I tried both and was told that the airline has to book the hotel to get the rate. But it's ok, the Comfort Inn has free breakfast, Internet, shuttle service to the airport, and sounds like is walking distance from the training center and a Thai place, what more could a person want I hear it's about a $5 cab ride to the Marriott if one wishes to go meet the Atlas crew staying there. It's the best of all worlds I think.