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Marriott
International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR) today announced the opening of its 600th property
in the Asia Pacific excluding China (APEC) region with the Adelaide
Marriott Hotel. Paying homage to the company’s flagship brand, the opening
marks the first Marriott International property in South Australia,
underscoring the company’s focus on growing its presence in emerging
destinations.
With
the 150-year-old landmark Adelaide General Post Office (GPO) building as its
façade, the Adelaide Marriott Hotel boasts a 14-storey tower with 285
guestrooms, including 12 suites with sweeping views of the city skyline. This
opening aligns with the rising trend of domestic and intra-regional travelers
seeking unique travel experiences in new destinations closer to home.
Marriott
Hotels, the flagship brand of Marriott International, has had a rich heritage
rooted in family values since its inception in 1957. The first Marriott
Hotels hotel in the APEC region opened in Sydney in 1989 with the Sydney
Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay. Today, there are over 50 Marriott
Hotels operating in the region, with close to 40 in the pipeline. This growth
is a testament to the trust and confidence that owners, franchisees, and guests
have in the Marriott Hotel brand, which carries a legacy of wonderful
hospitality and heartfelt service.
“We
are thrilled to celebrate our 600th property milestone in the region with
the Adelaide Marriott Hotel, a brand that bears the name of our founding
family,” said Rajeev Menon, President, Asia Pacific excluding China,
Marriott International. “With 600 operational properties across the APEC region
and close to 400 in the pipeline, our growth trajectory is robust. Our strategy
to be everywhere our guests want us to be is further reinforced by our recent
announcement of plans to enter the midscale hospitality segment, providing more
opportunities to extend our portfolio presence in new markets and beyond the
major gateway cities."
Marriott
International’s growth strategy includes a focus on giving back to the
communities in which it operates to help drive long-term economic impact. With
over 95,000 associates from both managed and franchised properties in the
region, Marriott International has been instrumental in creating job
opportunities and nurturing the next generation of talent. By the end of 2024,
nearly 10% of Marriott International managed associates would have taken new
roles within APEC, which will allow them to deepen their skillsets and further
their work experiences. Marriott’s recent certification as Great Place to Work
in 8 APEC countries, including Australia, demonstrates the company’s dedication
to putting people first.
Image
Credit: © Marriott International
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