Executive Lounge Now Open at Pune Business Hotel

PUNE, INDIA--(Marketwire - Apr 13, 2012) - Situated on the top floor of Courtyard by Marriott Pune City Centre, the gold standard among hotels in Pune, India, is the new Executive Lounge. With a panoramic view of the city, the lounge is meant for guests to relax while they work, or for those wishing to spend their leisure time in a tranquil setting.

When it comes to business hotels, Pune offers several options, but the new Executive Lounge solidifies Courtyard by Marriott Pune City Centre's place at the top. The hotel is located right in the midst of the corporate, lifestyle and social hub of the city and reflects Marriott's legendary hospitality. The Executive Lounge takes these service offerings to the next level.

Catering to the needs of the business traveler, the Executive Lounge is the perfect choice for guests to hold important meetings and conduct private events. It provides a comfortable office setting away from the corporate landscapes.

The Executive Lounge boasts of an interior of contemporary design with vibrant hues. Using the colours of burgundy, orange and green, the lounge is all about "Refreshing Business" and providing the warmest, most efficient hospitality among Pune, India hotels. The hues and the design relax and rejuvenate guests to conduct meetings or a business rendezvous at any time, as it is open through all hours of the day.

The Lounge is fully equipped with alcoves that are designed to help guests work productively even when they are away from their workplace, offering business travellers everything they need to be at their best.

Delicious delectables are served to the guests of the Executive Lounge through the day, including exclusive offerings for Gold and Platinum Marriott Rewards members. The Executive Lounge also offers Happy Hour to local walk-in guests from 6.30pm to 8.30pm where they are served beverages from amongst the House Brand selections.

Located on the top floor, the Executive Lounge offers the perfect reprieve for the business traveler in you, and only adds to the hotel's reputation as one of the best Pune hotel deals.

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