Marriott Raises New Flag in Buckhead (United States)
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Marriott Raises New Flag in Buckhead (United States)
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Category: North America & West Indies / Carribean islands - United States - Industry economy -
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This is a press release selected by our editorial committee and published online for free on 2009-12-01
Marriott has officially re-flagged the former Buckhead Hotel Atlanta, and the community celebrated with a ribbon cutting ceremony on November 18. The new Atlanta Marriott Buckhead Hotel & Conference Center, located on Lenox Road directly across from Lenox Square, showcases a multi-million dollar renovation featuring the newest IAAC-certified conference center in Atlanta with 25,000 square feet of space.
"With the renovation and re-flagging complete, we now look forward to bringing the esteemed and signature Marriott service to our guests," said George McGann, Vice President and Managing Director of the property. "Our team is committed to providing the best possible experience for every visitor through our doors and delivering the ultimate in southern hospitality."
The hotel offers guests 349 newly renovated deluxe rooms and suites featuring Revive Bedding with 300-thread-count sheets and 32-inch flat screen TVs. All rooms come equipped with Jack Pack technology featuring portable device connections that allow iPods, lap tops, video games and more to transmit directly onto TV screens.
The "Lobby Re-invented" offers 24-foot ceilings, street front glass windows and an inviting living room setting with lush green, red and gold seating decor and WIFI access. The hotel's exterior color scheme changes as it converts from day to night. Guests can enjoy a Starbucks coffee in the morning and unwind in the evening at Shula's Lounge. Anchoring the lobby of the hotel is Atlanta's first Shula's 347 Grill, a signature restaurant from legendary Hall of Fame football coach Don Shula.
Additional amenities include a new outdoor pool and whirlpool, state-of-the-art fitness center, and two concierge floors with private lounges serving continental breakfast and appetizers in the evening. The conference center features three ballrooms, 18 meeting rooms and two business centers. Each space comes complete with installed LCD projectors, drop-down screens and individual climate control.
"We are delighted to bring new life and energy to this valuable property," said Jim Dina, chief operating officer of Pyramid Hotel Group. "We are committed to the Buckhead and Atlanta communities and recently hired 120 new employees in the area after hosting a job fair and screening more than 1,800 applicants."
Located just off 85 North and 400 South, the Marriott Atlanta Buckhead Hotel & Conference Center sits in the heart of Buckhead near many restaurants and the best shopping in the south. For more information, visit www.marriott.com/atlbc.
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