Originally Posted by
emanon256
To clarify, I am talking about Private Franchises, these are different than most of the franchises. Private franchises are not managed by, or use anything provided by Marriott, but have their own rules and are not technically part of Marriott other than by name.
And that is
NOT the case of the Phuket JW Marriott Resort and Spa. While it is owned by Royal Garden Development Ltd., it is managed by Marriott International Hotels, Inc.
Source:
http://www.jwmarriottphuket.com/efactsheet.pdf
Originally Posted by
emanon256
Most of the hotels do not fall into this category.
Actually I believe most of the Marriott properties that are franchises are not managed by Marriott. TTBOMK most, if not all, of the FI, CY, SHS, and RI franchises are separately owned and operated. I know the Vail Marriott Resort and Spa is owned by Diamond Rock Hospitality and managed by Vail Resorts.