Marriott International Introduces The Sandalwood, Beijing - Marriott Executive Apartments

An attractive introductory rate of CNY880 per night for a one- bedroom unit is valid until Dec. 31, 2009.

Located near Beijing International Airport and surrounded by cultural attractions, businesses and one of the largest golf driving ranges in Beijing, the Sandalwood MEA is the ideal setting for business travellers. The hotel is also within walking distance of the world-famous China Red Sandalwood Museum – the first and largest private museum in China.

Each spacious apartment is stylishly designed with clean lines, accentuated by hardwood floors, contemporary furniture and modern technology. Internet is available in apartments as well as in common areas. Walk-in closets in the master bedrooms provide guests with ample space to spread out, and a professional workspace and full kitchen give each unit a residential, home-like feel. Most apartments have private balconies and all are equipped with an entertainment system with 42" inch flat panel satellite television and DVD player.

An Asian and Western gourmet breakfast is served daily at the private resident lounge. Guests have 24-hour access to the fitness centre, complete with heated 25-meter indoor infinity pool, steam and sauna facilities, and a spacious playroom for children. Private meeting rooms are available as well. Laundry and personalized concierge services provide guests the advantages of a five star hotel.

Guests can enjoy shopping at China Central Place, the largest shopping complex in Beijing’s Chaoyang area. The Sandalwood MEA’s close proximity to the Beijing subway allows guests to manoeuvre around the city with ease. Families and extended-stay guests can unwind and relax as they stroll through Xinglong Park, located within walking distance of the property.

In addition to The Sandalwood MEA, Marriott International’s portfolio in China consists of three other extended stay properties, namely the 237-unit Shanghai Tomorrow Square Marriott Executive Apartments, the 224-unit Palm Springs, Beijing Marriott Executive Apartments and the 223-unit Union Square, Shanghai Pudong Marriott Executive Apartments. A fifth MEA property in China is slated to open by 2010 in Guangzhou.

The Sandalwood MEA, along with over 3,000 Marriott-affiliated hotels worldwide, participate in Marriott Rewards, the guest reward program that allows members to earn their choice of points or airline miles for each dollar spent during each stay.

For reservations, contact The Sandalwood Beijing - Marriott Executive Apartments at +(86 10) 8557-8888 or visit

Marriott Executive Apartments, the upscale serviced apartment brand of Marriott International (NYSE: MAR) will nearly double in size in the next 36 months to respond to a growing need in many emerging markets for long-term stay lodging for executive expatriates needing spacious housing and hotel amenities. Including the recently opened hotel, Marriott operates 18 Marriott Executive Apartments in 14 countries outside the U.S., and 15 more hotels are planned in countries such as Qatar, Egypt, China, India, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia.