'Tis the Season for Special Holiday Rates at the Courtyard Marriott Washington, DC/U.S Capitol Hotel

WASHINGTON, DC--(Marketwire - Nov 29, 2011) - It's time to take a break from the hectic holiday season and escape to our nation's capital. Plan a winter adventure and get away with the "Special Holiday Rates" offer at the Courtyard Marriott Washington, DC/U.S. Capitol Hotel. Fun and festivities await guests with this great choice among Washington, DC hotel deals near the Mall.

When looking for hotels in Washington, DC near Union Station, the Courtyard is an ideal choice. This Capitol Hill hotel, Washington DC is conveniently located near the Red Line Metro as well as many sights and area attractions. Guests can escape just in time to enjoy holiday events and cultural activities. From visiting the Mall and museums to shopping and strolling in Georgetown, guests will soak up everything DC has to offer. In the nation's capital, the holiday season isn't complete without the National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony. This year on December 1, the event will be held on the Ellipse in President's Park preceded by a show with a visit by Kermit the Frog, celebrity Carson Daly, the band OneRepublic, and other artists. For more information, visit www.thenationaltree.org.

For this special holiday deal, the Capitol Hill hotel offers discounted rates on spacious guest rooms with complimentary high-speed Internet. Rooms also feature luxurious bedding and a 32-inch flat-panel HDTV. When looking for family friendly hotels in Washington, DC, the hotel offers great amenities for the entire family. The Bistro is the perfect place for a quick bite or a refreshing cocktail. The Boarding Pass Station lets guests prepare for their flights. In the lobby, the GoBoard station puts information, including local weather, news, and restaurant recommendations, at traveler's fingertips. And, the heated indoor pool and fitness center keeps everyone fit, even after a day of sightseeing.

Washington, DC is packed with holiday events and festivities, and the Courtyard Marriott Capitol Hill hotel provides the comfort and convenience needed to have a memorable holiday escape. This Holiday Special Rates offer is a great chance to visit the nation's capital with discounted hotel rates. The package is valid through January 7, 2012. For reservations, please visit http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/wasus-courtyard-washington-dc-us-capitol/. Be sure that promotional code HL1 appears in the Corporate/Promotional code box when making your online reservation. Please visit hotel website for terms and conditions.

About the Courtyard Marriott Washington, DC/U.S. Capitol hotel
This Marriott Washington, DC hotel features a lobby with inviting, flexible spaces to work or relax in, free Wi-Fi, and easy access to the latest news, weather and airport conditions via our GoBoard. The highlight of our Washington, DC Capitol Hill hotel's lobby experience is The Bistro, providing guests with healthy food selections in the morning and evening dinner service with cocktails. The Courtyard Marriott Washington, DC/U.S Capitol hotel is within easy reach of the U.S. Capitol, National Mall, the White House, and is located just one metro rail stop from Union Station -- the transportation hub of our Nation's capital. Our Capitol Hill hotel also offers a fitness center, indoor pool, 24-hr business center and boarding pass printing service to help make our guests' stay more comfortable and productive.

About Courtyard Hotels
Courtyard by Marriott offers a refreshing environment that helps guests stay connected, productive and balanced. Intuitive services and design accommodate guests' needs for choice and control. With more than 900 locations in 35 countries, Courtyard is Marriott International's largest brand. All Courtyard by Marriott hotels participate in the award winning Marriott Rewards frequent travel program that allows members to earn hotel points or airline miles for every dollar spent during each stay. For more information go to www.courtyard.com.

About Marriott International
Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) is a leading lodging company with more than 3,600 lodging properties in 71 countries and territories. Marriott International operates and franchises hotels under the Marriott, JW Marriott, The Ritz-Carlton, EDITION, Autograph Collection, Renaissance, AC Hotels by Marriott, Residence Inn, Courtyard, TownePlace Suites, Fairfield Inn & Suites, SpringHill Suites and Bulgari brand names; develops and operates vacation ownership resorts under the Marriott Vacation Club, The Ritz-Carlton Destination Club, and Grand Residences by Marriott brands; licenses and manages whole-ownership residential brands, including The Ritz-Carlton Residences, JW Marriott Residences and Marriott Residences; operates Marriott Executive Apartments; provides furnished corporate housing through its Marriott ExecuStay division; and operates conference centers. The company is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and had approximately 129,000 employees at 2010 year-end. It is ranked by FORTUNE as the lodging industry's most admired company and one of the best companies to work for. In fiscal year 2010, Marriott International reported sales from continuing operations of nearly $12 billion. For more information or reservations, please visit our website at www.marriott.com, and for the latest company news, visit www.marriottnewscenter.com.