BETHESDA,MD. - August 12, 2008 - In a recent survey of consumers conducted by the Reputation Institute, Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) earned a #1 ranking among all companies in the services category in the United States. Marriott was the only lodging company listed in the top 30 of the "75 most reputable companies in the U.S."

"We are honored to be recognized as a respected company with a long tradition of integrity, honesty and fairness," said J.W. Marriott, Jr., chairman and CEO of Marriott International. "We are proud of our reputation for upholding the highest standards, whether it's how we do business, supporting our communities or taking care of our guests and associates."

The Global Pulse 2008 study was conducted to measure corporate reputation through the four indicators of reputation "“ trust, esteem, admiration, and good feeling. The Global Pulse is the only study that compares company standings against each other within a country, industry or around the world, and provides corporate executives with a fuller understanding of how they are perceived by stakeholders in the marketplace.

For a complete list, go to Global Pulse 2008.

About Reputation Institute (RI)
Reputation Institute is the leading international organization devoted to advancing knowledge about corporate reputations and to providing professional assistance to companies interested in measuring and managing their reputations proactively. Founded in 1997, Reputation Institute has been and remains a pioneer and global leader in the development of measurement tools and in offering advice and counsel to leading companies around the world.

Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) is a leading lodging company with more than 3,000 lodging properties in the United States and 66 other countries and territories. The company is headquartered in Bethesda, Md., and has approximately 151,000 employees. In fiscal year 2007, Marriott International reported sales from continuing operations of $13 billion. For more information or reservations, please visit our web site at www.marriott.com.

Marriott International, Inc.

Marriott International, Inc.

Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) is a leading lodging company based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, with more than 3,800 properties in 72 countries and territories and reported revenues of nearly $12 billion in fiscal year 2012.

The company operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts under 18 brands, including Marriott Hotels, The Ritz-Carlton, JW Marriott, Bulgari, EDITION, Renaissance, Gaylord Hotels, Autograph Collection, AC Hotels by Marriott, Courtyard, Fairfield Inn & Suites, SpringHill Suites, Residence Inn, TownePlace Suites, Marriott Executive Apartments, Marriott Vacation Club, Grand Residences by Marriott and The Ritz-Carlton Destination Club.

There are approximately 325,000 employees at headquarters, managed and franchised properties. Marriott is consistently recognized as a top employer and for its superior business operations, which it conducts based on five core values: put people first, pursue excellence, embrace change, act with integrity, and serve our world. For more information or reservations, please visit our website at www.marriott.com, and for the latest company news, visit www.marriottnewscenter.com.

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