AMERICUS — Kim and Susan Egelseer, Americus Garden Inn Bed and Breakfast were selected as Best Innkeepers in the annual Best of BedandBreakfast.com Awards, 2010-2011. The Best of BedandBreakfast.com Awards are based upon a qualitative and quantitative review of the nearly 150,000 independent reviews submitted to BedandBreakfast.com, the leading online B&B directory and reservation network worldwide.

"BedandBreakfast.com surveys show that independent reviews are the most important factor when choosing a B&B. In fact, according to BedandBreakfast.com's most recent survey, 96 percent of consumers consider reviews to be somewhere between important and essential when selecting a place to stay, and 12 percent will not make a reservation at a property without them. We're delighted that inngoers concur thatAmericus Garden Inn Bed and Breakfast is deserving of its accolades from travelers,"explained BedandBreakfast.com's Sandy Soule,one of the most highly recognized authors and a spokesman for the B&B industry. "Clearly, Kim and Susan Egelseer earned stellar reviews from inngoers for its quality accommodations, breakfasts, amenities, and wonderful hospitality and service," commented Soule.

"It is truly an honor to be chosen for a Best of BedandBreakfast.com award for the second year in a row, and we truly appreciate our wonderful guests for taking the time to share their experiences at the Americus Garden Inn," said Susan Egelseer, Americus Garden Inn Bed and Breakfast owner/innkeeper. "Our guests have been incredibly generous with their comments about our hospitality, accommodations, breakfasts and attention to the details," said Kim Egelseer.  

Here are just a few excerpts from their reviews: "A lovely inn tucked away in a lovely town." "The friendliness, welcoming attitudes of Kim and Susan, and wonderful breakfast are all unmatched!" "Best B&B experience ever, all due to really caring and solicitous owners, Susan & husband, Kim!"

About the Americus Garden Inn Bed & Breakfast: Beautiful 1847 antebellum mansion, located less than three hours south of Atlanta, in the residential historic district of Americus, featuring eight spacious suites all with private in-room bath and king or queen beds. Situated on 1.5 acres, hundreds of perennials, shrubs and trees create a secluded garden paradise complimented by the meandering path, gazebo and koi pond. The Americus Garden Inn Bed and Breakfast provides a unique lodging experience in Americus that delights and impresses guests with gracious hospitality, impeccable cleanliness and creative, nutritious and delicious breakfast foods in comfortably elegant surroundings.

To learn more, visit www.americusgardeninn.com or call 229-931-0122.

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Earlier this year the Americus Garden Inn Bed & Breakfast was chosen for two TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice® awards: for the first time, one of the Top 10 Best Bed & Breakfast Inns in the World and for the fourth consecutive year, as one of the Top 10 Best Bed & Breakfast in the United States by TripAdvisor® in its 2010 Travelers’ Choice® awards. Now in its eighth year, the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice awards honor the world’s best hotels, earning their distinction from those who know them best — real travelers. TripAdvisor® Travelers' Choice® winners are based on the millions of real and unbiased reviews and opinions about hotels on tripadvisor.com™ and content from across the web. For the complete 2010 Travelers’ Choice list, go towww.tripadvisor.com/travelerschoice