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Sonesta ES Suites Plans Brand’s First Ground-Up Hotel

NEWTON, Massachusetts—Sonesta International Hotels Corporation announced plans for the construction of a new Sonesta ES Suites in Port Charlotte, Florida. This new property, expected to open in Spring 2025, marks the first Sonesta ES Suites brand project developed from the ground up.

“We are excited that Sonesta ES Suites Port Charlotte will be our first purpose-built location for the brand,” said Brian Quinn, Sonesta’s chief development officer. “The Sonesta ES Suites brand stands out as an attractive choice for franchisees looking for an upscale option to capitalize on the continued dependable performance of extended stay hotels.”

“Sonesta ES Suites Port Charlotte will benefit business travelers and tourists who are looking for accommodations near the beaches, golf courses, parks, and other attractions that Port Charlotte has to offer,” said Alan Lane, one of Sonesta ES Suites Port Charlotte’s owners.

“The addition of Sonesta ES Suites Port Charlotte to our diverse portfolio reflects Commonwealth Hotels’ unwavering commitment to providing an unparalleled guest experience through visionary development, ethical practices, and a steadfast dedication to superior service,” said Jennifer Porter, president of Commonwealth Hotels, the hotel’s management company.

The Sonesta ES Suites Port Charlotte will be an upscale extended-stay hotel spanning four floors and offering 117 rooms with amenities including breakfast and dining services, an outdoor pool, fitness room, market pantry, guest laundry, onsite parking, and more. The location of the new hotel is close to over 20 colleges and universities, two hospitals, more than 70 parks and recreational spaces, more than 12 miles of beaches, 14 golf courses, and numerous other attractions.

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