Griffin Gate Marriott Resort & Spa Celebrates Its 30th Anniversary

Experience a legacy of southern hospitality, tradition and sophistication in Lexington, KY

LEXINGTON, Ky., Oct. 11, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Transforming 220-plus acres of cattle farmland and green space into a world-class hotel and resort has proven to be one of Marriott's very best investments at Griffin Gate Marriott Resort & Spa. On October 19, 2011, the hotel in Lexington will celebrate its 30th anniversary, as well as commemorate its loyal staff and customers.

Griffin Gate was the first Marriott branded property in Lexington, and it symbolizes the very best qualities of Marriott's commitment to its communities and legacy of growth. With more than 400 Lexington, KY, hotel rooms, Griffin Gate Marriott Resort & Spa is the epitome of southern tradition and sophistication.

Griffin Gate Marriott Resort & Spa has the honor of including the unique 150 year-old historic two-story antebellum mansion as a unique venue for meeting and events on its property. With all of the gracious amenities, staff and services offered at the Griffin Gate Marriott Resort & Spa, such as the Rees Jones-designed golf course and the luxurious Spa at Griffin Gate, the resort has proven to be an iconic feature in the city of Lexington.

About Griffin Gate Marriott Resort & Spa

Enveloped by the rolling meadows of Bluegrass Country, one Lexington resort outshines other hotels in Lexington, KY, with its unmatched Southern hospitality. The Griffin Gate Marriott Lexington hotel is a true urban oasis, located close to area highways, yet secluded enough for guests to experience a scenic Lexington, KY, resort feel. Featuring the most meeting space of any Lexington hotel and conference center, Griffin Gate provides abundant choices for meetings and events. Choose from a climate-controlled pavilion, outdoor patio, golf course pavilion, traditional ballroom or the Mansion, a meticulously restored 19th century antebellum manor blending tradition and sophistication at this Lexington, KY, hotel. Don't forget to play some of the finest greens around at the Rees Jones-designed golf course, indulge in a treatment at The Spa at Griffin Gate or relax poolside with any of the great Kentucky vacation packages. Experience the charm of this hotel in Lexington, KY, and discover a resort that's a breed above.

For more information or to make a reservation, call 1-859-231-5100 or visit www.GriffinGateMarriott.com .

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