forefront of meetings and events with Park Inn by Radisson. The hotel has four modern and flexible meeting room spaces that can be adapted to accommodate small meetings, training sessions or workshops, while the hotel's rooftop terrace can be used for special events. The hotel also features a well-equipped gym and indoor parking. Guests get free high-speed Wi-Fi access throughout the hotel including meeting rooms.

"Park Inn by Radisson, Izmir is a next generation mid-scale hotel that brings together a relaxed, fun and uncomplicated approach with a healthy dose of style. Guests can expect a great experience with the renowned warm Aegean hospitality delivered by our passionate team," said Ahmet Arikan, General Manager of Park Inn by Radisson, Izmir.

Izmir is considered the transportation hub in the western Anatolia region of Turkey and operates on a relatively new and highly developed infrastructure in transportation, telecommunications and energy. Izmir is a fast growing city with a population of approximately 3.7 million and has the second biggest port after Istanbul.

More details available on:
http://www.parkinn.com/hotel-izmir
https://blog.parkinn.com/welcome-park-inn-radisson-izmir/

For further media information, please contact:

Stephen Kamat, Area Director Communications & PR, Middle East & Turkey
stephen.kamat@carlsonrezidor.com

Lucie Cardona, Director Media Relations & Reputation Management
lucie.cardona@carlsonrezidor.com

About Park Inn® by Radisson
Park Inn by Radisson® is a colorful, dynamic, midscale hotel brand providing a hassle-free and easy hotel experience. Friendly. Positive. Vibrant. Uncomplicated. Park Inn by Radisson is designed for modern travelers. The brand adds color to life through flexible and functional spaces, staff and energy at any of its 140+ hotels across the globe.

Park Inn by Radisson is a part of Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, which also includes Quorvus Collection, Radisson Blu®, Radisson®, Radisson RED, Park Plaza® and Country Inns & Suites By CarlsonSM. For more information and reservations, visit www.parkinn.com. Connect with Park Inn by Radisson on social media: @ParkInn on Twitter, @ParkInnbyRadisson on Instagram and Facebook.com/ParkInn.

About The Rezidor Hotel Group
The Rezidor Hotel Group is one of the most dynamic hotel companies in the world and a member of the Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group. The group features a portfolio of more than 480 hotels in operation or under development with 105,000 rooms in 80+ countries.

Rezidor operates the core brands Radisson Blu® and Park Inn® by Radisson in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), along with the Club CarlsonSM loyalty program for frequent hotel guests. In early 2014 and together with Carlson, Rezidor launched the new brands Radisson RED (lifestyle select) and Quorvus Collection (luxury). In 2016, Rezidor acquired 49% of prizeotel. Rezidor has an industry-leading Responsible Business Program and was named one the World's Most Ethical Companies by the US think-tank Ethisphere.

In November 2006, Rezidor was listed on the Nasdaq Stockholm, Sweden. HNA Tourism Group Co., Ltd., a division of HNA Group Co., Ltd.—a Fortune Global 500 company with operations across aviation, tourism, hospitality, finance and online services among other sectors—became the majority shareholder in December 2016.

The Rezidor Hotel Group and its brands employ 43,700 people in EMEA and is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium.

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