The Courtyard in Ann Arbor, Michigan: Opens New Lobby Concept!

ANN ARBOR, Mich., July 26 /PRNewswire/ -- Courtyard by Marriott- Ann Arbor- managed by Alliance Hospitality Management based in Raleigh, North Carolina, is rolling out its new lobby in Ann Arbor, Michigan. This is the first Courtyard in the area featuring the "refreshing business" makeover.

Whether traveling for business or pleasure, the Courtyard by Marriott Ann Arbor offers guests convenient access to the University of Michigan campus, stadium, health center/ Hospital, as well as, Briarwood Mall shopping complex and the culturally infused Downtown Ann Arbor area. Rates begin at $159 per night.

Courtyard by Marriott was the first lodging brand exclusively designed for business travel by business travelers just over 25 years ago, and now it has completely redefined the hotel lobby experience.  This Marriott International "power brand" is fast-tracking its lobby makeover.  The rest of the world is also getting a chance to experience the new lobby by visiting www.gocourtyard.com – a highly interactive website.

"From day one, Courtyard has prided itself as a brand that listens to what business travelers want from a hotel," said Janis Milham, vice president, Global Brand Manager, Courtyard by Marriott. "Guests want more control and choice with services and amenities that create a healthy balance between working and relaxing. We redefined the Courtyard lobby so it invites guests to get out of their rooms to work, socialize or for entertainment, whether traveling alone or with colleagues."

The open, bright and contemporary new Courtyard hotel lobby welcomes guests with vivid contrasting colors, including blue, green, orange and red.  Flexible seating options range from two communal tables in the middle of the action, to more private media booths with high-definition televisions, to a more intimate, semi-enclosed lounge area.

A signature element of the new lobby is the exclusive GoBoard® technology, a 52-inch LCD touch screen packed with local information, maps, weather, and news, business and sports headlines.  Guests can navigate using the touch screen to find restaurants, local attractions and directions.

Guests can connect to free WiFi and there are ample electrical outlets throughout the lobby to power digital devices.  The enlarged business library features several complimentary computer terminals along with a free printer and separate computer stations dedicated to printing airline boarding passes and checking flight status.

Dining has been completely redesigned with The Bistro – Eat. Drink. Connect; offering casual, flexible seating; easier access to food and higher quality, healthier menu options for breakfast; and light evening fare, including snacks, wine and beer so guests can unwind.  The Bistro also proudly serves Starbuck's coffee! The Market™, a 24/7 shop for snacks, beverages and sundries, is always open for late-night cravings or the toothpaste you forgot to pack.

SOURCE Courtyard by Marriott- Ann Arbor