Enjoy Convenient, Comfortable College Visits From One of the Best Boston Back Bay Hotels

BOSTON, MA--(Marketwire - Sep 28, 2011) - Since pre-revolutionary times, New England has been a popular destination for higher education. Combining historic charm and first-class instruction, Boston colleges and universities provide an idyllic setting for students. For parents and prospective students planning a visit and looking for a hotel near Boston University, for example, the Boston Marriott Copley Place is proud to offer an "A+" accommodations package through December 30, 2011.

The College Visit Package combines the Boston hotel's Back Bay location with award-winning service, deluxe accommodations and savings to suit any family. It includes a deluxe guest room with a king bed or two double beds, a $10 Charlie card for traveling on the Boston Subway, and for those planning a lot of back-and-forth between campus visits -- complimentary valet parking during the entire stay. Rates start at $199 per night*, and reservations may be made online at http://www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-deals/bosco-boston-marriott-copley-place/ using promotional code UY7. Guests can also call 1-800-228-9290 in the US and ask for promotional code UY7.

One of the most popular hotels near Northeastern University, and perfect for business, weekend or leisure travel, the Boston Marriott Copley Place hotel puts guests at the center of all the city has to offer. Whether looking to shop on ritzy Newbury Street, the Copley Place Mall or the Shops at the Prudential Center, or to cheer on your favorite sports team at Fenway Park or the TD Garden, our Copley Place hotel is the ideal place to stay. As one of the premier hotels in downtown Boston, guests will discover first-rate amenities and upscale offerings including Champions sports bar and restaurant, valet parking, a car rental desk and a tour desk. This Copley Square hotel offers 70,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting, event and exhibit space, perfect for any event. Discover a leader in style and service among downtown hotels in Boston, MA at the Boston Marriott Copley Place.

* Valid Thursday - Sunday through 12/30/11. Thursday night requires a Friday night stay. Sunday night requires a Saturday night stay. A limited number of rooms are available for this promotion. Tax is additional. Offer does not apply to groups of 10 or more rooms. Offer cannot be combined with any other promotions. Blackout dates may apply. Advance reservations required. Other restrictions apply. Rates are per room, per night and based on availability at the time of reservations.

About the Boston Marriott Copley Place

The award-winning Boston Marriott Copley Place hotel is centrally located in the historic Back Bay district of the city. Minutes away from Trinity Church and Boston Common, this jewel among downtown Boston hotels boasts 1,098 rooms and 47 suites on 38 floors, 45 meeting rooms with over 70,000 square feet of state-of-the-art meeting space, on-site valet parking, and two concierge levels. The Boston Marriott Copley Place hotel also features Champions Sports Bar, Connexion Lounge, health club, and indoor pool.