Marriott International News Page 44
Marriott Hotels expands portfolio in China
Marriott Hotels has expanded its portfolio in China with the latest opening of the 340-room Shenzhen Marriott Hotel Nanshan in Shenzhen. Under a long-term management agreement with its owner Centralcon, the hotel is situated in the top floors of SCC Building, an iconic landmark that offers an exceptional 360 degree view of the spectacular sea and city landscape.
Marriott International expands Mobile Requests to new brands
Marriott International is expanding Mobile Requests, the industry-leading two-way chat feature on its Mobile app to four additional brands – JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Autograph Collection, Renaissance Hotels and Marriott Executive Apartments. Originally launched at select Marriott Hotels, Mobile Requests is also now available at Marriott Hotels across the globe and is being rolled-out at Courtyard and Residence Inn properties in the Middle East, Latin America and Asia.
Marriott merges with Starwood in $12bn deal
Marriott International and Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide have announced that the boards of directors of both companies have unanimously approved a definitive merger agreement under which the companies will create the world’s largest hotel company. The transaction combines Starwood’s leading lifestyle brands and international footprint with Marriott’s strong presence in the luxury and select-service tiers, as well as the convention and resort segment, creating a more comprehensive portfolio.
Marriott Executive Apartments defends World Travel Awards crown
Marriott Executive Apartments has been named as Thailand’s Leading Serviced Apartment Brand for the second consecutive year at the 2015 World Travel Awards. The annual award was voted by worldwide travel and tourism professionals and established to recognise, acknowledge and reward excellence in the travel and tourism industry, which the organisation has demonstrated throughout the year.
Autograph Collection Hotels welcomes threw new properties
Autograph Collection Hotels, Marriott International’s distinctive portfolio of independent hotels, has welcomed three more one-of-a-kind US properties to its portfolio. Autograph Collection Hotels’ global portfolio consists of 93 hotels worldwide, bringing the brand even closer to welcoming its 100th property.
Marriott Executive Apartments welcomes Addis Ababa property
Marriott International, in partnership with Sunshine Business, has opened Africa’s first Marriott Executive Apartments in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The Marriott Executive Apartments Addis Ababa will appeal to both business and family travellers with 108 fully serviced apartments offering space, ambience and the privacy of residential living enabling a comfortable stay away from home.
Marriott set to open serviced apartments in Africa
Marriott International is planning to open Africa’s first Marriott Executive Apartments in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The Marriott Executive Apartments Addis Ababa will appeal to both business and family travelers with 108 fully serviced apartments offering space, ambiance and the privacy of residential living enabling a comfortable stay away from home.
Renaissance Hotels continue Asia Pacific expansion
Marriott International is further expanding its business in China with the opening of the Renaissance Suzhou Wujiang Hotel in Shengze, an ancient city with a modern and thriving economy. The new hotel is the first international hospitality brand in the area and the 19th Renaissance branded property to open in China.
Autograph Collection enters Greece
Autograph Collection Hotels is celebrating further expansion across Europe and the brand’s entry into a new territory with the announcement of Domes of Elounda, Crete joining the Collection.
Marriott expands South Africa property portfolio
Marriott International has continued to expand its footprint across the African continent by announcing the signing of two new properties in South Africa, in partnership with The Amdec Group. Expected to open by February 2018, the 150-room Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch and 200-unit Marriott Executive Apartments Johannesburg Melrose Arch will be located in the Melrose Arch precinct in Johannesburg.
Marriott International debuts in Chongqing
Marriott International has opened its first hotel under the flagship Marriott brand in Chongqing. With 341 well-appointed rooms located on the30th to 48th floor of one of the city’s landmarks, Guorui Centre, the Chongqing Marriott Hotel overlooks a scenic area in the city and is close to business activities, enabling guests to explore the city conveniently.
Autograph Collection welcomes The Grand Bohemian Hotel Charleston
Autograph Collection Hotels is welcoming the newest hotel from The Kessler Collection to its portfolio – Grand Bohemian Hotel Charleston in South Carolina. With 89 hotels worldwide and growing, Autograph Collection anticipates welcoming its 100th hotel by the end of 2015.