Hotels in Irving, TX Gear up for the Cowboys Stadium Classic

IRVING, TX--(Marketwire - Apr 5, 2012) - On September 1, 2012, the world of college football will turn its eyes to Cowboys Stadium as two teams rich in tradition face off. The University of Alabama football team will open its 2012 season against the University of Michigan in the fourth annual "Cowboys Stadium Classic." To help accommodate the high volume of out-of-town visitors, the Dallas Marriott Las Colinas is proud to offer a convenient stay and special Friday-Sunday weekend rates.

This popular choice among Dallas Love Field Airport hotels is offering three special weekend rates valid Friday, August 31 through Sunday, September 2^nd 2012, starting at $119.95/night.* Unlike some other "weekend specials," these offers also include Sunday! The basic Special Weekend rate offers comfortable accommodations for game day and beyond. The Special Weekend Balcony Lake View rate starts at $125.95/night, and the Special Weekend Breakfast for Two rate includes breakfast each morning and starts at $139.95/night. These are just some of this West End Dallas hotel's special deals, available at http://www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-deals/dalcl-dallas-marriott-las-colinas/.

The game will mark the fourth year that Cowboys Stadium and ESPN have brought a popular college football game to North Texas over Labor Day weekend to start the college football season. Each contest has featured nationally ranked teams such as Brigham Young University, the University of Oklahoma, LSU and Oregon.

With some of the most convenient event space near Dallas TX, the Dallas Marriott offers a unique location for pre- or post-game parties, banquets, and more. Located in the prestigious Las Colinas Urban Center on beautiful Lake Carolyn in Irving, Texas, Dallas Marriott Las Colinas invites guests to experience the elegance of a corporate hotel with the feel of home, within walking distance of the Irving Convention Center.

Guests can enjoy a peaceful night's sleep with signature Marriott Beds in one of this Irving, Texas hotel's luxurious 364 guest rooms and suites. They can also explore the Irving hotel's grounds -- perfect for strolling or jogging -- and relax in spacious accommodations, beautifully decorated and equipped with contemporary amenities such as wireless high-speed Internet access. This Irving, Texas hotel's amenities and comfort make it a smart choice for business and leisure travelers alike.

*Valid 8/31-9/2/12, Limited number of rooms are available for this promotion. Tax is additional. Offer cannot be combined with any other promotions. Advance reservations required. Other restrictions apply. Rates are per room, per night and based on availability at the time of reservations.

About the Dallas Marriott Las Colinas
Dallas Marriott Las Colinas offers lake view accommodations and state-of-the-art meeting facilities including 364 guest rooms and suites, 24,000 square feet of meeting space, superb catering and helpful event planners. The hotel's Irving location is a central point between the Dallas-Fort Worth and Dallas Love Field Airports and also makes the property one of the most popular wedding reception venues Dallas TX has to offer.