Best Western International announces the opening of the newlyremodeled Best Western Posada Royale Hotel and Suites at 1775 Madera Road in Simi Valley.

This boutique hotel has 119 rooms, including 22 suites, and features a full-breakfast buffet with an omelet station and a weekday evening wine reception in the lobby.

Guests receive complementary wireless high-speed Internet access, free local telephone calls up to 30 minutes and coffee/tea service in all rooms. Each room is equipped with a microwave, mini-refrigerator and granite vanity and countertops. Complementary ewspapers are provided daily at the front desk.

Guests may enjoy the outdoor heated swimming pool and Jacuzzi, fitness center and laundry facility. The convenient business center provides printer, fax, and copy services at no charge. The ballroom and courtyard area can accommodate up to 220 people.

Rates start at $155 per night. Guests can call the hotel for special packages and group discounts.

Reservations may be booked by calling Best Western International's 24-hour, toll-free reservations number at (800) WESTERN or by going online at www.bestwestern.com. CANTALO

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