Toronto Airport Hotel Celebrates 25th Anniversary

TORONTO--(Marketwire - Jul 26, 2011) - Celebrating its continuing "Spirit to Serve," the award-winning Toronto Airport Marriott marks its 25th Anniversary this year; initially opening its doors as Canada's first full service Marriott on September 17, 1986.

Distinctive among Toronto Airport luxury hotels, the Toronto Airport Marriott is admired for its legacy of service excellence and has been honoured by Marriott International with the coveted "Spirit to Serve Our Communities" Award in 2005 and 2006. Maintaining that same spirit of service in every aspect of its daily operations, the hotel was also honoured with the "Outstanding Engineering Department of the Year" Award in 2006.

Equally dedicated to community service, this year also marks the 10^th anniversary for the Mississauga hotel's Children's Miracle Network Gala with all proceeds directly benefiting Toronto's Sick Kids Hospital. Constant in its delivery of the Marriott's 'Spirit To Serve' philosophy, the Toronto airport hotel is also proud of the fact that more than 65 percent of the hotel's dedicated associates have attained more than 15 years of service.

Conveniently located just minutes from Toronto Pearson International Airport, this YYZ Airport hotel's location and luxury accommodations are a perfect match for both business and leisure travelers. Staying abreast of the times has required continual updates and renovation of the hotel's 424 meticulously-kept guest rooms and suites as well as 20,000 square feet of event space. Additionally, after serving the hotel property as signature restaurants for 21 years, Toucan's and Mikado were both closed in 2007 to make way for the impressive new Bistro West by East, Marriott's new restaurant/bar concept. Now, guests enjoy flavourful Canadian-inspired cuisine in an upscale and vibrant setting. Other recent improvements include the introduction of the Marriott's Revive bedding collection in 2005, the addition of 4,000 square feet of state-of-the-art event space in 2007, renovation of guest rooms in 2008 and improvements to the hotel's onsite fitness centre in 2010. Currently, the Toronto Airport Marriott is upgrading its exciting offering of hotel suites to better meet the needs of busy travelers.

About the Toronto Airport Marriott Hotel

The Toronto Airport Marriott Hotel is a sophisticated hotel offering opulent accommodations, exceptional service and lavish amenities. Guests enjoy complimentary airport shuttle service and convenient access to Toronto's exciting downtown and other popular attractions. Welcoming guests with affordable luxury, the hotel offers an outstanding array of dedicated airport hotel deals in Toronto, including the outstanding Marriott Rewards program so travelers can take advantage of travel savings and discounts.