October 2002












  Washington Diplomat
  PO Box 1345
  Wheaton, MD 20915
  Tel: 301.933.3552
  Fax: 301.949.0065








Washington-Area Hotels Serving the Diplomatic Community

Days Inn
4400 Connecticut Ave., NW
Washington, D.C. 20008
Phone
(202) 244-5600
Toll Free
(800) 852-3060
Fax
(202) 966-9597
Web site
www.the.daysinn.com/washington06507
General Manager
Jamie Howser
Embassy Contact
Effie Frankowski
Rooms and Suites
155 rooms
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
One small meeting room with 350 sq. ft. accommodating 25ótheater-style
Other Relevant Information Spacious guest rooms, one block to Metro, two blocks from International Drive, on-site parking garage at moderate charge, high-speed Internet service in every room, 2001 Chairman Award winner, special embassy rates

Doubletree Hotel and Executive Meeting Center Rockville
1750 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852
Phone
(301) 468-1100
Toll Free
(800) 222-TREE
Fax
(301) 468-0163
Web site
www.doubletreerockville.com
General Manager
Ed Proenza
Embassy Contact
Laura Harper, assistant director of sales
Rooms and Suites
297 guest rooms, 18 suites
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
21 function rooms totaling 20,000 sq. ft.
Other Relevant Information The new state-of-the-art Executive Meeting Center is certified by the International Association of Conference Centers.

Embassy Suites Hotel Crystal City ó National Airport
1300 Jefferson Davis Highway
Arlington, VA 22202
Phone
(703) 979-9799
Fax
(703) 920-5947
Web site
www.embassysuitesdcmetro.com
General Manager
Dominic Alcolino
Embassy Contact
Mekdim Yemane
Rooms and Suites
267 suites
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
6,000 sq. ft.
Other Relevant Information $169 diplomat rate, complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast daily, nightly managerís reception with complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, complimentary shuttle to Ronald Reagan National Airport

Embassy Suites ó Tysons Corner
8517 Leesburg Pike
Vienna, VA 22182
Phone
(703) 883-0707
Fax
(703) 760-9842
Web site
www.embassysuitesdcmetro.com/tysonscorner
General Manager
Yvonne Jeziorski
Embassy Contact
Charlie Hill
Rooms and Suites
234 two-room suites
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
1,700 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space
Other Relevant Information Each suite includes a large living room with wet bar, microwave, refrigerator, game table for four and queen-size sofa bed. A separate king-size bedroom is attached. All suites also have two color televisions, two phones with two phone lines and Internet connection. Enjoy our complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast and nightly managerís reception.

Georgetown Inn
1310 Wisconsin Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20007
Phone
(202) 333-8900
Toll Free
(800) 368-5922
Fax
(202) 337-4250
Web site
www.georgetowninn.com
Embassy Contact
Teran Judd
Rooms and Suites
96 rooms and three suites
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
One
Other Relevant Information Beautiful European-style boutique hotel

Governorís House Hotel
1615 Rhode Island Ave., NW
Washington, D.C. 20036
Phone
(202) 296-2100
Toll Free (800) 821-4367
Fax
(202) 331-0227
Web site
www.governorshousehotelwdc.com
General Manager
Steve Wieder
Embassy Contact
Jorge Mesones
Rooms and Suites
120 rooms and 29 suites; most suites with pantry
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
Total of six banquet and reception rooms for 30 and up to 120
Other Relevant Information The Governorís House Hotel is testimony to Washingtonís unique hospitality, featuring spacious rooms with elegant appointments in an atmosphere of gentility. The hotel enjoys a central location on Embassy Row, making the hotel ideal for the diplomatic or business traveler as guests may walk to many U.S. government agencies and the State Department, IMF and the downtown business district. The Governorís House is fully outfitted with contemporary amenities including WebTV, dual-line phones, data ports, iron/ironing boards, refrigerators and well-lit desks and work areas.

The Hamilton Crowne Plaza
14th and K Streets, NW
Washington, D.C. 20005
Phone
(202) 682-0111
Toll Free (800) 637-3788
Fax
(202) 218-7601
Web site
www.hamiltoncrowneplazawashingtondc.com
General Manager
Ralph Polanec
Embassy Contact
Delphyn Weber-Martin
Rooms and Suites
318 newly renovated guest rooms, 17 king suites
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
6,700 sq. ft. of meeting space accommodating 10 to 300 guests
Other Relevant Information Franklin Exchange Restaurant and Lounge, concierge, valet parking, fitness center, multilingual staff, high-speed Internet access

Hilton Washington D.C. North/Gaithersburg
620 Perry Parkway
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Phone
(301) 977-8900
Toll Free (800) 599-5111
Fax
(301) 869-8597
Web site
www.gaithersburg.hilton.com
General Manager
Richard Johnson
Embassy Contact
Geoffrey Mason
Rooms and Suites
301
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
14,000 sq. ft.
Other Relevant Information Located at the top of Montgomery Countyís high-tech corridor and only 20 miles from our nationís capital, the Hilton Washington D.C. North/Gaithersburg provides superior service, extraordinary amenities and incredible values. Stay with us once and youíll see why our guests return time after time.

Hilton Washington Embassy Row
2015 Massachusetts Ave., NW
Washington, D.C. 20036
Phone
(202) 265-1600
Toll Free (800) HILTONS
Fax
(202) 332-4870
Web site
www.hilton.com
General Manager
Gary Lashley
Embassy Contact
Joy Whiddon
Rooms and Suites
193 rooms including 21 suites
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
8,480 sq. ft. total including one large ballroom on the mezzanine level, featuring views of Massachusetts Avenue through indoor and outdoor terraces
Other Relevant Information Located on the fashionable "Embassy Row," the Hilton Washington Embassy Row is perfect for hosting delegations and National Day celebrations.

Holiday Inn Georgetown
2101 Wisconsin Ave., NW
Washington, D.C. 20007
Phone
(202) 338-4600
Fax
(202) 338-4458
Web site
www.higeorgetown.com
General Manager
Linda Eagon
Embassy Contact
Ella Savon
Rooms and Suites
292 rooms and four suites
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
5,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeti ng space, one ballroom that accommodates up to 300 people
Other Relevant Information Experienced bilingual sales manager, special embassy rates all year round

Hotel Lombardy
2019 Pennsylvania Ave., NW
Washington, D.C. 20006
Phone
(202) 857-3910
Toll Free (800) 424-5486
Fax
(202) 296-8959
Web site
www.hotellombardy.com
General Manager
Reinhold Schulz
Embassy Contact
Gunes Asselberghs
Rooms and Suites
130 rooms
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
Three meeting rooms
Other Relevant Information In-house cafÈ, Venetian Room, bar and lounge

Hotel Washington
515 15th St., NW
Washington, D.C. 20004
Phone
(202) 638-5900
Toll Free (800) 424-9540
Fax
(202) 638-1595
Web site
www.hotelwashington.com
General Manager
Wally Harb
Rooms and Suites
344
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
17,000 sq. ft.
Other Relevant Information Rooftop terrace open for lunch and dinner (May to October)

Hyatt Regency Bethesda
One Bethesda Metro Center
Wisconsin Avenue at Old Georgetown Road
Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone
(301) 657-1234
Toll Free (800) 233-1234
Fax
(301) 657-6437
Web site
www.bethesda.hyatt.com or www.hrbcatering.com
General Manager
Phil Tufano
Embassy Contact
Rosemarie Tolbert
Rooms and Suites
390 luxury Rooms and Suites
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
19 beautifully appointed banquet/meeting rooms, two boardrooms, Crystal Ballroom accommodates 620 persons banquet-style, 880 reception-style
Other Relevant Information Multi-million-dollar, hotel-wide renovation, superb location at Bethesda Metro Center, minutes from downtown Washington, D.C., and Embassy Row, within walking distance of fine restaurants, movie theaters and world-class shopping, rooftop health club with heated indoor pool, sauna, whirlpool, exercise equipment, free 24-hour T1 Internet access, in-room data port, voice messaging, two phone lines, elegant and imaginative catering services, ample garage parking

Jurys Washington Hotel
1500 New Hampshire Ave., NW
Washington, D.C. 20036
Phone
(202) 483-6000
Toll Free (800) 423-6953
Fax
(202) 232-1130
Web site
www.jurysdoyle.com
General Manager
Tom Casey
Embassy Contact
Cathal McGlinchey
Rooms and Suites
314 rooms, one presidential suite, and five one-bedroom suites
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
7,904 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space
Other Relevant Information Free high-speed Internet in all guest rooms, one block from the Metro

Latham Hotel
3000 M St., NW
Washington, D.C. 20007
Phone
(202) 726-5000
Toll Free (800) 368-5922
Fax
(202) 337-4250
Web site
www.thelatham.com
Embassy Contact
Teran Judd
Rooms and Suites
143 rooms, nine suites
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
Seven
Other Relevant Information RestaurantóMichel Richard Citronelle

Nemacolin Woodlands Resort and Spa
1001 LaFayette Drive
Farmington, PA 15437
Phone
(724) 329-8555
Toll Free (877) 899- 5125
Fax
(724) 329-6947
Web site
www.nemacolin.com
General Manager and
Embassy Contact
Ronald Cadrette
Rooms and Suites
285
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
23 meeting rooms, one lecture hall, and two ballrooms
Other Relevant Information 10 restaurants, two golf courses, spa, equestrian center and polo field, sporting clays course, activities and adventure centers, snow sports center, childrenís programs, team building, unique venues for special events

Omni Shoreham Hotel
2500 Calvert St., NW
Washington, D.C. 20008
Phone
(202) 234-0700
Toll Free (800) THE-OMNI
Fax
(202) 265-7972
Web site
www.omnihotels.com
General Manager
Peter Austin
Embassy Contact
Catherine Denby Koutalas
Rooms and Suites
836
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
24 function rooms and exhibit hall
Other Relevant Information Nestled on 11 acres of lush, green landscape in Rock Creek Park, this historic landmark offers a resort atmosphere in dynamic Washington, D.C. The renowned AAA four-diamond/Mobil four-star hotel has played host to presidents, world leaders and celebrities since 1930.

Park Hyatt Washington
24th and M Streets, NW
Washington, D.C. 20037
Phone
(202) 789-1234
Toll Free (800) 233-1234
Fax
(202) 419-6694
Web site
www.washington.parkhyatt.com
General Manager
Paul Disarz
Embassy Contact
Jacqui Kennedyó(202) 419-6689
Rooms and Suites
223 rooms, 130 suites
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
16,000 total sq. ft. of meeting space
Other Relevant Information $12 million renovation completed in 1999, complimentary health club, embassy winter rate Nov. 1-March 2

The Renaissance Mayflower Hotel
1127 Connecticut Ave., NW
Washington, D.C. 20036
Phone
(202) 347-3000
Toll Free (800) HOTELS-1 (reservations)
Fax
(202) 776-9182
Web site
www.renaissancehotels.com
General Manager
George Cook
Embassy Contact
Linda Medalla
Rooms and Suites
660 total, 76 executive suites and two luxury suites
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
15 meeting rooms and five ballrooms
Other Relevant Information Ideal layouts for maximum privacy and security, side-street and side entrance for large motorcades and easy movements, experienced contact person and security personnel

The River Inn
924 25th St., NW
Washington, D.C. 20037
Phone
(202) 337-7600
Toll Free (800) 424-2741
Fax
(202) 337-6520
Web site
www.theriverinn.com
General Manager
Charles Honaker
Embassy Contact
Scott M. Foster
Rooms and Suites
126 suites
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
Three meeting rooms accommodating up to 45 people
Other Relevant Information Full renovation during winter 2002, full kitchen in every room, AAA-rated three-diamond hotel

St. Gregory Hotel and Suites
2033 M St., NW
Washington, D.C. 20036-3305
Phone
(202) 530-3600
Toll Free (800) 829-5034
Fax
(202) 466-6770
Web site
www.stgregoryhotelwdc.com
General Manager
Jay Haddock
Embassy Contact
Wendy Gonzalez
Rooms and Suites
54 rooms, 100 suites
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
Five rooms with natural light, receptions for up to 200 people, banquets for up to 140 people
Other Relevant Information The St. Gregory Hotelís cosmopolitan ambiance is supported by exceptional service standards; suite accommodations include fully stocked pantry kitchens. Ideal facilities for extended stays and delegations. The hotel also features three private special-access floors for added privacy. Contemporary amenities include spacious rooms and suites with WebTV, dual-line phones, data ports, iron/ironing boards, refrigerators and well-lit desks/work areas. The hotelís central location in the heart of downtown Washington is three blocks from Embassy Row, the Kennedy Center and Georgetown. The White House and the World Bank are also within walking distance.

Sofitel Lafayette Square
806 15th St., NW
Washington, D.C. 20005
Phone
(202) 730-8800
Toll Free (800) SOFITEL
Fax
(202) 730-8500
Web site
www.sofitel.com
General Manager
Francis Cossutta
Embassy Contact
Erik Grazetti and Atsuko Higuma
Rooms and Suites
237
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
Six
Other Relevant Information Sofitel Lafayette Square is a brand-new property in Washington, D.C., that just opened June 17, 2002. The hotel is located at the corner of 15th and H streets on Lafayette Square, which borders the White House.

State Plaza Hotel
2117 E St., NW
Washington, D.C. 20037
Phone
(202) 861-8200
Toll Free (800) 424-2859
Fax
(202) 659-8601
Web site
www.stateplaza.com
General Manager
John Rish
Embassy Contact
Charles Hegeman
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
Three

The Virginian Suites
1500 Arlington Blvd.
Arlington, VA 22209
Phone
(703) 522-9600
Toll Free (800) 275-2866
Fax
(703) 525-4462
Web site
www.virginiansuites.com
General Manager
Saleem Malik
Embassy Contact
Vicki Jameson
Rooms and Suites
261 suites
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
Two meeting rooms
Other Relevant Information

Washington Terrace Hotel
1515 Rhode Island Ave., NW
Washington, D.C. 20005
Phone
(202) 232-7000
Toll Free (866) 984-6835
Fax
(202) 332-8436
Web site
www.washingtonterracehotel.com
General Manager
Peter Carroll
Embassy Contact
Pete Rockwood
Rooms and Suites
220
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
Nine meeting rooms and one ballroom
Other Relevant Information Home to 15 Ria, an upscale bistro and lounge, health club, outside terrace, meeting space

The Watergate Hotel, Washington
2650 Virginia Ave., NW
Washington, D.C. 20037
Phone
(202) 965-2300
Fax
(202) 337-7915
Web site
www.thewatergatehotel.com
General Manager
Alberto Ramirez-de-Arellano
Embassy Contact
Alice Lehimisiam
Rooms and Suites
250 rooms including 144 suites
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
More than 8,500 sq. ft. of meeting space that accommodates up to 1,000 people
Other Relevant Information 12 minutes from Ronald Reagan National Airport, adjacent to the Kennedy Center, on-site health club, Jeffreyís at The Watergate Restaurant (contemporary Texas cuisine)

Willard Inter-Continental Washington
1401 Pennsylvania Ave., NW
Washington, D.C. 20004
Phone
(202) 628-9100
Fax
(202) 637-7326
Web site
www.washington.interconti.com
General Manager
Jean-Jacques Reibel
Embassy Contact
Andrea Mellado
Rooms and Suites
341 oversized guest rooms, including 42 beautifully appointed suites, unique in design and decor to accommodate the most discriminating traveler
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
16 elegant function rooms offer flexible venues that can be customized for a meeting, gala or high-profile event. The versatile ballroom with its magnificent crystal chandeliers, murals and high ceilings, is a grand setting for meetings.
Other Relevant Information The crown jewel of Pennsylvania Avenue, the Willard is a landmark hotel rich in tradition, elegance and style. It is conveniently located within one block from the White House and within walking distance from the U.S. Capitol. Special heads of state suites and multilingual staff are available

Woodfin Suites Hotel
1380 Piccard Drive
Rockville, MD 20850
Phone
(301) 590-9880
Toll Free (800) 966-3346
Fax
(301) 590-9614
Web site
www.woodfinsuites.com
General Manager
Richard Petras
Embassy Contact
Lee Ireland
Rooms and Suites
202
Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms
Three meeting rooms
Other Relevant Information Complimentary full hot buffet breakfast served daily, social hour with complimentary beverages and light dinner fare (Monday to Thursday), complimentary video library, each suite equipped with VCR, two TVs, two phones with data ports, place settings for four, cookware, microwave and refrigerator

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