BOSTON, MA--(Marketwire - Nov 18, 2011) - There's nothing like spending Christmas time or New Year's Eve in Boston. One of the most beautiful cities is even more spectacular during December. The energy of this urban oasis, with its crisp air and festive lights, will put every visitor in the holiday spirit. And, from now through January 22^nd, the Boston Marriott Copley Place, a premier Boston Back Bay hotel, is inviting Marriott Rewards Members to see the sights and enjoy 15% off advance purchase weekend rates.

No matter what their interests are, guests will have so much to do, see, and savor while visiting Boston in December. Known for great shopping, restaurants, and gorgeous Victorian brownstones, Boston's Bay Back neighborhood is an ideal location for guests to hang their traveler's hat. In addition to well-known spots such as the John Hancock Tower and renowned universities, guests won't want to miss nearby art and theatrical performances, as well as the legendary Rockettes who are a hit with just about any age.

If planning a trip to Boston for New Year's Eve, guests at the Back Bay hotel will have prime access to the fantastic First Night Festival of the Arts. This day-long celebration held on December 31 includes music, dance, visual art, and film at numerous locations. But the fun doesn't stop there. Plan to be wowed with a Grand Procession down Boylston Street, huge ice sculptures around the city, and fireworks at midnight. For more information, visit www.firstnight.org.

Holiday travel calls for a spectacular location and first-rate amenities. That's why, when looking for hotels in downtown Boston, guests will find ideal accommodations at Boston Marriott Copley Place hotel. Centrally located in historic Back Bay, the hotel features a sports bar and restaurant, valet parking, well equipped fitness center, indoor pool, luxury guest rooms, and views of the Charles River. Before exploring Boston, enjoy your morning coffee from Starbucks or plan your day's events with family or friends in our five-story atrium-style lobby.

Terms & Conditions:

Participating locations only. Limited availability. Restrictions, including length of stay and blackout requirements, may apply. Promotion runs from November 1, 2011 to January 22, 2012. 7 day advance purchase required. Must stay Friday or Saturday night. Rates and discounts may be applied to one regular room per stay, per member, based on double occupancy on dates listed. A "hotel stay" or "stay" means all consecutive nights spent with Marriott by a registered Marriott Rewards member. Rates and discounts not available during special events. Offer not available to groups of 10 or more rooms. Tax is additional and rates may not be combined with any other offer or discount. Room rate does not apply to meeting rooms. Blackout dates may exist and advance reservations are required.

About Boston Marriott Copley Place Hotel
The award-winning Boston Marriott Copley hotel is centrally located in the historic Back Bay district. When looking for hotels in Back Bay, Boston, guests will find our location and amenities ideal. Our hotel features more than 1,000 rooms and 47 spacious suites, a full-service business center, and an on-site sports bar and restaurant to catch up with family, friends, and colleagues. We're close to Newbury Street shops, the Copley Place Mall, and historic Trinity Church and Boston Common. The hotel's 70,000 square-foot flexible event space is ideal for meetings, conferences, and tradeshows.

About Marriott Hotels & Resorts
Marriott Hotels & Resorts is Marriott International's signature and most widely distributed brand, with more than 500 hotels and resorts in 54 countries. Marriott continues to inspire performance and a balanced life on the road for discerning and high-achieving business and leisure travelers, offering warm, professional service; sophisticated yet functional guest room design; lobby spaces that facilitate working, dining and socializing; restaurants and bars serving international cuisine prepared simply and from the freshest ingredients; meeting and event spaces and services that are gold standard; and expansive, 24-hour fitness facilities. All Marriott hotels participate in the award winning Marriott Rewards frequent travel program that allows members to earn hotel points or airline miles for every dollar spent during each stay. For more information, visit www.MarriottHotels.com. Follow Marriott Hotels & Resorts on Twitter at www.twitter.com/MarriottHotels.