Famous tabby has transformed Garfield-themed
rooms in select locations across the U.S.; offers fans a chance to
attend the world premiere of The Garfield Movie in Hollywood
DALLAS, April 26,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Motel 6, Proud
Sponsor of Pets™ and official hotel partner of "The Garfield
Movie," appointed its first-ever Chief Pet Officer to help
make traveling with pets easier, safer and, most importantly, more
fun. The world-famous and beloved orange tabby cat, Garfield, has
stepped into the role ahead of the new Columbia Pictures/Alcon
Entertainment animated film, debuting exclusively in movie theaters
on May 24.
"Garfield is well-known for his appreciation of naps, so he's an
expert when it comes to a comfortable night's rest," said
Adam Cannon, Chief Brand Officer of G6 Hospitality, parent company
of Motel 6 and Studio 6. "Motel 6 has been welcoming pets for free
for more than 60 years and is one of the top reasons guests stay
with us. Garfield will help take our love of our four-legged
friends to the next level."
"I love seeing myself on the big screen, so I figured, hey,
let's double down on my big break and take a new position as the
first-ever Chief Pet Officer for Motel 6. As you'll see in my new
movie, I know first-hand how good it feels to be welcomed with a
nice place to sleep," said Garfield, Chief Pet Officer, Motel 6.
"My first order of business was to design my own Garfield
Movie-themed rooms for all cats to enjoy, and one lucky winner will
get the chance to join me on the orange carpet at the premiere and
stay with three friends in my own suite, designed to look like me
and everything I love of course!"
Creating the Purr-fect Garfield
Suite
For his first order of business, Garfield put
his paw on the traveler experience, crafting his own premium suite
at Motel 6 Hollywood. A complete room transformation into an orange
oasis, all guests and their cats (or dogs) will appreciate this
immersive experience, complete with walls of orange fur and stripe
prints, a cat condo and tree, dog and cat amenities and plushies of
the beloved movie characters. "The Garfield Movie"-themed Suite in
Hollywood is available from
May 21 through mid-June by calling
the Motel 6 Hollywood at 323-464-6006. Rates start from
$149.99 plus tax.
Garfield is also transforming rooms into a unique "The Garfield
Movie"-themed experience at ten additional Motel 6 locations
nationwide to ensure cats (and dogs) are treated like royalty.
Guests can check out the list of participating locations and book
their Garfield-themed guest room through June 6 at www.Motel6Garfield.com.
Win Tickets to Join Garfield on the Orange Carpet
Pet
enthusiasts can enter for a chance to join Garfield on the orange
carpet at "The Garfield Movie" world premiere on Sunday, May 19, in Los
Angeles. One lucky winner and up to three guests will
receive tickets to the premiere, round-trip flights and a two-night
stay in "The Garfield Movie"-themed Suite at Motel 6 Hollywood for
their crew. In addition to the Grand Prize winner, twenty
runners-up will receive a $25 movie
gift card and a one-night stay voucher redeemable at any Motel 6
location of their choice. Now through May
10 at 12 p.m. (PDT),
applicants can enter for a chance to win at
www.Motel6Garfield.com.
"Through this creative and impressive campaign, Motel 6 will
certainly raise the bar for the ultimate pet experience with
Garfield's high standard seal of approval," said Jeffrey Godsick, EVP of Global Partnerships and
Brand Management and Head of Location Based Entertainment at Sony
Pictures Entertainment. "Who better to provide his expertise to
help pet travel be a little easier than everyone's favorite
pampered, Monday-hating, lasagna-loving indoor cat!"
Pet-Friendly Perks
All traveling pet parents can join
My6, a free discount program from Motel 6. My6 members save at
least 6% off every stay at Motel 6 locations across the
country and have access to hundreds of pet-related and travel
benefits.
Pets stay free at all Motel 6 locations across the
country. To learn more about how Garfield is making a
difference in his new role or to book a stay at Motel 6,
visit www.Motel6Garfield.com.
About Motel 6
Motel 6, an iconic brand synonymous with affordable lodging, has
franchised locations throughout the
United States and Canada.
Since 1962, Motel 6 has been known as the trusted place to find a
clean, comfortable room at a fair price. Pets always stay free at
Motel 6. The 2024 Entrepreneur Franchise 500® report ranked Motel 6
in the top 50 of all franchises. For more information, please visit
www.motel6.com. For franchise information, please visit
www.g6hospitality.com.
About The Garfield Movie
Garfield (voiced by
Chris Pratt), the world-famous,
Monday-hating, lasagna-loving indoor cat, is about to have a wild
outdoor adventure! After an unexpected reunion with his long-lost
father – scruffy street cat Vic (voiced by Samuel L. Jackson) – Garfield and his canine
friend Odie are forced from their perfectly pampered life into
joining Vic in a hilarious, high-stakes heist.
Directed by Mark Dindal.
Screenplay by Paul A. Kaplan &
Mark Torgove and David Reynolds. Based on the Garfield®
characters created by Jim Davis.
Producers are Broderick Johnson,
Andrew A. Kosove, John Cohen, Steven P.
Wegner, Craig Sost and
Namit Malhotra. Executive Producers
are Jim Davis, Scott Parish, Bridget
McMeel, David Reynolds,
Carl Rogers, Tom Jacomb, Crosby Clyse, Chris Pflug, Simon
Hedges, Louis Koo,
Steve Sarowitz and Justin Baldoni. The film features the voices of
Chris Pratt, Samuel L. Jackson, Hannah Waddingham, Ving
Rhames, Nicholas Hoult,
Cecily Strong, Harvey Guillén,
Brett Goldstein, Bowen Yang and Snoop Dogg.
Media Contact:
Jordyn Levine
(224) 509-5203
jordyn.levine@zenogroup.com
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