OXNARD, CA— Sunstone Hotels has opened a 163-room Courtyard by Marriott here at 600 E. Esplanade Drive. The hotels central location just off Highway 101 puts business travelers just minutes away from Ventura Countys financial center while also offering access to many local sights and attractions. “We believe the hotel will play an important role in the community in meeting the needs of travelers and meeting planners seeking a moderately priced facility in the Oxnard/Ventura area,” said hotel General Manager Patrick Mullin. The Courtyard Oxnard/Ventura has redesigned its public space to include a business library featuring individual workstations with high-speed data ports and ergonomic chairs; The Market, a 24-hour “grab and go” food and beverage and sundries area, and a lounge where guests can work, meet and dine. The Courtyard also offers eight meeting rooms with more than 8,000 square feet of meeting space. Additional amenities include a full-service restaurant, a heated outdoor pool and whirlpool spa, a fitness center, wireless Internet in public areas, and complimentary high-speed Internet access in all guest and meeting rooms.