Countdown to 2013: Ring in the New Year With a Luxury Hotel in Ottawa

OTTAWA--(Marketwire - Dec 11, 2012) -  New York isn't the only place to ring in the New Year in style. Just two blocks from the Ottawa Marriott Hotel, Sparks Street Mall will celebrate with New Year's Eve - Times Square Experience, a free outdoor concert and party within walking distance of this luxury hotel in Ottawa.

Sparks Street Mall, which is just steps from Parliament Hill, is an Ottawa landmark, offering lots of space and beautiful architecture, making it the perfect choice for this end-of-year celebration. The party which will take place just minutes from this Ottawa conference hotel, kicks off at 8pm on December 31, 2012, and will be broadcast live throughout the night on CTV. Party-goers can keep warm with hot chocolate, tea, coffee, and delicious food at the event. The scene will be set with balloons and confetti, and a stage will host live entertainment. Prizes will be given away throughout the evening, and at midnight party-goers should expect a big surprise. For more information about the event, visit http://sparksstreetmall.com/event_listings.html.

If you want to celebrate the New Year in style, this central hotel is offering a special package for rates as low as $299 a night. With this party package, you'll get accommodation for two in a traditional guest room, a three-course dinner for two (including tax and gratuity) at this Ottawa hotel's restaurant, "spin" Kitchen & Bar, and a bottle of Prosecco waiting for you on ice when you arrive.

In addition to the Ottawa dining perks of this package, you'll also get noisemakers and party favours for New Year's Eve and complimentary underground self-parking at the hotel.

For the morning after the party, you won't have to travel far for comfort food and coffee. This hotel is home to a Starbucks^®, serving freshly brewed coffee, creamy hot chocolate, refreshing teas, tasty pastries, breakfast sandwiches and more. For something a little heartier, "spin" Kitchen & Bar, has a full menu of breakfast favorites including crunchy French toast, blueberry pancakes, omelets, homemade corned beef hash and an extensive breakfast buffet.

About the Ottawa Marriott Hotel
Set in the heart of the city, the Ottawa Marriott Hotel combines the necessary amenities of business travel with the desired comforts of leisure travel. This centrally located hotel puts you within walking distance of the Rideau Canal, Parliament buildings and National Gallery of Canada. The hotel also offers accommodations that are both comfortable and ideal for optimal productivity. Guest rooms feature the plush Revive bedding package, a 37-inch LCD TV, Wi-Fi and desk with ergonomic chair. Executive-level rooms offer additional space and views of Ottawa and the Gatineau Hills, while concierge-level rooms include extra services and amenities, plus access to the private lounge. Every guest enjoys full access to the hotel's fitness centre, indoor pool and sauna. KIDS Zone is the perfect place for the little ones to play while enjoying a variety of fun games, activities and great entertainment. For meetings or celebrations on a large scale, this Ottawa Convention hotel offers 31,000 sq. ft. of newly renovated meeting and event space and the 29^th floor features a revolving room, Summit for social or business gatherings. For more intimate events, this hotel's street-level restaurant, "spin" Kitchen & Bar, serves wholesome, fresh comfort food in a modern, casual setting.