Residence Inn by Marriott is built around the concept of making guests feel at home, particularly those staying for several nights or extended periods. Whether traveling for business, relocating, or enjoying a family vacation, guests expect the convenience of a fully functional in-room kitchen that allows them to prepare meals and maintain their daily routines.

As part of the development of Residence Inn Coeur d'Alene, the property partnered with Transworld to outfit every suite with premium kitchen appliances from GE Appliances and Kenyon. The project included the installation of 107 refrigerators, 107 microwaves, and 107 electric cooktops, creating fully equipped kitchenettes that enhance guest comfort while providing reliable, hospitality-grade performance.

The Challenge

Extended-stay hotels require more than standard guest room amenities. Their kitchens become an essential part of the guest experience.

Home-Like Living

Guests staying multiple nights expect the flexibility to prepare meals, store groceries, and maintain routines similar to those they enjoy at home.

Durable Hospitality Equipment

Kitchen appliances in extended-stay environments experience daily use and must deliver dependable performance over many years.

Consistent Guest Experience

Every suite needed to provide the same high-quality appliances to ensure consistency throughout the property.

Efficient Space Utilization

The kitchen package needed to maximize functionality while fitting seamlessly into the suite design.

The Solution

To meet these objectives, Residence Inn Coeur d'Alene selected a complete kitchen appliance package featuring trusted brands known for quality and reliability.

Products Installed

Refrigeration

• Model: GE ENERGY STAR® 11.6 Cu. Ft. Top Freezer Refrigerator

• Part Number: GPE12FSKSB

• Finish: Stainless Steel

• Quantity Installed: 107 units

Microwave Ovens

• Model: GE 1.6 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave Oven

• Part Number: JNM3163RJSS

• Finish: Stainless Steel

• Quantity Installed: 107 units

Electric Cooktops

• Model: Kenyon Mediterranean 2-Burner Small Cooktop

• Part Number: B41596

• Voltage: 208V

• Quantity Installed: 107 units

Together, these appliances create fully functional kitchens that support the Residence Inn brand promise of comfortable, residential-style accommodations.

Why GE Appliances & Kenyon Cooktops?

ENERGY STAR® Refrigeration

The GE 11.6 cu. ft. refrigerator offers generous food storage capacity while meeting ENERGY STAR® efficiency standards, helping reduce operating costs without sacrificing performance.

Convenient Meal Preparation

The GE microwave provides guests with a fast and convenient way to prepare meals, reheat leftovers, or enjoy snacks throughout their stay.

Premium Kenyon Electric Cooktops

Kenyon cooktops are recognized throughout the hospitality industry for their compact design, dependable performance, and elegant appearance. Their smooth ceramic glass cooking surface is easy to clean while delivering precise cooking performance.

Designed for Hospitality

Each appliance was selected for its durability, ease of maintenance, and ability to withstand continuous use in an extended-stay environment.

Modern Kitchen Aesthetics

The stainless-steel GE appliances paired with Kenyon's sleek cooktop design create an upscale, contemporary appearance that complements the hotel's modern suite interiors.

Project Results

Enhanced Guest Comfort

Guests enjoy fully functional kitchens that make longer stays more convenient, allowing them to cook meals, store groceries, and feel more at home.

Residential-Style Experience

The complete kitchen package reinforces the Residence Inn brand by providing guests with amenities typically found in apartments or private residences.

Operational Reliability

Commercial-quality appliances from GE and Kenyon deliver dependable long-term performance while minimizing maintenance requirements.

Increased Guest Value

Well-equipped kitchen suites provide added value for business travelers, relocating families, sports teams, and guests staying for extended periods.

Consistent Guest Experience

Every suite offers the same high-quality kitchen amenities, ensuring consistency throughout the property.

By equipping every suite with GE ENERGY STAR® refrigerators, GE countertop microwaves, and Kenyon Mediterranean electric cooktops, Residence Inn Coeur d'Alene created a fully functional kitchen environment that enhances both guest comfort and operational efficiency.

This comprehensive kitchen package supports the Residence Inn extended-stay experience by providing travelers with the convenience, flexibility, and reliability they expect from a home away from home.

Plan Your Upgrade with Transworld

Looking to outfit a new build or refresh your existing rooms? Contact our hospitality technology products team directly for a free consultation. We’ll help you size, scope, and deliver the right in-room entertainment solution, on time and on budget, backed by hands-on support from our team from start to finish and beyond installation.

We’re happy to recommend the right mix of hospitality TVs, climate control hardware, and in-room tech for your next upgrade. We’ll help you plan the rollout, pricing, and timelines for your property portfolio.