Starwood Preferred Guest Program Continues to Innovate Through the Introduction of Its New App for Android

STAMFORD, Conn. - (BUSINESS WIRE) - Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG), the award-winning loyalty program from Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT), introduces its new mobile application for Android designed to deliver a personalized experience for members across Starwood's nine distinct brands. The SPG App for Android is part of Starwood's ongoing commitment to tech innovation that meets the needs of today's connected global traveler. The new Android app caters to frequent travelers on the go, simplifying their travel in four key ways; enabling them to discover and book stays at 1,100 hotels around the world, access personalized benefits, manage their SPG accounts, and connect through integrated social media.

"We are constantly looking for ways to help members enhance their SPG experience, in and out of their hotel stay. With the introduction of the SPG App for Android, our members around the world have greater access in transit to browse, book and manage their SPG account," said Chris Holdren, Senior Vice President of Starwood Preferred Guest. "As constant connectivity becomes a greater need, mobile devices are becoming the preferred way to book travel, and providing a seamless guest experience is paramount."

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