WHITE PLAINS, N.Y.—Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announces the opening of Element Houston Vintage Park, the first Element hotel to open in Texas. Inspired by Westin Hotels & Resorts, Element invites guests to check in to a new travel experience with comfortable public spaces, modern style and eco-friendly design. Owned by Condor Hospitality, LLC and managed by InterMountain Management, LLC of Louisiana, the newly constructed, 123-room hotel is a key part of the new Vintage Park lifestyle center located in bustling northwest Houston. The general contractor for the Element is Benchmark Development Corp. of Dallas. This is the first of two Element projects between the ownership group, development team, and InterMountain Management. The Element Hotel in Lone Tree, Colo., will open this summer.
The Element brand’s unique design philosophy is evident the moment guests arrive. After passing through a signature portal that provides a literal bridge to the Element interior, guests will be greeted with streams of natural light from a multi-storied window wall.
Element Houston Vintage Park will be working towards LEED certification in its first year of operation, as part of the Element brand’s effort to require all its hotels to pursue this certification. The Element brand’s green features are designed to be as aesthetically appealing as they are eco-friendly, so guests never compromise on style and comfort. Element Hotels are equipped with energy-efficient, stainless steel appliances and lighting, amenity dispensers in the showers to reduce waste, and water-efficient faucets and fixtures. Guests can continue daily routines such as recycling papers and plastics, as well as using green materials, while those driving hybrid cars are rewarded with priority parking. Even the ubiquitous “Do Not Disturb” sign has been replaced with an environmentally-friendly magnet.
Designed for Recharging
“Every aspect of Element Houston Vintage Park is designed to help guests recharge and be at their best while they are traveling,” said Brian McGuinness, vice president of Element Hotels. “Our guests will be able to experience a whole new perspective on longer stay travel while enjoying vibrant northwest Houston and easy access to the area’s leading technology firms, shopping, dining and recreation.”
Guests are able to customize their rooms to meet their needs with the multipurpose, modular furniture, swiveling flat-screen televisions, large desks with open shelving and custom-designed closets. Rooms also offer a fully equipped kitchen that features modern, Energy Star-rated appliances and all the utensils necessary to prepare a gourmet meal.
Located in Houston’s premier northwest business and shopping area, Element Houston Vintage Park is a key part of a new upscale retail and lifestyle center, just minutes from the Willowbrook shopping complexes, less than 20 minutes from the IAH Airport and 25 minutes from the heart of downtown Houston. Also nearby are the offices of HP, the George R. Brown Convention Center, Toyota Center, the Sam Houston Race Park and several golf courses.
“Element Houston Vintage Park delivers a comfortable and inspiring longer stay experience, as well as easy access to the best of northwest Houston,” said Billy Brown, president, Condor Hospitality. “Ideal for both work and relaxation, Element creates an inviting atmosphere enhanced by sleek, modern spaces and natural touches.”
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