Blossoms Are In Bloom at Metro Center Hotel in Downtown Washington, DC

WASHINGTON, DC--(Marketwire - Mar 29, 2012) - As the official hotel sponsor of The National Cherry Blossom Festival, Washington Marriott at Metro Center is proud to announce their participation in the "City in Bloom" campaign. Running through April 27, the hotel will be washed in a pink glow with bright exterior lighting and cherry blossom decals throughout the inside and outside of the building. The hotel near Penn Quarter Washington, DC will also be offering specialty cherry infused items on Fire & Sage's "Cherry Picks" menu, designed to spread the spirit of the festival and tantalize guests' taste buds for the five-week Centennial Celebration.

"The National Cherry Blossom Festival is the nation's greatest springtime celebration and we are proud to be a hotel sponsor and join the city in celebrating its 100^th year," said Meg Bobinski, General Manager of Washington Marriott at Metro Center.

Some of the specialty "Cherry Picks" menu items at this restaurant near Metro Center include fresh cherry muffins, a daily entrée special of roasted beef tenderloin with dried cherry demi-glaze, and warm cherry chocolate brownies with cinnamon ice cream. Drink specials include Cherry Mania, a cherry martini made with cherry infused vodka; the Cherry Blast, a cocktail made with cherry infused whiskey; in addition to the popular Sam Adam's seasonal Cherry Wheat Lager. Beginning at 7:00pm every evening, the Washington, DC business hotel and participating "City in Bloom" buildings throughout Washington, DC turn on their lights in celebration of the festival and its events featuring contemporary arts and culture, natural beauty, and community spirit.

The Washington Marriott at Metro Center is conveniently located to provide guests with easy access to the cherry blossom trees along the Tidal Basin, world-famous National Mall and other popular DC attractions. The 2012 Cherry Blossom Festival commemorates the 100th anniversary of the gift of these cherry blossom trees and the enduring friendship between the United States and Japan.

About Washington Marriott at Metro Center
Washington Marriott at Metro Center is conveniently located at 775 12th Street NW in Washington, DC, next to the Metro Center Metrorail, allowing guests easy access to all the city has to offer as well as major airports and Amtrak and car rentals. An ideal choice whether traveling for business or leisure, the hotel also features a full-service business center, Washington, DC event venues, on-site dining, an indoor pool, health club and whirlpool for the convenience of guests. For more information or reservations, contact your travel professional, call the hotel directly at 202-737-2200 or visit http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/wasmc-washington-marriott-at-metro-center/.