Richmond International Raceway Hotels Get Revved Up for Events in April

GLEN ALLEN, VA--(Marketwire - Nov 14, 2011) - Engines will roar in April 2012 when four major races come to NASCAR Richmond International Race Way (RIR). And, fans looking for hotels near Richmond International Raceway during this time can enjoy a special discounted rate of $99 a night at the Richmond Marriott West.

The weekend of April 26th to the 28th will feature the Blue Ox 100, Denny Hamilton Short Track Showdown, NASCAR Nationwide Series 250 and NASCAR Sprint Cup Series 400. To see a full event schedule and to buy tickets, visit the RIR website at http://www.rir.com.

The Marriott, one of the hotels in Short Pump, VA, offers great amenities for those in town for the races, or even locals looking for a place to stay close to RIR. Soak in our indoor heated pool and whirlpool, or burn off some adrenaline in our fitness center or on our jogging trail. Sit down to a nice meal with friends at Bistro 63, serving New American cuisine, or make new friends at our Lobby Bar. At the end of the day, head to your room, where you'll find a comfortable bed, premium cable and in-room coffee. For those mixing business with pleasure, spacious desks, ergonomic chairs and high-speed Internet access await.

Guests looking for hotel deals Glen Allen, VA and traveling with kids will love our Nickelodeon Your Stay program, which includes goodies and games to make a regular stay and adventure for the little ones.

To learn more about the RIchmond Marriott West, visit our hotel website, http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/ricmw-richmond-marriott-west/, where you can book rooms, find deals, explore nearby dining and attractions, and connect with our in-house event managers, who can help plan events in Richmond, from festive banquets to business meetings.

About the Richmond Marriott West
The Richmond Marriott West is centrally located in the heart of Innsbruck, making it easy to explore the area without going too far from home. Explore the University of Richmond, world-class dining in downtown Short Pump and great shopping at Short Pump Town Center and Short Pump Mall. Back at the hotel, retire to your beautiful guest room, where plush beds and premium cable welcome you to a night of relaxation. Or, if you're hoping to catch up on work, our spacious desks, ergonomic chairs, high-speed Internet access and in-room coffee are all you need to meet deadlines. We also offer concierge-level rooms with lounge access and additional amenities. At our smoke-free hotel, you'll find an indoor heated swimming pool, whirlpool and fitness center, plus a jogging and fitness trail that passes by a beautiful office park and lakes. New American cuisine is featured at Bistro 63, and the Lobby Bar is the perfect place to cap off the night with a cocktail. Those traveling with kids can take part in the Nickelodeon Your Stay program. An on-site event manager can help coordinate your upcoming business meeting or banquet, and our more than 7,000 sq ft of event space and exceptional event menus offer flexibility for various group sizes.