Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas at Brisbane Marriott Hotel

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA--(Marketwire - Aug 31, 2012) - Looking for a fabulous Christmas function venue for 2012? Let the experienced events team at Brisbane Marriott Hotel make it easy for you.

With superb natural light and stunning river views, the Brisbane Marriott Hotel is the perfect choice for your Christmas party. Our Brisbane holiday packages, starting from $110 per person, are designed to include all the crucial elements and delights of the season including a sparkling Christmas Tree, bon bons, delicous food and fantastic beverages for you to enjoy. All you will need to bring is your festive cheer.

Regarded as one of the most luxurious hotels in Brisbane, you have the option to choose from a selection of 7 beautifully appointed ball rooms with catering for up to 250 guests. Renowned for delivering impeccable service and innovative catering, our dedicated events and AV experts will thoughtfully create a bespoke event to meet your individual desires and deliver a truly memorable experience.

Take advantage of our early bird offer for a touch of added value. 'Book and confirm your Christmas function by 30^th September 2012, to receive one of the following with our compliments;

• 10% off the final bill
• Beverage Package upgrade
• Overnight Brisbane Hotel accommodation for two in a deluxe river view room.

Don't forget Motion Bar & Grill as another option for you to enjoy your Christmas festivities! Enjoy a selection of the fine dining Brisbane has to offer from November 9^th to December 23^rd.  You can delight in a fabulous Pre Christmas 2 or 3 course meal with a glass of Australian sparkling wine or draught beer along with festive bon bons. All of this will be prepared and served to your liking in our newly refurbished restaurant Motion Bar & Grill.

This is a perfect setting for smaller groups, friends and families alike to celebrate Christmas with a delicious menu for only $55 (two course) or $65 (three course) per person. Executive Chef, Peter Iwancyk will be serving up some much loved Christmas favorites including 'Traditional Christmas turkey with honey glazed ham, pistachio stuffing, root vegetables & pan juices' followed by 'Mini Christmas pudding with brandied french crème & roasted cinnamon ice cream' for dessert.

Enjoy the festive surroundings inside with our open chefs grill and stylish booths or take in the stunning views of Brisbane and gentle river breezes from M Deck, a unique alfresco dining experience. Pre Christmas menu is available for lunch 12-2pm or dinner 6-10pm. Visit http://www.motionbarandgrill.com.au/ or call 61 7 3303 8034 for more information and to make a reservation.

About the Brisbane Marriott Hotel
The multi award winning Brisbane Marriott Hotel is the epitome of five-star elegance. Whether you're a corporate power player or a leisure adventure seeker, the Brisbane Marriott Hotel is the perfect place to stay.

Location
The Brisbane Marriott Hotel is conveniently located where everyone wants to be -- in the centre of town, but also within striking distance of chic shopping, riverside bars & dining, markets, art galleries, nightlife and the financial heart of Brisbane. Guests are a stones throw away from the popular Fortitude Valley, Kangaroo Point, South Bank Parklands, Gallery of Modern Art, Treasury Casino, Town Hall, Queen Street Mall, Eagle Farm Racing, Brisbane Airport and much more!

Guest Rooms
Our 263 luxurious guest rooms and 4 suites offer stunning views of the iconic Brisbane River, Story Bridge, Kangaroo Point Cliffs or City Skyline. Experience an unsurpassed level of service, technology and cutting edge comfort as each room features Marriott's signature 'Revive' bedding, innovative 'plug in and play' technology, 32 inch LCD TV, Marriott's own aromatherapy amenities and elegant decorations. The luxury and warmth of these rooms suit both leisure and business travellers.

Convention & Wedding
The Brisbane Marriott is the perfect balance of style, tradition and cutting edge comfort. The hotel specializes in business, corporate, social and wedding events with 720 sqm of flexible meeting space and five star services. Meeting space is accented by natural light, river views, imaginative catering and terrace options. The feeling is stylish and the service is top notch. The Business Centre on site also provides a dedicated service including word processing, e-mail and Internet access, press facilities, secretarial and administrative services, a reference library and private meeting rooms.

Spa & Recreation
The hotel's very own world recognised day spa, The Dome Retreat, is available seven days a week offering a range of luxurious treatments designed to truly pamper our guests. The Grecian inspired pool deck offers guests a unique space to relax and revive, with a sun deck, spa, sauna and fully equipped gymnasium offering spectacular views of the Story Bridge.

Restaurant
Motion Bar & Grill is a new city destination restaurant and bar in the growing hotspot in Brisbane known as Uptown Precinct, The City. As part of Brisbane Marriott's multi-million dollar refurbishment project, Motion Bar & Grill delivers a refreshing, modern dining and socializing destination for city dwellers and visitors alike. Features include two of the largest climate controlled Wine Walls in Australia, an interactive Chill Wall where diners can hand select dishes and The Grill -- an open kitchen where guests can watch the chefs at work.

Head Chef Peter Iwanczyk has crafted a menu that centres around The Grill, with a particular focus on regional produce. The menu consists of an expansive selection of items from premium cuts of steak and seafood, to tasty burgers and share plates.

The restaurant will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with a variety of menus to suit the diverse clientele. In addition to the three key menus, the restaurant will also offer: an all-day dining menu, a quickly served weekday lunch menu and a share-plate bar menu. The restaurant will also be the new home of Brisbane Marriott's renowned High Tea.