Press Release: U.S. Franchise Systems
January 5, 2001
ATLANTA, GA -- Mataji, LLC and Atlanta-based US Franchise Systems (USFS), parent company of the franchisors of
the Best hotel chain, have opened Arkansas' second Best Inn & Suites at 2911 Gilmore Dr. in Jonesboro. There
is currently a Best property open in Fort Smith.
``The Best Inns & Suites in Jonesboro is a terrific addition to our chain of high-quality, mid-priced hotels
and evidence of our growing presence in Arkansas,'' commented Jon Leven, USFS' senior vice president of marketing.
The five-story, 108 room Best Inn & Suites in Jonesboro features single, double and suite accommodations, cable
television with CNN, ESPN and HBO, daily complimentary continental breakfast and outdoor pool. Guests can also
enjoy free local phone calls, membership in the Best Traveler frequent guest program and access to a nearby fitness
center. The hotel is conveniently located near I-63 and minutes from the NEA Fairgrounds and several local restaurants.
``We look forward to welcoming both business and leisure travelers to Arkansas' newest Best property,'' said Hank
Tyner, general manager of the hotel. Mataji, LLC also owns a Super 8 and Scottish Inn in Jonesboro, a Ramada Inn
in Paragould, Ark. and a Days Inn in Kennett, Mo.
For a healthier experience on the road, the new Best also features 20 EverGreen(TM) suites. Targeted to health-conscious
travelers, each EverGreen(TM) guestroom contains two aire cleaners, a filtered drinking system and filtered shower
system with massage head. There is a purified water system in the breakfast area.
As of Dec. 31, 2000, there were 173 Best Inns & Suites properties open or under construction nationwide. For
reservations, call 800-237-8466 (1-800-BEST-INN) toll-free, or visit www.bestinn.com
.
All Best hotels are independently owned and operated.
SOURCE: U.S. Franchise Systems