Hamburg Hotel Accommodations Co-Sponsor ITU World Triathlon

HAMBURG, GERMANY--(Marketwired - Apr 25, 2014) - The ITU World Triathlon hits eight cities around the world, and on July 12^th and 13^th, the "world's biggest tri" comes to Hamburg for the 13^th annual race. While athletes are busy focusing on training for the course, the Hamburg Marriott Hotel, co-sponsoring the race for the sixth consecutive year, is putting the finishing touches on its race-friendly amenities.

During this year's race, more than 160 athletes will call this hotel home. Conveniently located in the heart of the ABC district near the race course, the hotel offers recently renovated Hamburg accommodations. Each of the 270 guest rooms features a marble bath, 24-hour room service, cable TV, coffee/tea maker, high-speed Internet access and a cozy bed with down comforter and fluffy pillows.

A good night's rest means competitors can use their days effectively to train in the hotel's fitness center. After a workout, a soak in the indoor pool or a quiet moment in the sauna is perfect for recovery, while a true post-race treat can be had at aXzea, the hotel's luxurious spa. Here, visitors can indulge in treatments including massages and oxygen therapy.

This year, the hotel in Hamburg City Center is placing a special focus on its food offerings. Its Speicher 52 is a natural fit for guest athletes. The freshly designed space focuses on New Nordic Cuisine, with exciting interpretations of traditional North German and Scandinavian dishes. In the morning, athletes can fuel up on fresh seasonal fruit, eggs, whole grains, fruit juices and teas on the breakfast buffet, while evenings offer healthy, hearty options including fish and vegetable dishes.

The race will travel around this Hamburg City Center hotel, along Alster, Elbchaussee and Rathausmarkt. After a long day, athletes can gather in the hotel's Pianobar, where an adjoining summer terrace offers the perfect place to celebrate a successful race with friends and family.

In addition to hosting athletes in its accommodations, this Hamburg, Germany hotel is also the setting for the traditional triathlon dinner on July 10^th, held in the ballroom, and will be the headquarters for the organization and media offices leading up to and during the event.

To learn more about the ITU World Triathlon, visit http://hamburg.triathlon.org/en/home for further details.

About the Hamburg Marriott Hotel

The Hamburg Marriott Hotel welcomes guests with a variety of sophisticated guest rooms designed to meet the needs of business and leisure travelers while offering delectable onsite dining options, the luxurious aXzea spa and fitness center and a host of attentive services that ensure a remarkable Hamburg hotel experience. Gracious function space and a staff that includes dedicated event managers and skilled culinary professionals allow event planners every opportunity to host dynamic and worry-free business events and elegant social gatherings in one of the world's most exciting cities.