Red Roof has opened its 700th property, the 86-room, new-build Red Roof PLUS+ Jamaica in Jamaica, NY.
“This is a critically important time for our brand as we evolve to meet changing needs and expectations of our franchisees and guests,” said Zack Gharib, Red Roof president. “There is continued demand for Red Roof, and [this opening] demonstrates our commitment to elevate the brand and create a consistent experience and great value for our guests, our franchisees and our communities.”
The new hotel, owned by Steven Mendel of RiverBrook Hospitality, opened following an investment of more than $20 million. Mendel is a veteran hotelier with 15 years in the hospitality business.
The pet-friendly property is located four miles from JFK International Airport. It is close to a number of Queens landmarks and destinations, including Resorts World Casino, the King Manor Museum, Flushing Meadows-Corona Park, Queens Zoo, New York Hall of Science, Jamaica Colosseum Mall, The USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, Aqueduct Racetrack and Citi Field.
The new interior-corridor hotel offers free Verified WiFi, a business center, free continental breakfast, free coffee in the lobby, a fitness facility, free parking and paid guest laundry facilities. Guestrooms feature flat-screen TVs, microwaves, mini-refrigerators and in-room coffeemakers. Premium rooms offer an enhanced coffee experience, a snack box, a larger flat-screen TV, Love Your Linens bedding and spa-inspired bathrooms.
