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CONTACT: Logan Shinn
General Manager, Courtyard Tucson Williams Centre
(520) 745-6000
logan.w.shinn@marriott.com
COURTYARD IN TUCSON, ARIZONA COMPLETES A MAJOR LOBBY RENOVATION
New Design Features High Tech GoBoard®, Flexible Work and Social Spaces and a
24/7 Food and Beverage Market
Tucson, Arizona - March 7, 2012 - Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR)
announced that the 153-room Courtyard by Marriott located at 201 South
Williams Boulevard in Tucson, Arizona has completed a major renovation of its
lobby. The hotel now features the brand's new Refreshing Business lobby
concept, designed to give travelers the flexibility to work and socialize however
they choose while on the road.
"From day one, Courtyard has prided itself as a brand that listens to what travelers want
from a hotel," said Janis Milham, vice president, Global Brand Manager, Courtyard by
Marriott. "Guests want more control and choice with services and amenities that create
a healthy balance between working and relaxing. We redefined the Courtyard lobby so it
invites guests to get out of their rooms to work, socialize or for entertainment, whether
traveling alone or with colleagues."
The open, bright and contemporary new Courtyard hotel lobby welcomes guests with
vivid contrasting colors, including blue, green, orange and red. The traditional front desk
is replaced with separate welcome pedestals to create more personal and private
interactions when guests check in. This will allow staff to move about to show guests
the lobby features and provide assistance. Flexible seating options range from a
communal table in the middle of the action, to more private media booths with highdefinition
televisions, to a more intimate, semi-enclosed lounge area.
A signature element of the new lobby is the exclusive GoBoard® technology, a 52-inch
LCD touch screen packed with local information, maps, weather, and news, business
and sports headlines. Guests can navigate using the touch screen to find restaurants,
local attractions and directions.
Guests can connect to free WiFi and there are ample electrical outlets throughout the
lobby to power digital devices. The enlarged business library features several
complimentary computer terminals along with a free printer and separate computer
stations dedicated to printing airline boarding passes and checking flight status.
Dining has been completely redesigned with The Bistro - Eat. Drink. Connect.; offering
casual, flexible seating; easier access to food and higher quality, healthier menu options
for breakfast; and light evening fare, including snacks, wine and beer so guests can
unwind. The MarketTM, a 24/7 shop for snacks, beverages and sundries, is always open
for late-night cravings or the toothpaste you forgot to pack.
Green has been Courtyard's signature color since Marriott launched the brand 25 years
ago. Now it is even greener with the introduction of a guest recycling program for the
environment. Receptacles for paper, glass, plastic and metal will be conveniently located
by side exits.
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Courtyard by Marriott offers a refreshing environment that helps guests stay connected,
productive and balanced. Intuitive services and design accommodate guests' needs for
choice and control. With more than 860 locations in 30 countries, Courtyard is Marriott's
largest brand. All Courtyard by Marriott hotels participate in the award-winning Marriott
Rewards frequent travel program that allows members to earn hotel points or airline
miles for every dollar spent during each stay. For more information, including guest
guided video tours of the new lobby and the latest brand information, visit
www.gocourtyard.com. For reservations, go to www.courtyard.com or contact a travel
professional.
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