JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Dec. 5, 2011-- Crestline Hotels & Resorts, Inc. today announced the appointment of Shannon Dearin as General Manager of the Courtyard by Marriott Jacksonville Butler Boulevard, FL.  The 137 guestroom hotel is located near Jacksonville Memorial Stadium, the Prime F. Osborn Convention Center, the Mayo Clinic and just 10 miles from Jacksonville beaches.

Ms. Dearin joins Crestline Hotels & Resorts from Fairfield Inn and Suites Jacksonville West.  She brings more than 13 years of hospitality operations and management experience to her new role, having also held positions with the Renaissance Resort World Golf Village, St. Augustine, FL and the Courtyard by Marriott Little Rock, AR.

"Shannon's extensive operations and service background give her an exceptional skill set to lead the team at the Courtyard by Marriott Jacksonville," said James Carroll, President & CEO, Crestline Hotels & Resorts.  "We look forward to her leadership," added Carroll.

Ms. Dearin holds a B.A. in Business Administration from Harding University, Searcy AR.  She is active in several industry associations. Ms. Dearin can be reached at [email protected].

About the Courtyard by Marriott Jacksonville
The Courtyard by Marriott Jacksonville is at 4670 Lenoir Avenue South, 24 miles from Jacksonville International Airport and eight miles from Jacksonville Craig Municipal Airport.  The hotel's 137 guestrooms and suites are well-appointed with luxury bedding, a large work desk, non-glare lighting and an ergonomic chair.  In addition guest rooms include complimentary wireless Internet service and in-room coffee makers.  For meetings there are two conference rooms offering 'green' meeting options and some 1,175 square feet of space.  Additional amenities and services include The Bistro, which is open daily for breakfast.  The hotel is a non-smoking facility.  For more information call: 904-296-2828 or visit online at www.marriott.com.

About Crestline Hotels & Resorts, Inc.
Crestline Hotels & Resorts, Inc. is one of the nation's largest independent hospitality management companies.  Founded in 2000, the company presently manages 47 hotels, resorts and conference and convention centers with nearly 8,400 rooms in 11 states and the District of Columbia.  Crestline Hotels & Resorts manages 9 independent properties in major US markets including Atlanta, Houston, Los Angeles and Washington D.C.  Crestline also manages properties under such well-regarded brands as Marriott, Hilton, Westin, Sheraton, and Crowne Plaza.  For more information visit:  www.crestlinehotels.com.

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