Courtyard In Norwood, MA Opens New Lobby Concept

New Design Features High Tech GoBoard®, Flexible Work and Social Spaces and a 24/7 Food and Beverage Market.

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. September 20, 2010

September 17, 2010 - Norwood, MA - September 17, 2010 - Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) announced that the 148-room Courtyard by Marriott located at 300 River Ridge Drive in Norwood, MA completed a major renovation of its lobby, restaurant, meeting space and guest rooms. The hotel will feature 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.

Located 14 miles from Logan International Airport and 35 miles from TF Green International Airport, the Courtyard Boston Norwood offers guests convenient access to downtown Boston, Gillette Stadium, Legacy Place Dedham and Patriot Place.

“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 high-definition 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.

“Our new lobby fuses functionality, aesthetics, technology and the right mix of service to offer our guests greater control of their environment” said Michael Canini, General Manager, Courtyard Boston Norwood. “Our magnificent new living space provides the flexibility to work, eat, drink and socialize all at one's own pace. Our new re-invention is more than just state-of-the-art products our guests said they want from us, it's about moving from transactions to connections and empowering our associates with the tools to deliver the best service in the industry.”

The restaurant will be completely renovated with The Bistro, 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.

The new guest rooms have been redesigned with the addition of new carpeting, draperies, bedding and furniture. The Courtyard Boston Norwood guest rooms feature either a king-size bed, two queen-size beds, a seating area with sofa bed or oversized chair, a 32” HD flat screen television, a large, well-lit work desk, two telephones and complimentary high-speed Internet access. Other in-room amenities include coffee maker, hair dryer, iron with ironing board, and cable television with a free premium movie channel.

For group customers, the Courtyard Boston Norwood offers 1,490 square feet of completely renovated meeting space to accommodate meetings and functions of up to 80 people. Other guest facilities and services include an indoor swimming pool and whirlpool spa, a fitness center, Starbucks coffee, guest laundry and business center with faxing/copying.

For more information or reservations, call the Courtyard Boston Norwood hotel directly at 781-762-4700 or visit the web site at www.marriott.com/bosnw.

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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