Multi-Million Dollar Guestroom Renovation Unveiled at Wakiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa Oceanfront Hawaii resort adds green environmental touch to Kealohilani Tower Honolulu (Vocus) September 2, 2008 Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa (http://www.marriottwaikiki.com), the recipient of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's ENERGY STAR award for three consecutive years and recently recognized on Travelocity's IgoUgo.com list of "10 Hotels Where Every Day is Earth Day," has completed a $28 million guestroom renovation project to its oceanfront Kealohilani Tower. WAIKIKI HOTEL WITH NEWLY REDESIGNED GUESTROOMS
"From the moment guests step off the elevators and walk through the hallways, they will experience dramatic enhancements that offer a fresh, island sense of place," said Chris Tatum, general manager of Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort and Spa. Key aspects of the newly redesigned guestrooms and suites in this Honolulu hotel include:
In addition to the enhancements in the Kealohilani Tower, the Waikiki beach resort's Paoakalani Tower features new guestroom amenities, including a 37-inch HDTV, jack pack, and mini refrigerator. "The Kealohilani Tower, with its fresh new additions, is the best place for guests to experience all our Oahu resort has to offer," said Tatum. "It's an exciting time as guests will also delight in Paul Brown's Spa Olakino * Salon, the 24-hour fitness center, award-winning sushi creations at Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar and d.k Steak House, newly opened Harley Davidson, Hertz Rental Car, and other fine shops and boutiques." WAIKIKI HOTEL WITH AN ENVIRONMENTAL TWIST
"Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa should be commended for embracing sustainability in every possible aspect of the oceanfront tower renovation," said Norman Hong, AIA, Group 70 vice chairman. "The oceanfront tower is a model for seamlessly incorporating sustainability without compromising luxury." "Many of our guests inquire about our Hawaii hotel's green initiatives which factor into their decision to stay at our Waikiki hotel," said Tatum. Prior to the installation of the new furniture and carpeting, the guestrooms were retrofitted with water saving components. Windows in all guestrooms and public space were tinted to help reduce the heat load as well as the demand for increased air conditioning. Highlights of the Waikiki beach resort's eco-friendly renovation include:
WAIKIKI BEACH MARRIOTT RESORT & SPA fronts the best stretch of Waikiki Beach. Conveniently located in the heart of Waikiki, the hotel offers 1,310 refurbished guest rooms and suites with private lanai providing spectacular views of world-famous Diamond Head and Waikiki Beach. Other amenities include Kuhio Beach Grill, featuring the best in Pacific Rim cuisine; Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar and d.k Steak House; Arancino di Mare Italian Restaurant; Moana Terrace, offering live Hawaiian entertainment nightly; Seattle's Best Coffee; Paul Brown's Spa Olakino * Salon; Faith Riding Company Surf School; two freshwater, heated swimming pools; 10-person whirlpool; 24-hour fitness facility; business center with 24-hour Internet access; high-speed and wireless Internet access throughout the resort's guest rooms and public spaces; shops and boutiques; and Hawaiian cultural activities. For more information, visit http://www.marriottwaikiki.com. Editor's Note: JPG images of the newly redesigned guestrooms available upon request. For More Information, Contact:
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