Bethesda, Maryland – October 6, 2011 – Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR; www.marriott.com ) opened the 124-suite TownePlace Suites by Marriott in Tucson, Arizona today.  Located at 384 South Williams Boulevard, the TownePlace Suites Tucson Williams Centre will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned by Apple REIT 9 and managed by Texas Western Hospitality of Dallas, Texas (www.twhospitality.com).

Located 10 miles from the Tucson International Airport, the TownePlace Suites Tucson Williams Centre offers its guests convenient access to the University of Arizona, the Davis-Monthan Air Force Base and the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum.  Rates vary depending on length of stay.

“We are pleased with the continued growth of TownePlace Suites hotels in the Tucson area,” said Brian King, senior vice president, Select Service and Extended Stay Brand Management, Marriott International.  “Providing an upscale residential atmosphere, this TownePlace Suites hotel offers an appealing alternative to more standard hotel rooms designed for shorter stays.”

Ideal for travelers who need accommodations for a week or more, this property offers studio, one- and two-bedroom suites with fully equipped kitchens and separate living/working and sleeping areas.

The TownePlace Suites Tucson Williams Centre offers a 24-hour business center, free local phone calls and two-line telephones/data ports/voicemail.  Guest facilities include an outdoor pool and waterfall, barbecue area patio with fireplace, guest laundry, In a Pinch Market, exercise room, a social hour on Tuesday–Thursday featuring complimentary wine and beer, free high-speed and wireless Internet in all guest rooms and public spaces. Housekeeping services are based on your schedule and length of stay and a complimentary continental breakfast as well as 24-hour coffee service is also available.

About TownePlace Suites:
TownePlace Suites is an all-suite hotel brand designed for long-stays with moderately priced rooms.  Launched in 1997, the brand currently has more than 170 locations in the United States.  TownePlace Suites participates in the company’s award-winning Marriott Rewards® program, which enables members to earn their choice of points toward free vacations or frequent flyer mileage in their preferred airline program for dollars spent at more than 3,100 Marriott hotels around the world.

For more information or reservations, call TownePlace Suites Tucson Williams Centre hotel directly at 520-747-0720, the TownePlace Suites toll-free number at 800-257-3000, a travel agent or visit the Web site at www.towneplacesuites.com.

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