San Diego – Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy has opened with 334 rooms. The hotel features a restaurant, a pool, a fitness center and 10,000 square feet of meeting space.

Xian, China — Four Points by Sherton Xi’an Bell Tower has opened; it is the 100th for the brand in the country. Located in the heart of the city center, the hotel is a short walk from a metro station and about 24 miles from the airport. The property offers a lobby lounge, an all-day restaurant, 5,490 square feet of meeting space, a 24-hour fitness center and a self-service laundry room.