October 2003












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Hotel Directory

Connecticut Avenue Days Inn
4400 Connecticut Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20008
Phone
(202) 244-5600
Toll free
(800) 852-3060
Fax
(202) 966-9597
Web site
www.thedaysinn.com/washington06507
General manager
Jamie Howser
Embassy contact
Mary LoFrisco-McClure
Rooms and suites
55 rooms
Meeting rooms and ballrooms
One meeting room totaling 365 square feet
Other relevant information
Spacious guest rooms, one block from Metro, two blocks from International Drive, on-site parking garage at moderate charge, fully loaded guest rooms with all the amenities travelers expect, 2002 Chairman Award winner, special embassy rates, restaurant serves lunch and dinner

Embassy Suites Hotel Crystal CityóNational Airport
1300 Jefferson Davis Highway
Arlington, VA 22202
Phone
(703) 979-9799
Fax
(703) 920-5947
Web site
www.embassysuitesdcmetro.com
General manager
Ron Simon
Embassy contact
Mekdim Yemane
Rooms and suites
267 suites
Meeting rooms and ballrooms:
6,700 square feet of function space
Other relevant information
$169 diplomat rate, complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast daily, nightly managerís reception with complimentary alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks, complimentary shuttle to Ronald Reagan National Airport

The Fairmont, Washington, D.C.
2401 M St., NW
Washington, DC 20037
Phone
(202) 429-2400
Toll free
(800) 441-1414
Fax
(202) 457-5010
Web site
www.fairmont.com/washington
General manager
George Terpilowski
Embassy contact
Jeremy Kirsch
Director of business travel
Camille Santry
(202) 457-5099 (beeper)
(202) 457-5089 (fax)
E-mail: camille.santry@fairmont.com
Business travel coordinator
Traci Jackson
(202) 457-5069 (beeper)
(202) 457-5089 (fax)
E-mail: traci.jackson@fairmont.com
On-site reservation agent
Coleen Edwards
(877) 222-2266 (beeper)
(202) 457-5046 (fax)
E-mail: coleen.edwards@fairmont.com
Central reservations
(888) 353-4040
Rooms and suites
415 total rooms and 28 suites
Meeting rooms and ballr ooms
Grand Ballroom, the Colonnade and the Executive Forum Auditorium in addition to seven meeting rooms, two boardrooms and four hospitality suites.
Other relevant information
Fitness center, business center, wireless Internet service and the Bistro restaurant with courtyard dining

The Georgetown Inn
1310 Wisconsin Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20007
Phone
(202) 333-8900
Toll free
(800) 368-5922
Fax
(202) 342-1800
Web site
www.georgetowninn.com
General manager
Larry Magor
Embassy contact
Lisa Harris
Rooms and suites
86 rooms, 10 suites
Meeting rooms and ballrooms
825 square feet of meeting space
Other relevant information
Gracious boutique hotel nestled in well-established Georgetown, very close to embassies, beautifully appointed suites and guestrooms, two dedicated embassy liaisons: Rhonda Moses and Lindsay Hunnicutt, please call at (202) 339-6313 to make reservations

Georgetown Suites
1111 30th St. and 1000 29th St., NW
Washington, DC 20007
Phone
(202) 298-1688
Toll free
(800) 348-7203
Fax
(202) 333-0143
Web site
www.georgetownsuites.com
General manager
Crystal Sullivan
Embassy contact
Abby Jackmanó(202) 298-8505
E-mail: abby@georgetownsuites.com
Rooms and suites
217 rooms
Meeting rooms and ballrooms
Three meeting rooms totaling1,800 square feet.
Other relevant information
Georgetown Suites is an upscale all-suite hotel located in the heart of Georgetown. All suites have full kitchens and sitting area. All of our rates include complimentary continental breakfast daily and free local calls.

Governorís House Hotel
1615 Rhode Island Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20036
Phone
(202) 296-2100
Toll free
(800) 821-4367
Fax
(202) 331-0227
Web site
www.governorshousewdc.com
General manager
Steve Wieder
Embassy contact
Jorge Mesones
Rooms and suites
140 rooms and nine suites
Meeting rooms and ballrooms
Seven meeting rooms and one ballroom
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, the State Department, IMF and the downtown business district. There is also complimentary access to the YMCA. 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 Hilton HotelóGaithersburg
620 Perry Parkway
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Phone
(301) 977-8900
Toll free
(800) 599-5111
Fax
(301) 869-8597
Web site
www.ithappensathilton.com
General manager
Don Schoen
Embassy contact
Mike Parent
Rooms and suites
301 rooms
Meeting rooms and ballrooms
14,000+ square feet
Other relevant information
Located in the heart of Montgomery Countyís high-tech corridor on I-270 and only 20 miles from the nationís capital, The Hilton Hotel in Gaithersburg, Md., 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, DC 20036
Phone
(202) 265-1600
Toll free
(800) HILTONS
Fax
(202) 332-4870
Web site
www.hiltonembassyrow.com
General manager
Gary Lashley
Embassy contact
Joy Whiddon
Rooms and suites
193 rooms including 21 suites
Meeting rooms and ballrooms
8,480 square feet 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.

Hotel Lombardy
2019 Pennsylvania Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20006
Phone
(202) 828-2600
Toll free
(800) 424-5486
Fax
(202) 872-0503
Web site
www.hotellombardy.com
General manager
Reinhold Schulz
Embassy contact
Gunes Asselberghsó(202) 857-3914
Rooms and suites
132 rooms
Meeting rooms and ballrooms
Three meeting rooms
Other relevant information
Classic European-style boutique hotel within walking distance to the World Bank, two blocks from Metro stations, Venetian Room Bar and Lounge and the bistro-style CafÈ Lombardy serving French-inspired continental cuisine, complimentary in-house fitness room, guest rooms feature two-line telephones with data ports, iron/ironing board, mini-bar, terry robes, coffee/tea maker, hair dryer, complimentary newspaper delivery, complimentary shoe shine, daily chamber and turn-down service

Hotel Washington
515 15th St., NW
Washington, DC 20004
Phone
(202) 638-5900
Toll free
(800) 424-9540
Fax
(202) 638-1595
Web site
www.hotelwashington.com
General manager
Wally Harb
Embassy contact
Samar Abilmona, director of sales and marketing
Rooms and suites
344 rooms
Meeting rooms and ballrooms
17,000 square feet of function space
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
General manager
Phil Tufano
Embassy contact
Richard Carson
Rooms and suites
390 luxury rooms and suites
Meeting rooms and ballrooms
19 beautifully appointed banquet/meeting rooms, two boardrooms, Crystal Ballroom accommodates 620 people banquet-style, 880 reception-style
Other relevant information
Multimillion-dollar hotel-wide renovation, superb location at Bet hesda 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, DC 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 square feet of flexible meeting space
Other relevant information
Free high-speed Internet in all guest rooms, one block from Metro, Dupont Grill restaurant opened in April 2003

The Latham Hotel Georgetown
3000 M St., NW
Washington, DC 20007
Phone
(202) 726-5000
Toll free
(800) 368-5922
Fax
(202) 342-1800
Web site
www.thelatham.com
General manager
Larry Magor
Embassy contact
Lisa Harris
Rooms and suites
122 rooms, 21 suites
Meeting rooms and ballrooms
6,600 square feet of meeting space and 6,600 square feet of private dining room space in Michel Richard Citronelle, Washington, D.C.ís only five-star restaurant
Other relevant information
Unique two-story Carriage Suites available for overnight or long-term guests, in the heart of Georgetown, close to embassies, two dedicated embassy liaisons: Rhonda Moses and Lindsay Hunnicutt, please call at (202) 339-6313 to make reservations.

The Melrose Hotel
2430 Pennsylvania Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20037
Phone
(202) 955-6400
Toll free
(800) MELROSE (reservations)
Fax
(202) 775-8489
Web site
www.melrosehotel.com
General manager
Mark Lahood
Embassy contact
Jodi Carpenter, CMP
Rooms and suites
203 rooms, 37 suites
Meeting rooms and ballrooms
5,000 square feet can accommodate groups of five to 200 people
Other relevant information
Special embassy rates, 24-hour accessible business center, fitness center and room service, wireless Internet technology, Landmark Restaurant, Library Bar, oversize guest rooms, one block from Foggy Bottom Metro

The Melrose Hotel
140 East 63rd St.
New York, NY 10021
Phone
(212) 838-5700
Toll free
(800) MELROSE
Fax
(212) 753-0360
Web site
www.melrosehotel.com
General manager
Geoffrey Mills
Embassy contact
Lillian Gutierrez
Rooms and suites
256 rooms, 51 suites
Meeting rooms and ballrooms
Small meetings for up to five to 15 people including balconies and tower suites
Other relevant information
Equinox fitness center on site with 18-meter lap pool, high-speed Internet, located at 63rd and Lexington in the prestigious Upper East Side

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
292
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 and unique venues for special events

Omni Shoreham Hotel
2500 Calvert St., NW
Washington, DC 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 rooms
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-like atmosphere in dynamic Washington, D.C. The renowned AAA four-diamond hotel has played host to presidents, world leaders and celebrities since 1930.

Park Hyatt Washington
24th and M Streets, NW
Washington, DC 20037
Phone
(202) 789-1234
Toll free
(800) 778-7477
Fax
(202) 419-6694
Web site
www.washington.parkhyatt.com
General manager
Paul Pisarz
Embassy contact
Jacqueline Kennedyó(202) 419-6689
Rooms and suites
92 rooms and 131 suites
Meeting rooms and ballrooms
16,000 total square feet of meeting space
Other relevant information
Luxury four-star, four-diamond hotel near Georgetown, indoor pool and fitness center, minutes from major Washington attractions, Melrose restaurant features live music on Fridays and Saturdays

Potomac Suites Rosslyn
1730 Arlington Blvd.
Arlington, VA 22209
Phone
(703) 528-2900
Toll free
(877) 275-2877
Fax
(703) 528-7010
Web site
www.potomacsuites.com
General manager
Saleem Malik
Embassy contact
Vicki Jameson
Rooms and suites
55

Radisson BarcelÛ Hotel
2121 P St., NW
Washington, DC 20037
Phone
(202) 293-3100
Toll free
(800) 333-3333
Fax
(202) 857-0134
Web site
www.radisson.com/washingtondc
General manager
Terri Ryan
Embassy contact
Jim Bischoff
Rooms and suites
301 rooms and suites
Meeting rooms and ballrooms
More than 6,000 square feet. of meeting space, largest room is 1,900 square feet
Other relevant information
Largest guest room in Washington, D.C., valet parking, in-room safes, award-winning restaurant serves breakfast and dinner, special embassy rate available

The Renaissance Mayflower Hotel
1127 Connecticut Ave., NW
Washington, DC 2 0036
Phone
(202) 347-3000
Toll free
(800) HOTELS-1 (reservations)
Fax
(202) 776-9182
Web site
www.renaissancehotels.com/wassh
General manager
Christian Mari
Embassy contact
Linda Medalla
Rooms and suites
660 total rooms, 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 separate entrance for large motorcades and easy movements, experienced contact person and security personnel, discounted embassy rates

The River Inn
924 25th St., NW
Washington, DC 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 2003, full kitchen in every room, AAA-rated three-diamond hotel

St. Gregory Luxury Hotel and Suites
2033 M St., NW
Washington, DC 20036-3305
Phone
(202) 530-3600
Toll free
(800) 829-5034
Fax
(202) 466-7353
Web site
www.stgregoryhotelwdc.com
General manager
Jay Haddock
Embassy contact
Fabricio Jiron
Rooms and suites
100 suites and 54 deluxe guest rooms
Meeting rooms and ballrooms
Five meeting rooms with a total of 5,000 square feet
Other relevant information
The St. Gregory Hotelís cosmopolitan ambience 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 and 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. The hotel is located near three Metro stations: Farragut North, Foggy Bottom and Dupont Circle.

The St. Regis, Washington, D.C.
923 16th and K Streets, NW
Washington, DC 20006
Phone
(202) 638-2626
Toll free
(888) 627-8087
Fax
(202) 347-4758
Web site
www.stregis.com
General manager
Duncan Graham
Embassy contact
Julie Woods
Rooms and suites
193 rooms and 14 suites
Meeting rooms and ballrooms
Nine meeting rooms accommodating up to 1,200 people
Other relevant information
Historic hotel located two blocks north of the White House, CondÈ Nast Traveler magazineís Top 50 Best North American Hotels in 2003, and American Express Travel & Leisure magazineís The Worldís Best Business Hotel winner for Washington, D.C., in 2003

Sofitel Lafayette Square
806 15th St., NW
Washington, DC 20005
Phone
(202) 730-8800
Toll free
(800) SOFITEL
Fax
(202) 730-8500
Web site
www.sofitel.com
General manager
Francis Cossutta
Embassy contact
Krista Paprocki
Rooms and suites
237
Meeting rooms and ballrooms
Seven rooms, offering natural light (windows), high-speed Internet access, Herman Miller ergonomically correct chairs, electronic drop down projection screens and video conferencing
Other relevant information
The Sofitel Lafayette Square is a 237-room luxury boutique hotel that opened in June 2003. The staffís commitment to service excellence meets and exceeds even the most discriminating traveler. The location is one to three blocks from the White House, the Mall, McPherson Square Metro, museums and outstanding restaurants. Guest rooms are spacious and offer a large work area, dual phone lines with high-speed Internet access, a sitting area and bathrooms that offer a separate soaking tub and glass shower. Other amenities include a room safe, mini-bar, two robes and slippers, clock radio with CD player, wall-mounted reading lights and nightly turn-down service.

State Plaza Hotel
2117 E St., NW
Washington, DC 20037
Phone
(202) 861-8200
Toll free
(800) 424-2859
Fax
(202) 587-1354
Web site
www.stateplaza.com
General manager
John Rish
Embassy contact
Lauren Ricci Miguez
Rooms and suites
175 State Room Suites and 51 Plaza Suites
Meeting rooms and ballrooms
Three meeting rooms
Other relevant information
See Web site: www.stateplaza.com

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

Washington Terrace Hotel
1515 Rhode Island Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20005
Phone
(202) 232-7000
Toll free
(866) 984-6835
Fax
(202) 332-8436
Web site
www.washingtonterracehotel.com
General manager
John OíSullivan
Embassy contact
Les Heffernan
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 and meeting space

The Watergate Hotel
2650 Virginia Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20037
Phone
(202) 965-2300
Fax
(202) 337-7915
Web site
www.thewatergatehotel.com
General manager
Michael Spamer
Embassy contact
Kathy Garrett
Rooms and suites
250 rooms including 144 suites
Meeting rooms and ballrooms
More than 8,500 square feet of meeting space that accommodates up to 1,000 people
Other relevant information
12 minutes from Ronald Reagan National Airport, adjacent t o the Kennedy Center, within walking distance of national monuments and Georgetown, on-site health club, Jeffreyís at The Watergate Restaurant (contemporary Texas cuisine)

Willard Intercontinental Washington
1401 Pennsylvania Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20004
Phone
(202) 628-9100
Fax
(202) 637-7326
Web site
www.washington.interconti.com
General manager
Jean-Jacques Reibel
Embassy contact
Andrea Mellado
Sales contact
Shirin Kooros
Rooms and suites
341 oversize guest rooms, including 42 beautifully appointed suites, unique in design and dÈcor 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 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.

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