Best Western Brantford Hotel & Conference Centre celebrates 35 years in our community
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The Best Western Hotel has marked its 35th year this month as a staple in our community. Known for its friendly staff and open doors to all from travelers passing by, sports families who come from far and wide to business trips and all of the local guests who just needed a quick get-a-way.
The Hotel was originally built in 1968 under a different flag with 116 guest rooms.
In 1988, the hotel was acquired under the Best Western banner (now owned by DBP Properties) and has been growing and renovating throughout the years in order to offer quality comfort, elegant design and enjoyment to their guests.
In 1992 a new indoor pool, whirlpool and sauna was added. In 2003, the expansion with The Walter Gretzky wing opened adding 42 new guest suites, seven new meeting rooms, guest laundry, dining lounge and an outdoor patio. In 2005, the expansion of the Grand Ballroom was complete so that events holding up to 525 people for banquets and meals were readily available for any function.
“We couldn’t do it without our amazing staff and guests,” says Joanne Brooks, who started out at the front desk almost 27 years ago and is now general manager.
Backed by strong, loyal staff, the Best Western is proud to have deep roots with many employees working together for 10 years or more, several of whom started in grass roots positions, aiming to serve each guest like they were a guest in their own home.
“I am so proud of our team here; they make us what we are,” says Brooks. “I would like to thank every staff member as they are all a huge part of this team and our success. We are in the hospitality business because we truly care. I want to give an extra special thank you to our over 10-year employees.”
Randy: 42 years – maintenance team
Karen: 33 years – chef’s assistant supervisor
Brenda S.: 32 years – Myra’s Bar & Grill supervisor
Monica: 20 years – housekeeping
Rebecca:14 years – Myra’s bartender
Michelle: 13 years housekeeping supervisor
Tianna:11 years – meeting coordinator
Brenda L.: 10 years – office administrator
Come in for a visit, enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner at Myra’s Bar & Grill. Take a break and spend the night. Book a party for your next family event. The staff at Best Western Brantford are here for you.
Check out upcoming events for all your major holidays and celebrate with bestwesternbrantford.com or myrasbarandgrill.com.
This story was provided by Best Western Brantford Hotel & Conference Centre for commercial purposes.