Atlanta's New Sky Bridge Connects Marriott Marquis and Hilton Atlanta
FEBRUARY 3, 2009 - Atlanta Marriott Marquis and Hilton Atlanta have made an award winning meeting connection with a striking new pedestrian sky bridge linking the nation's two top brands in the heart of Peachtree Center. Soaring 20' high above Courtland Street between Harris and Baker Streets, the expansive 107' long, 8' wide bridge promises planners and attendees a seamless convention experience. The new access will provide a combined 279,000 square feet of meeting space and 2,800 rooms all under one roof in the center of one of the most desirable and accessible convention destinations.
"There is an electrifying synergy created from the sky bridge and the fact that two of our nation's top brands are connected with one goal in mind: being able to host the highest value conventions, meetings and events in the city of Atlanta," stated Atlanta Marriott Marquis Director of Sales and Marketing, Keith Hensley. Hilton Atlanta Director of Sales and Marketing, Edd Karlan said, "In the spirit of partnership and hospitality, the backbone of our two brands, we join together with our clients in mind."
The anticipated completion for the bridge is March 2009 and both hotels will celebrate with an official ribbon cutting shortly thereafter.
Atlanta Marriott Marquis, Atlanta's largest hotel completed a $138 million dollar transformation, masterfully blending modern chic with timeless comfort. It is home to more than 160,000 square-feet of meeting space, and the world's largest atrium, soaring 47-stories, complimented by 1,663 exquisitely designed guest rooms and 94 suites. To book a meeting, please call (404) 521-0000, (800) 780-0983, or visit www.atlantamarquis.com
The Hilton Atlanta has completed the first phase of a multi-phase multi-million dollar refurbishment project. All 1,226 spacious guest rooms and suites, designed in classic style received new fixtures and furnishings. This popular meeting venue boasts more than 119,000 square-feet of function space, 55 meeting rooms, and award-winning restaurants. To book a meeting, please call 404-659-2000, or visit www.atlanta.hilton.com.
Both hotels are located only 10 miles from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, and within close proximity to the Georgia World Congress Center, Phillips Arena, Georgia Dome, Turner Field, World of Coca Cola, and the Georgia Aquarium.
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