Philadelphia Marriott Downtown opened its doors on January 27, 1995 one block from City Hall in the heart of Center City. Referred to as the palace on Market Street and known for its impressive event capabilities and signature hospitality, the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown is the largest hotel in Pennsylvania and 5th largest Marriott in the United States. The Philadelphia Marriott has been a staple in the community, employing thousands of associates over the past 30 years, majority being Philadelphians. The Philadelphia Marriott is honored to recognize 37 charter members, who have been dedicated employees since the hotel's inception, during a celebratory event at the end of this month.
PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On January 27, 1995, Philadelphia Marriott Downtown opened its doors one block from City Hall in the heart of Center City. Over the past 30 years, Philadelphia Marriott Downtown has been referred to as the palace on Market Street and become known for its impressive event capabilities and signature hospitality.
Designed by Bower Lewis Thrower Architects, the 23-story Philadelphia Marriott opened with 1,200 rooms and more than 85,000 square feet of meeting space. Later acquired in 1999, was the Headhouse Tower, increasing to over 1,400 guest rooms and nearly 100,000 square feet of event space, making it the largest hotel in Pennsylvania and 5th largest Marriott in the United States. The hotel includes a 34,000-square-foot ballroom, a 32,000-square-foot exhibition hall, 27 conference rooms, and three permanent board rooms. Connected by a skywalk to the Pennsylvania Convention Center, the Philadelphia Marriott is the convention headquarters for many major events in downtown Philly.
The Philadelphia Marriott has been a staple in the community, employing thousands of associates over the past 30 years, majority being Philadelphians. The Philadelphia Marriott is honored to recognize 37 charter members, who have been dedicated employees since the hotel's inception, during a celebratory event at the end of this month. Select dignitaries and members of the media have been invited to attend. Inquiries are welcome.
"It's a time to not only celebrate the hotel, but more importantly all of the associates, both past and present, that made this property everything it is today," said Philadelphia Marriott General Manager Ken Reed. "Many of those associates were born and raised here in Philadelphia. This hotel is truly a part of the fabric of our city."
Today the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown offers a fully renovated product, where the well-known mixes with the never-before-seen, offering a variety of creative ways to experience conferences, meetings, and the city itself. Stunning event spaces able to accommodate any event from intimate business meetings to large gatherings exceed the highest expectations. Welcoming its guests to unexpected delights around every corner – from fun and games at the arcade and bowling alley to innovative culinary experiences and an impressive art gallery featuring local Philly artists, the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown is a place where guests can discover more, then rediscover everything.
About Marriott Hotels
With over 590 hotels and resorts in 70 countries and territories around the world, Marriott Hotels continues to elevate the art of hospitality – placing people first is the brand's living legacy – ensuring guests always feel deeply cared for throughout their stay. Marriott Hotels raises the bar by consistently delivering heartfelt service, with modern, comfortable spaces, and by providing experiences elevated beyond the everyday. As global travelers needs and expectations evolve, so does Marriott Hotels, leading the industry with innovations including the Greatroom lobby and Mobile Guest Services that embrace style, design, and technology. For more information, please visit marriotthotels.com, and stay connected on Facebook, @marriott on X, and @marriotthotels on Instagram. Marriott Hotels is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy®, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments, and unparalleled benefits including free nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit marriottbonvoy.com.
About Marriott International:
Marriott International, Inc. is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of nearly 9,100 properties across more than 30 leading brands in 142 countries and territories. Marriott operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts all around the world. The company offers Marriott Bonvoy®, its highly awarded travel program. For more information, please visit our website at www.marriott.com. In addition, connect with us on Facebook and @MarriottIntl on X and Instagram.
Media Contact
Jackie Weisenberg, Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, 1 215-625-2900, [email protected], philadelphiamarriott.com
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