San Juan Marriott is First Non-smoking Hotel in Puerto Rico

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. October 14, 2008

SAN JUAN, PR, February 9, 2007. As of last week, February 1, 2007, the San Juan Marriott Resort and Stellaris Casino is officially a non-smoking hotel and the first in Puerto Rico to institute a no-smoking policy. The smoking ban will be instituted throughout the entire hotel, including the rooms, balconies, lobby, bar and restaurants, with the hotel's Stellaris Casino following suit on March 1st, 2007.

In October 2006, Marriott instituted its Smoke-Free Hotel Environment strategy representing the industry's largest move to a non-smoking environment. It encompassed all of the company's lodging brands in the United States and Canada, and was optional for Marriott's international properties. The San Juan Marriott has chosen to follow the corporate model.

"A lot of factors play in to making this decision. It's a combination of travelers becoming more health conscious and demanding smoke free rooms, Marriott's success with the institution of the program in the U.S. and Canada and the detrimental effects that smoking can have on hotel rooms. We just completed $35 million worth of renovations in 2006, and a second phase is planned for later this year. Combining these major renovations and upgrades with a no smoking policy will allow us to maintain the quality product our guests enjoy," commented General Manager Hans-Georg Rohrbein.

But the question now remains, what to do with all those ashtrays? The San Juan Marriott has come up with a few creative suggestions:

1. Candle Holder

2. Candy Dish

3. Cookie Cutter

4. Change or Jewelry Holder

5. Soap Dish

6. Coasters

7. Door Stopper

8. Cat Food Dish

9. Floating Drink Holder in the Pool

10. Decorative Wall Art

The San Juan Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino is located just five miles from the airport with immediate access to San Juan's fashionable shopping, dining, adventure, nightlife, historical and cultural landmarks. Experience a tropical beachfront setting, amazing picture perfect views along the Atlantic Ocean, multiple sundecks packed with palm trees, lounge chairs, hammocks and cabanas, a swim up bar and so much more. The San Juan Marriott provides a relaxing environment, luxurious guest rooms and suites, full casino, invigorating spa, two elaborate swimming pools, meeting facilities, six dining options and a lobby lounge for nighttime entertainment.