Orioles Fans Find Extra Opening Day Space at Baltimore Hotel Suites

BALTIMORE, MD--(Marketwire - Mar 19, 2012) - As the thrill of "Let's Play Ball" echos across the nation, this year's season at Camden Yards will be a special one as Baltimore Orioles fans gear up for the regular season and the 20^th Anniversary celebration of Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

Booking in for the season opener on April 6, 2012 at nearby Camden Yards hotels, fans are preparing for the first three-game home series against the Minnesota Twins by taking advantage of spacious hotel suites in Baltimore. Conveniently located just a few minutes from the legendary Oriole Park, the Residence Inn Baltimore Downtown/Inner Harbor hotel shares in the excitement of the season and takes pride in providing guests with spacious accommodations for enjoying MLB action. As the countdown to the pennant begins, the Orioles will take to the field in new uniforms in celebration of Oriole Park's 20-year milestone; and for the first time since 1992, the team will play in an orange jersey for select home games. All of the team's jerseys will also feature a 20^th anniversary commemorative patch on the right sleeve.

The fun and exhilaration found at Camden Yards can be equaled to the rest and relaxation fans experience before and after the game at the Residence Inn. As a premier choice among Oriole Park hotels, this stylish and well-appointed baseball destination features studio, one- and two-bedroom suites so there's plenty of room for everyone whether traveling to the game with family or friends. Conveniently located in the heart of the city, this Baltimore suites hotel allows fans to stay in the midst of all the game day excitement while enjoying gracious accommodations. Each suite includes a contemporary and functionally designed kitchen and the hotel's attentive staff offers complimentary grocery shopping services so guests can feel right at home. On-site dining options include the energetic 17 Light Restaurant & Lounge, where guests find it easy to gather with family and friends over a lunch and dinner menu of great American classics. For a hearty morning start, an impressive breakfast buffet with healthy options is served up daily in the hotel's Hearth Room making it easy to fuel-up whether heading to Camden Yards or other nearby attractions.

Sports fans will rest easy while staying in one of the most comfortable hotels near Ravens Stadium and Orioles Park, as each suite includes plush new bedding topped with cotton-rich linens, an open floor plan for spacious living, two phones with voicemail service, complimentary wired, wireless and TV Internet access, premium movie channels and pay-per-view movie options and room service.

Orioles Opening Day accommodations at the Residence Inn can easily be booked online by clicking "Check Availability" at http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/bwihb-residence-inn-baltimore-downtown-inner-harbor/ or by calling 1-410-962-1220.

About the Residence Inn Baltimore Downtown / Inner Harbor Hotel
The Residence Inn Baltimore Downtown/Inner Harbor Hotel greets guests with a welcoming atmosphere and home-like accommodations near many of the city's most prominent business and leisure destinations. Located just steps from Baltimore's renowned waterfront shopping and restaurant district, the Baltimore Aquarium and Baltimore Convention Center, this full-service hotel is pet-friendly and ideal for family, group or extended-stay travel.