10 Oct 2017
Marriott International, Inc. announced the opening of the Fairfield by Marriott, Visakhapatnam. As the capital of India's Andhra Pradesh state, and situated next to the Bay of Bengal, Visakhapatnam is known for its scenic beaches, historic maritime culture and Buddhist relics.
Since opening the first property in Asia in 2013,Fairfield by Marriott is a leader in the select service tier – catering to the needs of India's next generation travelers who are looking for a stress-free stay at a great value. Fairfield by Marriott, Visakhapatnam is the latest addition to the brand's footprint in South Asia, with four hotels in India currently open, including Fairfield by Marriott Bengaluru Rajajinagar, Fairfield by Marriott Bengaluru Outer Ring Road, Fairfield by Marriott Lucknow and Fairfield by Marriott Belagavi.
“Recognized as one of the “Smart Cities” in India, Visakhakaptanam holds tremendous potential for high economic growth, infrastructure development and further evolution of the services sector, and we are excited to open our fifth Fairfield by Marriott in India. With our hospitality expertise in conjunction with our astute owner partner, we are confident in delivering a seamless hotel experience at a value,” said Neeraj Govil, Market Vice-President, South Asia, Marriott International Inc.
Fairfield by Marriott Visakhapatnam offers 121 spacious rooms designed with modern comfort in mind. Kava, the all-day dining restaurant, serves authentic local Indian favorites and international cuisine. The Bar and Lobby Lounge provides a lively atmosphere for guests to enjoy freshly brewed coffees, as well as a variety of evening cocktails. The hotel also features The Market, a unique 24/7 store where guests can purchase snacks, beverages and grab-and-go meals at any time of the day.
The Business Centre and meeting rooms are equipped with the state of art audio visual facilities and all public areas and guest rooms have high-speed Wi-Fi.
“Adorning a contemporary style and pastel hues, Fairfield by Marriott Visakhapatnam is the newest addition to the port city of Andhra Pradesh. The property and staff aim to provide a comfortable and convenient stay to both business and leisure travelers,” said Sudhanshu Singh, General Manager, Fairfield by Marriott Visakhapatnam. “There is a lot of excitement and enthusiasm as we launch the Fairfield by Marriott brand in Visakhapatnam. As a Marriott International brand we strive to set the standards of delivering a great hotel experience through consistent and reliable service.”
Fairfield by Marriott Visakhapatnam is located in the heart of the city Marripalem neighbourhood. Close to all the popular attractions, including the picturesque Kailashgiri hilltop park, Indira Gandhi Zoological Park, and Simhachalam temple. The hotel is also conveniently situated 5km away from the Visakhapatnam International Airport.
For more on the hotel and for reservations, please visit www.fairfieldvisakhapatnam.com
About Fairfield by Marriott
Fairfield by Marriott is designed for today's traveler who is looking to be productive on the road, whether for business or leisure. In addition to complimentary Wi-Fi and hot breakfast, Fairfield by Marriott offers thoughtfully designed rooms and suites that provide separate living, working and sleeping areas. With nearly 850 properties around the globe, Fairfield by Marriott is proud to participate in the industry's award-winning loyalty program, Marriott Rewards® which includes The Ritz-Carlton Rewards®. Members can now link accounts with Starwood Preferred Guest® at members.marriott.com for instant elite status matching and unlimited points transfer. For more information or reservations, visit www.fairfieldinn.com, become a fan on Facebook or follow @Fairfield Hotels on Twitter.
About Marriott International
Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of more than 6,200 properties in 30 leading hotel brands spanning 125 countries and territories. Marriott operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts all around the world. The company also operates award-winning loyalty programs: Marriott Rewards®, which includes The Ritz-Carlton Rewards®, and Starwood Preferred Guest®. For more information, please visit our website at www.marriott.com, and for the latest company news, visit www.marriottnewscenter.com. In addition, connect with us on Facebook and @MarriottIntl on Twitter and Instagram.
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