St. Louis, MO November 8, 2007 -- The 2008 BMW Championship is ten months away and tickets are sure to go quickly for one of golf's most anticipated tournaments. St. Louis Marriott West is now offering cutting edge Saint Louis accommodations, perfect for spectators attending this acclaimed event.

The BMW Championship is the core of a six-year partnership agreement between BMW, the PGA TOUR and the Western Golf Association (WGA). The event is the third of four PGA TOUR playoff tournaments that culminate with the new FedEx Cup competition.

The tournament is being held at Bellerive Country Club in St. Louis from September 4-7, 2008. Tickets went on sale Monday, November 5, 2007 at 12 a.m. CST. Weekly grounds books are $225, while the volunteer package is $125.

With 2,600 volunteers needed for the week event, volunteers must commit to three, half day shifts and one training session. Volunteers will gain firsthand exposure to the inner workings of the BMW Championship and collect event merchandise including two 2008 BMW Championship golf shirts, one wind shirt, one cap or visor, one commemorative volunteer pin, as well as one invitation to the Volunteer Appreciation Party.

With so many people coming to St. Louis for the tournament, the St. Louis, MO hotel suggests making travel plans well in advance. The city will be buzzing with excitement come next autumn and the Marriott is already preparing for the occasion. With a pristine lakeside backdrop that features an outdoor patio overlooking fountains and wooded walking trails, this hotel offers a secluded escape.

Accommodating Saint Louis lodging offers guests upgraded amenities complete with spacious rooms, work stations, and separate sitting areas. Marble and tile bathrooms complement luxurious guest rooms, while new plush bedding packages promise a refreshing night of sleep.

Regatta Grille Restaurant in St. Louis is known for crisp, classic American cuisine, served overlooking the soothing water, while the ultra-casual Regatta Bar serves up traditional bar food surrounded by TV screens showcasing sports and news.

For whatever reason one might choose to come to St. Louis, there is only one place to stay. Let St. Louis Marriott West show you a new side of luxury.