Marriott Selects Coca-Cola Over Pepsi as Beverage Partner
Marriott has selected Coca-Cola as its beverage partner over Pepsi, a decision reportedly influenced by guest preference data.
Springfield Holyoke, MA, October 21, 2026 —
Marriott has selected Coca-Cola as its beverage partner, choosing the company over Pepsi. The decision was reportedly influenced by data on guest preferences, according to the information provided about the change.
Details about the selection remain limited. The information does not specify when the decision was made, which Marriott properties or markets it covers, or when the partnership is expected to take effect. It also does not describe the preference data, explain how it was gathered, or identify who made the final selection.
The reported influence of guest preferences offers a stated reason for the choice, but no figures or other supporting details were provided. There is no information about how guests were surveyed, what beverages were included in the comparison, or whether other factors contributed to the decision. Marriott and the beverage companies’ statements about the selection were not included in the available summary.
The change establishes Coca-Cola as Marriott’s selected beverage partner in place of Pepsi, as described in the summary. The available information does not clarify whether the arrangement applies across the hotel company’s entire portfolio or only to a particular set of locations or services. It also does not identify any changes to menus, product availability, pricing, or existing agreements.
Without further details, the scope and practical effects of the selection cannot be determined. The reported role of guest preference data is the only explanation provided for Marriott’s decision; additional information about the agreement, its timing and its reach was not available.
Story summarized from the original created by EmilyAnn Jackman, Advance Local Express Desk on www.masslive.com, see more information here.
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