ALEXANDRIA, VA -- (Marketwire) -- 01/10/13 -- January 2013 marks the second inauguration of President Barack Obama, and preparations are underway throughout the Washington, D.C. area. Local hotels are getting ready for the arrival of many guests for this historic event, and the Courtyard by Marriott Pentagon South is no exception. The hotel is proud to offer comfortable guest rooms at special rates ranging from $169-$329 (plus tax) for accommodations in Alexandria, VA.

Offering access to the event is paramount to the property. "We understand that times are still difficult for the American public and we want to offer them a more economical option for hotel rooms during this time, so that they can witness this event," said Director of Sales and Marketing, Angela Carrick Calloway.

Conveniently located in Alexandria, VA, just off of Interstate 395, the Courtyard Alexandria Pentagon South underwent a complete renovation in 2012. The hotel is also situated close to exciting D.C. destinations for both business and leisure guests -- less than 10 miles from the Capitol and the National Mall.

The hotel's complimentary shuttle offers pick-up/drop-off for guests from a nearby Metro stop (and/or to DCA National Reagan Airport). The Metro is the most efficient and economical way to get in and out of the District on the day of the Inauguration. For larger tour groups, the Courtyard by Marriott Pentagon South also offers limited coach bus parking, as well.

When the Inauguration is over, guests can enjoy the other delights of the area. Old Town Alexandria, which is located on the Potomac River, is a 10-minute drive away from the Courtyard and offers an assortment of Alexandria, VA, restaurants, ice cream stores, retail shops and a number of historic sites. Old Town is also a popular departure point for a number of riverboat companies offering cruises along the Potomac River into D.C. or across the river to the National Harbor in nearby Maryland.

This Alexandria, VA, hotel with restaurant also boasts high scores with their guests on TripAdvisor. They rank number 5 out of 50 hotels in Alexandria on TripAdvisor. This can all be credited to the excellent service and dedication provided by their team of employees.

For further information on availability, please contact Angela Carrick Calloway at angela.carrick@hhmlp.com or by phone at 703-751-4510 x 2118.

About the Courtyard Alexandria Pentagon South

Guests are invited to experience one of the finest Alexandria, VA, hotels in the Washington, D.C. area at Courtyard Alexandria Pentagon South, located in close proximity to the Pentagon, new BRAC/DOD government office, White House, United States Capitol building and all the famous monuments and museums. This conveniently located property features 196 well-appointed guest rooms and seven spacious suites on 11 floors, plus five meeting rooms for a total of 2,125 square feet of meeting space -- making this hotel a popular choice among Alexandria, VA, meeting venues.

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