SPRINGFIELD, Mo.� July 24, 2002 � Springfield,
Mo.-based John Q. Hammons Hotels, Inc. (AMEX: JQH) today announced two
of its properties have been reflagged as Marriott hotels. The Coral
Springs Marriott Hotel, Golf Club & Convention Center in Florida and
the Houston Hobby Marriott were rebranded in early July, after undergoing
renovations. Both properties are owned and managed by John Q. Hammons
Hotels, the nation�s leading independent builder, developer, owner and
manager of upscale full-service hotels, resorts and suites.
�There is a long history of successful partnerships between Marriott
and John Q. Hammons Hotels,� said Mr. John Q. Hammons, founder, chairman
and chief executive officer of John Q. Hammons Hotels, Inc. �Converting
these hotels to Marriott properties further enhances this partnership and
will prove beneficial for guests, the properties, John Q. Hammons Hotels
and Marriott.�
Formerly the Radisson Hotel and Conference Center Hobby Airport Houston,
the Houston Hobby Marriott underwent an extensive $4.5 million renovation
prior to the conversion. In the signature style of John Q. Hammons
Hotels, a cascading waterfall was added to the 10-story atrium hotel lobby,
as well as an expanded glass-domed entrance.
The renovation also included upgrades to the public areas with the installation
of luxurious materials and features such as stonework, cherry wood, marble,
cobalt blue carpet and light fixtures. The exterior of the hotel
also was updated with a new roofline design, as well as color and detail
changes.
�As a John Q. Hammons Hotels property, we have always upheld the highest
standards, scrutinizing every detail of operations and property aesthetics
to please even the most discriminating guest,� said Mark C. Arnold, general
manager of the Houston Hobby Marriott. �Converting to the Marriott
brand supports this philosophy and allows us to maintain recognition for
quality and superior service.�
Situated on the Tournament Players Club at the celebrated Heron Bay
golf course, the Coral Springs Marriott Hotel, Golf Club & Convention
Center was formerly the Radisson Resort Coral Springs. Prior the
conversion, the 3-year-old hotel underwent renovations totaling $80,000.
These upgrades included adding duvet covers and dust ruffles in the hotel�s
224 guestrooms and making improvements to the concierge lounge.
�In a competitive tourist market such as Coral Springs, it is imperative
to be associated with a name that is not only top of mind with consumers,
but one that is synonymous with first-class service and standards,� said
Basil Trowbridge, general manager at the Coral Springs Marriott Hotel,
Golf Club & Convention Center. �Reflagging our hotel as a Marriott
property provides us the opportunity to continue to provide guests with
unmatched service and accommodations. It is with great pride that
we become a part of the Marriott family.�
The Houston Hobby Marriott and the Coral Springs Marriott Hotel, Golf
Club & Convention Center participate in Marriott�s award-winning Marriott
Rewards® frequent guest program. Members earn their choice of
points toward free vacations or frequent flyer mileage for dollars spent
at more than 2,100 Marriott hotels worldwide.
Houston Hobby Marriott Property Information
Located at 9100 Gulf Freeway, the Houston Hobby Marriott offers a variety
of amenities in its 287 guest rooms, including Neutrogena bath products,
in-room coffee and tea service, hair dryer, down comforter duvets, cable
television with Showtime and Nintendo 64. The hotel also offers complimentary
parking, a retail shop, and a new health and fitness center, which features
an indoor pool, whirlpool, outdoor sun deck, exercise room, complimentary
towels and bottled water. Guests can enjoy meals at two of the hotel�s
restaurants, the Atrium Restaurant and Damon�s Clubhouse. Bluez,
the newly decorated lobby bar, also offers cocktails and hors d� oeuvres
and specialty coffees from Starbucks®.
The hotel�s 21,500 square feet of meeting space, including 13 meeting
rooms, a Gulf Coast Ballroom and a Junior Ballroom, makes it an ideal location
for a variety of corporate meetings and events. All meeting rooms
are equipped with high-speed Internet access and a state-of-the-art business
center, as well as an onsite audiovisual technician.
Coral Springs Marriott Hotel, Golf Club & Convention Center
Property Information
Conveniently located at 1775 Heron Bay, just 20 miles from the Fort
Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, the Coral Springs Marriott
Hotel, Golf Club & Convention Center is on an 18-hole golf course designed
by PGA Tour player Mark McCumber and set among Florida�s Everglades.
The course has been named one of Golf Magazine�s �Top Ten Places You Can
Play,� and has hosted the annual Honda Classic Tournament from 1997 to
2002. The golf course at Heron Bay also is a certified Audubon Cooperative
Sanctuary, providing a showcase for a various species of migratory and
indigenous birds.
The hotel�s seven-story atrium features a Mediterranean style décor
complete with cascading waterfalls and fountains. Guests can enjoy
a variety of amenities including a fitness center, whirlpool, sauna, game
room and heated outdoor pool. Guestrooms are equipped with two-line telephones,
cable television with pay-per-view movies, in-room coffee and tea service,
hair dryer and ironing board. The hotel�s suites feature a wet bar,
refrigerator, microwave oven and a concierge floor with a staffed private
lounge. The hotel also offers three dining options onsite, including
the full-service restaurant, The Links at Heron Bay, Bogey�s atrium lounge,
and the Grille at Heron Bay, located in the golf clubhouse.
Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR), a leading worldwide hospitality
company celebrating its 75th Anniversary in 2002, has over 2,600 operating
units in the United States and 64 other countries and territories.
Publicly traded on the American Stock Exchange (AMEX: JQH), Springfield,
Mo.-based John Q. Hammons Hotels, Inc. is the nation�s leading independent
builder, developer, owner and manager of upscale full-service hotels, resorts
and suites including: Embassy Suites, Renaissance, Marriott, Radisson,
Crowne Plaza, Residence Inn, Homewood Suites, Holiday Inn and Hampton Inn
& Suites brands. |