Marriott Brings Its Signature Brand To Houston’s Energy Corridor

February 16, 2010

DALLAS, TX – January 15, 2010 – Opening amidst some of Houston’s well-known energy companies, the 206-room Houston Marriott Energy Corridor, features the latest innovations of Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International’s performance-driven brand – from the lobby as social hub, to upgraded 24/7 fitness center, delectable dining and guest rooms with latest technology and signature bedding.

The Houston Marriott Energy Corridor is owned by Apple REIT and managed by Dallas based management company, Texas Western Hospitality. Rates range from $109 to $199. The hotel’s location adjacent to the I-10 Katy Freeway puts it in the heart of Houston’s Energy Corridor and convenient to Houston’s Galleria Mall, the Houston theater district and shopping at the Katy Mills Outlet Mall and LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch.

Marriott’s signature hotel lobby or great room is feature with various zones for socializing, independent work or relaxation, business meetings or simply having a meal. The guest room was designed with the business traveler in mind. The beds have headboards with reading lights and electrical outlets, Marriott’s luxury bedding, connectivity panel, flat-screen HD TVs, swivel work desk and Bath & Body Works toiletries.

Guests can relax by the hotel’s pool and outdoor bar which features fire pits, or gather at Derrick Bar featuring al fresco seating by a stunning waterfall backdrop. The signature Petroleum Restaurant serves “Texas inspired” cuisine, and guests who want a quick pick me up can visit the Starbucks in the hotel’s lobby.

The Houston Marriott Energy Corridor has 4,000 square feet of meeting space including panoramic views of the area around the hotel.

Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International’s iconic business brand and flagship,
inspires your best performance during travel and helps you work, relax and recharge in your own way, at nearly 500 hotels in 60 countries. Marriott continues to accommodate life on the road for discerning business and leisure travelers, offering warm, professional service; sophisticated yet functional guest room design; lobby spaces that facilitate working, dining and socializing; meeting and event spaces and services that are the gold standard; and expansive, 24-hour fitness facilities. All 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, visit www.marriott.com.

For more information and to make reservations call (281) 829-5525 or go to www.houstonmarriottenergycorridor.com