Tampa Hotel Completes Multimillion-Dollar Makeover

Sheraton Suites Tampa Airport Westshore Unveils Comprehensive Transformation of Property

TAMPA, FL (Dec.  7, 2009) – Showcased by a gala opening and ribbon-cutting, the Sheraton Suites Tampa Airport Westshore officially completed its multimillion-dollar renovation and unveiled the Westshore district’s “newest” property. The 261-suite hotel is managed by Davidson Hotel Company, one of the nation’s largest independent hotel management companies, which also oversaw the extensive eight-month-long project. The hotel is co-owned in a joint venture between Square Mile Capital Management and Davidson.

“With this sweeping renovation, we offer a completely new guest experience, with a goal of becoming the leading business property in the Westshore area,” said Ray Zepp, general manager. “This hotel has been an important part of the Westshore community for so many years, and these latest enhancements will provide our guests with the highest quality product in the market.”

“Our objective was to implement a plan that would help make this hotel a focal point in Tampa’s business district, as well as attract business and leisure travelers visiting the city,” said Pat Lupsha, Davidson’s chief operating officer. “We intend to deliver exceptional service levels to our guests that match the upscale renovation.”

The property’s facelift touched virtually every aspect of the hotel, including all of the two-room suites; the eight-story tropical atrium; the innovative, modern business lounge; the 12,000+ square feet of meeting space (including a 2,000 square foot expansion); the St. James Grill Restaurant and Bar; and the fitness center and pool area. It also added such signature Sheraton amenities as the Sweet Sleeper Bed, the ‘Link @ Sheraton’ lobby, flat-panel HD televisions and hardwood flooring on select floors.

Colleen Beck, director of sales and marketing at the hotel, noted that although the renovations came at a time when the economy is affecting nearly every industry, the hotel’s renovations were needed to meet the unique needs of business travelers. “This is a special property with a legacy of serving the Westshore area. The upgrade totally repositions the hotel and returns it to its leadership role in the market,” she added.

Located at 4400 West Cypress Street, in Tampa’s upscale Westshore business district, a significant locale for both business and leisure, the Sheraton Suites Tampa Airport Westshore is surrounded by more than 11 million square feet of office space.
 For more information or reservations call (813) 873-8675, or visit http://www.sheratontampaairport.com/.

Contacts:

Cyndi Norwood, Davidson Hotel Company, (901) 821-4155, cnorwood@davidsonhotels.com
Jerry Daly, Chris Daly, Daly Gray Public Relations, (703) 435-6293, jerry@dalygray.com