Holiday Inn Express opens in Marília, Brazil  

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) is unveiling the Holiday Inn Express in Marília, São Paulo State, Brazil. The 102-room hotel is near Marília's center in the industrial district and also close to the airport, less than a mile away from the city's largest shopping center. The new building is among the first internationally-branded properties in Marília.

Alvaro Diago, COO, Latin America and Caribbean, IHG said: "Ever since the InterContinental brand came to Brazil in 1946, IHG properties have prospered here. We helped shape Brazil's hospitality industry, and thanks to close ties with our Brazilian partners, we are happy to be an integral part of the country's next stage of travel evolution."

Spanning seven stories, the Holiday Inn Express Marília hotel displays a modern design, focusing on sustainability, including wastewater treatment plans, energy-efficient systems, LED lighting and solar panels.

The hotel offers guests a comfortable, yet affordable stay with high-end, preferred guest upgrades to guarantee an unforgettable experience. The amenities include complimentary high-speed Internet access, a 24-hour fitness center, meeting spaces, a business center, and complimentary parking. Large desks with ergonomic chairs will be at the disposition of business travelers.

The complimentary Express Start breakfast bar features a full range of breakfast items, including meat selections and a rotation of egg, breads, pastries, fruit, cereals, yogurt, juices, coffee and also regional and local dishes.

Gerardo Murray, regional vice president, Distribution and Commercial Marketing, Mexico, Latin America and Caribbean, IHG: "The Holiday Inn Express brand was specially designed as a wise choice for value-conscious leisure and business travelers."