Bethesda, Maryland – July 12, 2011 – Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR; www.marriott.com ) opened the 81-suite TownePlace Suites by Marriott in Williamsport, Pennsylvania on Wednesday, July 6, 2011.  Located at 10 West Church Street, the TownePlace Suites Williamsport will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned by George Tsunis - Chartwell Church Street and operated by Chartwell Hotels, LLC.

Whether traveling for business or pleasure, the TownePlace Suites Williamsport offers its guests convenient access to Little League Baseball Headquarters, Clyde Peelings Reptileland, Hiawatha Paddlewheel Riverboat and the Community Arts Center.  Rates vary depending on length of stay.

“We are pleased to introduce TownePlace Suites hotels in the Williamsport 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, modern furnishings and separate living/working and sleeping areas.

The TownePlace Suites Williamsport offers a 24-hour business center, free local phone calls and two-line telephones/data ports/voicemail.  Guest facilities include guest laundry, an indoor pool, In a Pinch Market, fitness center, an outdoor barbecue area, 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.

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 Williamsport hotel directly at 570-567-7467, 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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