ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. and SPRINGFIELD, Mo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 18, 2002--Springfield, Mo.-based John Q. Hammons Hotels, Inc. (AMEX:JQH) announced that following a $6 million renovation, the Crowne Plaza Pyramid in Albuquerque, N.M., was officially re-branded as the Albuquerque Marriott Pyramid North. Located at 5151 San Francisco Road, N.E., the property is owned and managed by John Q. Hammons Hotels, the nation's leading independent builder, developer, owner and manager of upscale full-service hotels, resorts and suites.
Ideally situated minutes from Albuquerque International Airport, the new Marriott is part of the Journal Center, the city's newest high-tech industrial and business complex. Conveniently located near many area companies, including General Mills, Honeywell and Intel, guests of the hotel also can take advantage of golf, skiing and tennis facilities nearby. Area attractions include the Sandia Peak Ski Area and Tramway, Historic Old Town, and the Rio Grande Zoo, Aquarium and Botanic Center.
John Q. Hammons Hotels' investment and conversion of this conveniently located Albuquerque property represents our commitment to exceeding each guest's expectations, said Mark Gundlach, general manager of the Albuquerque Marriott Pyramid North. The Marriott brand stands for first-class service and standards and the re-branding of this property elevates its status in the minds of both business and leisure travelers.
The Albuquerque Marriott Pyramid North offers 27,000 square feet of meeting space. For large-scale functions, the hotel features a 12,000-square-foot ballroom, ideal for banquets and corporate or social events. The Pyramid Ballroom boasts 17-foot ceilings and up to 16 breakout capabilities. Comprehensive audiovisual services and a fully equipped business center are also available to meet guests' needs. The 10-story hotel features 310 guest rooms, including 58 suites. Guest rooms are handsomely appointed and feature the Marriott Bed package. Other amenities include high-speed internet access, two-line telephones, voice mail and data ports, cable television with pay-per-view movies, in-room coffee and tea service, hair dryer, iron and ironing board.
The property also offers a concierge level with upgraded amenities, bathrobes and a concierge lounge serving daily continental breakfast and cocktails.
The hotel's fine dining restaurant, Sandia Grill, features contemporary southwestern cuisine, including steaks, seafood, chicken and pastas. Guests also may enjoy casual dining in the atrium at the Red Sky Cafe, offering a light fare menu with daily breakfast and lunch buffet. At the High Desert Lounge, guests may relax and enjoy a beverage next to the hotel's 50-foot cascading waterfall. A southwestern light fare menu also is available. Additional hotel amenities include a fitness center, jogging path, indoor/outdoor heated pool, whirlpool and sauna, gift shop, room service, laundry and complimentary parking.
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