Marriott Opens Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour Hotel; Property is First Marriott Hotel in Victoria, British Columbia

WASHINGTON, Apr 27, 2004 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) has announced that the first Marriott hotel in Victoria, British Columbia, the Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour, opened today. The 236- room property is located at 728 Humboldt Street and is the first phase of a newly constructed mixed-use development that will include a 164-suite residential building and a third tower, currently in the design phase.

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"The Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour is part of Marriott's strategy to grow our brands coast to coast across Canada," said Alain Piallat, president, Marriott Hotels of Canada. "With the combination of a growing economy, increased tourism and greater business spending, the Canadian market offers great opportunities and impressive possibilities for exciting hotel growth."

"We're very proud to bring the Marriott brand to Victoria and the Vancouver Island area," said Francis Mairet, general manager, Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour. "This is a modern, fresh hotel tailored to doing business, yet it tips its hat to Victoria's rich heritage and tradition. We look forward to welcoming corporate and leisure travelers, conferences and social groups, who are sure to enjoy everything this wonderful destination has to offer."

Business travelers, families and couples can experience the new hotel with a special introductory rate of $119 (CAD) per person, per day (based on double occupancy). * The special "Grand Opening Rate" is available April 27 through June 30, 2004, and can be reserved by visiting marriott.com or calling the hotel directly. The Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour is located in the heart of Victoria and is just steps away from the city's business district and the Victoria conference center. Major attractions nearby include Butchart Gardens, Craigdarroch Castle and the Royal British Museum. The 16-story hotel is jointly owned by Ocean Properties and Concert Properties, and is managed by Atlific Hotels & Resorts.

Ideal for both business and social occasions, the Victoria Marriott offers 5,000 square feet of meeting and conference space, including the 2,916-square- foot Pacific ballroom, divisible into two separate rooms. Technological capabilities include wireless high-speed Internet access in all public spaces, and a self-service business center is also available to meet guests' needs.

Guest rooms have a fresh residential feel and offer dramatic views overlooking the Olympic Mountains, Pacific Ocean and the city of Victoria. All rooms feature the signature "Marriott Bed," with quilted-top mattresses, upgraded down blankets, oversized comforters and feather pillows. Amenities include complimentary high-speed Internet access, individual climate control, two-line telephones with voice mail and data ports, cable television with pay- per-view movies, in-room coffee and tea service, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, and a work desk with ergonomic desk chair.

The hotel's signature restaurant, Fire and Water, is a classic Fish and Chop House serving fine cuts of beef and fresh Pacific seafood for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can also enjoy cocktails, appetizers and light snacks in the hotel's lounge area. Other hotel features include room service, gift shop, laundry valet service, state-of-the-art fitness center, indoor lap pool and hot tub. A concierge level with upgraded amenities and concierge lounge serving daily continental breakfast and cocktails is also available.

For more information or reservations, contact the Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour at (250) 480-3800, call the Victoria Marriott Reservations at (866) 306-5451, or visit www.marriott.com. Marriott Hotels & Resorts properties participate in the Marriott Rewards(R) frequent guest program, offering members a choice of points towards a free vacation or frequent flier miles for every dollar they spend at Marriott International hotels and resorts. With more than 2,400 participating hotels and almost 20 million members, Marriott Rewards is the world's most popular frequent guest program and features more resorts, on-site golf and spas than any other hotel company.

MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL, INC. (NYSE: MAR) is a leading worldwide hospitality company with over 2,700 lodging properties in the United States and 68 other countries and territories. Marriott International operates and franchises hotels under the Marriott, JW Marriott, The Ritz-Carlton, Renaissance, Residence Inn, Courtyard, TownePlace Suites, Fairfield Inn, SpringHill Suites and Ramada International brand names; develops and operates vacation ownership resorts under the Marriott Vacation Club International, Horizons, The Ritz-Carlton Club and Marriott Grand Residence Club brands; operates Marriott Executive Apartments; provides furnished corporate housing through its Marriott ExecuStay division; and operates conference centers. Marriott is also in the synthetic fuel business. The company is headquartered in Washington, D.C., and has approximately 128,000 employees. In fiscal year 2003, Marriott International reported sales from continuing operations of $9 billion. For more information or reservations, please visit our web site at www.marriott.com.

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*Package based on double occupancy and subject to availability. Other restrictions, including blackout dates may apply. Taxes and fees not included. Not applicable to groups of 10 or more rooms and cannot be combined with any other offer.

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Matthew Carroll of Marriott International, +1-301-380-8331,
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