Courtyard by Marriott Celebrates Grand Opening in Seoul Namdaemun in South Korea

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. May 24, 2016

SEOUL, SK. May 24, 2016 - Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced the grand opening of Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun. The new Courtyard boast a refreshingly designed lobby area complete with complimentary Wi-Fi and media pods - perfect for conducting business or staying connected to family and friends while on the road. The 409-room hotel feature's Courtyard by Marriott's spacious and contemporarily designed guest rooms and suites that provide flexibility and choices to allow guests to optimize and elevate their travel experience.

As the global leader in the select service category, Courtyard has an understanding of business and leisure travelers alike, and the brand continues to explore and implement ways to meet and exceed the needs of every guest. Courtyard combines innovative technology with style and comfort to provide guests with the spaces they need to make the most of their time while traveling.

“Namdaemun is a cultural epicenter, combining the best of South Korea's tradition with innovation and technology.” said Mr. Rajeev Menon, Chief Operations Officer, Southeast Asia and Pacific, Marriott International. “As the first Courtyard by Marriott in Namdaemun, the property is designed to offer relaxing and functional spaces to accommodate guests and help them to be productive while they travel. We look forward to opening the doors to this new property and welcoming friends and guests from around the world.”

Courtyard's overall design is modern, contemporary, and thoughtful. Every room is equipped with premium amenities including 49 inch LED televisions, Courtyard labeled bedding, high-speed internet access, and floor-to-ceiling glass walls through which guests can enjoy a scenic view of national treasure No.1 Namdaemun and N Seoul Tower. The Namdaemun Suite on the 19th floor has an outdoor terrace where guests can enjoy the panoramic views of Seoul city, perfect for private functions and gatherings. The Executive Lounge is located on the 22nd floor, and exclusively offers guests complimentary breakfast, evening canapes, use of meeting rooms and snacks throughout the day.

Upon entering Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun guests are welcomed by an expansive atrium that allows natural sunlight to illuminate the lobby area. Attentive staff will eagerly greet guests and assist them with check-in and other requests. Guests can take advantage of dining at the Momo Cafe or enjoy a snack and a beverage at the Momo Lounge & Bar. The third floor features, five multi-functional meeting rooms which can comfortably accommodate up to 150 people for any occasion.

Centrally located in Namdaemun Jung-gu, the new property is close to all modes of transportation and tourist attractions including Namdaemun Market; Myeongdong; Deoksugung Palace and City Hall.

The Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun was constructed with nine environment-friendly products and as a result, holds a Green Building certificate.

About Courtyard by Marriott

Courtyard by Marriott features hotels with refreshing environments that help guests stay connected, productive and balanced while traveling. Courtyard is constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of the guests. The latest guest room design offers hybrid spaces that accommodate all aspects of a guests' stay. With more than 1,000 properties in more than 45 countries, Courtyard has the most locations of any brand in the Marriott International portfolio. For more information or reservations, visit www.courtyard.com or call Courtyard by Marriott Seoul Namdaemun directly at +82 2-2211-8111. Courtyard hotels proudly 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.

Contact:
Fanny Cheng
Marriott International
[email protected]
(852) 2192 6202