Charleston Historic District Hotel Is Keen to Be Green

CHARLESTON, SC--(Marketwire - May 16, 2011) - Experience the nostalgia of historic Charleston at a distinctive Charleston downtown hotel, where guests can take advantage of special eco-friendly hotel packages that include "Lightning Bug" travel fun perfect for downtown Charleston adventures.

There'll be no need to leave a carbon footprint with the "Be Keen and Go Green" package at the Courtyard Charleston Historic District hotel as guests here have access to the fun and friendly Lightning Bugz electric low speed vehicles for touring this mystic southern beauty. Touring the city in these unique vehicles is easy and helps this Historic All-American City maintain its pristine appeal and ageless beauty. Known for its Southern charm, historic attractions and endless offerings as a food-lovers paradise, Charleston is an exciting destination and the Courtyard Charleston is doing its share in preserving the city's 300-plus years of rich American heritage by providing eco-friendly accommodations and amenities.

Travelers utilizing the "Be Keen and Go Green" package at this Charleston, SC hotel's historic district location will enjoy overnight accommodations, a tote bag with sun block, detailed map of Charleston outlining unique alleyways, attractions and city parking, breakfast for two in the Courtyard's own Bistro and 24-hour access to the hotel's Lightning Bugz vehicle. These street legal machines are perfect for safe and easy navigation through the city's prominent historic district. Additional information about these unique touring machines may be seen at http://www.lightningbugzlsv.com/lsvs.html.

Charleston travelers can book "Be Keen and Go Green" accommodations online at http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/chshd-courtyard-charleston-historic-district/ by using promotional code TRS or by calling 1-800-228-9290.

At this distinctive Courtyard property, southern travelers are invited to experience meticulous guest rooms and hotel suites in Charleston, SC that place them amidst fascinating cultural and historical attractions, exciting boutique shopping opportunities, luscious cuisine, majestic homes and gardens and sparkling cityscapes for a southern travel experience like no other. A popular venue for Charleston, SC wedding receptions, the hotel is poised with gracious southern charm and a staff of skilled professionals to provide unsurpassed service.

*Rates are per room per night and valid seven days a week through 12/30/11 based on availability at the time of reservation. Offer does not apply to groups of 10 or more rooms and may not be combined with other discounts or promotions. Please visit hotel website for additional terms and conditions.

About the Courtyard Charleston Historic District Hotel

The Courtyard Charleston Historic District hotel offers the Courtyard's new lobby design for an open and inviting atmosphere where guests can work and/or relax individually utilizing flexible media pods with complimentary high-speed Internet access, the Courtyard's signature GoBoard for access to news and local information and well-designed areas for meeting with friends and associates. Whether traveling to Charleston for business or leisure, this all-new Courtyard property is an ideal hotel destination.