Winter Garden, Florida – Marriott International, Inc. today announced that a 248-suite SpringHill Suites and 250-suite TownePlace Suites will open on Friday, February 12, 2016. Located in the Flamingo Crossings Development Complex at the Western Entrance to the Walt Disney World Resort® in Orlando, the hotels are developed and owned by JL-FX Hotel Development, LLC of Anchorage, AK, and managed by Yedla Management Company through its affiliate Revolutionary Road Hospitality Group of Huntsville, AL and Orlando, FL. Each property will have 1,500 square-feet of meeting space and will share a 4,700 square-foot outdoor resort-style swimming pool, 1,700 square-foot state-of-the-art fitness center, Seattle's Best® coffee bar, a full-service restaurant and pool bar. The hotels will also feature a picnic pavilion, batting cages and a sports practice field.

Located less than one mile from the Western entrance to Walt Disney World® Resort and with easy access to Route 429, Interstate-4 and the Florida Turnpike, the hotels are nearby to Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, EPCOT, Disney Springs® formally Downtown Disney® and the ESPN Wide World of Sports® Complex.

"The Orlando area is an ideal location for the dual opening," said Janis Milham, senior vice president, Modern Essentials and Extended Stay brands for Marriott International. "Each brand offers distinct amenities and services that tailor to all visitors."

About The SpringHill Suites Orlando at Flamingo Crossings/Western Entrance

Featuring suites that are larger than typical hotel rooms, the SpringHill Suites Orlando at Flamingo Crossings/Western Entrance is ideal for business and leisure travelers looking for style and inspiration in their stay. Every aspect, from furniture and lighting to colors and fabrics, has been carefully selected to offer calm and refreshing spaces. Separate living, working and sleeping spaces also provide guests with flexibility and functionality. The suites feature a flat-screen television, complete with digital programming including Netflix®, YouTube®, Hulu®, Crackle® and Pandora®. The hotel is a perfect place to sink into a good night's sleep, offering luxurious linens and plush pillows, while a comfortable pullout sofa bed and lounge chair offer additional space for relaxation or extra family members. The hotel's tasteful bathroom includes modern touches, a marble-top vanity, iridescent tile walls and creative lighting features, which help travelers revive and refresh.

Using warm colors, accent fabrics and walnut-stained wood, the lobby's earth tones inspire guests to sit, relax and enjoy their stay. Business travelers can take advantage of a large, well-lit desk with ergonomic chair. Complimentary Wi-Fi in the hotel's lobby and high-speed Internet access in every suite allow guests to remain connected at all times. Daily complimentary hot breakfast is SpringHill Suites' way of making sure guests have a good start to their day.

About The TownePlace Suites Orlando at Flamingo Crossings/Western Entrance

Guests can enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast buffet every morning in the lobby area. For those who want a quick snack, guests can also select food and beverage items from the 24-hour In a Pinch® market.

Ideal for travelers who need accommodations for longer stays, the TownePlace Suites Orlando at Flamingo Crossings/Western Entrance offers studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites with fully equipped kitchens that have stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, as well as separate living/working and sleeping areas. Guests can work and relax on their terms in modern suites that feature a fun, yet sophisticated sofa and task chair, a large flat screen television with digital programming including Netflix®, YouTube®, Hulu®, Crackle® and Pandora®, as well as luxurious new bedding. Most rooms also feature the Home Office™ Suite, complete with The Container Store's elfa® closet system, designed to provide guests with plenty of storage and flexible space to spread out and make it their own.

SpringHill Suites and TownePlace Suites participate in Marriott International's award-winning Marriott Rewards® frequent travel program that allows members to earn hotel points or airline miles for every dollar spent during each stay. For more information or reservations contact the SpringHill Suites Orlando at Flamingo Crossings/Western Entrance at 407-507-1200, call the SpringHill Suites toll-free number at 888-287-9400, or visit www.springhillsuitesflamingocrossings.com. To contact the TownePlace Suites Orlando at Flamingo Crossings/Western Entrance call direct at 407-507-1300, or via TownePlace Suites toll-free number at 800-257-3000 or visit www.towneplacesuitesflamingocrossings.com.

Nina Herrera-Davila
Marriott Signature Brands - Marriott International
301-380-2691
Marriott