Autograph Collection Hotels, Marriott International’s distinctive portfolio of independent hotels, is welcoming four properties to its portfolio, in the U.S., Canada, Costa Rica and South Korea. Autograph Collection Hotels’ global portfolio consists of 96 hotels worldwide.

Launched in 2010, Autograph Collection Hotels is a pioneer in the independent hotel space and has grown both aggressively and selectively from less than five hotels to over 90 in just five years – making it not only Marriott International’s fastest growing brand, but one of the fastest growing hotel brands in the industry.

“We are very pleased to welcome these properties to our rapidly growing and diverse global portfolio,” said Julius Robinson, Vice President & Global Lead, Autograph Collection Hotels. “2015 was an exciting year for Autograph Collection Hotels with over 15 new hotels joining the portfolio, and we are looking forward to continued success in 2016 and beyond.”

The Collection’s latest additions include:Annapolis Waterfront Hotel in Maryland, Hotel Saskatchewan in Canada, The Camby Hotel in Phoenix, Arizona and The Plaza in Seoul, South Korea.