Embassy Suites Hotels, the Hilton Worldwide
brand of upscale all-suite hotels, is
now open in Congress Plaza in Saratoga
Springs.
The opening of the new 149-suite Embassy
Suites occurred in early March.
“We’re excited to continue our expansion
in this popular leisure market with the new
Embassy Suites Saratoga Springs,” said
John Rogers, global head, Embassy Suites
Hotels. “The innovative Design Option III
prototype will enhance the guest experience
by offering a great sense of space and more
natural light in both guest rooms and public
areas like the atrium, while maintaining
Embassy’s signature amenities.”
The full-service hotel is located within
walking distance to shopping, museums,
casinos, parks, restaurants, entertainment,
and more. Officials said it is the first Embassy
Suites in the state to feature the brand’s
latest design concept, Design Option III.
Embassy Suites Saratoga Springs is
owned by DCG Development and managed
by Veeder Hospitality Management LLC.
“From horse racing to arts and outdoor
recreation, Saratoga Springs is an internationally-
recognized leisure and business
destination,” said General Manager Dan
Fortier, Embassy Suites Saratoga Springs.
“The opening of our hotel comes at a peak
time as both business and leisure travelers
will be planning for Saratoga Springs
seasonal horse racing, which starts July 24
and attracts guest from around the world.”
The hotel’s design offers guests a variety
of side-by-side suites, shotgun suites and
one room suites. The contemporary open-air
atrium is complimented with Adirondack
elements, a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace
and unique, hand-selected art pieces.
In addition, guests can partake of American
fare, beer or cocktails at The Diamond
Club Grill, which offers indoor and outdoor
dining for lunch and dinner.
The hotel has a 6,000-square-foot versatile
event space, including a 3,500-squarefoot
ballroom and seven flexible conference
spaces, complete with state-of-the-art A/V
technology and dedicated catering staff,.
Officials said it can host business meetings,
social events and weddings for up to
220 people.
The hotel features the brand’s signature
amenities including its free made-to-order
breakfast, a two-hour complimentary evening
reception with snacks and beverages,
two-room suites with a separate living area,
private bedroom, WiFi, 40-inch high-definition
TVs, a wet bar fitted with a microwave,
a mini-fridge and a coffee maker.
Guests also have access to the 24-hour
business and fitness centers and an indoor
swimming pool.
Ownership feels the facility can take
advantage of the fact that it is located just
30 minutes away from Albany International
Airport, Embassy Suites Saratoga Springs
is just minutes from the award-winning
Saratoga National Golf Club, Saratoga National
Historic Park, Saratoga Casino and
Raceway, Canfield Casino, Saratoga Winery
& Tasting Room, and the internationally renowned
Saratoga Race Course.
It is also close to the Saratoga Performing
Arts Center (SPAC), the official summer
home of the New York City Ballet and the
Philadelphia Orchestra and a popular venue
for rock concerts, operas and festivals.
Embassy Suites Saratoga Springs participates
in Hilton Honors, a guest rewards
program that allows members to earn points
and miles for the same stay and redeem
points for free nights with no blackout dates
at more than 4,250 hotels worldwide.
For reservations or more information,
visit www.saratogasprings.embassysuites.com or call 290-9090.