IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) has announced the opening of the Crowne Plaza Tulsa, Okla. The eleven-story, 286-room hotel underwent a conversion from a Hilton and features newly redesigned guestrooms and public spaces.

Located at 7902 South Lewis Ave., the 286-room Crowne Plaza Tulsa - Southern Hills offers a range of amenities, including complimentary wireless Internet in guest rooms, king beds with pull-out sofas, a fitness center, business center and an all-seasons indoor pool.

The hotel’s food and beverage offering includes Legends Grill; a casual restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. For breakfast, the Legends Grill features a buffet and made-to-order eggs and omelets. The Falls Lounge offers dinner and cocktails. Other amenities include onsite complimentary parking and complimentary shuttle service.

The property also features 13,000 square feet of meeting space with five total ballrooms. The space can be configured into as many as six meeting rooms for smaller meetings. A signature comprehensive meetings programme consists of three key components: a Two-Hour Response Guarantee, a Crowne Meetings Director and a Daily Meetings Debrief.

“We’re pleased to bring the Crowne Plaza brand to the Tulsa area, especially in such a convenient location for business travelers,” said Gina LaBarre, vice president, Americas Brand Management, IHG.

“There are several major employers in the area that will benefit from the meetings-savvy products and services that only a Crowne Plaza can provide.”

For travellers who want to experience Tulsa’s entertainment and recreational activities, the hotel is near the Oklahoma Aquarium, Jenks Riverwalk Crossing, Tulsa Hills Shopping Center, River Spirit Casino, Southern Hills Country Club and Turkey Mountain that has hiking and biking trails

“A significant investment is being made to make the hotel ready for business and leisure travellers who expect an upscale Crowne Plaza experience,” said Felicia McGee, general manager. “The hotel is great for business and leisure travelers with upgraded guestrooms and amenities that provide a comfortable, relaxing stay.”

The Crowne Plaza Tulsa - Southern Hills is independently owned by McSam Hotels and operated by Packard Management Group.