Courtyard Fact Sheet - Marriott News Center

FACT SHEETCOURTYARD BY MARRIOTTMarriott International, Inc.BRAND OVERVIEW:HISTORY:LOCATIONS:GLOBAL VISION:DESCRIPTION:Courtyard by Marriott hotels are designed for business and leisure travelerswho are motivated by success but also enjoy the break from routine thattravel offers. The Courtyard by Marriott guest balances achievement withenjoyment, and actively manages the demands of being on the road withthe pursuit of personal time. Courtyard is currently the world’s 12 th largestlodging brand with nearly 900 hotels in 35 countries.Courtyard was introduced by Marriott International in 1983 in the UnitedStates and, over the years, has been the leading choice in its lodgingcategory. The idea for Courtyard was conceived when MarriottInternational, Inc. (NYSE:MAR), decided to pursue travelers usingmoderate-tiered hotels.There are currently more than 800 Courtyard hotels within the UnitedStates and Canada. Outside of the U.S. and Canada, Courtyard byMarriott hotels are located in Australia, Austria, Barbados, Belgium,Canada, Cayman Islands, China, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, DominicanRepublic, Ecuador, El Salvador, France, Republic of Georgia, Germany,Hungary, India, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Mexico, The Netherlands, Panama,Poland, Puerto Rico, Russia, South Korea, Suriname, Sweden,Switzerland, Thailand, Trinidad & Tobago, Turkey, the United ArabEmirates, and United Kingdom. Future locations include Qatar, NewZealand, Scotland, Indonesia, Cambodia and Norway.Courtyard by Marriott aspires to be the global leader in lodging for travelerswho seek freedom and opportunity to disconnect from routine. Courtyardhas expanded into 35 countries globally, accommodating local customsand incorporating cultural differences to enhance the guest experience.Courtyard remains a brand that delivers superior returns to owners andfranchisees. Courtyard is poised to capture the mid-tier traveler who seeksto get the most out of their stay. The centerpiece of the brand is a completeredefinition of the lobby space. High tech and high touch meet high style inthis sophisticated environment that provides flexibility to work, relax, eat,drink and socialize all at one's own pace. The brand will expandinternationally by following Marriott International’s deluxe, full-service hotelsinto key markets and focusing on attracting regional customers.Courtyard hotels located outside the continental United States represent arange of international architectural styles and scale that is appropriate to itsmarket. Outside the U.S., Courtyard hotels are located in some of theworld’s most vibrant cities and suburban locations, and are convenient tomajor commercial centers and tourist attractions.

GUEST ROOMFEATURES:HOTEL FEATURES:BUSINESS FEATURES:MARRIOTT REWARDS:- Guestrooms are usually larger than those offered by other hotels in itssegment.- Standard rooms come with 1 king or 2 double beds and pull-out sofa- Separate seating area.- Large work desk with bright lighting.- Voice mail, remotely accessible.- In-room smoke detectors and sprinklers.- Double locks on doors.- Coffee makers in each room.- Complimentary wired Internet access (complimentary WiFi where available)- Public space evokes a residential feeling of scale and an ambience thatis casual and of high quality, allowing guests to feel relaxed, comfortableand welcome.- Indoor swimming pool in most locations; also outdoor where climatepermits.- Indoor whirlpool spa.- Well-equipped fitness center.- Food and beverage outlet, depending on geographic area- The Market, 24 hour shop for snacks, drink, sundries, etc.- On-site parking available, fee may apply.- Meeting rooms--extensive at many locations for groups of varying sizes.- Audio-visual equipment.- Food and beverage service.- Copy and fax services; free incoming faxes for all guests; free outgoingfaxes for Marriott Reward members.- Business center services--some 24 hours a day--at many locations.Marriott International’s award-winning, multi-brand frequent guest program,allows members to earn and redeem points for free stays at more than3,000 participating hotels worldwide, as well as for other excitingredemption opportunities such as cruises, airline tickets, and theme parktickets. Or, if members choose, they can elect to earn miles with 30different airlines. Travelers can enroll in Marriott Rewards at any MarriottInternational hotel, through a Marriott-appointed general sales agent,nearby Marriott Global Sales Office or by calling the local MarriottInternational toll-free telephone number.RESERVATIONS: Reservations can be made online at www.courtyard.com or via phone at 1-(800) 321-2211. Travelers outside the US, can call a local MarriottInternational toll-free reservation number, call a travel agent, or contact thenearest Marriott Global Sales Office or Marriott-appointed general sales agent.BRAND EXECUTIVE:WEBSITE:Janis Milham, Vice President & Global Brand Managerwww.courtyard.comFebruary 8, 2011CONTACT: Blake RouhaniTEL: (301) 380-5669FAX: (301) 897-9014E-MAIL: blake.rouhani@marriott.com