FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON GATINEAU-OTTAWA

UNVEILS A REFRESHED LOOK

Fresh new look for the hotel and celebratory rates available this summer!

Gatineau, QC. (June 28, 2011) – The Four Points by Sheraton Hotel & Conference Centre Gatineau-Ottawa boasts a new look, after completing a multi-million dollar renovation. Managed by Atlific Hotels, the hotel has unveiled a new guest room design, a refreshed pool and fitness area, a revamped lobby with complimentary morning coffee service and L’Ardoise; the hotel’s innovative new open concept restaurant.

The redesign of the hotel includes a transformation of the hotel’s 201 guest rooms with a focus on guest comfort. Guest rooms now feature flat screen televisions and free Wi-Fi and wired high speed Internet. The new walk-in showers and increased desk space provide the perfect balance between work and relaxation. All rooms feature the signature Four Points by Sheraton Four Comfort Bed™ with a luxurious duvet.

Under the direction of Executive Chef Gabrielle Sexton, the hotel’s new restaurant and lounge L’Ardoise provides a culinary experience to suit every taste. The menu is inspired by the slow food movement featuring classics such as gourmet burgers, sandwiches, salads and mouth-watering ribs all with a twist to appeal to the most discerning palate. The menu features clean, simple flavours and seasonal ingredients.  For guests with a taste for beer, the lounge boasts an impressive list of Best Brews^TM from around the world and around the corner.

The Four Points Gatineau front desk, lobby, pantry and indoor heated swimming pool all feature a refreshed look for guests. The welcoming new design of the lobby invites guests to sit back and relax in the comfortable seating while enjoying a cup of fresh coffee.

“Four Points by Sheraton Gatineau-Ottawa is a great representation of our brand’s contemporary look and feel,” said Julie Belanger, general manager. “We are delighted to unveil the new look of our restaurant and upgraded facilities, all designed to create an open, relaxing setting for visitors to the capital region!”

The hotel is inviting visitors to the Ottawa area to come see the new look with a special rate of $115 per night on stays through August 31, 2011. The special rate is available for arrivals every day of the week throughout the summer. The rate is priced per room, per day, based on single/double occupancy and availability. To book call 1-866-716-8133 and ask for rate plan SORN or visit the hotel offers page at www.fourpoints.com/gatineau.

Four Points by Sheraton Hotel & Conference Centre Gatineau-Ottawa is located directly across the street from the Canadian Museum of Civilization and overlooks Parliament Hill. The hotel offers 201 guestrooms and 11 flexible & unique meeting rooms. Offering guests the simple pleasures they look for, including a comfortable bed, free Internet, a free bottle of water in each room, a delicious breakfast, fresh coffee and great local beer. The Four Points provides the convenience of a lobby pantry and computer, indoor heated pool, fitness room and the fresh new restaurant & lounge, L’Ardoise.  In the heart of the action, this hotel is the ideal choice for both business and leisure travel. We are focused on making guests feel comfortable with a friendly, flexible approach and can-do-service at a price they deserve.   For more information please visit www.fourpointsgatineau.com or “Like” the hotel on Facebook.

About Four Points by Sheraton:  Great Hotels. Great Rates: With 157 Four Points hotels in 26 countries and territories, travelers can find a great stay with modern style, genuine service and timeless comfort they’re looking for, all around the world. From Santiago to Shanghai and Milan to Milwaukee, Four Points hotels can be found in big urban centers, by the airport, near the beach, and in the suburbs. Fourpoints.com

About Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is one of the leading hotel and leisure companies in the world with 1051 properties in 100 countries and territories with 145,000 employees at its owned and managed properties. Starwood Hotels is a fully integrated owner, operator and franchisor of hotels, resorts and residences with the following internationally renowned brands: St. Regis®, The Luxury Collection®, W®, Westin®, Le Méridien®, Sheraton®, Four Points® by Sheraton, and the recently launched Aloft®, and Element SM.  The company boasts one of the industry’s leading loyalty programs, Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG), allowing members to earn and redeem points for room stays, room upgrades and flights, with no blackout dates. Starwood Hotels also owns Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., one of the premier developers and operators of high quality vacation interval ownership resorts. For more information, please visit www.starwoodhotels.com.

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