Hotel Partners

Race Headquarters-Fairmont Hamilton Princess

Among the hibiscus and oleander, on the shores of the picturesque Hamilton Harbor, isThe Fairmont Hamilton Princess – the official race headquarters for the 2011 Bermuda International Race Weekend.

With 450 well-appointed guest rooms, fresh and saltwater swimming pools, two restaurants and a complimentary ferry to the sister hotel, Fairmont Southampton, The Fairmont Hamilton Princess is a luxury resort and an elegant tribute to the old world splendor that is Bermuda.

The Fairmont Hamilton Princess is as convenient as it is beautiful A short walk from Hamilton’s colorful downtown district and the marathon, half marathon and mile start and finish lines, it is also the location of the number pick-up, health & fitness expo, pasta party and awards/victory celebration.

Special race weekend rates begining at $239 per night plus taxs & grats. available January 11th - 19th 2011.  Please use group code RACE 11 when booking on line at www.Fairmont.com/hamilton or when calling 1-800-257-7544.

Grotto Bay Beach Resort

Explore all 21 acres of our naturally landscaped gardens and crystal cave pools. Feel the warm breezes of the Atlantic as you take in our panoramic views. Newly renovated and redecorated Oceanview and Oceanfront rooms feature balconies or patios and are a calm and comfortable retreat, lulling you to sleep after a day of balmy pleasures. Indulge in and savour our island cuisine, market fresh and always served to your liking in our tropical Palm Court or elegant Hibiscus restaurants. At Grotto Bay Beach Resort your pleasure is our guarantee.

Race weekend rates-$90 per day subject to government taxes and gratuities.

For information and reservations call: 1-800-582-3190 or go on line to www.grottobay.com

Health & Fitness Expo: 8 miles

10K start/finish: 6.5 miles

Marathon & Half Marathon start/finish: 7.75 miles

"Bermuda’s Best Value on the Beach"

Marathons Tours is offering exclusive, specially-priced travel packages at The Fairmont Hamilton Princess Hotel, race headquarters. The special packages include round-trip airport transfers, full breakfast and a welcome cocktail reception on Thursday evening for those arriving for the four-night package. Meet Marathon Tours staff and fellow runners at the welcome reception and other activities such as the Pasta Party and Awards Celebration. Customized packages and activities can also be arranged.

For more information please visit www.marathontours.com/bermuda, write to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 1-617-242-7845 (9:00 am to 5:30 pm EDT.)

Click here (http://www.marathontours.com/index.cfm/page/Slideshow/pid/10783) to see Marathon Tours' Bermuda International Race Weekend photo slide show.