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Courtyard by Marriott opens in the capital of Uzbekistan

23 December 2020

Grand Opening of the first Marriott International hotel chain in Uzbekistan – Courtyard by Marriott Tashkent Hotel, took place on 22 December 2020 in the capital of Uzbekistan, Tashkent.

Marriott International hotel chain has over 1100 hotels in more than 50 countries.

The ceremony was opened by the Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the State Committee for Tourism Development Aziz Abdukhakimov. The Deputy Prime Minister highlighted the increase in the number of hotels in Uzbekistan’s provinces due to the government funds allocated from the state budget to investors in the tourism sector during the coronavirus pandemic. He mentioned that the funds are provided to cover a part of the cost of building and equipping hotels. 40 million soums are allocated for a room in a 3-star hotel and 65 million soums for a room in a 4-star hotel projects.

The General Manager of the hotel, Alexander Bakanov, also had a speech at the opening ceremony. He expressed gratitude to the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev for the support of the country's tourism industry, in the meantime also mentioned those who participated in the construction and preparation for the opening of the hotel with great appreciation.

The Courtyard by Marriott Tashkent has accommodation of 131 rooms, 5 conference halls, 2 restaurants, Ugolyok Terrace and 2 bars with European and national cuisine. The hotel also has a swimming pool and fitness center.

On the website of the hotel chain you can now find the following description of The Courtyard by Marriott Tashkent:

“Courtyard by Marriott Tashkent welcomes you to Uzbekistan's iconic capital city with 4-star sophistication and a prime location in the heart of Tashkent business district. All our accommodation offers Wi-Fi internet, desks with comfortable chairs, mini- refrigerators and cozy bathrooms with makeup mirrors. Some also include balconies with views over the old town and mountains. Our hotel offers 5 multi-use event rooms suitable for VIP business meetings as well as private banquets and training sessions. Hotel guests enjoy exquisite dining choices, from our MEATme all-day dining restaurant and Ugolёk Terrace to our cozy lobby bar with private cabins and individual TV, high floor Lounge bar. You'll never have to skip a workout, thanks to our hotel's well-equipped fitness studio and pool. Whether you are in Tashkent for business or pleasure, Courtyard by Marriott Tashkent, offers everything you need to follow your passions. A memorable stay awaits you at the 4-star Courtyard by Marriott Tashkent”.

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