Marriott International

From Erik...
I have been staying a Marriott properties all over the world for the better part of 30 years. Most recently, Marriott acquired Starwood Preferred Group.

Fast Facts
Number of Brands: 30+
Number of Properties: 5,700+
Headquarters: Bethesda, MD USA
Hotel Loyalty Program(s): Marriott Rewards, Ritz-Carlton Rewards, SPG Rewards

Overview
Marriott International, Inc., is a global leading lodging company with more than 4,200 properties in 79 countries and territories. Marriott International reported revenues of nearly $14 billion in fiscal year 2015. Founded by J. Willard and Alice Marriott and guided by Marriott family leadership for nearly 90 years, the company is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, USA. (source marriott.com)

Portfolio of Brands

Classic Luxury Brands
The Ritz-Carlton
St Regis
JW Marriott

Distinctive Luxury Brands
Ritz-Carlton Reserve
The Luxury Collection
BULGARI
W Hotels
EDITION

Classic Premium
Marriott Hotels
Sheraton
Marriott Vacation Club
Delta Hotels

Distinctive Premium
Le MERIDIEN
Renaissance Hotels
Westin
Autograph Collection Hotels
Tribute Portfolio
Gaylord Hotels

Classic Select
Courtyard
Four Points
Springhill Suites
Protea
Fairfiled Inn & Suites

Distinctive Select
aloft
AC Hotels
Moxy Hotels

Classic Longer Stays
Marriott Executive Apartments
Residence Inn
Townplace Suites

Distinctive Longer Stays
Element

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