Westin Hotels Ban Smoking

December 5, 2005

Westin Hotels Ban Smoking
December 5, 2005 – Westin Hotels & Resorts announced Monday that it will ban smoking in all rooms, restaurants, bars and public areas at its 77 U.S., Canadian and Caribbean properties starting in January. Guests may smoke only on balconies or in other outdoor areas.

According to USA Today, Westin research shows that 92 percent of its guests request a non-smoking room.

The policy reflects "a demand from guests for a smoke-free hotel experience," says Sue Brush, Westin senior vice president. "Nobody likes to walk into a smoky guest room – not even smokers."

To prepare for the new era, Westin’s 2,400 U.S., Canadian and Caribbean smoking rooms will be deep-cleaned and get new air filters.