Renaissance Hotels Set To Expand Global Footprint

BETHESDA, Md., June 4, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Making its debut in world class  destinations including Santiago, Chile, and the south of France, Renaissance Hotels (www.renhotels.com) announced today that it is on track to open nine hotels in 2014. With six hotels launched and three additional locations on schedule to open, the portfolio will include 162 hotels in 37 countries by year end. The range of new experiences varies from a stylish urban retreat to a boutique escape in the south of France, demonstrating the breadth of the brand's offerings.

A sophisticated hotel brand designed to encourage today's modern business traveler to Live Life to Discover^(SM), the new locations will offer a memorable guest experience woven through design, service and exclusive amenities. Each new hotel will also offer Renaissance Hotels' signature programming, including Navigator and LIVE at Renaissance, especially developed to help make every business trip an opportunity to discover. In keeping with the Renaissance Hotel design inspiration, the style, interior design and decor of every hotel will be inspired by the unique locale.  

"This is an  a exciting time for Renaissance Hotels as we open spectacular new locations in some of the world's most desirable business and cultural centers including Santiago and Paris," said Toni Stoeckl, vice president and global brand manager for Renaissance Hotels. "With over half of our existing portfolio open outside of the United States, Renaissance Hotels is a truly global brand which strives to inspire both business and leisure guests to unearth moments of discovery," he continued. "We are thrilled to be on scheduled to introduce nine new hotels in 2014, all developed in the spirit and commitment of our brand promise to Live Life to Discover."

In the first half of this year, Renaissance Hotels has introduced the following new hotels to its portfolio, including:

Renaissance Aix-en-Provence Hotel (France):

Opened in January in the heart of Provence, this new 133-room boutique five-star hotel features contemporary design with a stunning Provencal garden and more than 400 paintings and sculptures generated exclusively for the hotel.  Chef Jean-Marc Banzo offers an intimate culinary experiencer at the hotel's signature Mediterranean restaurant, Le Clos, as well as more traditional fare at Le Comptior du Clos where guests may enjoy the sun drenched terrace offering stunning views of Provence.

Renaissance Paris Hippodrome de St. Cloud Hotel (France):

Opening this month and located a stone's throw from Porte Maillot Parisian Congress Center and next to the exclusive Paris Country Club, this sophisticated new hotel features Anglo-Norman architecture complemented by modern and sophisticated decor and inspired by the Feng-Shui philosophy, designed by world famous architect Jean-Philippe Nuel. The newest addition to the Renaissance Hotels portfolio in Paris also features an elegant outdoor terrace and garden space for cocktails, celebrations and informal gatherings.  

Renaissance Denver Downtown City Center (U.S.):

 Opened in May, the 230-room hotel provides a uniquely modern experience in one of the city's most historic buildings.  Taking over the Colorado National Bank building, one of Denver's most iconic structures and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, celebrated Allen Tupper True murals add to the hotel's stunning decor along with specially-curated and locally inspired original artwork. Range, an original concept restaurant and bar, will feature locally-purveyed cuisine inspired by the Rocky Mountain West. This urban landmark hotel will celebrate its official grand opening on June 26^th as part of Renaissance Hotels Day of Discovery with a special appearance by DJ Cassidy.

Renaissance Santiago Hotel (Chile):

Welcoming guests since early April, the new Renaissance Hotel Santiago marks the brand's third hotel to open in South America. The new property establishes a bold presence in the upscale neighborhood of Vitacura, surrounded by stylish boutiques and some of Santiago's finest restaurants. The interior design is centered by an open plan building filled with a series of spaces where the guests are inspired to discover around every corner. Renowned chef Mariano Cid de la Paz serves as executive chef of the hotel's signature restaurant, Catae. In addition the hotel features several additional dining and entertainment venues include D-bar & Lounge, offering specialty cocktails, local beers and a large selection of Chilean wines and Kaitek Cafe Bar which includes a menu of 29 coffees and an exclusive tea list. This hotel will also celebrate its official opening with an exclusive event in honor of Renaissance Hotels Day of Discovery on June 26^th.

Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel (Canada):  

Enter this stylish hotel and find yourself immersed in a vibrant and open lobby space especially designed to host local entertainers and talent from around the globe as part of the hotel's signature events program. Opened in mid-May and introducing a new generation of airport hotel, the arctic themed property features 213 soundproof and spacious guest rooms, including twelve executive suites and a presidential suite overlooking one of the Edmonton International Airport runways.  

Renaissance Hotels also celebrated the opening of the Renaissance Chengdu Hotel in China this past spring.  Additional locations are expected to open by year-end in Minsk, Belarus; Cincinnati, Ohio; and Beijing, China.

Renaissance Hotels is a lifestyle brand within Marriott International's global portfolio of 18 brands. With its proud motto of "Live Life to Discover," Renaissance Hotels offers today's lifestyle business traveler a unique guest experience woven through design, service and unique programming. Check out the full line up of Renaissance Hotels events planned throughout the year at all hotels including local art, culinary, film and more by visiting renhotels.com/events or www.facebook.com/renhotels.

NOTE: This press release contains "forward looking statements" within the meaning of U.S. federal securities laws, including statements about the number, locations and opening dates for new hotels, and similar statements concerning anticipated future events and expectations are not historical facts.  We caution you that these statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including supply and demand changes for hotel rooms; competitive conditions in the lodging industry; relationships with clients and property owners; the availability of capital to finance hotel growth and other risk factors identified in Marriott International, Inc.'s most recent quarterly report on Form 10-Q; any of which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by our statements. These statements are made as of the date of this press release, and we undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

ABOUT RENAISSANCE HOTELS                     

Renaissance Hotels encourages guests to Live Life to Discover(SM) at more than 157 hotels in 35 countries around the world. Each hotel is unique and every stay offers an opportunity to explore local discoveries exclusive to the destination. At every hotel, Renaissance Navigators are local experts ready to assist guests in discovering local flavors and activities. Signature LIVE at Renaissance entertainment events are designed to showcase emerging talent in music, the arts, culinary and more to inspire discovery. R.E.N. Meetings offers groups an experience beyond a traditional meeting rooted in creative sensory meeting design, LIVE at Renaissance networking events and custom curated local Navigator excursions. At Renaissance Hotels, we work to ensure that every trip is transformed into an eye-opening, unforgettable journey. You spend your life working; you should discover the world as you go. To discover more visit www.renhotels.com. Like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/RenHotels. Follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/RenHotels. Explore with us on Instagram @RenHotels

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