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“Freebies” at Greystone Hotels

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Greystone Hotels

Oyster.com recently released a list of the top Hotel Freebies- small, complimentary touches that can make your stay more enjoyable. Greystone Hotels is happy to share that many of these “freebies” are offered at our hotels, as part of our mission to provide every Greystone guest with an exceptional service experience. Below is a list of some of the “freebies” that were listed and are offered at our hotels!

 

Hotel Griffon –  www.hotelgriffon.com – San Francisco, California

The Hotel Griffon offers complimentary town car service every weekday morning to the financial district, so you don’t have to worry about navigating the streets of San Francisco to get to your meeting on time.

 

Inn at Union Square- www.unionsquare.com -San Francisco, California

Wine and cheese please!  We know that after a long day of travel, sightseeing or meetings, the perfect way to relax is at the Inn at Union Square’s nightly complimentary wine and cheese reception from 5-7pm.  The wine hour is a great time to unwind and socialize with other guests staying at the hotel or even the friendly and infamous staff.  The Inn also offers complimentary fresh baked cookies each evening.

 

Creekside Inn- www.creekside-inn.com –  Palo Alto, California

While staying with us in Palo Alto, take advantage of our complimentary hybrid car service to get around Silicon Valley. Our staff is more than happy to take you to the many things to do in see in the local area such as Stanford University, Stanford Shopping Center, and downtown Palo Alto.

The Creekside Inn also offers guests an electric car charging station at no extra cost.  Just a little thank-you from us for being environmentally conscious!

 

Élan Hotel- www.elanhotel.com – Los Angeles, California

The favored Élan Hotel in Los Angeles provides a complimentary wine and cheese reception for guests to take advantage of every night after a day of seeing the sights!  It takes place each evening from 5-7pm in the lobby and is the perfect way to transition your fun-filled day into a unforgettable night in Los Angeles.

 

Other “freebies”  Our Hotels Offer:

Morning Coffee:

King George Hotel- San Francisco

Hotel Griffon- San Francisco

 

Breakfast Pastries:

Creekside Inn- Palo Alto

 

Complimentary Continental Breakfast:

Inn at Union Square- San Francisco

Elan Hotel- Los Angeles

Empress Hotel- La Jolla

Marriott Hotels – Bend, OR

 

Complimentary WiFi:

All Greystone Hotels

 

 

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CNN names San Francisco, San Diego and Bend in “8 Best Beer Towns in America”

Posted on May 7, 2013 by Greystone Hotels

CNN named the top 8 beer towns in the USA and with amazing hotels from the Greystone Hotels collection, in 3 of the cities listed, there is no reason for you to not come visit one (or more!) of these beer loving destinations.

 

San Francisco was named number two on the prestigious list.  With some of the top San Francisco breweries all located within a couple of miles of our three San Francisco properties: Hotel Griffon (http://www.hotelgriffon.com) , King George Hotel (http://www.kinggeorge.com) and Inn at Union Square (http://www.unionsquare.com/), your beer options are limitless when you stay with us!  Whether it’s going on a tour of infamous Anchor Steam Brewery, stopping by the 21st Amendment on the way to a San Francisco Giants game or attending one of the many annual beer and brew festivals the city holds, there is truly something for every beer fanatic throughout the city of San Francisco.

 

San Diego secures a top spot at number three on the list.  San Diego County is home to thirty plus breweries and its own IPA category.  Last year’s host to the 2012 World Beer Cup, and breweries named some of the“All-Time Breweries on the Planet” by BeerAdvocate magazine, San Diego is the place to be for beer connoisseurs of all kinds.  We are happy to have two properties within close proximity to some of the best breweries in San Diego: Best Western Seven Seas (http://www.bw7seas.com) and The Bristol Hotel San Diego (http://www.thebristolsandiego.com) .

 

Seventh place for Best Beer Towns in America goes to Bend, Oregon.  To most people, Bend making the list for top beer towns in America might come as a surprise, but not for us here at Greystone Hotels.  With two properties in Bend, TownePlace Suites and Fairfield Inn & Suites (http://www.bendsuites.com), both properties are in close proximity to some of the best breweries Oregon has to offer such as Deschutes, Silver Moon and Cascade Lakes.  On your next visit to Bend make sure to stop by the Bend Ale Trail, the largest beer trail in the west.

 

Read the full article here: http://edition.cnn.com/2013/05/06/travel/usa-beer-towns/index.html

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A Message of Support from Greystone Hotels

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Greystone Hotels

The Lenox Hotel is Boston Strong

The tragic events of Marathon Monday have shaken the entire nation. In the center of the bombings was a fellow Stash Rewards partner hotel, The Lenox Hotel.

For eight days, the hotel was forbidden to welcome guests, but that didn’t stop The Lenox from executing their world-class service. The Lenox team stepped up, volunteering to feed and host investigators around the clock with the same service they extend to their paying guests. The Lenox has been an example of grace, humility, and an unwavering commitment to hospitality.

Watching everything unfold on TV and the internet, we kept wishing there was something we could do to help. Indeed, we were helpless that week. But now, today, there IS something we can do. We can focus on the vibrant and resilient city that Boston truly is.

If travel is in your future, we hope you consider visiting Boston. Catch a game at Fenway, walk in the path of great patriots on the Freedom Trail, stroll the waterfront, indulge in some shopping and let the team at The Lenox impress you with their world-class hospitality.

Like our hotels, The Lenox is an independent hotel. They don’t have the backing of a major chain to help them navigate this challenge, but they do have our backing, and the backing of independent travelers across the country. We’re reaching out to our supporters, our wonderful guests, asking you to extend your support to our friends at The Lenox and the fine city of Boston. Please consider paying them a visit this year.

If visiting Boston isn’t in the cards for you, you can still show your support by donating to The One Fund or leaving The Lenox a message on their Facebook Page.

Stay Boston Strong,
Greystone Hotels

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Empress Hotel of La Jolla

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Greystone Hotels

Just in time for your summer vacation, Greystone Hotels is excited to announce a new addition to our collection. The Empress Hotel in La Jolla, CA, was acquired by Greystone on April 15th.

Located in the heart of charming La Jolla, California, the Empress is perfect for both business and leisure travel. The hotel offers complimentary WiFi and breakfast, as well as an in-house restaurant, Manhattan of La Jolla. And…It’s pet friendly!

The Empress is located just a couple of blocks from La Jolla’s famous beaches where you can swim, surf and dive. A variety of restaurants, shops and spas also surround this 73-room boutique hotel allowing guests to explore La Jolla on foot! Other San Diego area attractions are all a short drive away, such as Sea World, the San Diego Zoo, Torrey Pines Golf Course, a number of Universities, the Gaslamp Quarter and more.

To book your stay at our newest addition, the Empress Hotel of La Jolla, please visit the website: http://www.empress-hotel.com/

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Enter to Win a Palo Alto Getaway

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Greystone Hotels

Want to take a trip to the Palo Alto?   How about a free stay, on us, with your choice to either ‘sip’, ‘shop’ or ‘see’!  To win, all you need to do is enter to win the Creekside Inn Getaway contest on Facebook.  ‘Like’ our Facebook page and select to either win a chance to ‘sip’, ‘shop’ or ‘see’ in Silicon Valley!   If you choose to ‘sip,’  you will receive a one night stay, tasting passes, a gift card and transportation to the renowned Thomas Fogarty Winery, a delectable dinner at the Bella Vista and a bottle of wine in your room upon arrival.  If ‘shop’ is you choice, you will receive a free one night stay, gift card and transportation to Stanford Shopping Center, a pedicure at Le Belle Day Spa and dinner fit for a king or queen at Flemmings.  And lastly, if you decide to ‘see’ the gorgeous sights of Palo Alto you’ll receive a free one night stay, transportation and a tour of the Rodin Sculpture Garden, a gift card to the Stanford Bookstore and a dinner a Sundance Steak House.  With so many options, there is sure to be something perfect for you to win!  Don’t miss your chance-Enter today:

 

https://www.facebook.com/CreeksideInnPaloAlto/app_418103078285759

 

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Earth Day

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Greystone Hotels

Greystone Hotels is committed to being an environmentally conscious company and in celebration of Earth Day, Greystone Hotels will donate a portion of all room and meeting room revenue generated on April 22, from each of our ten properties, to a leading environmental conservation organization. Greystone Hotels also participates in other ‘green’ initiatives year round in order to reduce our carbon footprint. Our eco-friendly practices include using green amenities, green cleaning products, recycling, and providing electric car charging stations at select properties. Many of the Greystone hotels are also involved green hospitality programs such as Green Hotels Global and the Clean the World program.

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American Airlines Expected to Start Flying to Bend from LAX

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Greystone Hotels

Have you found yourself planning a trip to Bend, Oregon and then realizing that the headache of getting there stops you in your tracks? Stress no more, American Airlines expected to begin direct flights to Redmond/Bend from Los Angeles International Airport which could start as early as June- just in time for all the summer activities in Bend! A fifty-seat commuter jet will leave Redmond airport each day and return from Los Angeles each night. With LAX being one of the largest and busiest airports we are excited to share all there is to do in Bend with more visitors!

Planning your Bend getaway? Stay with us at the either the Fairfield Inn & Suites or TownePlace Suites: www.bendsuites.com

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Best Western Seven Seas Donates to Wounded Warrior Dinner

Posted on March 11, 2013 by Greystone Hotels

With a Preferred Government Program that offers special rates and incredible service to government travelers, contractors and employees, the Best Western Seven Seas was happy to help when approached by the Old Mission Rotary Club with an opportunity to support a volunteer program that serves dinner to wounded warriors at the San Diego Naval Medical Center in Balboa Park.

On February 26, 2013, the Seven Seas Cafe provided dinner for 186 Marines, 43 Army soldiers and 15 Navy personnel, all of which have been wounded in battle and many of whom are amputees and still on active duty. These soldiers must undergo grueling rehabilitation sessions and medical appointments and The Best Western Seven Seas was honored to be able to sponsor a dinner for these brave men and women.

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Bay Bridge Light Installation

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Greystone Hotels

Celebrate the 75th anniversary of San Francisco’s iconic Bay Bridge with the Bay Lights art light sculpture beginning today, March 5, 2013. This monumental art installation, designed by world-renowned artist Leo Villareal, will feature more than 25,000 white LED lights that will cover the West Span of the Bay Bridge in a spectacular display that is 1.8 miles wide and 500 feet high. Believed to be the world’s largest LED light sculpture, the Bay Lights energy efficient, individually programmable lights will cover the Bay Bridge’s vertical cables to create a display that offers unique patterns of light across the entire western span. The Bay Lights will be on display from dusk until 2am daily and will viewable from the city of San Francisco and points north. “Front row” views will be available at the Hotel Griffon, with bay view rooms that give guests a priceless view of the bridge, the San Francisco Bay and the Embarcadero. The Inn at Union Square and the King George Hotel also provide great home bases in San Francisco to explore the city and see the light installation. If you are staying at the Creekside Inn, a quick train ride up to San Francisco is a fun and convenient way to come see the lights.

The Bay Lights will run from March 2013 through March 2015.

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Greystone Hotels Supports the Taji 100

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Greystone Hotels

The King George Hotel and Greystone Hotels are proud partners of the Taji 100.  The Taji 100 is fitness challenge and fundraiser throughout the month of February in which participants have a goal of achieving 100 miles in 28 days either by walking, hiking, jogging, running on the treadmill or using the elliptical. All proceeds benefit the Wounded Warrior Project.

The Taji 100 began in 2010 and is named after the city in Iraq where the event originated on a military base with the goal of keeping the troops active and improving their morale.  When their deployment was completed, soldiers that had participated in the original Taji 100 brought the event stateside in 2011 and began to use it as a fundraiser.

To participate, please visit http://taji100.com/ to register and donate to the Wounded Warrior Project. One hundred percent of the proceeds go to cause.  We are happy to announce that many Greystone employees have participated in the Taji 100 and plan to continue to support the cause this year.

Click Here to View the Taji 100 Flyer

**Taji 100 Participants can save on their stay at the King George Hotel. Call the hotel directly at 415-781-5050 to make your reservation.**

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