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Starwood Hotels & Resorts
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WHITE PLAINS, NY – August 13, 2009 – Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announces the opening of Four Points by Sheraton Columbus Ohio Airport, the second of three Four Points by Sheraton prototype hotels to open so far this year in North America. The newly constructed hotel is also the first Four Points by Sheraton to open in Columbus and features the brand’s rejuvenated, contemporary look, complemented by classic and comfortable interior design elements refreshed for today’s self-sufficient traveler. Owned and managed by Darpan Management, Four Points by Sheraton Columbus Ohio Airport offers 110 spacious guest rooms with comfortable beds, popular extras such as free high-speed Internet and bottled water, and an engaging, social atmosphere.

The launch of the new Four Points by Sheraton prototype is a key part of the brand’s comprehensive, global rejuvenation campaign. In the past five years, Starwood and its partners have invested more than $1 billion to reinvent Four Points by Sheraton resulting in a 70 percent turnover of the portfolio driven by major property renovations, conversions and new-build hotels.

“We are delighted to introduce our refreshed, new look in the bustling city of Columbus, Ohio,” said Brian McGuinness, Senior Vice President, Specialty Select Brands for Starwood. “Our versatile and cost-efficient new prototype appeals not only to owners and developers, but also to guests who appreciate our updated approach to delivering uncomplicated comfort and simple sophistication.”

Highlights of the Four Points by Sheraton prototype include bright and bold design, clean architectural lines and warm, contemporary furnishings. Facilities include a state-of-the-art fitness center, heated indoor swimming pool, 1400 square-feet of flexible meeting space, and premium food and beverage facilities, including a full breakfast. At the end of the day, the hotel’s family room is the perfect spot to stay connected at Internet terminals and wind down with a local craft brew, courtesy of the popular Four Points by Sheraton Best Brews® program.

Stylish and practical, the hotel’s guest rooms feature a spacious work area, 32-inch flat screen television, free bottled water and complimentary high-speed Internet. Guests will also get a good night’s sleep in the signature Four Points by Sheraton Four Comfort Bed®, a luxurious ensemble including a plush mattress, assortment of pillows and stylish duvet.

Located just six minutes from baggage claim, Four Points by Sheraton Columbus Ohio Airport is conveniently located just east of downtown Columbus, not far from the shops and restaurants at Easton Town Center. The hotel offers easy access to a variety of sports venues and the corporate offices of Lane Aviation, Net Jets, Limited Brands and Nationwide Insurance. A short ride will take guests to leading attractions including the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, COSI, Columbus Crew Soccer Stadium and Zoombezi Bay Water Park.

About Four Points by Sheraton
Four Points by Sheraton, with 141 properties in 24 countries, offers the self-sufficient traveler a new kind of style and comfort combined with a spirited "can-do" service – all at an honest value. Four Points by Sheraton hotels are located in easy-to-reach areas – close to major airports, suburban centers, urban hot spots and resort and vacation destinations. Four Points’ Simple PleasuresSM program celebrates the little things in life that make a big difference in guests’ travel such as a great beer, a complimentary bottle of water, and a tasty treat at the end of a long day.

About Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is one of the leading hotel and leisure companies in the world with 960 properties in 97 countries and 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. 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.

(Note: This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of federal securities regulations. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance or events and involve risks and uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results or events to differ materially from those anticipated at the time the forward-looking statements are made. These risks and uncertainties are presented in detail in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Although we believe the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, we can give no assurance that our expectations will be attained or that results and events will not materially differ. We undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.)


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