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Hilton is now welcoming "long-stay guests, including traveling nurses and relocating workers" looking for accommodations for 10 nights or more.
On Tuesday, the hospitality company debuted "the first hotel of a game-changing new extended-stay brand, LivSmart Studios by Hilton" in Tullahoma, Tenn.
The company said it chose the city for its 89-room property due to "its leadership in flight and aviation research and nearby cultural attractions."
"Hilton has a long track record of building innovative, category-leading brands that meet the evolving needs of guests and deliver strong value for owners," Chris Silcock, Hilton president of global brands and commercial services, said in a statement.
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"LivSmart Studios represents the latest chapter in our growth strategy as we expand our extended-stay presence with a product designed for longer stays. The debut of this new brand reinforces our commitment to offering a Hilton experience for every traveler and every stay occasion," he concluded.
LivSmart Studios is the result of "extensive research and a deep understanding of the evolving needs of long-stay travelers and hotel owners alike," Hilton said in a media release.
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The studio-apartment-like rooms offer kitchenettes and the property has a laundry room, gym and outdoor patio with grills.
The location in Middle Tennessee will be joined by the brand's second in Kokomo, Indiana, later this summer.
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"LivSmart Studios was born from a bold vision to meet the growing demand for accessible, high-quality accommodations tailored for longer stays," Isaac Lake, brand leader, LivSmart Studios by Hilton, said in a statement.
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"The opening of our first property in Tullahoma marks a significant milestone in bringing that vision to life. As the brand continues to grow, we look forward to expanding into more communities and setting a new standard for long-stay hospitality," he concluded.
