Homewood Suites Saves Families 15% off Weekend Rates on Travel this Holiday Season

Online, October 15, 2009 (Newswire.com) - Homewood Suites by Hilton, an international brand of all-suite, residential-style hotels, brings families closer together by offering holiday travel deals through its Homewood for the Holidays Sweepstakes promotion. Guests staying at Homewood Suites will receive 15 percent off weekend rates for any Thursday - Sunday night booking (two night minimum required) from November 1, 2009 through January 30, 2010. Guests taking advantage of these travel deals during the Homewood for the Holidays promotion period will also automatically be entered for a chance to win one of five $1,000 Visa gift cards.

"Whether traveling to visit relatives, or exploring a nearby destination for a weekend getaway, these great travel deals make it more affordable than ever for families to be together this holiday season," said Carla Raynor, Vice President of Marketing for Homewood Suites brand.

In addition to the discounts offered through the Homewood for the Holidays promotion, travelers looking for lodging deals could save money on their holiday travel simply by staying at a Homewood Suites and taking advantage of the brand's value-oriented amenities like complimentary hot breakfast, high-speed internet access, and in-room DVD players. The brand offers families the space they need to spread out, including fully-equipped kitchens, separate living and sleeping areas, recreational options like mid-size basketball courts, outdoor grills and pools,- all for about the same price they would pay for a traditional hotel room.

To book Homewood for Holidays, and other holiday travel deals, please visit www.homewoodholidays.com or dial 1-800-CALL-HOME.

Launched in 1989, the Homewood Suites by Hilton brand today has more than 280 hotels open with approximately 120 in the development pipeline. Beyond its spacious suites and home-like amenities, additional guest features include an on-site Suite Shop convenience store, complimentary grocery shopping services*, a complete business center, and laundry services at most locations.

The innovative brand is a guest favorite among both business and leisure travelers, consistently taking the top spot on key satisfaction studies. Homewood Suites by Hilton has been named "Best Value Hotel Chain" by Zagat Survey for three consecutive years (2007-2009) and placed number one in the Upscale Extended Stay Hotel category in Business Travel News 2008 hotels rankings by corporate travel buyers.