IRVING, Texas -- FelCor Lodging Trust Incorporated (NYSE: FCH) today announced the opening of the San Francisco Marriott Union Square, located in the famed heart of California’s vibrant culture, fine cuisine and world-class shopping. This distinct, upscale property is located at the corner of Sutter and Powell Streets in downtown San Francisco, within walking distance to the Financial District and Moscone Convention Center and directly on the historic Powell Street Cable Car line.

In addition to its 400 guest rooms and suites, which offer spectacular views of the city and the bay, this 30-story full-service hotel has three floors of concierge rooms, concierge lounge, fitness center, restaurant, Marriott Great Room and dynamic meeting space. Additional information about the hotel can be found on the hotel’s Web site at www.sanfranciscomarriottunionsquare.com.

“We are very excited about the opening of the San Francisco Marriott Union Square, located in one of the premiere hotel markets in the world. With the transformation of this hotel complete, we expect RevPAR growth to exceed 50% during 2009,” said Richard A. Smith, FelCor’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “We are also pleased to expand our relationship with Marriott International.”