Four Points by Sheraton

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) today announced that its Four Points by Sheraton brand has made its debut in Brisbane, Australia. Owned by Felicity Hotel Pty Ltd., Four Points by Sheraton Brisbane is the first globally branded, new-build property to open in Brisbane's Central Business District (CBD) in more than a decade. It is also the brand's fourth property in Australia, joining Four Points hotels in Sydney, Geelong and Perth.

"We are delighted to introduce Four Points to Brisbane, one of Australia's most energetic and

economically vibrant cities," said Sean Hunt, Regional Vice President Pacific, Starwood Hotels & Resorts. "Brisbane is a leading choice among business and leisure travellers, and the new Four Points is ideally positioned to cater to these different markets with a range of signature offerings and stylish accommodations."

Boasting the largest pipeline of all of Starwood's brands, Four Points has proven to be a hit with

travelers in markets worldwide. Four Points is a key player in a new generation of sleek and modern mid-market hotels in Australia, delivering honest, uncomplicated comfort and exceptional guest services.

Four Points by Sheraton Brisbane is located in a contemporary 32-story tower designed by Brisbane-

based Noel Robinson Architects at the heart of the city. The hotel features 246 comfortable and modern guest rooms, a fully equipped fitness center and all of the brand's popular amenities and services including fast and free WiFi, complimentary bottled water, fresh coffee in the lobby, and the Best Brews local craft beer program.

The new Four Points is a short stroll from the city's key attractions, including the Queen Street Mall,

Brisbane Botanical Gardens, Brisbane River and South Bank precinct, Queensland Performing Arts Centre, Treasury Casino and Queensland Art Gallery. The hotel is a short taxi ride from Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, a 20-minute drive from Brisbane's international airport and within easy reach of public transportation options.

An ideal choice for both corporate and social events, Four Points offers 3,358 square feet of naturally-

lit, flexible meeting space equipped with state-of-the-art technology. In addition, an exclusive, covered rooftop venue on level 30 called Altitude offers spectacular views across the city and river.

"Starwood's popular Four Points brand is a great fit for the city of Brisbane," said General Manager

Brad Mercer. "At Four Points, guests will travel the way they like, with genuine service and classic style - in an unbeatable location."

Four Points by Sheraton Brisbane is presenting a special opening offer, starting from $149 per room

per night, including complimentary in-room Wi-Fi. Starwood Preferred Guest® members can also earn double Starpoints® for stays booked from 3 March to 3 September 2014. To take advantage of this great offer, please call 1800 074 545, email [email protected] or visit www.fourpoints.com/brisbane. For more information on Four Points visit starwoodhotels.com/fourpoints.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts in Australia and the Pacific

Four Points by Sheraton Brisbane joins Starwood's robust portfolio in Australia. The company currently

operates ten hotels in the country under the compelling brands of Westin, Sheraton, and Four Points by Sheraton. The opening of Four Points by Sheraton Brisbane complements Starwood's aggressive growth in the Pacific region with an additional five openings in 2014. New hotels in the region include: Sheraton Melbourne Hotel, slated to open in March, Sheraton Resort & Spa, Tokoriki Island, Fiji, Sheraton New Caledonia Deva Resort & Spa and Sheraton Samoa Aggie Grey's Resort, and Sheraton Samoa Aggie Grey's Hotel.

About Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
Starwood Hotels &

Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is one of the leading hotel and leisure companies in the world with more than 1,300 properties in some 100 countries and approximately 188,000 employees at its owned and managed properties. Starwood is a fully integrated owner, operator and franchisor of hotels, resorts and residences under the renowned brands: St. Regis®, The Luxury Collection®, W®, Westin®, Le Méridien®, Sheraton®,Tribute Portfolio™, Four Points® by Sheraton, Aloft®, and Element®, along with an expanded partnership withDesign Hotels™. The company also boasts one of the industry’s leading loyalty programs, Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG®). Visit www.starwoodhotels.com for more information and stay connected @starwoodbuzz on Twitterand Instagram and facebook.com/Starwood.