Starwood Announces Hotel Plans in Flushing

NEW YORK CITY-Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. reports it will open a dual-hotel development in two years time in Flushing that will feature a Four Points by Sheraton Flushing and Element Flushing properties.

Owned by Century Construction Group, the hotels, to open in September 2015, will be 10 minutes from LaGuardia Airport.

“This exciting, new project will combine our affordable and stylish Four Points brand with our eco-wise Element brand in one location within the vibrant borough of Queens,” states Brian McGuinness, senior vice president of Specialty Select Brands for Stamford, CT-based Starwood. “Travelers will enjoy two fresh options at an affordable price point, within close proximity of numerous New York City attractions.”

Four Points by Sheraton Flushing will feature 178 guest rooms, 1,585 square feet of meeting space and dining service. Element Flushing will offer 118 rooms, a select-service restaurant and 1,015 square feet of meeting space. The two hotels will share a 24-hour fitness center and heated indoor pool.

Four Points by Sheraton Flushing will be the brand's fourth hotel in New York City. Element Flushing will join Element New York Times Square West as the second Element in New York City.

“We are proud to partner with Starwood Hotels & Resorts to introduce both Four Points by Sheraton and Element to Flushing,” said George Xu, owner, Century Construction Group. “We anticipate that both hotels will be popular with incoming travelers who want the convenience of an airport hotel plus all the benefits of the Starwood Preferred Guest program.”