Marriott Golf increases global expansion

Marriott Golf, the Global Golf Division of Marriott International, has expanded to it’s first golf resort property in Uruguay and two additional properties in Europe. The new additions, which include the Sheraton Colonia Golf Resort & Spa, in Uruguay; Pine Cliffs, a Luxury Collection Resort in the Algarve Region, Portugal, and the Westin La Quinta in Marbella, Spain, join Marriott Golf.

The Sheraton Colonia Golf Resort & Spa located in Colonia Del Sacramento, Uruguay, features a golf course situated among Uruguayan Eucalyptus trees, lakes and countryside with views of Colonia’s sunsets along the Rio De La Plata River.

Pine Cliffs, a Luxury Collection Resort in Albufeira, Portugal, is a multi-faceted property, including The Pine Cliffs Residence, Pine Cliffs Ocean Suites, the Annabel Croft Tennis Academy, and Pine Cliffs Golf Club and Academy.  The Cliffs Golf Course is a walking-only 9 hole course, situated on top of a sandstone cliff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Pine Cliffs Golf Course is a favorite for so many local and regional players, members and travelers, according to a press release.

The Westin La Quinta Golf Resort & Spa is located in the Mediterranean seaside city of Marbella, Spain. Featuring 27-holes divided into three distinct 9-hole courses, San Pedro, Ronda and, Guadaiza, the course was designed by Spanish golf architect and former Ryder Cup member Manuel Piñero.

“These newest additions to the Marriott International golf portfolio offer our Rewards members and all guests even more opportunities to combine world class travel experiences with great golf,” says Jim Keane, Senior Director, Golf Operations & Development Planning, Marriott International.

In keeping with Marriott’s commitment to environmental stewardship, the company will integrate the new properties by pursuing certification through the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program, and any future eco-friendly programs adopted by Marriott Golf.

This expansion news comes on the heels of Marriott Golf adding two new resort golf facilities in the South Pacific region to its portfolio, following Marriott International’s acquisition and integration of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide.