La Quinta Inn & Suites opened its second Plano hotel Aug. 2 at 6624 Communications Parkway. The four-story hotel features 106 rooms, a swimming pool and business and fitness centers. The hotel’s lobby and great room can also serve as a multifunctional area for social gatherings. The company has 34 hotels in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Its other Plano location is at 4800 W. Plano Parkway. 214-265-8900. www.laquintadallasplanowest.com