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John Q. Hammons Hotels, Inc. Celebrates Opening of Residence Inn by Marriott(R) - Charleston Airport in South Carolina Property's Accommodations and Style Complements Historic City's Charm NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C., and SPRINGFIELD, Mo., Oct. 5 /PRNewswire- FirstCall/ -- Springfield, Mo.-based John Q. Hammons Hotels, Inc. (AMEX:JQH) yesterday debuted the opening of the new $15 million Residence Inn by Marriott(R) - Charleston Airport Hotel with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony and day-long grand opening celebration. The four-story, 150-suite property is owned by Mr. John Q. Hammons and managed by John Q. Hammons Hotels, Inc., the nation's leading independent builder, developer, owner and manager of upscale full-service hotels, resorts and suites. The ribbon-cutting ceremony included remarks from Keith Summey, Mayor of North Charleston; Bill Mead, regional vice president for John Q. Hammons Hotels and Michael Kapoulis, general manager of the Residence Inn by Marriott - Charleston Airport. Special guests attending the celebration included representatives of the City of North Charleston, Embassy Suites Hotel(R), Hilton Garden Inn, Courtyard by Marriott(R) North, the Chamber of Commerce, the North Charleston Convention and Visitors Bureau, as well as members of the community. Located at 5035 International Boulevard, the Residence Inn by Marriott - Charleston Airport provides convenient access to highway 526 and I-26 and is approximately two miles from Charleston International Airport. The property is strategically situated in a developing area of North Charleston. It also provides guests with easy access to the charming shops, restaurants, historical landmarks and entertainment experiences historic Charleston has to offer. The hotel's exterior was designed to reflect Charleston's distinctive historical architectural style, like Rainbow Row, and the interior decor features traditional furniture, accented with a flair of autumn colors. With 1,700 square feet of meeting space, consisting of three rooms and a large boardroom, the property is an ideal lodging and meeting option for small groups, leisure travelers, and extended stay guests. "With an exceptional staff, coupled with unparalleled first-class accommodations, I am confident the Residence Inn by Marriott - Charleston Airport will deliver a superior guest experience, while adding to the historical charisma the city offers its visitors," said Mr. John Q. Hammons, founder, chairman and chief executive officer of John Q. Hammons Hotels, Inc. "Sure to make a lasting impression, the Residence Inn provides a lodging option that is destined to make a positive impact on both the city's residents and its visitors," said Michael Kapoulis, general manager of the Residence Inn by Marriott - Charleston Airport. Area Information Charleston is often called a "living museum," due to its lovingly preserved houses and commercial buildings still in use today. The city's historic forts, including Ft. Moultrie and Ft. Sumter, have been at the turning point of some of the nation's most important events. Area plantations and gardens provide a fascinating glimpse into the history and natural beauty of the low country and offer a different perspective and interpretation of the area's antebellum culture and history. Within the city's historic churches, the first laws of the Carolinas guaranteed the widest measure of religious liberty in all of the 13 colonies. One of the most often mentioned reasons for visiting the Charleston area is the unique shopping. The city is full of indigenous local crafts, unique specialty shops and antiques, as well as a wide variety of high-end national retailers, including Saks Fifth Avenue. Recently named as one of the top 10 art destinations in the United States by American Style magazine, Charleston's thriving arts community provides the best in eclectic galleries and darkened theaters. Additionally, the best way to learn all of the rich history of the area is to embark on one of Charleston's many special interest sightseeing tours, taking guests on an unforgettable journey back in time. Property Information The Residence Inn by Marriott - Charleston Airport features a variety of amenities for both business and leisure travelers. Guests have the lodging options of a studio, one-bedroom or two-bedroom suite, all equipped with a sleeper sofa, living area with a color television, and a full kitchen that includes a refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, sink, a four-person place setting of dishes, and a cook top. The two-bedroom suites also provide guests an additional bathroom and a choice of two queen beds or three queen beds. Additionally, travelers are treated to a complimentary USA Today or local newspaper every morning and enjoy a daily complimentary hot breakfast and evening social. Guests also have access to a laundry facility, outdoor pool and whirlpool, tennis courts, cardio fitness center, and a business library outfitted with two desks, High-Speed Internet, a printer, books, games and a color television with a DVD player. Making a Reservation To make a hotel reservation or to book a group function, call (843) 266-2863, contact your travel agent or visit the hotel's Web site at http://www.jqhhotels.com/ . The hotel also can be booked under the following GDS codes: Amadeus CHSNOR, Apollo 72368, Sabre 59925 and Worldspan CHSNO. Company Information Publicly traded on the American Stock Exchange, Springfield, Mo.-based John Q. Hammons Hotels is the nation's leading independent builder, developer, owner and manager of upscale, full-service hotels, resorts and suites, including: Embassy Suites Hotels, Renaissance, Marriott, Radisson, Residence Inn, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Holiday Inn and Courtyard by Marriott brands. With 58 hotels strategically located near demand generators, such as state capitals, universities, airports, corporate headquarters or office parks in secondary and tertiary markets, John Q. Hammons Hotels' properties are dominant in their markets. The company's focus is capitalizing on positive operating fundamentals in the upscale, full-service sector, converting existing hotels to franchise brands and selling mature assets, while reinvesting the proceeds and reducing debt. Over the course of his impressive career in the hotel business, Mr. Hammons has developed 157 hotels. For more information about John Q. Hammons Hotels, please visit the company's Web site at http://www.jqhhotels.com/ . Website: http://www.jqhhotels.com DATASOURCE: John Q. Hammons Hotels, Inc. CONTACT: Scott Tarwater of John Q. Hammons Hotels, Inc., +1-417-873-3591, or ; or Molli Samuels, +1-972-628-7738, or , or Melissa Conger, +1-972-628-7756, or , both of Publicis Dialog, for John Q. Hammons Hotels, Inc.

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